Holistic Dance

Transformation through Dance, Movement & Touch

 
Holistic Dance Teachers Training Programme (with Certificate) with Sabine Parzer

 
The Holistic Dance Teachers Training is accredited by ISMETA (International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy Association). The Teachers Training focuses on the holistic aspects of dance, movement and touch. Exploring the sensitivity of our inner body (soma) and the mobility of our outer body (physis) creates a relational field that promotes health, resilience and development.

 
The intimate exploration of and with the BodyMind enables profound relationships with self, others and space/environment/spirit. By exploring our own creative process of embodiment, we gain access to the pedagogy we need to teach these approaches and share them with others.

 
The Holistic Dance Teachers Training is designed for people working in artistic, therapeutic, educational, social or medical fields and professions who are interested in creative, embodied and transformative learning. Participants are welcome to attend both for their individual development and as professional training. This training is open to everyone, regardless of age, identity, origin or professional background.

 
The Teachers Training offers trauma-sensitive approaches through dance, movement and touch and is not a substitute for psychotherapy.

 
The Concept
The Holistic Dance Teachers Training focuses on the holistic aspects of dance, movement and touch. Exploring the depth of our inner body (soma) and the mobility of our outer body (physis) creates a relational field that we call the BodyMind. The intimate exploration of and with the BodyMind enables rich relationships with self, others and space/environment/spirit. By exploring our own creative process of embodiment, we gain access to the pedagogy we need to teach these approaches and share them with others.

 
Content:

We offer an interdisciplinary approach incorporating elements of:

 
– Contemporary dance improvisation
– Authentic Movement Plus/dance therapy
– Movement in Touch/Contact Improvisation
– Somatics (based on Systemic & Integrative Movement Education®, Visionary Craniosacral Work, Fascial Release and Feldenkrais principles)
– Ecosomatics

 
The Holistic Dance Teachers Training focuses on:

– Individual, creative embodiment processes
– Learning through solo, duet and group processes
– Integrating the content into participants’ professional fields
– In-depth study through physical, anatomical, psychological, interactive and pedagogical processes

 
Teaching Materials:

– Handouts and related articles
– Reading list and on-site library
– Video and audio materials

 
Training Structure
6 modules: 5 modules of 5 days each and a 6-day final module.
Each module places particular emphasis on a specific quality/method; however, all forms/methods are practised and integrated throughout all modules. The first half of the training is dedicated to the personal embodiment process. In the second half, the focus shifts towards integrating personal process with pedagogy and theory. All teaching situations invite an interactive and multidimensional learning style.

 
Who Is This Training For?
The Holistic Dance Teachers Training is designed for people working in artistic, therapeutic, educational, social or medical fields and professions who are interested in creative, embodied and transformative learning. The training is intended for people who wish to deepen their understanding of the potential and healing qualities of the BodyMind in dance, movement and touch, and to integrate this approach into their personal and professional lives. The training is open to everyone, regardless of age, gender, origin or background.

 
Prerequisites
At least 1 year of experience in dance, movement or bodywork in therapeutic, artistic or personal-development settings, such as contemporary dance, Authentic Movement, dance therapy, Contact Improvisation, body-oriented psychotherapy or psychology, martial arts such as Aikido and Tai Chi, yoga and/or bodywork such as Feldenkrais®, Alexander Technique®, Grinberg, Shiatsu or similar methods.
Participation in at least 1 open workshop.

 
Certification

The following requirements must be met to receive a certificate from the Holistic Dance Institute:
– Participation in all 6 workshops. If a module is missed, the content may be made up as part of another workshop; additional fees apply.
– Participation in a Holistic Dance peer group on at least 9 occasions, for a minimum of 3 hours each time. The peer groups are formed during the Teachers Training and are self-organised.
– 25 hours of independently organised teaching incorporating Holistic Dance content, plus 2 written reports on these teaching hours (2 pages per report).
– 2 supervision sessions with a supervisor from the Holistic Dance Institute (additional fees apply).
– A movement journal kept for the duration of the training.

Participants may complete all certification requirements within 3 years of starting the Holistic Dance Teachers Training.

 
Outcome
As a certified Holistic Dance teacher, you can:

– Register directly with ISMETA as an Associate Somatic Movement Professional (ASMP) upon presentation of your Holistic Dance certificate.
– Teach holistic dance workshops and individual sessions using the forms offered in the Holistic Dance Teachers Training, based on your own professional judgement and under your own responsibility.
– Integrate all experiences and teachings into your own practice or profession.