Institute for integrative bodywork & movement Therapy

Training and Professional Development Courses

Based on the principles of Body-Mind Centering®, Authentic Movement and Somatic Psychology

Under the direction of Linda Hartley MA

Workshop Programme 2009/10

Infant Movement Development

Embodying Self through Touch and Movement—an Introduction

Tutors: Beverley Nolan DipIBMT, Kerstin Wellhöfer DipIBMT, ISMETA

May 22-23 : Sat 10.30—Sun 5pm

Ashdon Village Hall, nr Saffron Walden, Essex. Cost £130 (deposit £60 payable with booking)

The developmental process unfolds through a series of movement patterns which underlie all areas of  learning in the infant, child and adult - movement, perceptual, psychological, intellectual and spiritual growth are all profoundly influenced and supported by these early movement experiences. Embodying the developmental process through focused exercises and movement improvisations can help us to clarify and strengthen the foundations of our movement, and free energy for creative expression. Study will include both theoretical and experiential aspects, with a strong focus on the embodiment of each stage of development.

 

The Embodiment of Spirit—An Embryological Journey

Tutors: Linda Hartley MA

May 1-3 Sat 10.30—Mon 4pm

North Norfolk. Cost £190 (deposit £60 payable with booking)

This workshop will explore the process of development, from conception through the first few weeks of embryological life, drawing upon principles of Body-Mind Centering®, Somatic Psychology and Authentic Movement. Through movement and body meditations we will explore the embodiment of cells, membranes, tissues and fluids, engaging with the unfolding of form through which the embryonic sense of self begins to emerge. Asking what embodiment means to us as human beings, we will consider how the human embryo embodies spirit.

This workshop is open to practitioners and trainees in the somatic, psychological and arts therapies, education and related professions. It can serve as an introduction to Module 1 of the IBMT training for those with relevant experience.

 

Authentic Movement—An Introductory Weekend

Tutor: Linda Hartley MA

July 10-11 Sat 10.30– Sun 5pm

North Norfolk. Cost £130 (deposit £60 payable with booking)

Authentic Movement is a contemplative discipline involving a mover and a witness. The mover attends to internal impulses allowing them to unfold through movement and stillness as he surrenders to the moment; the witness creates a safe space in which unconscious material is invited to arise, attending to her own experience in the presence of the one moving. As both mover and witness seek to become present to their direct experience, clarity within their relationship to self and other grows. This weekend serves as an introduction to Module 2 of the IBMT training, and is open to all.

 

Authentic Movement Summer Retreat

Tutor: Linda Hartley MA

Aug 25-29: Weds 10-30—Sun 4pm

North Norfolk. Cost £320 incl. lunch. (deposit £100 payable when booking)

For those who have previous experience of Authentic Movement and are familiar with the discipline of witnessing through the channels of movement, sensation, emotion and image. In addition to deepening your own movement process and refining your witnessing skills, we will explore new forms to enable the experience and exploration of the Collective Body. The relationship between movement and language in both speaking and writing will be an integral part of this exploration

 

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Woman, Body, Earth & Spirit

A series of workshops for women led by Linda Hartley MA, exploring the nature of the ‘deep feminine’ through authentic movement, creative bodywork, and myths and stories which speak to women’s healing journey.