ImproMoves

THE PROJECT

The ImproMoves is an Erasmus+ project to explore improvisation & embodiment as a tool to develop entrepreneurial mindset.

It is an opportunity to listen to your inner impulses, awaken potential for self-expression and develop your awareness about the waves you're creating in interactions.

We will explore the principles of improvisation such as acceptance, spontaneity, generosity, attention, flexibility and partnership and use embodiment as a way to re-connect body & mind, verbal & non-verbal, rational & emotional.

We believe in the co-creation of the learning atmosphere in which everyone can share, learn and grow together so we invite all the participants to co-create the program, share and learn from each other. All of this will be guided by an experienced team in a playful, supportive and safe environment.

THE METHODOLOGY

Improvisation is a collaborative art form. It focuses on positive attitude & seeing and spotting opportunities in the partner.  Improvisers are open and curious about their scene partners and perceive them as co-creators. As Keith Johnstone says "The improviser has to understand that their first skill lies in releasing their partner's imagination". 

Embodiment is a somatic approach that puts one’s body in the center of the learning  process. The power of embodiment comes from the fact that it is a universal language which brings us back to the basics. It is simple, creative, joyful and open for everyone. It is funded on principles of dance, body movement, body awareness, dynamic meditation, body work etc.

Taking this experience, we will reflect on how we can apply the principles and approach as facilitators, trainers or coaches while working with groups of young people.

WHAT YOU CAN GET OUT OF THE PROJECT

• Develop your entrepreneurial mindset with a special focus on acceptance (of ideas and mistakes), spontaneity (stepping into unknown), generosity (positive attitude), partnership (co-creation) & flexibility (adaptability)
• Cultivate your personal and professional life while using your body & rediscover improvisation skills
• Enjoy the moment while releasing your creativity in an international group
• Explore methods to tune in into the unfolding moment and nourish your ability to be present
• Train your sense of initiative and improve the quality of your actions
• Developing your awareness and recognising old patterns, finding new alternatives
• Become familiar with different dimensions of listening
• Enrich your facilitator toolbox with activities from 2 different creative methodologies that you can further use in your work
• Exchange ideas and good practices with people from different backgrounds

THE PROJECT IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE

• enthusiastic, motivated, open to new challenges and committed to participate in the project through all of the phases (preparation, training course, organisation of a follow up activity)
• youth worker, educator, trainer, facilitator or a person working with people and already using or considering to use improvisation and embodiment with your target groupenjoying movement & working with your body
• excited to improvise, move, explore, experiment and share throughout daily intense programme resident of one of the partner countries
• 18+ and speaking fluent English

TIMELINE

• July - 28 Aug | preparation period
• 29 Aug | arrival
• 30 Aug | program starts
• 5 Sep | program ends
• 6 Sep | departure
• until 7 Oct | follow-up period

MORE DETAILS

Info: bit.ly/ImproMoves_info

Apply: bit.ly/ImproMoves_apply

Event: bit.ly/ImproMoves_event