Friday 25 April (Anzac Day):

10:00-13:00 morning session at Burringbar hall

13:00-14:00 lunch (bring own lunch. Snacks and tea will be provided)

14:00 - 16:00 afternoon session at Burringbar hall

Saturday 26 April

10:30-12:00 morning session at BEACH (location to be confirmed)

12:00-13:30 lunch (bring own lunch)

13:30- 16:30 afternoon session and closing at Burringbar hall

(*Attending one day only is not possible due to the continuous nature and ongoing built context and information provided in the workshop)

This 2 day workshop is for all dance and movement lovers who like to dive into movement analysis with the aim of moving their body with more effortlessness, ease, joint congruity and knowledge of martial arts concepts. The two days will be a container and space where movement research and experiential anatomy merge, offering a deeper understanding of the body in motion through the lens of the dancing body. We will learn basic martial arts principles, do partner exercises and hands-on exercises, there will be anatomy theory and we will dissect movement motives and patterns that ultimately will result in a longer dance phrase to be completed by the end of the workshop.

Come, be curious and explore:) There is no performative pressure at in this workshop. Everyone is in their own laboratory with their own body. The workshop is for all levels, a general skill of coordination would be of benefit though. Curiosity, genuine interest and joy in nerding out with the group is the only pre-requisite. Dissecting movements and becoming more fluid, effortless, efficient and relaxed in your movement are the goal which automatically lead to heightened body awareness and ultimately to injury prevention as well.