Classes/Workshops
CURRENT & UPCOMING CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Exciting Updates and Invitations
Workshops, Performances, and More
I hope this message finds you well as we transition into winter. I’m writing to share some exciting updates and invitations!
This winter, I’ve been part of the Care exhibition at the Art Gallery of Regina. Thanks to a grant from SK Arts, we’re offering a series of FREE Experiential Anatomy workshops as part of the somatic component of my collaborative project, The Moving Heart, with Karlie King. I’d love for you to join me at the final FREE workshop this Saturday.
December 7th: 11 – 12:30pm
Please register in advance through the Art Gallery of Regina: Workshop Info and Registration.
Additionally, mark your calendar for our Care wrap-up event on January 12, where I’ll be performing—a moment I’m truly excited to share with you!
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Personal Update
As you may know, I welcomed my baby, Imogen, in January 2024. It has been a transformative year, and I’ve been on maternity leave since December 2023. With Imogen nearing her first birthday, I’m reflecting and preparing for what’s ahead.
In the new year, I’ll focus on:
A mentorship with Ronnie Yee in hands-on manipulation and grounding, supported by a Dance SK grant.
Continuing education in pain science through my registering body, ISMETA.
As much as I miss seeing you in my private Mitzvah Technique and Itcush Method practice, I’ll be dedicating this time to skill-building and family. I plan to return to regular private sessions in August/September 2025 when Imogen begins daycare.
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Save the Dates
January 12, 2025 – Care wrap-up event w/ Ashley
February 2025 – Our annual online Itcush Method Intensive w/ Kana + Ashley
July 2025 – Itcush Method Summer School at New Dance Horizons w/ Kana + Ashley
September long weekend – Itcush into Dance Intensive in Regina
Keep in touch!
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Online Private Sessions
Continuum Movement and The Itcush Method
– – Resuming August/September 2025 – –
Price: $70/1 hour session
Email or phone to book
Or book online
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Hands-on Private Sessions
The Mitzvah Technique
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Hands on release work and movement coaching
Price: $90/1 hour session
Email or phone to book
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Past Classes/Workshops
Currently suspended due to COVID-19 restrictions
4th Annual Itcush into Dance Intensive – 2024
4th Annual
Itcush into Dance Intensive
August 31 – September 2, 2024
Join us (Ashley and Kana) for the 4th annual “Itcush into Dance” intensive from August 31 to September 2, 2024. This year we will co-teach, providing both personalized guidance and group instruction.
The focus will be on the Itcush Method repertoire for injury rehabilitation, recovery, strength, and coordination through intricate patterns on the floor, standing, and with a small chair. The workshop will include movement improvisations that incorporate moments of intensity, paired with calmness and stillness.
Dates: Saturday, Aug 31st to Monday, Sept 2nd, 2024
Time: 10am – 4pm
Lunch: 12pm – 1:30pm
Location: FADA Studio A, 1951 Toronto Street, Regina, SK
Cost: $275 before July 31st or $325 after August 1st
* Reimbursement available with CADA West membership TSP
To register, e-transfer to Itcush.method@gmail.com
Limited to 8 participants
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Scholarship
One full work-study scholarship is available. To apply, email a paragraph outlining your interest and need by July 15th, 2024. This scholarship includes full workshop access in exchange for light work duties (cleaning, writing, etc.).
This workshop is suited for intermediate to advanced level learners who have previous experience in the Itcush into Dance practice. If you’re not sure if this workshop is for you or have further questions we’d love to chat, email or phone 306 490 7417.
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Itcush into Dance demo video – vimeo.com
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Maternity Leave – 2024
Maternity Leave
(I’ll miss you!)
As many of you know, we are anticipating the arrival of our new baby at the end of January. I won’t be seeing clients or teaching classes for the upcoming future but I’m happy to offer a couple of options in my absence.
Kana will be coming from Taiwan to help with the arrival of our new little one and to cover my practice for a number of weeks in February/March. She will email with more details on scheduling. Continue to watch for online classes with Kana in the new year.
If you are in Regina and would like to work one to one with a somatic movement practitioner I recommend Caitlin Coflin for private lessons and group classes. Her work is rooted in Bartenieff Fundamentals with a strong knowledge of the Itcush Method exercises and theories. If you’re looking to review your program or revamp your movement practice you can get in touch with her through her website – www.caitlincoflinsomaticmovement.com
I encourage you to continue checking out Dance Core and other classes at www.newdancehorizons.ca and ongoing Feldenkrais offerings by my friend and colleague Johanna Bundon.
Although I’ll be on maternity leave please feel free to reach out with any questions, I might take a while to respond but I’m always happy to hear from you!
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Itcush Method Resources
Personal Practice Videos – www.constantlyseekingsoftness.ca / Personal Practice
History of Itcush Method – www.ameliaitcush.com
Best, Ashley
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– FREE –
Brain Dance Class
August 12 and September 1, 2023
with musician Clinton Ackerman
at Regent Place Library
For 2-4 y/o and their caregivers.
