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
The teacher: 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.
From body awareness to creativity – playing with skeletal system
This workshop invites you to explore movement and connection through the body’s internal structure, using the skeletal system as a starting point for awareness and creativity. The work is guided through hands-on exploration, partner practice and structured challenges, creating an accessible way to bring new movements, precision and playfulness into the dace.
Built on trust: Listening & communications with a dance partner
This workshop focuses on developing practical skills for clear, embodied communication in partnered dance. We will explore how to listen through the body, recognize subtle cues, and respond with sensitivity rather than anticipation. Through breath-based awareness, eye contact, guided touch, leading and following with care, we will practice giving and receiving invitations, respecting boundaries, and taking responsibility for a partner’s safety. Working in pairs, trios, and as a whole group, we will strengthen trust, presence, and adaptability — essential tools for dancing with others in an attentive, supportive, and grounded way.
Program
- 19:00 – 20:15 workshop: From body awareness to creativity – playing with skeletal system,
- 20.15 – 20.45 social dance,
- 20:45 – 22.00 workshop: Built on trust: Listening & communications with a dance partner