Dear dancers, 5Rhythms is more than just a dance practice, it's a community that transcends all barriers, including those of culture and politics. I am amazed at how people from all walks of life, with different beliefs and political affiliations, come together to celebrate the beat and the movement. What unites us is the joy of dance and the desire to explore our bodies and connect with others in a safe and welcoming space. We learn to find our strength and be autonomous! 5Rhythms has been a transformative experien ...Continue Reading

Hello dancer, It was the beginning of this century that I got the desire to meet Gabrielle Roth in person. Who is this woman and what is it like to dance with her? In a rash moment, I bought a return ticket Amsterdam - San Francisco and booked a workshop with her. After dancing a weekend I was convinced; this woman knows how to guide a group of dancers to ecstasy and freedom. After this experience I had the opportunity to meet her many times and every event is still burned into my heart and soul. Inspiring, challengin ...Continue Reading

Hello dancer , It was the beginning of this century that I got the desire to meet Gabrielle Roth in person. Who is this woman and what is it like to dance with her? In a rash moment, I bought a return ticket Amsterdam - San Francisco and booked a workshop with her. After dancing a weekend I was convinced; this woman knows how to guide a group of dancers to ecstasy and freedom. After this experience I had the opportunity to meet her many times and every event is still burned into my heart and soul. Inspiring, challengi ...Continue Reading

Dear danser, Celebrating vacations is great, but teaching and dancing 5Rhythms is even better! I am very happy to start again with the weekly 5Rhythms evenings in Rotterdam. Wednesday, 14 September grande opening! Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 October 2022 there is an inspiring Heartbeat weekend in Rotterdam. Early bird until 15 September. Check out everything below. Hope to see you on the dance floor. Ron Hagendoorn Check the weekly updated calendar for an overview of events in Europe. *the Human Heart (Waves & HB) S ...Continue Reading

“The only way out is through.” This wisdom applies particularly to our emotions. When we shut out our emotional life we become tired and perhaps even burn out. The dance floor is a wonderful place to awaken our emotional life in a safe and playful way. On Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 October there is a new Waves & Heartbeat weekend in Rotterdam (NL). Everyone is welcome. Especially anyone who only does two-hour dance sessions. Broaden your experience and discover what depth a weekend can bring. I still remember moment ...Continue Reading

Hello dancer, This coming weekend we are dancing in Rotterdam. A great workshop about anger, intimacy and love. Without access to healthy dosed anger, our boundaries are easily crossed. Dance with us and discover the power of the 5Rhythms Heartbeat map. Last minute bookings are welcome. Read more or * sign up*. Want to try out what 5Rhythms can do for you? The Wednesday night in Rotterdam is a great place to try it out. Usually with 50 or more dancers and a great atmosphere. We are motivated to bring you the best ex ...Continue Reading

Hello dancer, In this letter you will find an overview of my program for the coming months. For the workshop Anger, Intimacy & Love in Rotterdam and Resilience in Bucharest there is an early bird discount until May 31. It is with great pleasure that I announce a powerful Heartbeat workshop in Rotterdam (NL). In Heartbeat workshops we bring the essential emotions in motion. No drama but movement, strenght and healing. Wherever you are, I warmly welcome you on all dancefloors. Ron Hagendoorn Check the weekly upda ...Continue Reading

Hello dancer, People sometimes ask me what spirituality is. I have experienced the first breath of my son, and the last breath of my father and mother. Spirit is breath. Everyone is spiritual, although some people are more aware of it than others. The power of 5Rhythms certainly helps you discover the relentless spiritual power of life. Within yourself and with each other as a group. It is with great pleasure that I announce a powerful Heartbeat workshop in Rotterdam (NL). In Heartbeat workshops we bring the essentia ...Continue Reading

Dear Dancer, This year will go down in the books as the year with far fewer workshops. And yet we make the best of it time and time again. Dancing, falling down and getting back up is the movement that many have done with me! I am working on powerful new 5Rhythms initiatives that I will invite you to in the coming year. At the end of this year, it's time for a thank you! Thank you to all the people who keep inviting me to teach, thank you to the team in Rotterdam who make the weekly classes a great success, and of co ...Continue Reading

Dear dancer, I love the staccato rhythm. I have learned so much over the past decades. This Anger, Intimacy & Love Heartbeat workshop is created from my heart. In this rhythm we distinguish between the shadow and the light. Seen from the light, staccato is a clear, powerful, direct message, aimed at defending what we hold dear. It is never aimed at destruction and remains connected to our feelings. In the shadows this rhythm is destructive and all contact with ourselves is absent. The light of staccato connects, ...Continue Reading