Ride the Rhythm

 Motivational Rhythmic Program~         

         Teamwork Focused

Certified Drumming Facilitator, Sandra Fioramonti, will offer fun guided activities using body rhythm, percussion instruments and vocal exercises. This motivational program can be geared towards inspiring a group to interact, communicate and support each other within an open circle format. A high energy presentation offers opportunities for participants to explore emotional and or physical hurdles that may be holding them back from living a more balanced life. 

Teaches: Enhances Social skills, communication, respect, self esteem, leadership skills, listening tools, team building exercises, body awareness, and simple steps when using a selection of percussion instruments for motivational purposes.  

Our facility offers seating for 30-45 adults/teens

Your facility may offer more space: minimum group size is 5/ maximum group size is 100 

Facilitator and LAC staff will arrive 1 hour prior to set up. The program will run for 60 minutes upon arrival of participants 

All supplies are included except for: chairs set up in an open circle format.

Instructor will bring 1-2 assistants ; extra helpers always appreciated

Prices Vary according to the                              focus of the program

Ongoing drumming classes               Fridays 6-7pm  $10 per person

Monthly Drum Circle  Every 3rd Friday 7pm (on premises at LAC) by donation

Corporate Program  Basic One Hour: $300-$1500 depending on group size   

Intensive Program for Retreats $100 per person/ per day

Programs at Senior Centers/Teen Programs/Day Care Centers:  $100 30-45 minute program

Family/Group Private Parties on LAC premises: $30 per person (minimum 10 people)

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 A Blend of Art and Healing ~  

Meditative Painting

(sometimes called spirit painting or soul painting)

This is a form of active meditation. Active meditation is useful for people who cannot sit still, but would like to experience meditation.

Meditation can be enhanced by engaging the senses and surroundings. We use music, aromatherapy and lighting to create a comfortable setting.

We use subtle, relaxing,  rhythmic music that makes the body want to move to the beat. With active meditation you want the movement to be repetitive and not require any thought. If you don’t have music, try repeating simple song lyrics or nursery rhyme that keeps a beat in your head.

The supplies we use in meditative are acrylic paint, brushes and canvas. Together, these materials provide smooth blending opportunities and an easy handling of the surface.                                        

 Others may use pastels, watercolor or chalk on paper with success.

 I like to remind participants that we have one objective in this painting and that is to:  

                       Paint nothing!

They always feel relieve. The pressure to produce a masterpiece is alleviated.

The purpose in that statement is to help them let go of the desire to draw/paint  recognizable objects.

 With this technique, we want to feel the texture and color of the paint as it blends. That’s it.

I  usually begin with a demonstration and some tips on applying the paint. I suggest that filling the brush a lot will help keep the canvas wet long enough to cover the entire canvas and still be able to “play” with blending until we are finished. So don’t be shy with the paint; but try not to pile it into a sculpture as that would take days to dry.

And we begin……..

So, if you can close your eyes and imagine that you’re sitting in a chair and you are seated at a table that is all set for you to begin painting. Relaxing aromas and beautiful music begin to relax you into “being in the moment”.

The final step before painting is a “verbally guided meditation” designed to help you relax your body and let go of all stress and expectations of the experience.

Allow yourself to let go & experience the colors blending, the music soothing and your thoughts drifting.

Using a wide brush, we fill the entire canvas with several colors of  paint from our palette. Continue moving to the rhythm until you feel you are done.

Most participants sit quietly reflecting what they created.  This is a unique experience that reflects self-awareness, growth and healing deep within you.

Often we will share a few moments afterward. Most people want to talk about how they feel as certain colors blended. The meditation can bring up powerful emotions for many people.

My experience with this venue:

I am self taught. I have been offering this service to others for 4 years after I discovered the benefits for myself. I have offered services, demonstrations, lectures, presentations and retreats with this experience in many cities from PA to Canada.

I have painted and sold hundreds of paintings in this style since 2006. I am now offering a certification program to therapists, artists and healers so this experience can offer healing and self awareness to people everywhere.

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 BOOK THE STUDIO FOR A PRIVATE SESSION

 OR A GROUP SESSION

OR SIGN UP FOR OUR MONTHLY CLASS DURING

CALL OR EMAIL ABOUT ADDING THIS WORKSHOP TO YOUR HOLISTIC EVENT! 

WORKSHOP OPTIONS:

Meditation Experience

For those who have found meditation a challenge AND those who love to meditate

Sandra leads you through a visual guided meditation focused on balance, relaxation and healing. The meditation ends with a mesmerizing experience as she invites you to watch her paint a large canvas with the energy of the meditation. The group can also schedule additional time to share their experience following the meditation.  It is truly amazing to watch and be a part of the creation process. This lasts approximately 1.5-2hours. No materials needed. Dress comfortably. The large canvas is donated to the center following the experience.

$100- 300 fee (excludes set-up and travel expenses)

Group Painting Experience

You can "Create with Spirit" in this group painting workshop for all levels

The group (5 or more people) will be guided through a meditation and demonstration focused on opening the mind, body and spirit. Following the meditation, Sandra guides the group with some instruction and hands-on facilitating as everyone paints through fears, blocks, energy, and more. Following this portion of the workshop, we join in circle to" share" our experiences through discussion, journaling and reflective exercises. Each participant creates several practice boards and an 11X14 canvas with acrylic paint. Dress comfortably in your "play clothes"

$30/person                                             (minimum of 5 participants) small canvas 8X10

 If your group size  is 75 or more, the fee per person could be offered for less. Please call for details.

ditional Options/Fees

* Minimum of 15 participants for workshops outside LAC (Max. 100)

 *Additional fee of $5 per person for the "share-time" following the painting session

 * Materials $5-15 additional (depending of choice of canvas size: 11X14-16X20)

 * Travel costs & set up fees apply for workshops more than 40 minutes from Syracuse

 * All fees and supplies are to be paid 2 weeks prior to the date of workshop

*Deposit of the minimum number of participants is required to book your event/date

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 Creative Collage Classes

 Express, explore, explode your creative journey. We'll use a mixed media, layered activity along with fun, inspirational word games that get the ideas flowing. 

CLass may include: a blend of acrylic paints, ink, water media and collage techniques, you will love the layering and complexity that you can easily createl. It's an exploration of self ~ Expressed Creatively! Feel alive with this explosive process. 

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Schedule your group or private session. Learn easy ways to relax and rejunvenate

Enjoy this experience at our center or yours!  Call for info:                     (315)234-9333
 

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MEDITATIVE PAINTING    Call to join next month's meditative painting class.  Meditative painting class schedule:linkCall to book this experience at your next event, school or retreat 

(315)234-9333

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