Dance Floor Church

with Tere Marie

 The body serves as the container that houses all three of our ‘selves'

Body, Spirit and Mind.

And there's no greater medicine than tapping into the wisdom of the body. 

Yet…Due to trauma, societal conditioning, lack of information and a cultural disregard for the importance of spiritual practice, many of us find ourselves disconnected from the three parts individually, let alone in unified connection with the group.

The basis of Dance Floor Church is facilitating unification of the of our three selves into one harmonious being or state. 

In Dance Floor Church, we access flow state, which is an exquisite embodiment experience that many liken to bliss, or ecstasy. 
When in flow state, our physical sensory system is in safety, and wide open to connection with our spiritual and emotional selves 
From here, our physical self and our spiritual/ethereal/creative self come into harmonious alignment.
This process connects us to our truest expression of self, unlocking pathways to healing that have previously been inaccessible. 

We can access our deepest, intuitive, creative stirrings
We can access parts of us that have felt ‘lost’ or ‘forgotten’.
We can access our inner wise woman
We can access Shadow with curiosity and openness
We can access healing where it was previously unavailable 
We can access our magick and ability to manifest the lives we desire.

In Dance Floor Church, we remember who the fuck we are

In Dance Floor Church, we explore our nervous systems, tap into our deepest flow state, learn how to work with energies and emotions stored in the body, move them through the body, and reclaim our personal power through movement and dance.

During this class, you will connect to your deepest self, explore emotions/sensation/emotion, befriend and regulate your nervous system. You will fill your toolkit with exercises and practices to take home, and off the mat to help you feel more confident, powerful, and regulated throughout your week.

In class, we explore various techniques and practices, including: breath work, nervous system regulation, yoga, meditation, womb wisdom, un-choreographed (and some VERY sensual) dance.

This class is extremely powerful, and can, at times, be (safely) confronting.

Each class opens and closes in sacred circle, and invites all participants to be seen and witnessed in a circle of women. 

Classes fill quickly, pre-registration is  recommended

Currently, this class is open to women, non binary folks and all genders with internal reproductive anatomy. 

December 18, 6:00-7:30pm

$40

To register, email teremariemartini@gmail.com

Testimonials:

"This class was just what the midwitch ordered! So fun and SO effective for moving emotions through the body. I cannot wait to partipate in the next session! Tere facilitated with grace and embodiment, giving thoughtful prompts and invitations throughout class. She set the stage for me to feel safe enough to drop in, let go of insecurities, and let the integration of body and mind happen in profound ways. I highly highly recommend!" -A

"Tere created a warm and accepting space for myself and other women to learn about our bodies and how movement affects it. It was such an empowering class. I can't wait for the next round!" -E

"What a fantastic opportunity to drop into your body, stop over-thinking, and MOVE." -K

"I am so grateful Tere held this container for us! Somatic movement reaffirmed my body’s innate wisdom to move in the ways bring me comfort. This class gave me more vocabulary to speak on my experiences through my mind-body connection and share that with others. I look forward to more events with Tere!" -J

Feminine Embodiment & Healing Circle

Support group + sacred sisterhood circle with opportunities for connection, embodiment, shadow work, and inner child healing. 

with Tatiana Williams

Healing circles are an ancient and cross-cultural practice. Women have gathered in circles to celebrate, grieve, honor, and support one another for ages!

In Feminine Embodiment and Healing Circles with Tatiana, the space is energetically curated to be a soft place for the feminine to land. Join a healing circle to practice slowing down the mind, and using somatic or body-based practices that invite you to experience the full range of feelings and  sensations including anger, joy, and pleasure.

We will move, shake, and flow in each circle, engage in inner work, group discussion, and guided activities to shift blocked, stagnated, or repressed energy and allow for collective healing. Tatiana will tap into her intuition and utilize spiritual guidance to cultivate the container for healing. 

A healing circle is perfect for the femme-identified individual who is:

Craving connection and desiring to heal in community

Rediscovering herself and wanting to be more authentic

In her head and wants to reconnect with the body

Wanting to harmonize her masculine and feminine energies

Needing to process the nuances, challenges, and victories in this life

You are invited to show up exactly as you are; to witness and be witnessed; to share and receive; and heal the divine feminine energy that lies within.

