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A chakra is a spinning vortex
of energy. A human being's energy field is complex
and multi-layered, and includes subtle energies
which western science has only recently begun
to detect. chakras are the energetic gateways
through which our various subtle energies interflow.
Like electricity, chakras are invisible to the
naked eye.
Every human being has 7 major chakras and many
hundreds of minor ones. Together, they are the
network through which mind, body and spirit interact
as one holistic system.
Each chakra represents an aspect of consciousness
vital to our lives (safety, sexuality, power,
love, communication, intuition and self realisation).
Physiologically, each chakra is connected to physical
organs and endocrine glands, the health functions
of which are directly affected by the state of
the corresponding chakra.
We can think of the chakras as energetic floppy
disks, each containing vital programmes influencing
the various aspects of our lives. Some of our
programming may be positive, affecting our health,
emotions, thoughts and behaviour in a positive
manner; others may be negative, having the reverse
effect.
CROWN
CHAKRA
The crown chakra is located at the top of the
head and the quality of its energy is symbolised
by thought - a vibration of infinite speed. The
crown chakra is primarily associated with our
spirituality as it is the gateway to higher realms
of consciousness. Physiologically, it governs
the brain and central nervous system and is associated
with the pituitary gland.
The music which stimulates the crown chakra resonates
with the frequency of the colour violet and is
of such a high vibration as to be almost transcendental
in nature. Dancing to the frequency of the crown
chakra is like experiencing a waking dream, a
moving meditation. It can lead to varying degrees
of spiritual awakening and often brings about
a numinous quality, characteristic of most spiritual
experiences. Through dance one is able to embody
one's highest spiritual energy, achieving a deeper
connection with both.
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THIRD
EYE CHAKRA
The third eye chakra is located in the centre
of the forehead and the quality of its energy
is symbolised by light - a higher, faster and
finer vibration than sound. Concerned with our
intuition and imagination, it is from here that
we are able to visualise, receive dream images,
re-call memories and develop psychic abilities.
It is the home of the sixth sense. The third eye
chakra governs the physical eyes and the pineal
gland.
The music which stimulates the third eye chakra
resonates with the frequency of the colour indigo
and is of such a high vibrational frequency that
it is almost trance inducing in its effects. Using
dance to go into a trance-like state opens one
up to the inner visions of imagination, intuition
and insight. Through guided exploration of this
chakra, one can gain insights on dreams, tap into
psychic abilities and work with visualisations.
The powerful capabilities of the third eye experienced
through dance can then be used to directly influence
our daily lives.
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THROAT
CHAKRA
The throat chakra is located in the throat area
and the quality of its energy is represented by
the non-physical element of ether - the subtle
vibrational field that is all around us. Sound
can also be correlated to this chakra as sound
is the representation of an invisible field of
vibrations. The throat chakra is primarily associated
with all aspects of communication - self expression,
listening and expression of creativity. It governs
the throat, neck and vocal cords and is associated
with the thyroid and parathyroid glands.
The music which stimulates the throat chakra resonates
with the colour blue and is ethereal in quality.
Dancing to this higher frequency enables one to
sense and experience one's own etheric energy
field. Through guided exploration, movement is
used to reveal and express inner truths, ignite
creative energy, and experiment with various forms
of self-expression and communication.
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HEART
CHAKRA
The heart chakra is located at the centre of the
chest and the quality of its energy is symbolised
by the element of air - gentle, expansive, spacious.
As the mid-point in the system of 7 chakras the
heart chakra unites our physical existence with
our spiritual existence. It is therefore concerned
with uniting and balancing the opposite energies
existing within us. The qualities and issues relating
to this chakra are unconditional love, forgiveness,
compassion and ultimately healing. The heart chakra
governs the heart, lungs, thymus gland and influences
the circulatory system.
The music which stimulates the heart chakra resonates
with the frequency of the colour green and has
an expansive and uplifting quality. As this music
touches the heart it calls the body to move in
a gentle and expansive way. Through the use of
movement and breath work the heart chakra is activated
and the healing qualities of unconditional love,
compassion and self acceptance are explored. Through
dance we can contribute to the work of balancing
our opposite energies by experimenting with our
extrovert and introvert natures, our passive and
aggressive behaviours, our light and dark sides
etc. Expressing these energies in a physical way
can heighten our awareness of how balanced or
imbalanced our current behaviours, attitudes and
patterns are.
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SOLAR
PLEXUS CHAKRA
The solar plexus chakra is located just below
the sternum and the quality of its energy is represented
by the element of fire - heat, energy, transforming.
This chakra deals with issues such as personal
empowerment, will-power, and the regulation and
distribution of metabolic energy through the body.
It also governs our digestive system and muscles
and is associated with the pancreas.
The music which stimulates the solar plexus chakra
resonates with the frequency of the colour yellow
and is fast and energetic . As one explodes into
a fiery and dynamic dance, the entire system is
energised, enabling one to feel confident and
purposeful. Through guided exploration of this
chakra one can break through inertia, connect
with one's own inner power, and strengthen drive
and will. Having experienced this energy through
dance, one can begin to integrate it in to everyday
life.
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SACRAL
CHAKRA
The sacral chakra is located around one inch below
the navel and the quality of its energy is represented
by the element of water - fluid, formless, movement.
It primarily deals with our emotions and sexuality.
Physiologically the sacral chakra governs the
sexual organs, urinary elimination and the reproductive
system. It is associated with the gonads gland.
The
music which stimulates the sacral chakra resonates
with the frequency of the colour orange and is
fluid and flowing in rhythm. As one flows deep
into dance, emotional energy is released and
expressed through movement. Allowing sadness,
anger, joy etc. to move through the body can be a
very cathartic experience. Through dance, we can
explore this chakra further and work with its
direct expression - sexuality. Allowing one's own
sexual energy to flow through the body and be
expressed through movement is a safe way to
explore how one really feels with this
energy.
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BASE
CHAKRA
The
base chakra is located at the base of the spine
and the quality of its energy is represented by
the element of earth - solid, dense, secure. It
is associated with our physical health, survival
issues (eg work, money, housing), family relationships
and instinctual energy. Physiologically, the base
chakra governs our legs, feet, bones, teeth and
large intestine. It is also associated with our
adrenal glands - the fight or flight mechanism
within us all.
The
music which stimulates the base chakra resonates
with the frequency of the colour red and is found
in the low vibrations of earthy, tribal-like
music. Throughout the dance, one's feet tend to
naturally pound the ground which leads to being
energetically present in the body. Through guided
exploration of this chakra one can invoke a deeper
connection with this primal base energy, become
more conscious of ancestral patterns and
re-connect with animal instincts.
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