Movement is the most accessible component to an individual. The way we walk, sit or watch contain, in themselves, an infinity of information regarding our past, our present and our potentials. By incorporating intelligent motor schemes we release negative tensions, emotions and thoughts. In a world that bombs us with ready-made ideas and images, our body is a living archive and the only honest forward indicator. Feeling good in your own skin starts from knowing and mastering our bodies. Freedom of movement is fluidity and freedom of thought.

Increasingly more adults turn to contemporary dance classes or other educational body practices to release accumulated tensions and correcting unhealthy habits. The “We Move The World” workshop aims at educating a new generation to mentain and cultivate its body intelligence, creativity and curiosity specific to childhood.

“When a child plays, he puts the entire capacity of mastering and influencing reality into function.” (Jean Piaget)

Throughout these 5 classes we will build a different world together, that we will present to parents and to everyone interested in what a kids’ world means.

Alexandra Bălășoiu graduated from the University of Theatrical Arts and Cinematography in Bucharest, the Choreography section in 2014, her graduation performance, “acum”, being awarded with the Prize for Best Choreography.

Over time, she had access to a wide variety of styles and approaches that have influenced her professional path. Under Raluca Ianegic and Valentina de Piante’s guidance throughout university studies she became gradually attached to somatic practices such as Body Mind Centering (BMC) or Feldenkrais and has developed her own style that involves improvisation, emotions and questioning.

In 2013 she presented “1-1” in eXplore dance festival #8, as part of the RO Platform. She was recently selected by the 4 Culture Association for a Life Long Burning Wild Card and took part in the ex.e.r.ce master program at CNN Montpellier, throughout the duration of an intensive workshop held by Deborah Hay and DD Dorvillier. Over time, she participated in workshops held by artists such as Baris Mihci, Lola Keraly, Alessio Castellacci, Francesco Scavetta, Inaki Azpillaga and Sergiu Matis.

As a performer, she was part of “0002 | birdville”, “Dispatched”, “0001_The Dream Factory” and the “Silent Places” short film (choreography: Simona Deaconescu), “Nu știu” (choreography: Andreea Belu), “Skinned – o expoziție vie” (concept: Alexandra Gîrbea), “Regina de Gheață” (choreography: Ruxandra Chelaru), “Birthday Suit” (choreography: Anita Polici), “The Man Parted The Sea To Devour The Water” (choreography: Silviu Mititelu), “Everything Is Connected” (choreography: Ana Iorga).

In her teaching practice, she aims to provide access to what was regarded as essential in her personal and professional development. When working with people as a choreographer or as a teacher, she aims to create a context in which they can explore ideas / questions / principles with freedom and courage, over which she guides their attention.

Useful information:
Module of 5 classes/group.
Enrollment tax: 150 LEI.

Payment will be made in the first day of class.

Classes are held Saturdays and Sundays, from 11:00-12:00, as below:

• group 1 (6-10 years old): November 15, 22, 29 and December 6 and 13, 2014

• group 2 (6-10 years old): November 16, 23, 30 and December 7 and 14, 2014

Apply at: contact@waspmagazine.com, with the e-mail subject: Contemporary Dance Workshop for Kids Enrollment.
Deadline: November 14, 2014.