Here are what some of our past circle attendees have said:

"The energy was safe and welcoming. I loved the diversity of the women-age, race, personality, life experience."

"You are a beautiful leader and so safe in creating a very nurturing space for women to heal."

"It was a calm and pleasant experience."

Women in circle will have access to an optional GroupMe (messaging app) for ongoing connection building and integration with their sisters between sessions. Click Here to Join: https://groupme.com/join_group/91805222/v2eggnbf  

Dates:

Saturday, Dec 14 2:30-4:30pm Breaking Cycles: Generational Trauma Healing

Cost $30 ea, Registration below

Note: We intend to use candles and/or aroma diffusers in this class, please let your instructor know if you have any aversion or allergy that would prohibit the use of these tools.

Please bring a journal with you to each circle.

Spirit of the Holidays: Symphony of Sound

with Heidi & Sue

Join Heidi and Sue as they collaborate on a beautiful sound healing journey for the holidays. Experience the vibrations produced from crystal and Himalayan singing bowls, gongs, drums and chimes. Let the frequencies of sound help heal your mind, body and soul.

Yoga mats provided - you are encouraged to bring blankets and pillows and anything that will make you comfortable in stillness (portable lounge chairs, cushions, inflatable mats, etc are welcome!)

$35

Restorative Yoga with Reiki + Sound Healing

with Sue & Michele at The Crescent Collective

911 Old Liverpool Rd, Suite 2

Space limited. Grab your spot

Sue will lead participants through some simple restorative yoga poses (no yoga experience needed for this!) while she plays her sounds from singing bowls, chimes, gongs, drums and more. As you relax completely, Michele will share Reiki energy with each participant to help more fully let go.

Restorative yoga is the practice of deliberate stillness. It is a restful practice that holds yoga asanas (poses) for a longer duration, using assorted props (blankets, cushions, blocks) to support the body more comfortably. The work emphasizes the meditative aspect of yoga, striving for the union of the body and the mind. In restorative yoga, participants are encouraged to use the props to fully relax into each stretch and focus on the breath to release tension.

The holiday time can be an important time for reflecting on nurturing your inner light. Through this gentle Vinyasa practice and meditation participants will find their own light and with it a sense of hope, wonder, joy and clarity just in time for the holiday season. This practice is appropriate for all levels of yoga practitioners.

Registration Information:

This workshop will be donation-based! Please bring cash or venmo @crescentcollectivecny any amount (suggested $1-20) to be donated to The Vera House at the end of the year as part of our annual donation.

Please register for free for the workshop using form below!

Power Yoga with Sue Montminy

A  practice that focuses on building strength and endurance while keeping the mind still. Classes include vigorous sequences that coordinate the breath and movement combined with more advanced postures to strengthen the body and challenge the mind. Options available for all fitness levels.

Cost: $15, please Register below to hold your spot, payment at door is accepted

Slow Flow Yoga with Live Sound

Swapped to Restorative Yoga with Reiki

About Your Instructors:

Sue Montminy has been a wellness practitioner for 25 years. She is a 200 hour RYT (registered yoga teacher) and is certified to teach both Restorative and Yin yoga.  She is also a certified Sound Healing Practitioner, along with being a Usui Reiki Master practitioner and a Level 2 Karuna practitioner.

Michele Gannett has been a wellness practitioner for 25 years. She is a 200 RYT (registered yoga teacher), as well as a 200 hour Meditation teacher. She is certified in Accessible, Restorative, and Yin yoga. Michele is an Usui Reiki Master practitioner and a level 2 Karuna practitioner, along with being a certified Akashic Records reader and a Tarot reader.

The Casual Coven

A monthly practicum in practical magic

Welcome to your monthly escape into the art of mindful, enchanted living!

A tad tongue-in-cheek? Absolutely. But, if you, too, are looking to dip your toes into a more magical life but aren’t sure if the group chants or bare-your-soul vulnerability is for you, you’ve come to the right place.

