stepping between worlds

I've been thinking a lot this week about the practise of dance, how i view dance, how i assume the mainstream of society views dance, shows such as Britain's Got Talent and Gotta Dance.... and subsequently my presumed expectations from the class of what they think they will receive in a dance session.

Accessing worlds.

We might do the same explorations through our dance, yet if we play more current chart music in the background the engagement is higher. is it as focused? I am not sure. But some people are evidently more engaged with the explorations and therefore join in with the group.

not rocket science, although admittedly, it did take a gentle nudge from the support staff as a reminder of another way to enter each others' worlds with respect and honour.

Here is the Bridge Youth Dance Company exploring the same task as the week before, this time to chart music.... it was a joy to behold.... we went from these little balls in duet.....

to one huge ball as a group......

Fun fun fun.

Contact had a very Valentine's theme. We explored witnessing and reflecting our partner's movements, exploring empathy, and stepping into another's movement world through our dancing.

Haughton was wild and very exciting. Independent dancing, break-dancing, and ballet! All in one fantastic group explosion!

As always the sessions have all been magical, sheer expressive delight.

This is a moment where I pinch myself.... I love my job!