“What do you need in order to feel at home in your body?”

“How does home feel?"

As the concept of home takes on new significance in our individual lives and collective human experience, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore the elements that contribute to feeling at home in our bodies.

Whether moving independently, with others, or within a group setting, Alon and Vanda will guide you through an exploration of the essentials needed to cultivate a sense of home within ourselves and in the dynamic landscape of human connection.

We will use the tools of Feldenkrais bodywork, Dance Movement Therapy, Breathwork, Somatic Movement, Meditation, Music Therapy and the Polyvagal theory in order to explore how to regulate our nervous system, how to feel and find ease in our body, and how to feel safe with others.

We will explore the question of home in our dance, using emotional awareness, authentic movement, solo explorations, playing games and journaling.

Then we'll immerse ourselves in the realm of Soma Groove through a journey within reconnecting, expressing and realigning with deeper parts and aspects of self, as well as the world of Contact Improvisation, exploring a spectrum of engagements, from duos, trios and to a collective dance.

Together, we will delve into the elements essential for feeling safe and connected with our dance partners in Contact Improvisation.

Additionally, we will inquire into what is needed to cultivate a sense of safety, connection and playfulness during a Jam—a collective playground experience where each participant contributes to the shared feeling of home.

According to the group’s needs, Alon and Vanda will introduce techniques of Contact Improvisation, contemporary dance, mindfulness, energy release, musicality, therapy and much more.

Throughout the workshop, there will be dedicated time for sharing and labing insights that emerge during our explorations. On Saturday evening we will have a special free flow JAM.

Time table:

Saturday:

11:00-12:00 Landing/introduction/coming into the body

12:00-13:30 Creating safety through movement, games and bodywork

13:30-14:30 Lunch

14:30-16:30 Dancing our way home - Solo/partnering/journaling

16:30-17:00 Tea/food break

17:00-20:00 Sharing circle + Jam

Sunday:

10:00-11:00 Breathwork & Meditation

11:00-12:30 Bodywork

12:30-13:30 Contact Improvisation - Duos/Trios

14:30-15:30 Lunch

15:30-17:30 Soma Groove meets Contact Improvisation - Group playground experience

17:30-18:00 Sharing and closing circle

Participation:

reserve your slot with pre-payment - either full price or 30€ deposit (non-refundable)

• regular: 118€
• 30€ deposit now, and the remaining until april 19th

Limited Slots.

Find out more about us here:

Alon Ritter

Vanda Sousa