Each month, we pick one topic or practice commonly used to help folks align to nature’s cycles, mindfulness practices, and self-care, and we’ll dig into its history, cultural significance, and mechanics.

Our gatherings are filled with roundtable discussions, practical applications, and end with a simple, yet sacred, circle.

Thursday November 21, 6:30pm: Rituals

Creating Sacred Rituals: Everyday, Special Moments, and Rites of Passage

Looking to bring more meaning into your daily life or mark life’s milestones with intention? This class guides you through creating rituals that resonate deeply, helping you connect with your own sense of the sacred in everyday moments, special celebrations, and major life transitions. Whether it’s setting intentions for the day, honoring a personal achievement, or celebrating a rite of passage, you’ll learn how to design rituals that fit your beliefs and values.

In this immersive experience, we’ll explore the building blocks of meaningful rituals, drawing inspiration from a variety of spiritual traditions. You’ll come away with tools to craft rituals that honor your path, nurture a sense of connection, and empower you to live with mindfulness and purpose. Join us and discover the power of ritual in enhancing your spiritual journey, one sacred step at a time.

*Snacks provided

Register below using the calendar!

Future Dates:

Saturday, December 21, End of year Soiree

Feminine Embodiment & Healing Circle

Support group + sacred sisterhood circle with opportunities for connection, embodiment, shadow work, and inner child healing. 

with Tatiana Williams

Healing circles are an ancient and cross-cultural practice. Women have gathered in circles to celebrate, grieve, honor, and support one another for ages!

In Feminine Embodiment and Healing Circles with Tatiana, the space is energetically curated to be a soft place for the feminine to land. Join a healing circle to practice slowing down the mind, and using somatic or body-based practices that invite you to experience the full range of feelings and  sensations including anger, joy, and pleasure.

We will move, shake, and flow in each circle, engage in inner work, group discussion, and guided activities to shift blocked, stagnated, or repressed energy and allow for collective healing. Tatiana will tap into her intuition and utilize spiritual guidance to cultivate the container for healing. 

A healing circle is perfect for the femme-identified individual who is:

Craving connection and desiring to heal in community

Rediscovering herself and wanting to be more authentic

In her head and wants to reconnect with the body

Wanting to harmonize her masculine and feminine energies

Needing to process the nuances, challenges, and victories in this life

You are invited to show up exactly as you are; to witness and be witnessed; to share and receive; and heal the divine feminine energy that lies within.

Here are what some of our past circle attendees have said:

"The energy was safe and welcoming. I loved the diversity of the women-age, race, personality, life experience."

"You are a beautiful leader and so safe in creating a very nurturing space for women to heal."

"It was a calm and pleasant experience."

Women in circle will have access to an optional GroupMe (messaging app) for ongoing connection building and integration with their sisters between sessions. Click Here to Join: https://groupme.com/join_group/91805222/v2eggnbf  

Dates:

Sunday, Oct 20 3:00-4:45pm Authentic Voice

Sunday Nov 17, 1:00-2:45pm Honoring Sacred Boundaries

Saturday, Dec 14 2:30-4:30pm Breaking Cycles: Generational Trauma Healing

Cost $30 ea, Registration below

Note: We intend to use candles and/or aroma diffusers in this class, please let your instructor know if you have any aversion or allergy that would prohibit the use of these tools.

Please bring a journal with you to each circle.

Restorative Yoga with Reiki + Sound Healing

with Sue & Michele at The Crescent Collective

911 Old Liverpool Rd, Suite 2

Space limited. Grab your spot

Sue will lead participants through some simple restorative yoga poses (no yoga experience needed for this!) while she plays her sounds from singing bowls, chimes, gongs, drums and more. As you relax completely, Michele will share Reiki energy with each participant to help more fully let go.

Restorative yoga is the practice of deliberate stillness. It is a restful practice that holds yoga asanas (poses) for a longer duration, using assorted props (blankets, cushions, blocks) to support the body more comfortably. The work emphasizes the meditative aspect of yoga, striving for the union of the body and the mind. In restorative yoga, participants are encouraged to use the props to fully relax into each stretch and focus on the breath to release tension.

