Confidence and Grace: 

2days Contact improvisations(CI) dance workshop for BEGINNER Lv. 24-25th June

 

Experience the magic of Contact Improvisation(CI), cultivate a deeper understanding of this practice, and liberate yourself in this free-form movement with our immersive 2-day CI workshop

 

✅Have you ever felt that you want to go dancing and enjoy yourself with others, but feel intimidated or scared?

✅Have you ever felt weird and awkward and don’t know what to do, or how to move your body on the dance floor, and CI(contact) jam?

✅You are a pretty good dancer by yourself, but you still don’t get the “contact dancing” with others?

✅have you ever felt that you don’t want to dance with someone or you want to create a different dynamic but didn’t know how to communicate on the dance floor and ended up feeling exhausted after the dance?

✅You kind of "know" how to dance CI, but want to have stronger foundations, level up your skills, and go beyond just touching and rubbing with other dancers?

✅Have you ever envied looking at somebody on the dance floor and wishing to dance like her or him and wondering what their secret is?

✅Have you ever wondered what contact improvisation actually is, and why people are drawn into this practice?
 

if you answer YES to the questions above, then this workshop is definitely for you!!

Contact improvisation(CI) is a dance form that emphasizes movement, touch, and communication between dancers. In a 2-day workshop, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in this exciting and dynamic practice, learning new skills and techniques that will allow you to explore your body's movement potential and connect with others in new and meaningful ways. You'll learn how to communicate with other dancers, create different dynamics, and learn how to let go of your envy and embrace your own unique style, and dance with confidence and grace on the dance floor as well as in life!! come and dance with us.

 

 

in this 2 days BEGINNER’s workshop, you can expect

⚪On the first day

-Definition of Contact Improvisation

-Safety and consentment of the practice

-Dance improvisation

-Building a strong foundation for CI by sharing essential element 

-Rolling & sliding

-Listening & tuning into your body, and partner’s 

-Importance of how to connect with yourself and others on the dance floor

-Developing your body sensitivity and awareness.

 

⚪On the second day, 

-Delving deeper into the technical aspects of the dance

-Covering the basics of falling and using it as a basis for your dance

-Exploring different types of lifting at different levels

-Learning ways to get in and out of variations of lifting safel

-How to safely build a lift, in order to lift partners without any extra effort

Through a combination of guided exercises, group improvisations, and individual exploration, you will learn to listen to your body's impulses, respond to the movements of others, and move with greater freedom and ease. You will also learn to trust your instincts and develop your own unique style and approach to contact improvisation.

 

After the workshop, you will have

💡how to express yourself in your movement

💡deeper understanding of the principles and techniques for CI at all levels.

💡strong foundation for movement and implementing it in your dance 

💡the way of communicating and interacting in the dance floor with more Confidence & grace

In addition to the physical benefits of the practice, contact improvisation can also be a powerful tool for building community, fostering communication and collaboration, and developing greater empathy and understanding for others. By joining a 2-day workshop, you will be joining a community of dancers who are passionate about this exciting and transformative practice, and who are committed to supporting one another on their journey of self-discovery and growth.

So if you are looking to expand your experience, connect with others in new and meaningful ways, and explore the limitless potential of your body and mind, then a Confidence & grace 2-day contact improvisation workshop is the perfect opportunity for you

Well, at the end of the day, that's all we need in our dance; Confidence & grace!!

and in our life as well:)

 

⚫When & Where:

24-25th June(Sat-Sun) 2days

11am - 5pm (1hour lunch & pool break in between)

Bali, Ubud(Location will be sent to participants who register)​

 

⚫Price:

2mil  (First 7 sign-ups)

2.3mil (Standard)

1.3mil(one day only, but we recommend to participate two full day for you to take the best out of it)

 

⚫What to bring:

Comfortable, Long sleeves shirts and pants to cover your elbows and knees(extra clothes to change)

Knee pads are highly recommended(you can buy it in workshop)

Water bottle

Open heart & curiosity

 

⚫Meet our Facilitator

 The facilitators will provide modifications and progressions to accommodate different levels of experience and skill. This workshop will focus on building a strong foundation for the dancer at any level, ensuring that all participants can learn and progress at their own pace.

The workshop will not only provide participants with a deeper understanding of contact improvisation but also equip them with the skills necessary to dance it safely and confidently.

 

Roman Singh 

Roman is a highly experienced and skilled contact improvisation instructor with over 12 years of teaching experience. He has a proven track record of excellence in both teaching open-level classes and working with professional choreographers. Roman's contributions to the global dance community are innumerable, having orchestrated over 50 contact festivals and countless workshops across the world over the past five years. 

Roman's approach is characterized by a deep-rooted understanding of the psychological nuances that underpin the practice of contact improvisation, which enables him to connect with his students on a deeper level. He is a consummate professional with a passion for teaching, committed to guiding dancers of all levels toward realizing their full potential.

 

Fay yeoun Kim

Fay has a diverse background in ballet, contemporary, and Korean traditional dance as a performer in her youth. With a passion for movement and self-expression, Fay discovered the beauty and liberation of contact improvisation and has been drawn to practice for the past five years.

For her, contact dance is not just a physical practice but a way to dive into the unknown, surrender, and truly liberate herself. She values the profound impact that contact improvisation has on life - from the ability to listen, tune into herself, communicate and interact with others. With a wealth of performance experience and a deep understanding of the art form, Fay is excited to share her passion and skills with others, and guide them on their own journey of discovery through contact improvisation.