Movement as Medicine: Exploring the Class with Jaycee Gossett

Join Ailey Jolie and Jaycee Gossett, movement artist and founding teacher of The Class, on this episode of In This Body. The conversation explores embodiment as a lifelong practice, the evolution from performance-based movement to somatic healing, and how the body can become a portal to truth, compassion, and vitality. Jaycee shares her personal journey through competitive dance, burnout, and reconnection—offering insight into how movement, breath, and intentional practice can shift both inner and outer landscapes. The episode also speaks to the power of community, agency, and somatic presence as tools for transformation. We hope you enjoy the episode.In this episode:03:04 – Personal Journey to Embodiment06:03 – The Impact of Dance on Self-Connection09:06 – Exploring Different Movement Practices11:57 – Collective Healing Through Movement14:50 – Understanding the Class Structure and Philosophy20:58 – Navigating Pain and Discomfort in Practice24:03 – Liberation Through Movement30:41 – Clairvoyance and Body Awareness34:44 – Cultivating Self-Compassion Through Movement38:17 – The Power of CommunityYou can read the show transcript here.To find out more about Jaycee:Find: Website Follow: Instagram Explore: The Class Experience: Retreats Use code INTHISBODY for 20% off a year of any subscription tier of The Class Digital Studio!Learn more about Ailey Jolie:Find: WebsiteFollow: InstagramExplore: SubstackExperience: Insight TimerEmail: [email protected] follow along with the In This Body podcast:Follow: InstagramFind: WebsiteEmail: [email protected] more about Ailey Jolie:Find: WebsiteFollow: InstagramExplore: SubstackExperience: Insight TimerSign up: InBodyMethodEmail: [email protected] follow along with the In This Body podcast:Follow: InstagramFind: WebsiteEmail: [email protected]