Experience the vibrations produced from crystal and Himalayan singing bowls, chimes and bells. Let the frequencies of sound help heal your mind, body and soul. Feel free to bring your own yoga mat, pillow and blanket.

Heidi Osterman of HLO Wellness LLC

I am a full-time Health and Wellness Coach at the VA Medical Center. I have a unique background including Chemistry, Wellness Management, Personal Training and Holistic Nutrition. My hope is to use my passion for health and wellness to inspire and support others in their wellness journey. Learn more.

Registration information:

$25 per person, space is limited, so please reserve your spot below. You can either pay now or choose “pay later” to pay Heidi directly at the door. (Venmo) @hlowellness, (Paypal) @HeidiOsterman, as well as cash and credit cards at the door

Contact Hlowellnessllc@gmail.com with any questions

Restorative Yoga with Meditation + Sound Healing

with Sue & Michele at The Crescent Collective

911 Old Liverpool Rd, Suite 2

Space limited. Grab your spot

Absolutely a wonderful combination of relaxation!  This class will consist of a  few restorative yoga poses, while being guided through meditation using imagery, breathwork, and sound healing. This is a one-hour class. 

Restorative yoga is a practice of deliberate stillness. It is a restful practice that holds yoga asanas (poses) for a longer duration, using assorted props (blankets, cushions, blocks) to support the body more comfortably. The work emphasizes the meditative aspect of yoga, striving for the union of the body and the mind. In restorative yoga, participants are encouraged to use the props to fully relax into each stretch and focus on the breath to release tension.

Enjoy a day of discounted services, designed to carve time out to check in with your body, mind, and spirit!

Book a mini session, grab a cup of tea, bring your journal, and step into one of our healing rooms to enjoy some much needed me-time before the holiday season begins.

Power Yoga with Sue Montminy

A  practice that focuses on building strength and endurance while keeping the mind still. Classes include vigorous sequences that coordinate the breath and movement combined with more advanced postures to strengthen the body and challenge the mind. Options available for all fitness levels.

Cost: $15, please Register below to hold your spot, payment at door is accepted

Dance Floor Church

with Tere Marie

 The body serves as the container that houses all three of our ‘selves'

Body, Spirit and Mind.

And there's no greater medicine than tapping into the wisdom of the body. 

Yet…Due to trauma, societal conditioning, lack of information and a cultural disregard for the importance of spiritual practice, many of us find ourselves disconnected from the three parts individually, let alone in unified connection with the group.

The basis of Dance Floor Church is facilitating unification of the of our three selves into one harmonious being or state. 

In Dance Floor Church, we access flow state, which is an exquisite embodiment experience that many liken to bliss, or ecstasy. 
When in flow state, our physical sensory system is in safety, and wide open to connection with our spiritual and emotional selves 
From here, our physical self and our spiritual/ethereal/creative self come into harmonious alignment.
This process connects us to our truest expression of self, unlocking pathways to healing that have previously been inaccessible. 

We can access our deepest, intuitive, creative stirrings
We can access parts of us that have felt ‘lost’ or ‘forgotten’.
We can access our inner wise woman
We can access Shadow with curiosity and openness
We can access healing where it was previously unavailable 
We can access our magick and ability to manifest the lives we desire.

In Dance Floor Church, we remember who the fuck we are

In Dance Floor Church, we explore our nervous systems, tap into our deepest flow state, learn how to work with energies and emotions stored in the body, move them through the body, and reclaim our personal power through movement and dance.

During this class, you will connect to your deepest self, explore emotions/sensation/emotion, befriend and regulate your nervous system. You will fill your toolkit with exercises and practices to take home, and off the mat to help you feel more confident, powerful, and regulated throughout your week.

In class, we explore various techniques and practices, including: breath work, nervous system regulation, yoga, meditation, womb wisdom, un-choreographed (and some VERY sensual) dance.

This class is extremely powerful, and can, at times, be (safely) confronting.

