Grace Collective

Where Creativity Meets Community

Meet
Elissa Kyriacou

Elissa teaches Belly Dance, Flamenco and International Dance classes.

  • Elissa Kyriacou teaches belly dance, flamenco and International dance classes.

    She has toured the world as a dancer and has taught at UCLA, Loyola Marymount University, Santa Monica College, Cal State University Dominguez hills, and West Los Angeles College.

    She is currently teaching at Machatz Self Defense studio located at 12466 Washington boulevard in Culver City.

    In the International dance class students will be introduced to dances from India, Africa, Egypt, Spain, Brazil and Latin america. The International dance class is currently offered on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Machatz Self Defense studio.

    Elissa also teaches private classes and group classes at her studio in Mar Vista.
    Please contact her for more information at (310) 658-7207.

    The class fees are $30 per class.

Meet Master
Shlomo Kapeinikov

Introducing Master Shlomo Kapeinikov, who teaches a unique longevity training culmination, deriving from years of experience in teaching and learning eastern philosophy methods; body mechanics, health and fitness, martial arts and meditation.

  • How to Live a long and healthy life!

    This new program is a culmination of his years experience in teaching and testing eastern philosophy methods; body mechanics, health and fitness, martial arts and meditation.

    “l've combined these techniques into one comprehensive training style. The result is a system that maximizes the individual's ability to develop and strengthen critical muscle groups and promote healing throughout the rest of the body.”

    This program targets chronic pain and aims to eliminate it. Using the ancient Fibonacci Method, I guarantee this program will boost energy and promote well being.

    About Machatz:

    The study of Martial Arts in Machatz form is a fun and invigorating experience. Machatz incorporates many different Martial Art forms into one, all encompassing, self- defense-system. Machatz has a different philosophy as to the progression of the belt system than most other Art forms. We don't require a person to devote at least four years of their life to become a black belt. A black belt can be achieved as early as six months. We do not withhold any knowledge from the student. In addition to the basic moves and principals of Machatz, we teach our students all the movements of the upper belts in the early months of training. Therefore within a short period of time a student develops the knowledge and understanding of an experienced Martial Artist. Our philosophy is that, once you have the Machatz knowledge, its up to you to develop it and strengthen it. We allow our students to come into their own with Machatz, and during that process our staff encourages and supplements the knowledge with extended training. The Machatz concept of Knowledge, Understanding, and Wisdom is a powerful tool that applies to any aspect of life. The philosophy of Machatz allows an individual to find fast and easy solutions to complicated problems. Whether they are personal, financial, or physical.

    Let Machatz show you how easy it is to turn high stress level situations into Zero stress level situations.

    By Appointment Only: Monday - Sunday

    Phone: (310) 266-2245

    12464 Washington Blvd
    Los Angeles, CA 90066

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Meet
Berangere Altier

Photographer. Visit their site here.

  • I am better known in the anglophone world as “Bear”. I was born in Dunkirk France, raised in Paris, Dublin, Bangkok and Hong Kong, and I currently reside in Los Angeles.

    It all started with a fascination in college for film photography, building a darkroom in my own bathroom, learning the process of patience to create the perfect print. However the fast digital world of photography came soon after as I started working as a sports and event and now dance photographer.

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Meet
Angela

Angela Owner and creator of Hemaras Bench

  • Meet Angela, who gave birth to Hemera’s Bench by taking a leap of faith. After a career in design for almost 2 decades, working her way up from an entry-level designer to creative director, she entered the unknown territory of food in pursue of her happiness. "It's been a crazy roller coaster ride, but waking up to a job I love everyday...I wouldn't have it any other way".

    Hemera’s Bench pies are crafted by chefs freshly baked for you and found at Framers Markets in Culver City, South Pasadena, Torrance, Playa Vista, Studio City, Hollywood and Mar Vista. Also found in store at these locations.

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Meet
Natalie Mullaney

Natalie was born and raised in Zimbabwe (formerly known as Rhodesia).  Inspired by her late mother Judith, a teacher and musician with over 35 years of experience in the British and New Zealand schooling systems, Natalie quickly learned the importance of a high quality education with the love of the arts at a young age.

  • Little Jack’s Corner is a Reggio Emilia Inspired in-home preschool located in the quiet hills of Burbank that meets Te Whariki of New Zealand and so many more giants.

    LJC is excited at to offer a 21st Century program for ages 2 to 5 years, where the heart of what they do is to ensure cozy spaces are designed with the child in mind known as “hygge” in Danish. Instilling the learning for a lifetime in each child is at the core of the curriculum, as children are viewed as competent individuals with unlimited potential.

    For more information, please visit LJCBurbank.com and visit Facebook for more Parent Ed resources, our day to day curriculum, and more on our WHY.

HOUSE OF BEN KHAYI

Authentic Moroccan Home Decor

  • OUR STORY

    House Of Ben Khayi is a labor of love. We are dedicated to curating handmade, traditional, and handcrafted Moroccan goods and fashion. We offer a Collection of traditional clothing, textiles, home decor, and other artisanal products that reflect the rich cultural heritage of Morocco. We travel the country selecting unique pieces that we hope to bring joy into your lives.

    OUR MISSION

    We are passionate about craftsmanship and quality. All of our products are carefully crafted by skilled artisans around Morocco, using the finest materials. We believe that attention to detail and quality are what make our hand selected products stand out.

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Meet
Sonia Sharma

Owner and founder of ShipShape MDR, a full-service, maritime concierge company, located in Marina Del Rey.

  • Shipshape MDR offers services from maintenance to cleaning, catering to events, for the boating community; owners and enthusiasts, alike. If you know anyone that wants to elevate their boating experience, please direct them to ShipShape for all their needs.

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Meet
OLIVIA

Olivia is a photographer inspired by the beauty of interactions between loved ones.

  • Olivia is a photographer inspired by the beauty of interactions between loved ones. The New Zealander's passion for writing and photography led her to study Journalism at the University of Washington. She went on to work as a producer for many years in New York City and returned to photography after moving with her family to a small town in Wyoming. Her approach to portraiture is photojournalistic in style and she aims to capture moments that reflect authentic expressions of love in the many forms they take. She now resides in Los Angeles where she offers photo sessions on location or in her small studio.

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Meet
Elishah

Elishah Owner and creator of The Alchemy Goddess

  • The Alchemy Goddess Collective

    Alchemy [al-kuh-mee]:

    A magical power or process of transmuting a common substance, usually of little value, into a substance of great value.

    Goddess [god-is]:

    A female god or deity.A woman of extraordinary beauty and charm. A greatly admired or adored woman.

    Welcome beautiful God/Goddesses. The journey to self-acceptance is a long but important one. While pregnant with my daughter, I created a belly oil. Twice a day I would rub my belly and say “I love and accept myself exactly as I am”. I was saying this to both her and I. I found that throughout my pregnancy I was able to accept the changes that were occurring in my body. What I didn’t realize is that this mantra would help me immensely in the postpartum period when I needed it the most.

    Exactly one month after giving birth the world changed and we were in the midst of a pandemic. I began gifting products to friends who saw results and so my second love was born into the world.

    Each product is formulated while chanting protection mantras, charged under the New Moon, Sunlight and Starlight. After the process is done, they are infused with love with Tibetan singing bowls that will help open up your heart chakra so that you can accept the love that you deserve. The love that begins with you.

    It is my hope that these products will enrich your life as much as they have mine.

    Commit to coming home to yourself today. You are worthy and deserving of all good things. Never forget how valuable you are. It all starts with you.

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