Water Spirit. A dancer perches on a large rock in golden-reflecting water. Their body seems to spiral as an extension of the rock, their face is turned upward towards the sunlight. A wide waterfall and bright green trees are behind them. Photo by Bea Ehrsam.
ID: Water Spirit. A dancer perches on a large rock in golden-reflecting water. Their body seems to spiral as an extension of the rock, their face is turned upward towards the sunlight. A wide waterfall and bright green trees are behind them. Photo by Bea Ehrsam.

In OSF classes we enter a creative process; letting go of outer layers of holding to find primal energy and ease. Guided by embodied imagery as a powerful tool for transformation we’ll learn to move with agility, transparency and depth. Through alignment studies, movement exploration and group improvisation we’ll cultivate a deep connection to our inner and outer environments. In this series we’ll explore three unique states of dancing; I move, it moves me, It moves! A remarkably effective way of learning, the OSF approach can catalyze transformation in many kinds of practice, in unique movement virtuosity, and in daily life.

What to expect: 
This is an improvisational movement class for all levels of movers, and can be done with any amount of energy. Kinesthetic insight is approached in multi-directional, structural and poetic ways. Music and silence is interwoven with (spoken) poetic imagery, deep meditations and active, focused improvisation. Open Source Forms™ was developed by Stephanie Skura and is deeply rooted in the seminal work of Joan Skinner / Skinner Releasing Technique™. I’ll also draw material from studies with Yvonne Meier and my Earthbody research.

For class-related questions, please email programs@movementresearch.org.

 

Accessibility Notes

  • This class includes auditive guidance.
  • Automated closed captioning will be available for all Zoom classes.

To request ASL interpretation or Audio Description, please email accessibility@movementresearch.org, subject line “ASL/Audio Description Request, Teresa Smith” at least three (3) weeks prior to the class date you plan to attend.

For access-related questions and requests, please contact accessibility@movementresearch.org, subject line “Teresa Smith.”

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Faculty

Teresa Smith

Teresa Smith

Teresa Smith brings to her teaching a warm appreciation of each person's essence and delights in awakening the creative spirit. She is a certified teacher of Open Source Forms™ and practiced the root form Skinner Releasing™ for three decades.

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