Contact Improvisation - Class & Jam
Sat, Apr 13
|Gonzaga University, Dance Studios
In this class we will be exploring movement with a partner. We will be finding ways to share weight, listen to our partners, initiate movement and lifts, and connect with other moving bodies. We will look to anatomical and contact improvisational principles to inform physical connection.
Time & Location
Apr 13, 2024, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Gonzaga University, Dance Studios, 1108 N Pearl St, Spokane, WA 99202, USA
Guests
About the event
In this class, we will be exploring contemporary movements with a partner. We will be finding ways to share weight, listen to our partners, initiate movement and lifts, and connect with other moving bodies. We will look to anatomical and contact improvisational principles to inform physical connections to both our partners and the floor. This will be a safe environment where dancers can feel comfortable to explore these concepts. Previous partnering experience is not necessary. Please be aware that physical contact is necessary for the class.
Where will the classes be? Gonzaga University Dance & Theater Studio #103, 1108 N Pearl Street, Spokane. There is plenty of free street parking.
What to expect from class? Classes will be 1.5 hours long. The first portion will cover CI class and the second portion will be a jam to try out what we covered.
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