| One Week Intensive: Clown 1-The Courage To BeJune 24-28, Mon-Fri 10am-5pm
 At 84 Main St, Philmont, NY
Clowning is a state of playfulness that allows us to experience 
              a child-like, naïve andvulnerable state of being ... and paradoxically we learn, grow, 
              and are strengthened
 through reconnecting playfully with what makes us most vulnerable. 
              This approach to
 clowning is not a technique (tricks, gags and routines), but a personal 
              journey towards
 finding one’s unique way of being - by listening and being 
              receptive, essential skills for
 any creative and imaginative endeavor. It is only in letting go 
              of control that we begin to
 be surprised by the depth of that which is around us and within 
              us.
 The word “courage” comes from a root that means “heart.” 
              Through clowning andconnecting to our naturally playful and creative spirit, we can 
              develop and sustain,
 in ourselves and in each other, the heart to be who we truly are, 
              to trust life and ourselves.
 This 5 day intensive allows a deeper experience of the transformational 
              clowningprocess and establishes the foundation for all our work. It is an 
              essential first step
 before going on to more advanced courses such as Social Clowning 
              and the Facilitators
 Training. Many people return to our workshops repeatedly, as this 
              state of being
 becomes vital to them.
 No skills or fitness required. Class size is limited to 12. Sliding 
              scale fee: $0-700. Advanceregistration required. Adults only.
 For more information contact Laura: laura@nosetonose.info 
              518-929-5392 This course is hosted by Free Columbia. Free Columbia has no set 
              tuitions. We offer suggested donation amounts based onspecific costs. It is possible to make a monthly pledge to support 
              Free Columbia or to
 make a one-time donation. Currently 40 individuals have pledged 
              regular support to
 Free Columbia to make events like these possible and accessible. 
              Consider joining the
 circle of supporters. http://freecolumbia.org/
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