As a practical part of my master thesis „Consent practises in touch-related dance forms“ I am offering a research project with the focus on how to ask for consent when getting in touch with each other. Using Betty Martin ́s book „The wheel of Consent“ as our starting point, we will work around the following two questions:

How do you want to touch me?

and

How do you want me to touch you?

We will practise verbalising our desires and boundaries that are connected to touch and talk about different strategies on how to transfer the practise of consent into a non verbal Contact Improvisation dance. We will ask questions on how we can listen to our inner voices rather than to social codes. We will practise how to give and receive with heart and honesty rather than giving and receiving out of politeness. This weekend is a research lab. We will try, discuss and apply. This Lab is open for all people that are curious about touch. Participation possible only for both days. Bring a pillow and a blanket.

Max. 8 participants

Sa.10.12.2022, 10-17 o ́clock incl. 1 hour break

So.11-12.2022, 10-17 o ́clock incl. 1 hour break

At Werkstatt, Ostparkstraße 11, 3rd floor; or Henschelstraße 18

For questions and registration contact Ronja Eick: ronjaeick@gmx.net

Short-Bio

Ronja Solveig Eick is a music- and dance pedagogue and a dance artist. She holds a bachelor degree in music and dance education with a focus in social work and inclusive pedagogy at Orff Institute, Mozarteum. She facilitates contemporary dance classes and organizes interdisciplinary Jam sessions. Ronja is currently finishing her master degree in Contemporary Dance Education at the MaCoDE Program, HfMDK, Frankfurt.