MONDAY: 6PM – 7PM
WINTER: January 6 to March 24, 2025
$215 whole session
$120 for 6-classes pass
$25 drop-in
Payment methods: cash, card or interac e-transfer to info@ekspresyon.ca > password: pazapa
Registration: Registration form > Right here
Trilingual teacher English, French, Haitian Creole
CATEGORY
CONTENT
Welcome to Pazapa Workout! A fun and dynamic dance-fitness class from ekspresyon dance center. This full-body workout combines traditional Haitian dance, afro-caribeens and house dance movements, bodyweight exercises, and breathwork, with a special focus on improving posture, alignment, breathing, and fluidity. Bring your water bottle (a water fountain is available on-site), comfortable clothing, your energy and good vibes!
ACCESSIBILITY
Music or loud sounds
Cardio exercises
Jumps and shocks
Adaptable exercises
Standing for long periods
Pazapa Workout (step by step in Haitian Creole) is a class accessible to all levels and adaptable to individual needs. Movements can be modified to suit different fitness levels. Most exercises are performed standing.
Participants should feel comfortable with rhythmic cardio movements and bodyweight exercises. Music is an integral part of the experience, so ear protection is recommended for those sensitive to sound. This class helps release pent-up energy and renew it through dynamic movement, allowing each participant to progress at their own pace.
Accessibility options can be arranged in advance to ensure an inclusive and supportive environment. Feel free to speak with Abi on-site or contact Nitsé via email at info@ekspresyon.ca 🙂
BIOGRAPHY
ekspresyon ekspresyon dance troupe was founded in 2003 by Régine Cadet and Sibyl Graham, two dancers of Haitian origin. Its mission is to share Haitian culture through dance, in a spirit of transmission and recognition. From its very beginnings, the troupe took its place on the Montreal scene, and was one of the first to create and self-produce thematic shows. Through its works and performances, ekspresyon seeks to break down existing barriers between different artistic genres and deconstruct stereotypes associated with traditional Haitian dance.
In pursuit of its mission to promote Haitian culture, ekspresyon offers a program of classes accessible to all levels and open to all audiences, rooted in Haitian dances and traditions. The aim is to offer everyone the opportunity to discover or deepen their knowledge of Haitian culture and the traditional rhythms associated with it.
Today, ekspresyon is a collective of artists, a dance and creation center, an inclusive space dedicated to physical and mental well-being with an approach focused on artistic exploration and mentoring.
Abi – Teacher
Abi is a versatile dance artist, working as both a performer and teacher with ekspresyon dance troupe. She joined ekspresyon in 2019 to reconnect with her cultural roots and discover a visceral tool for understanding and channeling her energy.
With a diverse background in sports such as martial arts, volleyball, swimming, and fitness, Abi brings a holistic approach to her teaching. She has trained at renowned institutions like Nyata Nyata and holds certifications in yoga science and meditation teaching. Through her classes, Abi aims to inspire participants to reconnect with their bodies and rediscover the joy of movement.
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These classes are open to all levels, and advance registration for one or more classes is recommended.
Please contact your teacher for more information.