Each class opens and closes in sacred circle, and invites all participants to be seen and witnessed in a circle of women. 

Classes fill quickly, pre-registration is  recommended

Currently, this class is open to women, non binary folks and all genders with internal reproductive anatomy. 

October 30, 7:00-8:30pm

$40

To register, email teremariemartini@gmail.com

Testimonials:

"This class was just what the midwitch ordered! So fun and SO effective for moving emotions through the body. I cannot wait to partipate in the next session! Tere facilitated with grace and embodiment, giving thoughtful prompts and invitations throughout class. She set the stage for me to feel safe enough to drop in, let go of insecurities, and let the integration of body and mind happen in profound ways. I highly highly recommend!" -A

"Tere created a warm and accepting space for myself and other women to learn about our bodies and how movement affects it. It was such an empowering class. I can't wait for the next round!" -E

"What a fantastic opportunity to drop into your body, stop over-thinking, and MOVE." -K

"I am so grateful Tere held this container for us! Somatic movement reaffirmed my body’s innate wisdom to move in the ways bring me comfort. This class gave me more vocabulary to speak on my experiences through my mind-body connection and share that with others. I look forward to more events with Tere!" -J

Restorative Meditation with Sound Healing

with Sue & Michele at The Crescent Collective

911 Old Liverpool Rd, Suite 2

Space limited. Grab your spot

Join us for a bewitching evening filled with mystery, magic, and merriment!

🕯️ Themed Treats & Sips: Enjoy deliciously spooky bites and eerie cocktails.

🧙‍♀️ Witchy Self-Portrait Station: Capture your inner enchantress in a mystical photo op.

🔮 Tarot Readings: Let the cards reveal your fate under the moonlit sky.

🧪 DIY Potion Making Bar: Concoct your very own spellbinding elixirs to take home!

Date: Saturday, October 26
Time: 6:00pm
Costumes or witchy garbs are encouraged, guests and family are welcome.

Come prepared for a spellbinding celebration! 🧙‍♀️

Power Yoga with Sue Montminy

A  practice that focuses on building strength and endurance while keeping the mind still. Classes include vigorous sequences that coordinate the breath and movement combined with more advanced postures to strengthen the body and challenge the mind. Options available for all fitness levels.

Cost: $15, please Register below to hold your spot, payment at door is accepted

Feminine Embodiment & Healing Circle

Support group + sacred sisterhood circle with opportunities for connection, embodiment, shadow work, and inner child healing. 

with Tatiana Williams

Healing circles are an ancient and cross-cultural practice. Women have gathered in circles to celebrate, grieve, honor, and support one another for ages!

In Feminine Embodiment and Healing Circles with Tatiana, the space is energetically curated to be a soft place for the feminine to land. Join a healing circle to practice slowing down the mind, and using somatic or body-based practices that invite you to experience the full range of feelings and  sensations including anger, joy, and pleasure.

We will move, shake, and flow in each circle, engage in inner work, group discussion, and guided activities to shift blocked, stagnated, or repressed energy and allow for collective healing. Tatiana will tap into her intuition and utilize spiritual guidance to cultivate the container for healing. 

A healing circle is perfect for the femme-identified individual who is:

Craving connection and desiring to heal in community

Rediscovering herself and wanting to be more authentic

In her head and wants to reconnect with the body

Wanting to harmonize her masculine and feminine energies

Needing to process the nuances, challenges, and victories in this life

You are invited to show up exactly as you are; to witness and be witnessed; to share and receive; and heal the divine feminine energy that lies within.

Here are what some of our past circle attendees have said:

"The energy was safe and welcoming. I loved the diversity of the women-age, race, personality, life experience."

"You are a beautiful leader and so safe in creating a very nurturing space for women to heal."

"It was a calm and pleasant experience."

