Bartenieff Fundamentals
Bartenieff Fundamentals sm
I design and run introductory and pre-requisite courses that prepare interested people for entrance into Professional Certification Training programs with Laban/Bartenieff Somatic Studies International/Canada (LSSC) and Laban/Bartenieff Institute for Movement Studies (LIMS), New York.
I have 2 formats to cover the 15 hour pre-requisite material, Intensive Weekend and Modular Evening.
Introduction to Bartenieff Fundamentals sm
As a somatic practice, Bartenieff Fundamentals sm focuses on movement as a process of deepening sensory awareness. This approach enhances self awareness and personal growth. Regular practice of Bartenieff Fundamentals supports the development of dynamic alignment, coordination, strength, flexibility, mobility, kinesthetic awareness and expression, as well as aids in the reduction of physical injuries and increases our ability to cope with stress.
Practicing Bartenieff Fundamentals facilitates ease, efficiency and expression in movement.
In a 15 hour introductory course we explore the global themes of Exertion/Recuperation, Stability/Mobility, Function/Expression, Inner/Outer. When you learn the basic 6 movement sequences you will discover relationships between: Developmental Patterns and our movement experience; The breath and core support; Kinetic Chains involved in movement initiation and sequencing; Centres of gravity/levity; Shifts of weight and dynamic alignment.
By connecting with the internal processing of our movement experience we gain greater understanding of how we live in the world, and what choices are available to us to live in the world differently.
Exploring and moving from our sensing bodies as home, enables us to express more clearly our shared and lived experiences.
The knowledge and skills gained in this introductory course are easily integrated into the teaching or practice of dance, Yoga, Pilates Fitness training, and any body/mind practice.
“Movement rides on the flow of breath.”
- Irmgard Bartenieff
Next Session
Format: Weekend Intensive or Modular
Schedule and Fees (includes all handouts): $375 + HST
a $50.00 nonrefundable registration fee is due a week before the course starts.
Date: Friday March 23, 2012, 5:30 – 8:30
Saturday March 24, 2012, 10 – 5
Sunday March25, 2012, 11 – 4
Location: Bosnar Centre for Health, 2462 Yonge Street, Toronto call 416 487 9056
