Structure of the festival 

A few days to fully immerse yourself in movement, improvisation and performance. With Contact Improvisation as our starting point, we explore what can emerge when we listen, touch, share weight, play and create together.

Each morning, Kenzo Kusuda opens a new exploration through his poetic and deeply embodied approach to movement and presence. In the afternoons, Raúl Saldarriaga takes the practice further into Contact Improvisation, composition and performance.

In the evenings, everything comes together through jams, performances and shared practice, an open space to dance, experiment, witness, connect and bring the day’s discoveries into motion.

We stay together at AVANI, sharing meals, conversations and experiences, and creating a temporary community around improvisation and performance.

Expect inspiring workshops, lots of movement, jams, performances, shared meals and time to connect.

No previous Contact Improvisation experience is needed. Experienced dancers, curious movers and complete beginners are all warmly welcome.

Meals and accommodation are included.