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Elevate the wisdom of the body in Jewish life.

Infuse your embodiment practices with Jewish wisdom to cultivate balance and well-being in your daily life.

Light of Creation

Song, Movement & Community on the first day of Hannukah

All are welcome! This special, virtual Community Gathering is free and open to all! | Monday, December 15, 2025 | 10am Pacific | 11am Mountain | 12pm Central | 1pm Eastern [60 Minutes] | with Miriam Raziel Kanani, Aliza Rothman and Julie Emden

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Embodied Practice Nikudah Hitoreret| Point of Illumination

The Hanukkah lights are holy. When we kindle the lights, we activate the ever-present, ever-renewing miracle of illumination in dark times.  

We invite you to enjoy this short audio or extended embodied practice.

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Please consider an end of year gift in support of our Embodied Jewish Wisdom Global Network & all EJL Programming.

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Embodied Jewish Wisdom Advanced Teacher Training

An 8-month training in methodologies & best practices for infusing embodiment offerings with Jewish wisdom for your communities. Join the waitlist to learn about upcoming 2026 dates.

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Bring Embodiment to Your Community

Collaborate with Julie and Embodied Jewish Learning to bring a workshop to your community!

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Our Approach to Embodied Torah

Read more about the origins of Embodied Jewish Learning and our unique approach to Jewish Embodiment.

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Embodied Practices
& Inspiration for Healing

A free downloadable guide. Embodied practices, poetry, music, prayers, and music playlists for creating our own rituals for healing heartbreak and grief. Created by Julie Emden & Laura Hegfield of the Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network in partnership with ReCustom

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UPCOMING EVENTS
Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio
Dec 14
Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio

Embody and explore seasonal themes of the Hebrew calendar in a beautiful, nurturing dance space.  Deepen your embodied spiritual connection to the Hebrew Calendar, to yourself, and to others in a committed group that meets monthly throughout the year.

[Virtual] Light of Creation - EJW Hannukah Event
Dec 15
[Virtual] Light of Creation - EJW Hannukah Event

Join us for a beautiful evening of Song, Movement & Community to welcome the month of Kislev, a time of wells, depths, dreams and light.

Light of Creation is free and open to all.

Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio
Jan 18
Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio

Embody and explore seasonal themes of the Hebrew calendar in a beautiful, nurturing dance space.  Deepen your embodied spiritual connection to the Hebrew Calendar, to yourself, and to others in a committed group that meets monthly throughout the year.

EJW Network Community Gathering: Shvat
Jan 26
EJW Network Community Gathering: Shvat

The Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network is a global network for leaders & learners of movement practices infused with Jewish Wisdom. Throughout the year we offer, 4 quarterly virtual Extended Embodied Practice Sessions and 6 Community Gatherings which foster online community connection, inspiration and resource sharing. Our Community Gatherings are offered as a benefit of Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network membership. Join our Network HERE, More info HERE.

EJW Network Community Gathering: Adar
Feb 19
EJW Network Community Gathering: Adar

The Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network is a global network for leaders & learners of movement practices infused with Jewish Wisdom. Throughout the year we offer, 4 quarterly virtual Extended Embodied Practice Sessions and 6 Community Gatherings which foster online community connection, inspiration and resource sharing. Our Community Gatherings are offered as a benefit of Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network membership. Join our Network HERE, More info HERE.

Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio
Feb 22
Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio

Embody and explore seasonal themes of the Hebrew calendar in a beautiful, nurturing dance space.  Deepen your embodied spiritual connection to the Hebrew Calendar, to yourself, and to others in a committed group that meets monthly throughout the year.

EJW Network Extended Embodied Practice Session: Nisan
Mar 16
EJW Network Extended Embodied Practice Session: Nisan

The Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network is a global network for leaders & learners of movement practices infused with Jewish Wisdom. Throughout the year we offer, 4 quarterly virtual Extended Embodied Practice Sessions and 6 Community Gatherings which foster online community connection, inspiration and resource sharing. Our Community Gatherings are offered as a benefit of Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network membership. Join our Network HERE, More info HERE.

Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio
Mar 22
Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio

Embody and explore seasonal themes of the Hebrew calendar in a beautiful, nurturing dance space.  Deepen your embodied spiritual connection to the Hebrew Calendar, to yourself, and to others in a committed group that meets monthly throughout the year.

EJW Network Community Gathering: Iyar
Apr 16
EJW Network Community Gathering: Iyar

The Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network is a global network for leaders & learners of movement practices infused with Jewish Wisdom. Throughout the year we offer, 4 quarterly virtual Extended Embodied Practice Sessions and 6 Community Gatherings which foster online community connection, inspiration and resource sharing. Our Community Gatherings are offered as a benefit of Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network membership. Join our Network HERE, More info HERE.

Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio
Apr 19
Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio

Embody and explore seasonal themes of the Hebrew calendar in a beautiful, nurturing dance space.  Deepen your embodied spiritual connection to the Hebrew Calendar, to yourself, and to others in a committed group that meets monthly throughout the year.

Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio
May 17
Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio

Embody and explore seasonal themes of the Hebrew calendar in a beautiful, nurturing dance space.  Deepen your embodied spiritual connection to the Hebrew Calendar, to yourself, and to others in a committed group that meets monthly throughout the year.

EJW Network Community Gathering: Sivan
May 18
EJW Network Community Gathering: Sivan

The Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network is a global network for leaders & learners of movement practices infused with Jewish Wisdom. Throughout the year we offer, 4 quarterly virtual Extended Embodied Practice Sessions and 6 Community Gatherings which foster online community connection, inspiration and resource sharing. Our Community Gatherings are offered as a benefit of Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network membership. Join our Network HERE, More info HERE.

Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio
Jun 14
Rosh Hodesh Women's Dance Circle | 10 Month Series | In-Studio

Embody and explore seasonal themes of the Hebrew calendar in a beautiful, nurturing dance space.  Deepen your embodied spiritual connection to the Hebrew Calendar, to yourself, and to others in a committed group that meets monthly throughout the year.

EJW Network Extended Embodied Practice Session: Tammuz
Jun 18
EJW Network Extended Embodied Practice Session: Tammuz

The Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network is a global network for leaders & learners of movement practices infused with Jewish Wisdom. Throughout the year we offer, 4 quarterly virtual Extended Embodied Practice Sessions and 6 Community Gatherings which foster online community connection, inspiration and resource sharing. Our Community Gatherings are offered as a benefit of Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network membership. Join our Network HERE, More info HERE.

[In-Studio] Torah Yoga Retreat: Isabella Freedman Retreat Center
Jul 14
[In-Studio] Torah Yoga Retreat: Isabella Freedman Retreat Center

Join us for a 5 day retreat at the Isabella Freedman Retreat Center in Northwestern Connecticut-- a lakeside, Berkshire mountain setting. Together, through the study of Jewish wisdom and the practice of Yoga, we will reveal and illuminate the Torah within our body, mind, heart and soul. Step away from the rhythm of everyday life, as we create an “island in time”, moving joyfully into our “Torah of Life.”

All are welcome. No previous experience in Yoga practice or Torah study is necessary to participate or enjoy!

 
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Private Sessions with Julie [via zoom]

Personalized Guidance and Support in your somatic home practice for your mind-body-heart-spirit journey.

Inspiration and Mentorship for your teaching: receive help with selecting themes, identifying source texts, designing and planning your Embodied Jewish Wisdom offerings.

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The Embodied Jewish Wisdom Network offers monthly virtual events and online community connection, inspiration and resource sharing for leaders and learners of Embodied Jewish Wisdom worldwide.

 

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