We invite you to discover synergies of movement and energy through breath, and gentle, intentional tapping on the energy centers of the body. Through touch 'tapping' and guided improvised movement we initiate a profound dialogue between mind and body, inspiring intuitive movement exploration.

Our somatic movement workshop focuses on individual exploration through improvisation in community with open ots to explore in weal me previous dance experience is necessary, but an interest in movement and an openness to explore is welcomed.

Kadeja Braun will be leading the workshop and is a dance artist based in Leeds. Since graduating from IRIE! Dance Theatre Kadeja has been exploring holistic movement practices and dance. Kadeja has performed traditional west African dance for Nii Kwartey Owoo, enriching her understanding of diverse movement styles and cultural expressions. Currently working with DancingStrong Movement Lab, Kadeja is dedicated to furthering her understanding and practice of holistic dance and somatic enquiry. With a passion for integrating mind, body, and spirit, she seeks to inspire others through movement.

Helen Kindred is a dance artist based in London and Co-Artistic Director of DancingStrong Movement Lab with Adesola Akinleye. Helen's movement practice explores somatic awareness through improvisation. Helen has performed and taught in the UK and internationally and facilitates workshops which offer invitations to explore movement sensations through the relationships of breath, bones and gravity.