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Instead of complicated choreography there is an easy system of basic MUVES and colorful animations to inspire your workout. All dance actions are spontaneous. No need for memorization or rehearsals – you go with the flow. It is not important how it looks, but how it feels to you. You learn to adjust your MUVES to your own needs, to make it “your size”, “your speed” and “your style”. What a relief! You are motivated to exercise because you are having fun. Because you follow loosely, you can’t do anything wrong!
Physical activity is an important wellness dimension thatpositively influences all of life’s areas by improving physical function (physical) and mental skills (intellectual), improving outlooks (spiritual), offering social contact (social) and better preparing us overall for work and home (vocational).
THE MUSIC: In a MUVE DVD the music is not just background noise; the music shares the full spotlight with the dancers. Original songs from some of Hawaii’s top musical artists like John Cruz and Willie K. provide the musical energy – 100% music (no voice-overs), lets you enjoy it to the fullest.
THE MUSE: The teacher/lead dancer is called the “MUSE”. My goal is to inspire many to become a MUSE to their peers. All it takes is willingness and practice. Although I create my dance spontaneously, as a MUSE I simplify my actions into small bites of basic MUVES creating easy to follow “MUVE-patterns.” I repeat the basic movements long enough so you can catch on. Then l expand on my basic idea with different variations before transitioning into different basic moves and interpretations. I will show you how to change tempo and how to “make it your size”. I will make sure that all your body parts get to have their share of the action. You are welcome to follow me or break out into your own style at any time.
THE METHOD: The MUVE-Method provides an easy start with the help of live inspiration by the MUSE, a graphic icon system, explaining the basic movements, and a system of animated graphics communicating instructions and concepts.
• The Basic MUVES and their Icons
MUVE-Icons are visual cues explaining how you move your body and shift your weight in relationship to the beat of the music. A MUVE-Icon symbolizes 4 counts of musical beat. At the root of all human dances lie 3 basic movement patterns. When they are combined, they can create an endless variety of dance moves. When you simplify them down to their basic form they are as easy and natural as walking. The smallest increments of these movements are the Basic MUVES called WALK, TAP and ROOT. You can learn about the basic MUVES in the teaching section of each video or on the METHOD page at this website.
• The MUVE ANIMATIONS
The MUVE Method uses animated graphic images to communicate instructions visually. These colorful visual cues are called ANIMATIONS. There are over 40 instructional animations expressing philosophical, technical or safety related concepts. Giving the cues visually not only makes the video more exciting to look at, it also keeps the soundtrack clear from anything but pure music. Learn about the MUVE animations in the teaching section of each video,or on the METHOD page at this website.
THE RIDE
Many MUVE students enjoy the “RIDE”, as they latch on to the movement. They learn the basic moves and feel comfortable following loosely like a flock of birds. Their mind is either with the music or meditating elsewhere – but it is definitely not worrying about performing perfect steps.
CREATE
Some students love to CREATE their own dance. They look to the music and the company of fellow dancers for inspiration. Dancing alone can be done, but it’s not easy. Turn on the DVD and you are no longer alone. Add the dancers and your energy level goes up and you’ve got a party. Creating your own dance as you go is the ultimate way to MUVE. No worries - only energizing physical exercise in harmony with music.
THE MIX
As a master cook loves to learn about new ways to improve her art, so does the MUVE dancer. Humans learn by imitating others and then explore. You can MIX it up between loosely following and self-creating. Catch an animation rolling across the screen providing a new idea, or jump on and “RIDE” for a bit … then break out into your own dance again. Picking up ideas from other dancers is great fun. Don’t try to replicate the movements but catch the general “character” or “idea” and transform the action in your own personal way. At any time you are welcome to change course as your body explores. You might decide to make it an aerobic workout and add more air under your feet. Switch left or right and rest anytime you feel like it. The freedom to follow as well as to self-create is one of MUVE’s most exciting benefits. You can pick up ideas from any dancer; the dancers on the screen or the dancer right next to you. Anybody can be your MUSE.
See sample VIDEOS
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So, my heart to heart about muve is this: I love dancing MUVE because it helps wake me up to the reality of living in and having fun being in a body.
