Midwest Movement Collective

TONIGHT: Artist Night featuring Megan O’Neil (.arts)! 😍🌸

Throughout July and August, Megan has displayed her beautiful, one-of-a-kind artwork in our hallway + Lane Studio! Meet the artist herself on Thursday, August 29, from 6-7 pm and experience each piece in person!

This is a free event with snacks provided. Please RSVP by clicking the link in our bio. See you soon! 💃🏼

GIDDY UP. 🤠💖🔥

We have two fabulous workshops planned with in September! Check ‘em out! 👀

+ 09/06 7-8:30 pm: Twerk It 🍑
Learn how to seamlessly combine energetic twerk techniques with smooth floor transitions, creating a dynamic and engaging routine! Designed for all skill levels, ensuring that everyone can take part in and improve their twerk abilities!

+ 09/07, 7-8:30 pm: Kickin’ Country Chair Dance
Featuring sensuous moves and a flair for country music, this chair dance will not disappoint! Learn how to incorporate the chair into your routine, adding an extra element of excitement and style! ✨

The cost of each workshop is just $30! Take one or take both in a weekend! 💃🏼

www.midmovecollective.com/events 🔗

As we look toward the fall/winter schedule, we are saddened to share that Morgan will be leaving MMC as a weekly instructor. 😭💛

Morgan joined our team over the summer and has been a wonderful addition! Make sure to take a class with her this week before she departs! 💃🏼

+ Thursday, August 29:
7-8:15 pm: Ballet for All Bodies 🩰
8:30-9:30 pm: Beginner Tap

+ Friday, August 30:
1:15-2:15 pm: Improv

www.midmovecollective.com/schedule 🔗

Happy Monday! 👯💛 We have a few highlights to share as we head into the final week of the summer schedule! ✨

• Now is the time to register for our fall/winter classes and series starting next week via WellnessLiving! 💃🏼
• We have printed schedules for fall and winter available at the front desk! 🧑‍💻
• The early bird price for our fall/winter 8-week series is $210 through today. (The rate will increase to $225.)
• The studio will be closed on Monday, September 2nd. Classes that start on Monday will begin the following week! 🧘‍♂️

If you have any questions or problems signing up, pls send us an email - [email protected]

www.midmovecollective.com 🔗

There will be a new beginner Pole 1 [8-week] series with Dora in just two weeks! ✨

Ready to start your pole journey? Our Pole 1 series was created to meet the needs of brand new pole students like you! By developing grounding skills first, you will build strength while exploring pole technique. You’ll learn classic pole spins, floor work, transitions, and how to prepare for inversions and climbs!

Once you’ve completed the series, you can sign up for any of our drop-in classes: Pole 1.5, Pole 2, Beginner Spin Pole, Pole Heels or you can take the series again for additional practice!

There are no prerequisites, just a willingness to show up and give it your best. 🤗

Sign up now! Registration for eight consecutive weeks of classes is $210 (early bird ends 08/26). First class begins Monday, September 9, 8:30-9:45 pm!

www.midmovecollective.com/events 🔗

Get your spot in Ashtanga Yoga with Alchemy tomorrow from 9:30-11 AM. ✨

Ashtanga (vinyasa yoga involving a precise sequence of postures) follows the same prescription every class, so you can focus deeply on your postures and breaths when you know what’s coming next. Develop a deeper yoga practice and strengthen your yoga technique!

It is recommended that you have some yoga experience before taking this class: true beginners may find the flow challenging. 🫶

[Yoga mat + blocks provided.]

www.midmovecollective.com/schedule 🔗

You can find our fall and winter schedule on WellnessLiving, including drop-in classes and 8-week series! Among the classes we offer are yoga, tap, ballet, pole dance, heels, contemporary, aerial silks, lyra, and more! Open to adults 18+ ✨

Visit the front desk for a printed schedule! 🤗

If you have any questions or problems signing up, pls send us an email - [email protected]

www.midmovecollective.com

It’s time for our next 8-week series to begin in early September! 😍

Learn a new style of dance, discover a new apparatus, and we’ve added some solo and group performance classes for the upcoming student showcase! ✨

Starting Tuesday, Sept. 3 through Oct. 22:
+ 5:30-6:45 PM: Lyra 1 Series with Cassie
+ 8:30-9:45 PM: Pole Heels Performance Series with Sarah

Starting Thursday, Sept. 5 through Oct. 24:
+ 8:30-9:45 PM: Choreo Series with Kendra

Starting Monday, Sept. 9 through Oct. 28:
+ 6:45-8 PM: Aerial Silks 1 Series with Alysha
+ 7-8:15 PM: Dance Styles Series with Amber
+ 8:30-9:45 PM: Pole 1 Series with Dora

Currently, each series costs $210, which includes eight consecutive weeks of classes!*

*6/12-month members receive the first series free, and the second at a 50% discount! (Sign up via email or DM us to receive the online codes.)

