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Contact Improvisation is a form of dance that emphasizes physical connection and improvisation. It is a non-competitive and non-goal-oriented practice that allows you to explore the relationship, led by gravity, of your body and your partner's body in a safe and supportive environment.
Our aim with this project is to introduce youth workers to the technique of contact improvisation, and its potential in youth work. By working with movement and physical touch, we believe that it can have a positive impact on mental health, personal growth and involvement in society.
We recognize that dominant social structures often limit and stigmatize physical contact, which is why we want to offer a new understanding and practice through this project. Our goal is to foster mutual communication, awareness, empathy, inclusion, and self-reflection.
Through the methodology presented, we also hope to encourage the questioning and breaking down of social stigmas, exploring various communication opportunities, expanding experiential learning through physical practices, and discovering the many physical, emotional, and psychological benefits of physical touch.
Introducing Youth Workers to the Benefits of Contact Improvisation in Youth Work
Participation
This project is designed for youth workers, trainers, educators, NGO leaders, mental health professionals, etc. who are willing to...
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challenge themselves and understand the multifaceted world of our psychophysical functioning by embracing the practice of Contact Improvisation
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explore the expressive potential of the body through technical and philosophical practice of Contact improvisation,
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spend time outdoors for physical activities, no matter the weather,
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gather new tools and inspirations for their work and activities with youngsters,
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commit fully to the program, be open, curious and adaptive.
Who can apply?
We aim to have 30 participants from Italy, Slovenia, France, Germany, Spain, Czechia, Romania and Latvia.
Participants must be over 18 years old and have a communicative level in English so that they can participate fully in the program.
Important notice before applying:
The training course is open to people of all ages and experience levels. However, being open and interested in investigating this approach is important. We expect you to participate in the whole program. It means coming later or leaving earlier is not possible. Also, prepare for an intensive experience with at least 6 hours of physical activities every day!
Our work primarily centres around somatic movement practices and Contact Improvisation principles. Participants must be comfortable with giving and receiving touch as a means of learning.
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