CONTACT IMPROVISATION DEEP DIVE WITH MERRICK
Wednesday, Feb 25 from 2:45-5:00pm
Located at private retreat center between Pahoa & Kalapana on the Big Island
Core skills, CI history discussion, movement research, floorwork, and elements of composition & ensemble
Workshop followed by optional potluck, spa, & ecstatic dance
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
In this workshop, we will get to the roots of contact improvisation: core skills, CI history discussion, movement research, floorwork, and elements of composition & ensemble
All levels are welcome. No experience or partner necessary. We will be dancing and researching as a collective. Perfect for both beginners wanting a focused way to learn and advanced practitioners who want to dive deeper into core principles of the form.
Location
Private retreat center between Pahoa & Kalapana on the Big Island. Address and arrival instructors given after you will out the registration form.
Schedule:
Wednesday, Feb 25 from 2:45-5pm
- Arrival: 2:45-3pm
- Workshop: 3-5pm
- Optional potluck: 5-6:30pm
- Ecstatic Dance: 6:30-9pm
- Spa: open 3:30-9:30pm (purchase day pass or month membership)
Pricing
Sliding scale $20-$40
Cash at the door or pre-pay on Venmo here: @merrick-jacob
After the workshop, bring a dish to share for the potluck. We can relax on the land afterwards, enjoy the spa, and/or stay for the weekly ecstatic dance that begins at 6:30pm.
Pre-registration required.
TEACHER
merrick jacob
Merrick Jacob is a lover of movement, continuously in awe of the body and its potential for delightful expression, wild creativity, & authentic connection. Influenced by her practices of contact improvisation, figure skating, acroyoga, and hand-balancing, she guides playful movement experiences as an opportunity for deep listening, research, and co-creation. Merrick teaches & hosts contact across the SF Bay Area and beyond.
photo credit @bengeo.photo
ABOUT CONTACT IMPROVISATION, Agreements, FAQS
First time?
Is it your first time hearing of this movement form? It can be defined in many ways. I love this definition from Ray Chung, “Contact Improvisation is an open-ended exploration of the kinaesthetic possibilities of bodies moving through contact. Sometimes wild and athletic, sometimes quiet and meditative, it is a form open to all bodies and enquiring minds.”
Curious first-timers to experienced dancers are all very welcome!
What happens in class and do I need a partner?
Class is a time to explore themes of weight-sharing, counterbalancing, signaling, listening, and everything in-between in solo, duets, and as a group. Each teacher brings their own unique flavor to the class. No need to come with a partner. The teacher will facilitate pairing people together and switching partners throughout the class.
What's a jam?
This is an opportunity to continue researching your movement & relational curiosities that sparked from class or just to enjoy sharing creative movement space together. Dance, witness, investigate, have fun. Come & go as you please with care.
Additional resources and class agreements
Want to read more about CI? Here’s a good resource to start, and please make sure to review our class agreements before attending.
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