INTERMEDIATE PROGRAM 2 - WEEK 2 (15-19 July 2024)

Yoga class with Stéphane Bourhis
The teaching of Yoga following the BKS Iyengar methodology is based in depth practice of yoga postures and pranayama (art of breathing), with rigorously, intensity and precision of the body alignments. During the class we gradually explore the outer and the inner geometry of the body in different groups of postures and movements.
Biography Stéphane Bourhis>>

Classical technique class with Douglas Becker
Dance as a central activation of possibility
I propose ballet class as a collaborative setting where new information and knowledge about the moving body, in relationship to form and history, happen in the moment. Barre and center combinations are constructed to rigorously support the study of technique as studio practice, accentuating somatic awareness and attention to the multiple perspectives of dynamics alongside varied spatial concerns. We will work on developing an agile relationship between the head, shoulders, arms and legs; considering ballet as art, as a system, and as "changeable architecture". Attention is given to interior mechanics driven by counterpoint. Throughout the class, extensive attentiveness to the musicality of the form gives insight into the various understandings of tempi and interacting rhythms. Combinations and phrase work change depending on both age and desire within the group.
Biography Douglas Becker>>

Workshop Rosas Repertoire 'Fase' with Yuika Hashimoto
Rosas repertoire: Fase, Four Movements to the Music of Steve Reich
Fase was made in 1982, it has been performed for more than 40 years. There are 4 different parts in the performance. In this workshop we are going to focus first on 2 parts, which are "piano phase" and "come out".
As with the music, the movements are very repetitive, with small variations. We will experience a special journey of phase shifting.
Biography Yuika Hashimoto>>