Tipping describes a shift in momentum: it suggests being off-balance,
invites surrender and promises excitement. How do we approach this
transition safely? Can this exploration foster connection and refine
communication between dancers?

These are some of the questions that unfold in this weekend long workshop
with Joerg Hassmann, a world-wide experienced and passionate contact
improviser.

In the HeART of TIPPing, Joerg sensitively guides a systematic approach to
Contact Improvisation technique within a somatic framework, exploring
developmental movement patterns, the myo-fascial web, and an awareness of
how to regulate our nervous system in solo and group settings.

The weekend offers plenty of dancing and time to take a deep dive, or let
the feet leave the floor! Discover and learn elegant ways to negotiate an
invitation to be lifted, particularly around what happens next and the
choices we have to support each other in the dance.

Beginners are welcome, but some prior familiarity with contact
improvisation jam spaces is highly recommended. Jams around Perth:

* Every Wednesday evening in the city (Details via Facebook Events)
* Some Saturday afternoons in Fremantle (Schedule announced via WhatsApp or Facebook Events)

//Workshop//

Friday 6.30-8:30 pm

Saturday 9:30am-12.30, Break, 2-5pm

Sunday 9:30am-12.30, Break, 2-5pm

Note: Friday's session will be held in Studio 3, Saturday morning in Studio 1, Saturday afternoon and Sunday in Studio 2
Both studios are on the top floor of Kings Street Arts Centre

//Joerg Hassmann//

Joerg is a dancer and passionate movement teacher, deeply interested in learning and the question 'what is it that makes us feel connected?' - on many different levels. He is one of the leading figures in Europe in the field of Contact Improvisation, and has been teaching for more than 25 years, offering training programmes and organising festivals. Having recently moved to Australia, for the last few years he’s been living in Maleny, Qld.

www.joerghassmann.com

//Insights from participants//

"I found the workshop madly intriguing, deeply confronting, childishly playful, spiritually important and ultimately a gateway into a whole new way of interacting with people." (Karl - first time participant)

"For me, Joerg’s classes are a gift, and I'm grateful to have ongoing opportunities to learn with such a highly skilled, passionate, internationally respected teacher and dancer." (Joana - long term practitioner and organiser)

"I felt as if my inner child was allowed to be free and expressive but not at the expense of my adult self. (...) all held in deep safety and care." (Jacinta - first time participant)

//Pricing//

We want everyone to be able to attend! If you wish to learn contact with Joerg but can't afford the workshop, please contact the organiser (jaotago@gmail.com). The ticket pricing has been devised to cover costs of the workshop (labor, venue, etc) and this event is not for profit. If you want to save money, buy your ticket early to receive the earlybird pricing - on or before 9 March 2024.

Food is not included, so please bring your own lunch and snacks for Saturday and Sunday. There will be a break from 12.30-2pm both days to allow for time to nourish our bodies, rest, and return to the class refreshed in the afternoon.

//Get in touch//

If you have any other questions, please contact via email: jaotago@gmail.com

Or send a message to the Contact Improvisation Perth page: https://www.facebook.com/conta...