You can register for classes through the link in our bio or download the WellnessLiving Achieve App! 🤳🏼

Do you notice the beautiful artwork in our hallway and Lane Studio? It’s .arts - our featured artist during July + August! 😍

Megan O’Neil (she/her) is a young artist who recently began her artistic career outside the classroom. She graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from Indiana University in 2022. 👏👏

She has exhibited in a dozen group shows throughout the midwest and won several awards. Her creations have extended beyond oil paintings to include design, murals, and sketches! At present, she paints as a freelance artist out of her home in Grand Haven, MI.

RSVP now to Artist Night on Thursday, August 29 from 6-7 pm. This event is completely free, and snacks will be provided. Tag a friend - we’ll see you there! 👩🏼‍🎨

LINK IN BIO. 🔗

It’s happening… OUR VERY FIRST ALL STUDENT FALL SHOWCASE. 👏👏💖 Mark your calendars, friends - Saturday, November 9, 6-9 PM. ✨

More details comin’ soon! 😎

NEW: DAM Circus presents Sunday Funday workshops at ! 🔥

❇️ Aerial Hammack & Hoop*
Sunday, September 8, 11-12:15 PM

Aerial Hammock with .finn: Keep It Simple, Silly
Aerial Hoop with : Flow and Spin

❇️ Aerial Silks & Pole*
Sunday, September 8, 12:30-1:45 PM

Pole with : Spinning Pole Artistry
Aerial Silk with .nesa: Risqué Business

Cost: $55 workshop (early bird until 08/25)

Register online now through the events calendar on our website or download the WellnessLiving Achieve App for easy access! *pls review prerequisites! 🔗💛

A very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to an amazing instructor and human, Alysha! 👏🎈

Join Alysha in class next week to celebrate! 🎉

+ MON, 7-8:15 pm: Aerial Silks 1 (drop-in)
+ WED, 11:30-12:45 pm: Aerial Silks 2*

〰️ share your favorite moments in class with Alysha in the comments below! 💛

www.midmovecollective.com/schedule 🔗

Our featured drop-in class this week is Ballet for All Bodies! 🩰🧦🫶🏼

Taking up as an adult can have many benefits, physically and mentally! Ballet helps improve posture, , , and coordination. In addition to providing a wonderful outlet for self-expression, it is also a fantastic way to make new friends!

We offer Ballet for All Bodies x2 a week as a joyful, low-impact, class aimed at building a solid foundation for ballet technique, combinations, and vocabulary!

While this class is geared toward beginner and early-stage adult dancers, modifications will be provided for students returning to ballet! ✨

+ Monday, 5:30-6:45 PM with
+ Thursday, 7-8:15 PM with Morgan

www.midmovecollective.com/schedule 🔗

AUGUST EVENTS 🗓️🩰

+ 08/03: 2–5 pm: Open Studio - $10, no membership or early registration required!

+ 08/10, 10-10:45 am: Yoga for Dancers & Movers with - $10 drop-in, included for 6/12-Month Unlimited Members!

+ 08/15, 8:30 pm: Intro to Pole with

+ 08/24, 9:30-11 am: Ashtanga Yoga with Alchemy - new drop-in yoga class offered monthly! 🧘🏽‍♀️

+ 08/29, 6-7 pm: July/August Artist Night featuring .arts - free, snacks provided. 👩🏼‍🎨🌸

www.midmovecollective.com/schedule 🔗

We’ve got a few instructors filling in tonight, as well as our monthly Intro to Pole! Take a look at our available drop-in classes and join us! 👯‍♀️

5:30-6:45 pm: All Levels Jazz with Kendra
5:30-6:45 pm: Silks 1 (series) with Alysha ✨
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7-8:15 pm: Pole 2* with Bev ✨
7-8:15 pm: Ballet 2* with Amber 🩰
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8:30-9:30 pm: Intro to Pole with Paige
8:30-945 pm: Contemporary: Dynamic Composition* with Amber

*please review prereqs before signing up! 🫶🏼

You can register for classes through the link in our bio or download the WellnessLiving Achieve App! 🤳🏼

Enjoy the sun as you unwind. Sunset Yoga is a Hatha-style class (slow-paced and alignment-focused) with emphasis on breathing and mindfulness, helping you relax through the week!

Every Wednesday with Alchemy, 8:30-9:30 PM. 🌞

You can take your first drop-in class for just $15 using code: WELCOME. Click the link in the bio to view the full schedule + sign up! 🔗🧘‍♂️

HIRING LYRA INSTRUTOR. 👯‍♂️

We are seeking an experienced lyra instructor who can teach [at least] two classes per week starting August/September, capable of leading beginner, intermediate, advanced, and offering private lessons!

