Wednesdays Garuda | Raena Waddell

Garuda combines the core work of Pilates, with the postures of Yoga and the fluidity of dance into a full mind and body exercise for any age and ability. Expect a total body workout in a safe environment with thoughtful instruction.

Zoom Meeting ID/password will be sent out through confirmation email, and then again one day before the event.

Make sure to bring a mat, knee padding, and clothes you’re comfortable moving in!

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Instructor Bio

Fascinated with the human body communicating through movement, Raena has built a 20+ year career as a dancer, choreographer and instructor in Edmonton, Alberta. As of April 2020, Raena has taken her physical education online and now teaches ongoing movement classes for students all over the world from the comfort and privacy of their own homes!

Inspired by numerous body work philosophies, Raena teaches class to encourage a sense of curiosity in her students as to how and what makes their body express physically. Raena has a keen eye for movement from both a physical and energetic perspective working comfortably with both dancers and non-dancers alike in various modalities.

Raena has premiered 17 of her own choreographic works in Alberta, receiving the Brian Webb Dance Company award in 2000 and the Edmonton Artist Trust Fund Award in 2012. Raena has trained extensively in Garuda Matwork, Apparatus, Barre and Chair with founder, James D’Silva. Raena holds her Pilates Method mat and equipment certifications. Raena is also certified in Hatha and Yin Yoga with Melanie Checknita and Joe Barnett. Raena has 10+ years experience as an Instructor for the City of Edmonton Recreation Facilities along with Orchesis at the University of Alberta. She is an active performer, movement mentor and creator in Edmonton’s dance community. She was last seen on stage November 2019 performing in Punctuate Theatre’s The Particulars.

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Please make sure that the space you use is suitable for activity and free from sharp objects, unsafe furniture, or things that could fall on you. Please work at your own pace within your own physical limitations and if you have any underlying conditions or pregnancy, seek a doctor's advice before joining

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