I like it that it is so unpressured, that everyone is part of the group while at the same time free to be "different". I can muve at my own pace and not feel anything but encouragement to do so. The most inspiring thing for me is watching you, Maggie! Your love of dance and movement is so genuine and contagious! I'm not kidding. I get a grin on my face just basking in your glow and doing my best to follow along. I have a long history of back problems, and this class is one of the first where I don't feel like I need to do any of the things which don't feel right to me.
Leanne L.
... A whole new dimension to myself opened up from day one and I've been hooked ever since. For some reason my idea of dance has been having to learn a series of structured moves set to various musical rhythms... What I discovered through MUVE was that the body has an innate responsiveness to music ... As a matter of fact the body is designed to dance! Every joint, ligament, and tendon wants to move when the mind just relaxes and forgets itself....The key is to just allow yourself to surrender to the moment and let go of any self consciousness or social conditioning. Like Mark Twain said, "Dance like nobody's watching, love like it's never going to hurt." So to live a balanced life, Yin needs Yang. Sitting still is a very powerful tool to awaken consciousness and insight into the ways of the mind. But this can be complemented by a form of meditation which awakens the freedom of movement and insight into the ways of the body.... what an opportunity MUVE is for meditation, exercise, and body awareness...
Wallen E.
I'm not a good dancer and am not very flexible. However these dance sessions are so upbeat and energizing that I feel great the moment the music begins. The other people also seem to be enjoying it so much that it is a contagious good mood!
Even after an exhausting and frustrating day at work, when I pop in the video, the music starts and the mood infuses the room like a smile. Maggie has great taste in music. Muve is great.
Susan C.
I have always loved to dance. Who doesn't? But as we grow older and busier, we forget some of the things we love, in oder to get done the "lists of life,”going to school, raising a family and engaging in (hopefully) meaningful working. Three years ago I found myself engaged on all those activities - work, school and raising a family. I knew I needed to find something for myself - and saw Maggie's ad. Why not I said, I have always loved to dance. Not only did I find that the session gave me the personal space I needed to do something for me, but it renewed my love of dance, music and movement.
... MUVE has refreshed my spirit and my body. The videos are upbeat and non-intimidating. It is the best thing I have done in years...
Geri M.
MUVE celebrates life and the freedom to move every part of our bodies, from the tops of our heads to the tips of our toes..... MUVE is incredibly stress relieving - one of my own personal therapies. Some people run or walk, others swim, do aerobics or Tae Bo; I MUVE.
Zakira
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MUVE means “music & movement” and it all started because music is what moves Maggie. Growing up in a tiny farming community with no access to dance lessons, she forged a close bond with the radio and turned the living room into her dance space. She has been singing and dancing to the music ever since. She says, “My body and voice are my instruments. How could I just listen when I could sing and dance along? I’ll be forever grateful that nobody stopped me or laid down heavy rules”.
Maggie’s dancing is always spontaneous -- inspired in the present moment, and always an expression of the free and joyful spirit she is. Dancing is her passion and her art, and with the production of her dance/exercise video, she is realizing her most cherished dream. Maggie’s mission is to inspire everyone to feel the joy of moving their bodies to the rhythm of the music, getting the
physical exercise the body needs, while freeing the mind and feeding the soul.
Maggie has had a distinguished career as designer and art-director, and her expertise has been put to use on her DVDs. She designed an all visual guidance system and animated graphics that appear on the screen over and around the dancers, giving ideas and instructions. Maggie inherited her love of music from her mother, Anna Burghardt, who was a vocalist and music teacher in rural Germany. Sharing her gifts with her family and community was Anna’s greatest joy, and Maggie is carrying on that tradition in sharing her love of music and dance with her students and now with the world at large through her new video productions. Maggie’s mother also gave Maggie an ear for great music. Maggie has gathered a great breadth and variety of captivating rhythms to inspire dance. Leanne, a student and fan, says “Getting to hear the great treasure of music that Maggie has put together would be worth it, in itself, even if I didn’t adore dancing along.”
Living in Hawaii since 1993, Maggie has been a great fan of the local music. Her newly produced dance/exercise videos draws mainly from Hawaii artists, and she’s excited to be able introduce this music to many new listeners worldwide. For anyone who would like to dance with Maggie in person, there are three ongoing weekly MUVE session to join at anytime. Weekly MUVE Sessions in Honolulu
Contributed by Ka’imi Nicholson |