It’s SO MUCH FUN and we’d love to have you!
More Info:
Regina Public Library – Events
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– FREE –
BrainBody Connection Class
September 11, 2023; 2:30-4:30pm
I’ll be teaching an in person class as part of the BrainBody Connection Series with Free Flow Dance Theater in Saskatoon. It’s a FREE Itcush into Dance class!
More Info:
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Itcush into Dance Intensive – 2023
– FOURTH ANNUAL –
Itcush into Dance Intensive
September 2 – 4, 2023
I’m excited to be offering my Fourth Annual Itcush into Dance Intensive. Our focus will be using the Itcush Method repertoire for injury rehabilitation, recovery, strength and coordination through complex patterns on the floor, standing and small chair. We will move through movement improvisations and moments of rigour partnered with slowness and stillness.
Saturday, Sunday, Monday
10 – 4pm
Lunch 12 – 1:30pm
FADA Studio A, 1951 Toronto Street, Regina, SK.
$300/ person
*reimbursement available with CADA west membership TSP program and/or Dance Saskatchewan education fund.
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Spots are limited to 8 participants. Please secure your spot with a $100 deposit by August 15. If you are unable to attend, a full refund is available if I can fill your spot.
This workshop is for intermediate to advanced level learners who have previous experience in the Itcush into dance practice. If you have questions about this workshop or you’d like to register please email Itcush.method@gmail.com or phone 306 490 7417.
More Info:
Itcush into Dance – Demo Video
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– FREE –
Brain Dance Class
August 12 and September 1, 2023
with musician Clinton Ackerman
at Regent Place Library
For 2-4 y/o and their caregivers.
It’s SO MUCH FUN and we’d love to have you!
More Info:
Regina Public Library – Events
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– FREE –
BrainBody Connection Class
September 11, 2023; 2:30-4:30pm
I’ll be teaching an in person class as part of the BrainBody Connection Series with Free Flow Dance Theater in Saskatoon. It’s a FREE Itcush into Dance class!
More Info:
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NDH – SomaSpheres / Stream of Dance Festival
New Dance Horizons
– SUMMER INTENSIVE –
SomaSpheres
JULY 4 – 7, 2023
I’m excited to announce that I’ll be teaching (amongst some of my amazing colleagues) at New Dance Horizons Summer Intensive SomaSpheres. I’ll be offering two classes offered from July 4 – 7, 2023. Registration is limited and required for the Itcush Method Fundamentals class, Itcush into Dance is drop or register. Take one class or both for a full four day intensive. Hope to see you there!
More Info:
New Dance Horizons – Summer Classes, 2023
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New Dance Horizons
– FREE WORKSHOPS –
Stream of Dance Festival
JUNE 6 – 7, 2023
I’ll be teaching two FREE classes at the University of Regina as part of New Dance Horizons Stream of Dance Festival June 6 and June 7th.
More Info:
New Dance Horizons – Stream of Dance – Free Workshops
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Itcush into Dance – New Dance Horizons – Dance Core Series
New Dance Horizons
– DANCE – CORE – SERIES –
Itcush into Dance
April 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, May 2, 4, 2023
More Info:
New Dance Horizons – Winter Classes, 2023
Itcush Method
– aims to improve posture, align the skeleton and build functional movement patterns. The Itcush Method uses principles of the Mitzvah Technique to teach self maintenance exercises. The outcome is improved physical function, freedom from pain and renewed connection with daily movements.
Itcush into Dance
– is a faster paced mobility focused class covers intermediate to advanced motion patterns on a stool, standing and the floor.
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Dates and Times
Tuesday, April 4, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Thursday, April 6, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Thursday, April 13, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Thursday, April 20, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Tuesday, May 2, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Thursday, May 4, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
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Location
New Dance Horizons Studio,
2207 Harvey St, Regina, SK, S4N 2N2
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Cost
Drop in $20 a class
or $10 with a Dance Saskatchewan Membership
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Itcush into Dance – New Dance Horizons – 2022
New Dance Horizons
Itcush into Dance
January 11 – February 23, 2022
Itcush Method
– aims to improve posture, align the skeleton and build functional movement patterns. The Itcush Method uses principles of the Mitzvah Technique to teach self maintenance exercises. The outcome is improved physical function, freedom from pain and renewed connection with daily movements.
Itcush into Dance
– is a faster paced mobility focused class covers intermediate to advanced motion patterns on a stool, standing and the floor.
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Dates and Times
Tuesday, January 11, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Tuesday, January 18, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Wednesday, January 19, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Wednesday, February 16, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Tuesday, February 22, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
Wednesday, February 23, 2022 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)
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Location
New Dance Horizons Studio,
2207 Harvey St, Regina, SK, S4N 2N2
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Cost
$15 a class
Classes offered both online and in person
*masks are mandatory while in the building
*must show proof of double vaccination
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Please call the office (306) 525-5393 or email events@newdancehorizons.ca to register over the phone!
