Spanda — Contact Improvisation Intensive, Dharamsala

About this event

Spanda is a Contact Improvisation Intensive with Áron Kiss, returning to Dharamsala this October. This immersive program is a deep dive into the foundations, principles, and mechanics of Contact Improvisation, while also exploring how these practices can deepen awareness, compassion, and relationship with one another and with nature. Through movement, meditation, listening, and attention, participants investigate how dance can become a form of inquiry, a way of exploring the unknown and moving with trust in the face of uncertainty. The intensive draws on a variety of tools including Contact Improvisation techniques, somatic practices, meditation and awareness practices, and improvisational movement exploration, exploring how these tools can support participants not only on the dance floor but also in everyday life. The program is open level and welcomes everyone regardless of previous experience in Contact Improvisation. Daily schedule: 10:30-13:00 Contact Improvisation Workshop, 13:00-14:30 Lunch Break, 14:30-16:30 Contact Improvisation Class, 16:30-19:00 Open Jam. It is possible to attend the full intensive or participate partially (single day, or open jam only). Money should not be a barrier to attending; financial support is available on request.