INSTRUCTOR: Roxy Eguia
WHEN: Saturday, July 19, 2025, 11:00 A.m
WHERE: Gathering Hall at Herff Farm
COST: $15 Donation
Join us for Funky Fungi, a joyful, movement-filled dance class for kids ages 3–10 that brings the magical mushroom life cycle to life through dance. In this imaginative and educational class, children will warm up with energetic stretches before diving into the fascinating world of fungi one dance move at a time!
We’ll journey through each stage of the mushroom life cycle:
🍄 Spore Release: Twirl, float, and spin like drifting spores on the wind.
🌱 Hyphae Germination: Wiggle and sprout from the forest floor with small, quick movements that grow into standing tall.
🌐 Mycelium Growth: Connect and flow as we join hands to become a living, growing web of mycelium beneath the surface.
🌟 Fruiting Body Formation: Burst forth with expressive, transformative movements to become fully grown mushrooms!
At the end of the class, we’ll perform our complete mushroom life cycle dance and cool down with gentle, calming stretches. Whether your little one is a budding dancer or a curious nature explorer, this whimsical experience is sure to be a spore-tacular time!
No dance experience necessary—just comfy clothes, creativity, and a love for movement and mushrooms!
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Roxy Eguia is a dynamic and passionate advocate for water, fungi, native plants, and creative expression. As a graduate student in Water Resource Science at Texas A&M San Antonio, she explores the intersection of biotechnology and regenerative design to benefit society. In her role as a Small Business Opportunities Specialist for the San Antonio Water System, she supports local businesses in adopting sustainable water practices. Additionally, Roxy is a Mycology Lab steward at CTMS Gardopia, where she cultivates a deep appreciation for mushrooms and their ecological significance. She is particularly fascinated by mycoremediation and aquatic fungi's potential in Texas watersheds, and she frequently hosts events on mushroom cultivation, foraging, mycoremediation, and culinary uses. Roxy's work emphasizes the profound connections between water, flora, and fungi, celebrating the rich heritage of Texas, Mexico, and Indigenous cultures.