A event on Saturday 22nd November. The event starts at 10:00.
This 2-day immersive workshop is an embodied exploration of shoulder alignment through the lens of the Axis Syllabus. With a focus on dynamic anatomy, we’ll unpack the functional architecture of the shoulder girdle—its range, resilience, and responsive potential within dance and daily movement.
Using guided improvisation, hands-on tasks, solo inquiry, and partnered explorations, we will:
- Investigate the anatomical structure of the shoulder complex (clavicle, scapula, humerus, sternum)
- Explore its relationship with the spine, ribcage, and breath
- Work with tools to release habitual tension and increase mobility without compromising stability
- Develop strategies for sustainable, efficient movement patterns
- Integrate alignment awareness into dance sequences, grounding it in sensation and movement
Throughout the session, we’ll refer to Axis Syllabus principles such as kinetic chains, spiral dynamics, and fascia connectivity. The workshop is both informative and experiential, balancing technical insight with creative embodiment.
Who is it for?
Dancers, movers, somatic practitioners, and curious bodies of all kinds. No previous experience with the Axis Syllabus is necessary.
The Bents (Benefits):
Improved shoulder mobility, clarity, and control
Reduced strain and overuse in arms, neck, and upper back
A deeper understanding of shoulder anatomy in motion
Tools for injury prevention and long-term joint health
Enhanced proprioception and expressive range in dance
A more integrated, whole-body approach to alignment
Come ready to move, sense, and discover the intelligence within your shoulders— an invitation to dance from a place of grounded fluidity and anatomical awareness.
Zoë Solomons
www.motionislotion.co.uk
@Thirteen_moon_dances
Timings:
Door open at 930am so guests can arrive and land into their personal practice for a 10am start.
Session times:
Saturday
1000-1300 - movement
1300-1430 - lunch
1430-1730 - movement (until 1700 Sunday)
What to bring:
- Layers for when we have downtime (blankets/pillows for comfort)
- Roll mat for personal practice
- Notepade for theory practice
- Lunch (snacks will be provided)
Tickets:
Please select the ticket options that you feel is best for you and your income. We trust that people will pay what they can afford for this valuable material.
If cost is an issue, please get in touch with Jessi at [email protected] - we have some bursary places available.
Entry requirements: 18+
Using guided improvisation, hands-on tasks, solo inquiry, and partnered explorations, we will:
- Investigate the anatomical structure of the shoulder complex (clavicle, scapula, humerus, sternum)
- Explore its relationship with the spine, ribcage, and breath
- Work with tools to release habitual tension and increase mobility without compromising stability
- Develop strategies for sustainable, efficient movement patterns
- Integrate alignment awareness into dance sequences, grounding it in sensation and movement
Throughout the session, we’ll refer to Axis Syllabus principles such as kinetic chains, spiral dynamics, and fascia connectivity. The workshop is both informative and experiential, balancing technical insight with creative embodiment.
Who is it for?
Dancers, movers, somatic practitioners, and curious bodies of all kinds. No previous experience with the Axis Syllabus is necessary.
The Bents (Benefits):
Improved shoulder mobility, clarity, and control
Reduced strain and overuse in arms, neck, and upper back
A deeper understanding of shoulder anatomy in motion
Tools for injury prevention and long-term joint health
Enhanced proprioception and expressive range in dance
A more integrated, whole-body approach to alignment
Come ready to move, sense, and discover the intelligence within your shoulders— an invitation to dance from a place of grounded fluidity and anatomical awareness.
Zoë Solomons
www.motionislotion.co.uk
@Thirteen_moon_dances
Timings:
Door open at 930am so guests can arrive and land into their personal practice for a 10am start.
Session times:
Saturday
1000-1300 - movement
1300-1430 - lunch
1430-1730 - movement (until 1700 Sunday)
What to bring:
- Layers for when we have downtime (blankets/pillows for comfort)
- Roll mat for personal practice
- Notepade for theory practice
- Lunch (snacks will be provided)
Tickets:
Please select the ticket options that you feel is best for you and your income. We trust that people will pay what they can afford for this valuable material.
If cost is an issue, please get in touch with Jessi at [email protected] - we have some bursary places available.
Entry requirements: 18+