Women in circle will have access to an optional GroupMe (messaging app) for ongoing connection building and integration with their sisters between sessions. Click Here to Join: https://groupme.com/join_group/91805222/v2eggnbf  

Dates:

Sunday, Oct 20 3:00-4:45pm Authentic Voice

Sunday Nov 17, 1:00-2:45pm Honoring Sacred Boundaries

Saturday, Dec 14 2:30-4:30pm Breaking Cycles: Generational Trauma Healing

Cost $30 ea, Registration below

Note: We intend to use candles and/or aroma diffusers in this class, please let your instructor know if you have any aversion or allergy that would prohibit the use of these tools.

Please bring a journal with you to each circle.

Experience the vibrations produced from crystal and Himalayan singing bowls, chimes and bells. Let the frequencies of sound help heal your mind, body and soul. Feel free to bring your own yoga mat, pillow and blanket.

Heidi Osterman of HLO Wellness LLC

I am a full-time Health and Wellness Coach at the VA Medical Center. I have a unique background including Chemistry, Wellness Management, Personal Training and Holistic Nutrition. My hope is to use my passion for health and wellness to inspire and support others in their wellness journey. Learn more.

Registration information:

$25 per person, space is limited, so please reserve your spot below. You can either pay now or choose “pay later” to pay Heidi directly at the door. (Venmo) @hlowellness, (Paypal) @HeidiOsterman, as well as cash and credit cards at the door

Contact Hlowellnessllc@gmail.com with any questions

Experience the vibrations produced from crystal and Himalayan singing bowls, chimes and bells. Let the frequencies of sound help heal your mind, body and soul. Feel free to bring your own yoga mat, pillow and blanket.

Heidi Osterman of HLO Wellness LLC

I am a full-time Health and Wellness Coach at the VA Medical Center. I have a unique background including Chemistry, Wellness Management, Personal Training and Holistic Nutrition. My hope is to use my passion for health and wellness to inspire and support others in their wellness journey. Learn more.

Registration information:

$25 per person, space is limited, so please reserve your spot below. You can either pay now or choose “pay later” to pay Heidi directly at the door. (Venmo) @hlowellness, (Paypal) @HeidiOsterman, as well as cash and credit cards at the door

Contact Hlowellnessllc@gmail.com with any questions

Walk-ins welcome on first-come, first-served basis or pre-register for a free appointment time below

Restorative Yoga with Reiki & Sound Healing

with Sue & Michele at The Crescent Collective

911 Old Liverpool Rd, Suite 2

Class Description:

This unique collaborative class brings together two amazing practitioners in one restorative class. Sue will lead participants through some simple restorative yoga poses (no yoga experience needed for this!) while she plays her sounds from singing bowls, chimes, gongs, drums and more. As you relax completely, Michele will share Reiki energy with each participant to help more fully let go.

Restorative yoga is the practice of deliberate stillness. It is a restful practice that holds yoga asanas (poses) for a longer duration, using assorted props (blankets, cushions, blocks) to support the body more comfortably. The work emphasizes the meditative aspect of yoga, striving for the union of the body and the mind. In restorative yoga, participants are encouraged to use the props to fully relax into each stretch and focus on the breath to release tension.

Space limited. Grab your spot

Slow Flow Yoga with Live Sound

Michele will lead a slow moving, intentional vinyasa flow as Susan plays several live instruments, including singing bowls, ocean drum, chimes, gong, along with others. The class will end with a long Savasana (our final relaxation pose) so participants can relax to the sounds.

This hour Yoga class will be a slow Vinyasa Flow style that is appropriate for all levels, including beginners. This class is 1-hour

We have 12 spots available per class

Registration Info:

$20/student

Register below to reserve your space

About Your Instructors:

Sue Montminy has been a wellness practitioner for 25 years. She is a 200 hour RYT (registered yoga teacher) and is certified to teach both Restorative and Yin yoga.  She is also a certified Sound Healing Practitioner, along with being a Usui Reiki Master practitioner and a Level 2 Karuna practitioner.

Michele Gannett has been a wellness practitioner for 25 years. She is a 200 RYT (registered yoga teacher), as well as a 200 hour Meditation teacher. She is certified in Accessible, Restorative, and Yin yoga. Michele is an Usui Reiki Master practitioner and a level 2 Karuna practitioner, along with being a certified Akashic Records reader and a Tarot reader.