Hugh is a movement educator and facilitator predominantly focused on C.I. Somatics & Floor work. He has been teaching and performing for over 20 years. He came to the practice of C.I. as a practitioner at a time when he was searching for a deeper sense of connection to dance and movement. Connection to himself, to others and to the passion for movement itself. Contact opened doors for curious exploration from a safe and nourishing environment, and it is this place that feels so much like home yet so exciting and continually evolving that Hugh loves to share in his workshops.
Somatic into Contact Improvisation - Classes
Somatic Contact: Listening to the Dance.
We will take our time to slow down, and from this space tune in to the subtle nuances that allow for clearer & deeper communication within the dance. The gentle sliding of fascia that indicates direction of movement, tuning to a partners’ breath to ‘hear’ their intention, and waiting in stillness together to allow the dance to arise from your shared connection. These are a few of the ideas and principles we will explore in thr sessions. Establishing a space of patience & allowing which gives trust to ourselves, our dancing partners and feeling more fully the nature of improvisation in connection. This can lead to more intensely physical dancing with a high level of attunement.