Following are some of my book recommendations.

Let me know your thoughts on any of these books or your recommendations.

5Rhythms

Sweat Your Prayers: Movement as Spiritual Practice by Gabrielle Roth A seminal book by the creator of 5Rhythms, this book explores the philosophy and practice of movement as a spiritual practice.

Maps to Ecstasy: A Guide to the Transformative Power of Dance by Gabrielle Roth This book discusses the transformative power of dance and the five rhythms, offering perspective on personal healing and transformation.

Conscious Dance

Dance Awake: The Art & Practice of Conscious Dance by Brian Bergman A comprehensive resource for conscious dance, the book explores its transformative potential as practice and lifestyle.

The Oxford Handbook of Dance and Wellbeing (5Rhythms Chapter) This academic book is about the connection between dance and wellbeing, including a chapter on 5Rhythms and its impact on empowerment and transformation.

History of Dance

Apollo’s Angels: A History of Ballet by Jennifer Homans A detailed examination of the history of ballet, this book provides a rich historical background to one of dance’s most esteemed forms.

Dancing in the Streets: A History of Collective Joy by Barbara Ehrenreich This book addresses the role of dance in human history, in particular its collective and celebratory aspects.

Moving History/Dancing Cultures: A Dance History Reader edited by Ann Dils and Ann Cooper Albright A collection of essays that discuss the cultural and historical significance of dance.

Movement Therapy

Somatics: Reawakening the Mind’s Control of Movement, Flexibility, and Health by Thomas Hanna The book offers somatic exercises in accordance with the principles of movement therapy.

Anatomy Trains: Myofascial Meridians for Manual and Movement Therapists by Thomas W. Myers A detailed look at the anatomy of movement, this is a practical guide for practitioners and therapists.

A Guide to Better Movement: The Science and Practice of Moving With More Skill and Less Pain by Todd R. Hargrove This book combines science and practical advice to improve movement and reduce pain.