Gentle body training, dance & relaxation with Ralf Jaroschinski

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10. Apr. 2026 - 10:00 Uhr -
12. Apr. 2026 - 16:30 Uhr

Kiental

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Dance fun for everyone with a professional

In the morning, we start with a detailed physical training programme that begins on the floor and gradually builds up to standing. Our movements gradually become more expansive and dynamic. The exercises are modelled on those of post-modern dance training, they are differentiated and efficient and at the same time gentle and body-friendly: we apply alignment and release principles, i.e. we specifically aim to use muscle groups relevant to movement while the others remain relaxed. This makes this approach to movement complex, but significantly less tiring overall. The training culminates in learning and practising a choreographed dance. We will then dance freely individually, in pairs and in groups - sometimes inspired by specific images or themes, sometimes using improvisation techniques from Authentic Movement and Contact Improvisation, and sometimes simply letting ourselves be guided by the music. In the relaxation phase after dancing, we finally come to rest both externally and internally and effortlessly find our way back to our centre.We will take time to stretch our muscles with pleasure, and after an intuitive meditation orientated towards individual needs and desires, we will become aware of how we have experienced the process in detail.

After a group sharing, we will end each day with a closing ritual tailored to the group.

  • Gentle physical training
  • Learning a choreography
  • Improvisation and free dancing
  • Relaxation and Meditation
  • Exchange and final ritual


Times

Day 1: 10 - 12.30 am / 3 - 6.30 pm
Day 2: 9.30 - 12.30 am / 3 - 6 pm
Day 3: 9.30 - 12.30 / 2.30 - 4.30 pm

Target group

People who want to experience and express themselves through dance. People who want to dance alone and together with others.

Prerequisites

Interest in and enjoyment of basic dance work as well as openness to contact and exchange.

Remark

17 hours

Translation

It is possible to visit this Seminar with translation into English. Other languages may be possible on request. Kientalerhof offers professional translation on request – costs for a translator are:
For 1 course participant CHF 120/day, for 2 course participants CHF 70/day and participant, for 3 course participants CHF 50/day and participant. 4 or more participants CHF 40/day and participant.

Please let us know as early as possible if you need translation: Contact form | +41 33 676 26 76
 

Course Instructor

Course teacher

Ralf JAROSCHINSKI

Training as a graduate stage dancer at the University of Music, Theatre and Media Hanover. Further education in postmodern dance techniques, improvisation and movement composition in New York. Experience with dance theatre, yoga, Indian dance (Bharata Natyam), new dance, alignment, release, contact improvisation (Daniel Lepkoff, Alito Alessi, Martin Keogh, Brenton Cheng, Nancy Stark Smith and others), authentic movement and body-mind-centering® (Margit Nagler and others). Dancer, choreographic assistant and choreographer at various theatres. Director of the dance company of the Hildesheim City Theatre. Development of many choreographies and contact improvisation scores. Collaboration with Ray Chung, Scott Wells, Nita Little, Alicia Grayson, Mirva Mäkinen and others. Since 2004 leading workshops and seminars in alignment, contact improvisation and choreography in dance schools, universities, festivals and dance companies in Europe, North and South America, Asia and Australia.

http://ralfjaroschinski.de

Course costs

CHF 510 (excl. accommodation, meals and tourist tax)

CHF 460 (excl. accommodation, meals and tourist tax). The early bird price is only applicable for a down payment of 20% 14 days after registration and payment of the remaining costs up to 60 days before the seminar begins. Please note sections 8, 20 and 21 of the terms and conditions.


Prices per person for full board and lodging for 2 nightsCHF
ChieneHuus:
Single occupancy of 2-bed-room clay or wood100 with shower/toilet500.00
2-bed-room clay or wood100 with shower/toilet380.00
Kientalerhof:
Single occupancy of 2-bed-room with shower/toilet400.00
1-bed-room with shower/toilet380.00
Single occupancy of 2-bed-room, shower/toilet on floor360.00
2-bed-room with shower/toilet310.00
2-bed-room, shower/toilet on floor290.00
3-bed-room with shower/toilet290.00
3-bed-room, shower/toilet on floor250.00
4-bed-room, shower/toilet on floor230.00

Personal advice

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Arne Wende