Dance Improvisation & Body Awareness Workshop: fluid and grounded conversations
10 January, 14h – 17h
Studio Jojiinc, rue de la Glaciere 18, Brussels
These workshops are open to anyone interested in exploring movement as a way to deepen body awareness, improve mobility and enjoy dancing in connection with others. The workshops offer an original blend of dance practices, combining contemporary dance, elements of Body-Mind Centering®, relaxation and mindfulness techniques,as well as capoeira, and a pinch of partnered styles such as forró, tango, and fusion dance.
Objectives:
- To unwind and enjoy improvised movement — with or without prior dance experience
- To deepen body awareness
- To develop connection with dance partners
- To learn techniques from various dance and movement forms and apply them in improvisation
- To stay active while having fun and sharing enjoyable moments
Workshop 1: Capoeira tools for enhancing improvised movement and fluidity by Finhinho
Capoeira angola is the traditional, more ritualistic style of capoeira. Its games are full of symbolic movements, subtle strategy, and deep musical and philosophical expression. It emphasizes slow, deliberate movements and acrobatic elements, close-to-the-ground play, and rich cultural traditions. Its focus on rhythm, improvisation, and the fluid interaction between players creates a shared language of movement that highlights connection between participants and creativity.
This workshop will introduce participants to the foundational concepts and movements of Capoeira Angola, offering tools to expand their movement vocabulary and enhance improvisational expression. It is open to all, welcoming movers, dancers and non-dancers of every level and background.
Workshop 2: Grounded conversations – partnered dance and shared awareness by Agnieszka
In this workshop, we’ll take a few key elements from the first session—rhythm, fluidity, and responsive movement—and use them to build clear, practical dance-improvisation dialogues with partners.
We’ll begin with somatic work from the feet onward, using simple exercises to develop grounded, full-body awareness. From there, we’ll move into partnered explorations that use call-and-response, shared timing, and active listening. The focus is on keeping the flow going between partners and creating improvised dances that feel connected and alive.
You’re welcome to join this workshop on its own, but participating in both sessions will give you a deeper and more integrated experience.
Programme
Programme maybe subject to change.
Saturday
14:00 – Workshop 1: Capoeira tools for enhancing improvised movement and fluidity by Finhinho
15:20 – Break and refreshments
15:40 – Workshop 2: Grounded conversations – partnered dance and shared awareness by Agnieszka
Registration
Prices:
Until 1 December, 12:00
Online presale: 15 EUR for both workshops
Bring a friend presale: 23 EUR for two people for both workshops
As of 1 December 12:01 until 9 January 18:00
One workshop: 15 EUR
Both workshops: 25 EUR
Bring a friend promo: 40 EUR for two people for both workshops
At the door (cash only):
one workshop: 20 EUR
both workshops: 40 EUR
Bring a friend promo: 60 EUR for two people for both workshops
Number of places is limited.
Facilitators
Agnieszka Pietruczuk
Agnieszka lives and dances in Brussels. She began dancing at the age of five, starting with ballet training before transitioning to contemporary dance. She completed years of training in contemporary dance with a two-year instructor program, after which she received a diploma as a contemporary dance instructor, certified by the Polish Ministry of Culture. Additionally, she practises forró and capoeira, exploring the rich diversity of movement and expression. From experimenting with various techniques to immersing herself in different dance forms, movement has always been central to her life.
Finhinho (Gaspar Galaz) is a capoeirista from Chile who’s been training capoeira angola since 2014. Over the years, he’s traveled all over Europe for Capoeira Angola festivals, learning from a bunch of mestres and contra-mestres along the way. He’s been sharing his passion by teaching young people in Brussels and nearby areas.
Contact
Got any questions, suggestions, or want to collaborate? Contact Agnieszka at atworkagnieszka @ gmail.com.