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The Fluid Body: Dynamic Pathways in Continuum Movement


  • Balance Arts Center 51 West 30th Street New York, NY, 10001 United States (map)

Description

In this in-person workshop series, we will explore five dynamic pathways -- waves, spirals, space, pushing, and gravity -- that Continuum practitioners use to access the fluid body. Drop-in for one class that most interests you, or take the whole series. Every class will include a brief orientation to Continuum for participants new to the practice! All level of movement experience welcome.

Continuum Movement (CM) is a somatic practice that combines breath, vocalization (sounding), and intuitive movement to tap into the fluid nature of the body. Modern life—with its impossible work expectations, oppressive structures, and unlivable environments—can disconnect the body from its inherently fluid, lively, and creative state. Through gentle explorations, CM practices teach us to move the body intuitively by listening to the language of sensation, while giving full permission to be guided by pleasure and ease. Unlike other movement modalities that focus on physical form and external technique, Continuum teaches us to slow down and trust the body—regardless of how the movement appears on the outside. Continuum may be of particular interest to people who want to move their bodies in community without pressure or expectation about how the movement “looks.” In Continuum, we generally practice with eyes closed, lying on the floor, and emphasize trust, agency, and empowerment in movement.

Workshop Schedule

Week 1, June 1: Waves

Week 2, June 8: Spirals

Week 3, June 15: Space

Week 4, June 22: Pushing

Week 5, June 29: Gravity

Price

$27 - Drop-in

$105 - 5 Class Series

If cost is prohibitive, please get in touch with the organizer. Limited number of reduced tuition slots available.

What is Continuum Movement?

Continuum Movement (CM) combines breath, body-generated sound, and intuitive movement to explore the human (and more-than-human) experience. Founded by Emilie Conrad in the 1960s, CM practices seek to tap into the fluid nature of the body, enabling intuitive movement from a place of bio-intellgent wisdom, rather than habituated patterning. More information at www.continuummovement.com

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