Registration confirmation emails will be sent out at 5 PM (for those who register before the day of class) and at 8:50 AM (for those who register the day of class).
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Itcush Method Online – Winter Workshop – 2022
Itcush Method Online
Winter Workshop
January 14 – 16, 2022
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Holidays are over…
Time to refresh good habits for the new year? Time to slow down and work from a place of strength in softness? Join Kana and Ashley in this weekend workshop to revitalize your movement practice. All are open level classes.
$60 full workshop + recordings
50% discount for each additional family member, but you need to register your email if at different locations.
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Live Zoom Class
with Kana Nemoto
5:00–6:30pm CST
Fri. Jan. 14
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Recorded Video: Movement Lesson
with Ashley Johnson
Sat. Jan. 15
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Live Zoom Class
with Kana Nemoto
9:00–10:00am CST
Sun. Jan. 16
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Itcush Method – Summer Intensive – 2021
Itcush Method • Itcush into Dance
Summer Intensive
New Dance Horizons
July 5 – 9, 2021
We are excited to invite you to our annual Summer Intensive with NEW DANCE HORIZONS.
Once again, we are online. This year offers an intensive 5 days of back to back Itcush Method and Itcush into Dance classes.
If you’re wanting to reboot your practice and build movement endurance, this is the course for you.
Available for drop in, full class and recordings.
As usual you will get a full library of the classes following the workshop.
We’d love to have you.
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Itcush Method Fundaments
with Kana Nemoto
$20 – $75
9am–10am CST
July 5–9, 2021
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Itcush Into Dance
with Ashley Johnson
$20 – $75
10am–11am CST
July 5–9, 2021
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Itcush Method – Spring Intensive – 2021
Itcush Method
Spring Intensive
Healthy Feet • Mobile Spine • Calm Mind
April 29 – May 2, 2021
This workshop focuses on getting you ready for Spring.
As we transition from winter to a new season we focus on creating healthy feet and a mobile pain-free spine. Walking, gardening, yard work, dancing – get prepared for more movement as the days become longer and the weather warmer.
Schedule (CST – Saskatchewan time)
Live Classes
Foot Focussed Class: Thursday 6:30–7:45pm
Spine Focussed Class: Sunday 1:00–2:30pm
Live Concept Lecture
Friday 7:00–7:45pm
Mini Lesson
Saturday – delivered to your Inbox
Fee
Regular Fee: $80 full workshop + recordings
Family Discount*: 50% discount for each additional family member
(*applies when family members live in different locations)
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Itcush into Dance – Gentle – 2021
Itcush into Dance
Gentle
This class covers exercises that assist in creating a structure that is supple, fluid and strong. recommended for people without previous experience in dance or Itcush into Dance. A slower paced class perfect for students with minor physical limitations looking to challenge their movement practice.
6 online zoom classes
$70** or $15 Drop in
Monday 6pm–7pm CST
February 15, 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 2021
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Itcush into Dance – Dynamic – 2021
Itcush into Dance
Dynamic
This class focuses on advanced patterns of motion in lying, standing and on a stool. Recommended for people with previous experience in dance and Itcush into Dance. A faster paced class perfect for students looking to refine their movement practice.
6 online zoom classes
$70** or $15 Drop in
Tuesday 1pm–2pm CST
February 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021
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Itcush Method Winter Intensive – 2021
If you missed the Itcush Method Winter Intensive 2021, we have the package for purchase!
Please contact Kana Nemoto for more details.
reconnect – –Quiettime– – realign
January 4-10, 2021
slow down
connect the brain and body
do less, expect less
release tension and pain
This time is for you…
Three live streamed Itcush Method classes that allow the body to release pain, realign the spine and train new patterns of basic movement
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Two mini movement lessons, delivered right to your inbox, to enjoy at your own time
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Two optional Itcush into Dance movement and mobility-based classes focusing on advanced patterns on a stool
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Price: $90 Itcush classes + mini lessons
$110 add Itcush into dance
3 ITCUSH CLASSES LIVE ZOOM – 75 MINS EACH: MON/WED/FRIDAY
5:45 PM – 7 PM LEVEL 2
7:15PM TO 8:45PM LEVEL 1
2 MINI MOVEMENT LESSONS EMAILED TO YOU TUES/THURS
2 ITCUSH INTO DANCE CLASSES 60 MINUTES: SAT/SUN 1–2PM
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Itcush Method Classes @ New Dance Horizons
Somatics @ New Dance Horizons
Ashley Johnson, Kana Nemoto, Caitlin Coflin and Johanna Bundon
A somatic collective of rotating facilitators teaching the following forms – Itcush Method, Feldenkrais Method, Bartenieff Fundamentals and Continuum Movement
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