Contact Improvisation & Somatics Workshop

This three-day workshop explored the rich relationship between Contact Improvisation and somatic practices. Led by Serafima, participants investigated how somatic awareness can deepen CI practice and vice versa.

Workshop Focus

The workshop covered:

• Proprioceptive awareness and sensitivity
• Developmental movement patterns as foundations for CI
• Nervous system regulation through touch
• Integration of body-mind approaches into partnering
• Somatic principles from various lineages (BMC, Feldenkrais, Axis Syllabus)

Structure

Each day included:

• Morning somatic explorations and CI fundamentals
• Afternoon partner work and integration
• Evening discussions on application and theory

About the teacher

Serafima’s approach to Contact Improvisation is heavily influenced by her background in somatic practices. Her teaching emphasizes internal awareness, efficiency of movement, and the development of personal research methodologies.

Participant Feedback

“The workshop created a beautiful bridge between my internal awareness practices and the interactive nature of Contact Improvisation. I discovered new pathways for connection both with myself and my partners.” - Workshop Participant