CI Class by Leah Siepel + Jam

Name: CI Class by Leah Siepel + Jam
Start: 2026-01-11T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-01-11T16:30:00-05:00
Location: 59 Oneil St, Kingston, NY 12401

Schedule

Sun Jan 11 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

59 Oneil St, Kingston, NY 12401 | Kingston, NY

2 - 3pm Opening Circle & Class by Leah Siepel
Beginnings, Endings, and Pauses
What happens when we let beginnings be deliberate, endings be felt, and pauses be trusted? Through score-based explorations, we will investigate multiple beginnings and endings, as well as our own responses to pauses, in solo and partnered improvisation.
* please arrive to class 10 minutes early so we can start on time
* all levels warmly welcomed
Leah Siepel signed up for her first Contact Improv class 27 years ago because of a crush on a boy in the dance department. She moved on from the boy, but never the dance.
Leah is also an educator, consultant, and doctoral student who runs Crosscut Studio.
3pm -4:30: Jam with music/sound by Shir Meira Feit
Shir is a musician, composer, ritual facilitator, and spiritual director. Shir has released several solo and collaborative albums of Jewish mystical music and has facilitated countless circles of communal ritual prayer and song, helping people of all backgrounds connect with their inner wisdom and joy.
Address: Score Studio, 59 O'Neil St., Kingston, NY 12440
Prices:
Thank you for contributing promptly upon arrival, rather than waiting until the end.
Both class and jam together: $25-30
Only class: $10
Only jam: $20
* If you can contribute more, this helps sponsor others.
FAQ:
I haven't done Contact Improv in 20 years! Is this jam right for me?
We invite dancers/humans of all levels of experience and types of ability to this jam. We trust you to know your limits and we encourage you to observe and rest as you'd like. If you have questions or need help, please feel free to approach Leah or anyone else that looks open to offering support.
I've never done CI and barely know what it is. How can I participate?
Absolute beginners should let the host know that they are new to the form so that proper support and guidance can be provided. You are welcome to watch for the first jam, if you'd like, or if you'd like to join in, we will make sure you are buddied up with someone who can show you some basics. Witnessing other dancers is always welcome and is a valued contribution to the dance environment.
Can I bring my kid/s?
Kids are magical beings and we welcome them. If you bring yours, please stay near them and make sure they are safe and respectful of all jam guidelines.
Is the studio accessible by wheelchair?
Unfortunately, it is not. Please email us to let us know how we can best make your attendance possible and comfortable.
How do I join the Hudson Valley CI WhatsApp group?
Email us for the link to join the WhatsApp group. This group is for Contact Improv classes, workshops, jams, and events with 1.5 hours from Kingston, NY.
Any other questions or thoughts? Reach out!
[email protected]
IG: @hudsonvalleycontactimprov
Facebook: Hudson Valley Contact Improvisation