Dance through the Five Phases of Energy
A year-long journey through the five phases (elements) of Chinese medicine, explored through movement to develop a deep understanding of the body, its needs, and its energetic processes over the course of the year. Five weekend seminars, each set in a different season, invite you to sense the body’s needs for that time and its corresponding phase (element), to stimulate the flow of Qi in the meridians, and to experience the dynamic transformation of yin and yang through movement. In this process, the body becomes a map and dance becomes a path, revealing the connections between internal organs, physical structures, and breath.
The seminars provide ample time to fully immerse yourself in the theory of the five phases (elements), their principles, and their practical application – not only in movement but also in everyday life. They also nurture creative potential and harmonize body and mind, drawing on the principles of Taoist philosophy. The focus is on deepening the understanding of the human body, recognizing health-related patterns, and developing systematic work with Qi energy.
This work also offers a space to discover a new movement vocabulary and creative patterns rooted in the principles of Chinese medicine, increasing creative potential and opening the way toward authentic and healing movement.
Seminar structure includes:
- Morning Qi Gong focused on the specifics of the given phase (element), its associated organs, and meridians.
- A theoretical introduction to the given phase (element) with an explanation of its qualities and manifestations in the body and in life.
- Improvisation connected with exploring the body structures characteristic of the element (for example: bones for winter/water, tendons for spring/wood, blood vessels for summer/fire, muscles for late summer/earth, and skin for autumn/metal).
- Working with the qualitative principles of the phase in movement – how to perceive and integrate them with sensitivity.
- Developing a creative movement vocabulary inspired by the principles of Chinese medicine.
- Theoretical knowledge about the corresponding meridians, their functions, and their health significance.
- Practical work with meridians through movement improvisation and Qi Gong.
- Group discussions.
- Practice of related topics such as moxibustion or specific techniques (for example, the “garlic snake”).
- Basics of dietary theory and seasonal recommendations according to the five phases.
Zuna is happy to bring this cycle to your location.
If you are interested in hosting this series in your city or at your event, contact us at: zuna@artyci.com
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