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What is Dance Alchemy?

Dance Alchemy is a way back into calm when life feels overwhelming.

It quiets mental noise by reconnecting you with the natural intelligence of your body.

No choreography.
No mirrors.
No judgment.

Just movement as medicine — and transformation.

Your body already remembers the way home.

Meet the Instructor

Kristen Mangione is the founder of Dance Alchemy for the Soul and a professional dancer and educator with over 25 years of experience in movement, meditation, and embodiment practices.

Her work bridges art and mindfulness, supporting people in quieting the mind, awakening presence, and reconnecting with the wisdom of the body.

Kristen has worked and presented internationally at institutions including The Juilliard School, American Ballet Theatre, Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, and The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, and has shared her work with global audiences across five continents.

The Proof is in the Feeling...

"I loved the eyes closed experiences to allow my mind to settle and my body and intuition to take over."

Leah

"This is a huge boost to my confidence, and I can feel it spilling over into other areas of my life."

Donna

"This has helped me so much! I’m an introvert by nature, but here I felt accepted and empowered."

Tara

"I felt accepted, empowered, and stronger — like I could finally be myself."

Deborah

“It was freeing to move, reflect, and rediscover joy again."

Sarah

“All the answers were in me — I just needed gentle guidance to see them.”

Chisato

Let your body lead the way, just for a moment

Use your breath, visualization, and movement to quiet your mind.

There’s no focus on how it looks — only on what you feel.

You don’t need to get it right.

Simply let your body respond to the cues.

Notice what begins to shift in your breath, your energy, and your awareness.

In just a few minutes, the weight of your thoughts starts to lift.

You don’t need to be ready. You just need to begin.

Move out of Your Head — Into Your Body
A 10-Minute Dance Alchemy Reset

If you’ve been feeling disconnected or caught in your head lately, you’re not alone.

So many of us are searching for a way back to ease, flow, and presence —
and that’s exactly what this simple practice opens.

You Might Be Here Because…

You spend most of your day in your head — overthinking, planning, or replaying conversations
You feel tense or disconnected from your body and long to feel grounded again
Meditation feels too still or difficult to maintain, and you wish there were another way to find calm
You miss the feeling of flow, joy, or creativity you once had
You sense something deeper in you wants expression, but you’re not sure how to begin

What’s Waiting on the Other Side...

A greater sense of calm and clarity — like your body and mind are finally on the same page
Feeling more grounded, open, and connected to yourself
The release of tension and emotional heaviness through simple, fluid movement
Renewed energy, presence, and gentle confidence in your body
A glimpse of how Dance Alchemy can help you feel alive, creative, and at peace again

Why it works
The Science Behind Movement

Research continues to affirm what the body already knows:

Movement supports healing, clarity, and emotional balance.

Here’s what studies show about dance and mindful motion:

Improves Mood & Reduces Stress
Gentle, regular movement lowers anxiety and depression while supporting serotonin and dopamine — the brain’s natural mood regulators.
Boosts Memory & Focus
Dance-based practices are shown to improve attention, memory, and cognitive flexibility across all ages.
Supports Emotional Regulation
Rhythmic and expressive movement engages brain networks tied to empathy, resilience, and nervous system regulation.
Builds Body Awareness & Confidence
Moving with attention restores a sense of safety and presence in the body, strengthening self-trust over time.