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EJW Network Community Gathering

EJW Network Community Gathering

Zumba of the Zohar: Sasson | ששון(Joy),
Simcha | שמחה (Happiness) and Salsa!

with Rachel Glazer & Miriam Rubin

Monday, March 11, 2024
10am PST | 1pm EST | 8 pm ISRAEL

“When Adar enters, joy increases.” Through the exuberance of Zumba, an aerobic fitness program inspired by Latin American and World dances, explore the dimensions of joy and secrets to happiness which our bodies already hold.

Rachel Glazer is the Assistant Director of Youth Education and Engagement at Temple Beth El in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she advises the youth group and provides dynamic programming for families with kids of all ages. Rachel is also the incoming Art Director at URJ Camp Coleman, where she taught metalworking and jewelry-making this past summer. Her biggest smiles come from teaching Zumba, both on land and in the pool, with adults and kids alike! Rachel is currently working toward her Masters in Experiential Jewish Education from The George Washington University with lots of support from her partner, Sam, and their cats, Loki and Ash.

Miriam Rubin is a ritual leader, sacred musician, and rites of passage guide who serves as the Director of the Jewish sacred music team at Temple of the Stranger and Web of Life Community. Miriam is an Ordained Interfaith Minister who officiates life cycle events, rites of passage, bar and bat mizvah ceremonies, name change ceremonies, and offers somatic support through life's transitions. She also serves as the Director of Rites of Passage for Youth at Wayfinders on the Hudson for 12-13 year olds. Miriam offers Somatic Healing, Soul-Guiding mentorships, song-circles, and drum making workshops. Miriam is a 4th generation New Yorker living on Lenapehoking Territory. Stay connected and get involved Follow Miriam at @miriams.wellness @weboflifecommunity.nyc @templeofthestranger


EJW Community Gatherings are offered monthly as part of the Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network. Become a member to attend these events live, or to view after, and connect with our growing community!

We gather once a month as close to Rosh Chodesh (the New Moon) as possible. Each month, different members of our collective guide us in creative, connective Jewish movement & embodied text study experiences. Embodiment modalities include Alexander Technique, Authentic Movement, Body-Mind Centering, Chanting, Dance, Embodied Mindfulness, Qi Gong, Yoga and more! Recordings are made available within one week of each event.