EJ Gold's The Movements

Mr. Gold's Comments About The Movements

The Movements is a moving meditation which brings the body, emotions, mind and spirit into total Harmony. It works instantly.

The effects are similar to Tai Chi and Yoga and . . . something more. It transcends them.

The Movements smoothe the lumps in one's being. They harmonize the electrical field, dissolve anomalies in your being.

This leads to better functioning and simply being comfortable in your skin. You feel good in your body.

They are related to tribal dances and rituals, ancient temple ceremonies and also include kata components. (Kata means form, as in a form in martial arts.)

The teaching of the Movements comes to us from a number of ancient sources, including vases, wall paintings, frescos, statuettes and most importantly, the metaphysical science of psychometry.

There are 7 series of The Movements, each related to one of the Bodies of Man.

Some of The Movements series have never been given, neither have the inner exercises.

(The Book)

The Movements -- An Introduction to a Moving Meditation (book/pdf)

(Pretty much a must for anyone studying The Movements)

"The Movements is an artful moving meditation. During the practice, body, mind, heart and essence may align, leading to esthetically higher, transcendental realms of experience. It opens a flow of energy that cleanses and heals disruptions in the machine. Working with the Movements daily expands the range of motion in the body, while developing an overall subtle sensitivity." - Paula Andrea

(Resource Material)

The Movement Postures Illustrated Cards (jumbo card deck)

(A useful tool for beginning and advanced work with The Movements)

"The Movements is a moving meditation which brings the body, emotions, mind and spirit into total Harmony. It works instantly."

These cards contain a premium upgrade called UV Coating that makes the printed components more durable. These cards also are embossed with a linen texture.

The link below will take you directly to the manufacturer's website.

(Instructional Video)

Movements by the Academy of Ancient Dance (dvd)

(Good for practicing postures from Series 1 to Series 5)

E.J. Gold, from off camera, directs Tabatha Jones in demonstrating The Movements postures from series 1 - series 5. The Obligatories and The Rhythmics.

E.J. offers very useful guidance and commentary to improve and enhance the practice.

In this video Tabatha shows the postures in front, side and back position.

(Instructional Video)

Morning Movements Workout for Beginners (dvd)

(Optional warm-up exercises performed by senior students. Includes a demonstration of the Advanced Rhythmics.)

The Morning Movements are more than physical exercise. They are a moving meditation designed to engage attention, coordination, rhythm, and presence all at once.

Practiced for years by the Core Group in the early morning hours, these movements combine gesture, breath, rhythm, and focused awareness into a simple but powerful daily practice. The Afghani rhythmics and related sequences presented here were taught directly by E.J. Gold to a small group of senior students and refined through regular group work over many years.

This beginner workout offers an accessible introduction for those interested in conscious movement, inner attention, and starting the day from a different center of gravity.

Many participants find the practice both energizing and calming at the same time, helping create a more grounded and attentive state for the rest of the day.

(Instructional Video)

Introduction to the Rhythmics (dvd)

(Good for learning and practicing postures from Series 1 to Series 4 along with the Rythmics)

Excerpt from the Movements Workshop on Sun., Nov. 26, 2017

The first video presents Tabatha Jones demonstrating The Movements postures from series 1 - series 4.

The video includes:

• A short demo of The Obligatories referred to as the Neophite Series
• A short demo of The Beginning Afghani Rhythmics.
• A great talk from E.J.
• The Rhythmics are presented and done by Tabatha and also along with the group.
• An excellent demo by E.J. Gold about balance, he provides great exercises to develop body balance.
• The group doing The Movements lead by Tabatha.
• The second video includes a demo of Tabatha performing The Rythmics from the front, back, left and right view.

(Instructional Video)

Movements Clinic (2020) (dvd)

(Good for learning and practicing postures from Series 1 - Series 4)

The four sets of postures with their transitions are demonstrated from both back and front views, making it easier to follow the sequences and refine alignment, coordination, and flow.

Also included are eight warm-up exercises designed to help improve balance, flexibility, and grounded attention, all foundational elements in the practice of The Movements.

Whether used as a companion to group practice or as part of a personal daily routine, this clinic offers a practical and accessible way to deepen familiarity with the postures and their underlying principles.

(Resource Material)

The Movements Poster (print/image)

(Good as a visual reference for your practice)

The Movements Poster is now available as a handy reference.

This poster provides still images for each of the targeted postures. Many find it an essential reference for their beginning, intermediate or experienced practice. The photos of each posture serve as a mark or target for the practitioner.

As a bonus, the eight basic postures of the Rhythmics are included in the last row. These, too, are essential for Movements practice, and like the Movements, there are layers within layers in this spiritual dance practice.

(Performance)

The Movements at American River College (dvd)

(A good introduction to the invocational nature of The Movements )

A theatrical performance of The Movements by the Academy of Ancient Dance under the direction of director and choreographer E.J. Gold. An excellent archive of The Movements in an invocational space.

(Practice Music)

Movements Practice Tracks (music)

(These are the music tracks we use in our Morning Movements Practice)

These tracks were selected for The Movements practice. They vary in tempo and mood providing a unique background for each practice.

(Practice Music)

The Power of Song (album)

(This album works amazingly well with The Movements)

Group 1: Primary Emanations -- Highest operational intelligences; Seraphic / first radiations

Group 2: Formative Intelligence -- Stabilizers and restorers

Group 3: Human Interaction Sphere -- Healing through life conditions

Group 4: Manifestation & Earthly Support -- Grounding and embodiment forces

(Practice Music)

Didge Movements (music)

(20 didge pieces specially selected for use with The Movements)

In between playing didge meditations for a live GorebaggTV broadcast, E.J. explained what it does. It provides you with a form of potent prayer as a result of a sound structure, in the form of an air compression that makes sound structure. And that sound structure is resonant with the prayer you intend. That prayer is encapsulated in the didge. These cuts E.J. specially selected for use with The Movements.