Visit the link on our page for a complete description of the position, pay, and requirements. “How to Apply” can be found at the bottom of the PDF! ✍️

www.midmovecollective.com

Come on, let’s dance! Broadway has returned as a drop-in class every Wednesday with from 7-8:15 pm! 🕺🏻🎭

Dancers and performers of all levels are welcome to participate. This class is about exploring the world of music theater and having fun! ✨

You can register for classes through the link in our bio or download the WellnessLiving Achieve App! 🤳🏼

HIRING LYRA INSTRUTOR. 👯‍♂️

Currently, we are seeking an experienced lyra instructor to teach [at least] two classes per week (starting August/September), capable of leading beginner, intermediate, advanced, and offering private lessons!

Interested candidates should visit the link below for a complete description of the position, pay, and requirements. "How to Apply" can be found at the bottom of the page!

Lyra Instructor Position Position: Lyra Instructor Starting Date: Onboarding in summer or fall 2024, start teaching August or September 2024 Pay: Hourly, $20 base pay + additions (full pay scale available here) Benefits: Employee Assistance Program 7 Paid Holidays (5 assigned, 2 floating) Professional Development ...

How can you best prepare yourself for classes? So glad you asked! ✨

+ Drink water (and bring a bottle to fill up)! 💦
+ Have a light meal, or eat a snack in between classes!
+ Avoid drinking alcohol/excessive caffeine 🚫
+ Review the recommended attire for each class, and pack a change of clothes (if needed).
+ For classes using an apparatus, jewelry should be removed and kept in personal bags!
+ Allow ample time for your commute, check-in, and possibe outfit change! 💃🏼

• In the event you cannot attend class, please cancel within six hours of the start time to avoid losing your class or incurring a $15 late fee.

Have a question? Any suggestions to add? Please feel free to comment below or send us a DM. 🫶🏼

Our staff meeting today was great! We have some awesome classes coming your way this fall! We plan to release the full weekly schedule at the beginning of August, so stay tuned! 💃🏼✍️

What’s going on this weekend! 🗓️

Friday, July 19:
+ 12-1 pm: Yoga Refresh with Alchemy 🧘🏽‍♀️
+ 6-9 pm: Open Rope Jam [hosted by OpenRopeGR with & ]

Saturday, July 20:
+ 11:15-12:30 pm: Contemporary with
+ 11:15-12:30 pm: Pole 1 with .poleology
+ 12:45-1:45 pm: Spin Pole with .dumbass
+ 2:30 pm: PRIVATE POLE CLASS 💃🏼🎉 (send us a dm for info on how to schedule your own group class!)

Sunday, July 21:
• STAFF MEETING (reconnecting & planning our fall schedule!) 🥳✨ Can’t wait! 👏

You can view the weekly schedule by clicking on the link in our bio, or download the WellnessLiving Achieve App to make sign up even easier! 🤳🏼

TODAY (07/13): Open Studio from 2-5 PM. $10 drop-in, ages 18+ only, no membership or early registration required! 👯‍♀️

Practice what you’ve learned in class, or try something new in a safe environment! Three rooms are available, apparatuses: pole, silks, and lyra are provided on a first-come basis, and sharing space is encouraged.

Participants are expected to adhere to our Community Agreements to ensure that everyone feels welcome and respected - LINK IN BIO. 🤗

www.midmovecollective.com

Only TWO spots are left in our Lyra 1 series with on Thursday, 5:30-6:45 pm! This series is for complete beginners and includes eight consecutive weeks of classes with the same group of students! 👯✨

www.midmovecollective.com/events 🔗

In case the registration does not appear on WellnessLiving, please send an email or DM!

JULY 27: ! 💘

+ 2-3:30 PM: Invert Ready [beginner friendly] ($90)
Are you ready to explore inverts like never before? This workshop provides all body types and skill levels with tools to safely get upside down on the pole! ✨

+ 3:45-4:45 PM: HeXOtic [beginner friendly] ($75)
Embrace devilish details, reveal dark sensuality, and exude power in this part freestyle, part pole flow class!

+ 5-6 PM: Hoe Flow [all levels] ($75)
With a hint of heel work, you’ll learn an old school club style flow that’s the perfect blend of embodied slutti•ness and intentional precision! 🔥

For each workshop, please review the potential prerequisites. Find out about scholarship opportunities by contacting Brooke directly!

www.midmovecollective.com/events 🔗

Welcome back! 💃🏼💛

We look forward to seeing you in the studio! Don’t forget the next beginner 8-week series starts this week, including pole, aerial silks, lyra, and dance! You can register up to six hours before classes begin!

For more info, click the 🔗 in our bio/send us a DM!

Discover a new style of dance or apparatus in our new beginner 8-week series starting this week! 💃🏼

• Dance Styles with (Mon, 7-8:15 pm)
• Pole 1 with (Mon, 8:30-9:45 pm)
• Silks 1 with (Tues, 5:30-6:45 pm)
• Lyra 1 with (Thurs, 5:30-6:45 pm)

The cost for each series is $210, which includes eight consecutive weeks of classes!

+ Our 6/12-Month Unlimited Memberships receive the first series FREE, and the second series at a 50% discount. (DM us for the codes!) ✨

Register now through WellnessLiving or send us a DM or email if you need assistance/have questions! 🧑‍💻