Imagine that feeling when you stand in front of someone you’ve never spoken to… and yet it feels like you’ve known each other for years.

Or that moment when you can express yourself freely – without filters – and someone is simply there with you.

They see your wildness, your gentleness, your truth – and they don’t judge.

Or that moment when you feel like a child again.
Goofing around, jumping, playing… and no one tells you it’s “weird.”

That’s exactly what happens at “Now the Body Speaks.”

And now, I invite you to go even deeper into this experience.

If you’re here for the first time, here’s what these workshops are all about:

They are gatherings where, through movement, spontaneous expression, and body awareness, we return to ourselves – to what’s real and alive within.

We don’t learn choreography. There are no mirrors, no corrections.

There is movement that flows from within – from your needs, your emotions, straight from the heart 🙂

There’s connection – with yourself and with others.

There’s play, there’s emotion, there’s a sense of connection and unspoken understanding.

Now imagine all that happens at “Now the Body Speaks”:
Wordless connection, deep presence, joy, closeness, wild fun, self-discovery, and pure enjoyment… and multiply that by two. Or even three

Because when we meet regularly with the same group, everything deepens. Trust is built. Bonds form. New spaces open up.

This is no longer just a workshop – it’s a shared journey

In July, I invite you to a month-long cycle in a closed group.

We meet twice a week:

Mondays 20:30–22:00

Wednesdays 18:00–19:30

All of July – 8 sessions:

July 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30

Thanks to the closed group, the program will be more personal and tailored – custom-made for your needs.

During the first session, we’ll get to know each other and integrate. During the last one – we’ll reflect and close our journey together.

And what happens in between… will also depend on you
You can share with me the themes that matter most to you. The ones that come up most often will inspire the topics of our meetings.

You don’t need any dance experience – just openness and curiosity.

And if you already know “Now the Body Speaks” – you know it’s more than just movement.

It’s about meeting yourself and others. It’s time for yourself. It’s joy, fun, and connection.

And now, in a regular group – it’s all taken to the next level.

Sounds like something for you? Let’s go!

“Now the Body Speaks. Summer Intensive” – a series of 8 sessions in a regular group.

Mondays 20:30–22:00

Wednesdays 18:00–19:30

Dates: July 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30

Kontakt, 40 Szpitalna Street, Kraków

What’s the investment?

Early bird – until June 15: 500 PLN

Sleepy bird – until June 30: 600 PLN

Late bird – after June 30: 650 PLN

Want to join?

Write to me at czulecialo@gmail.com to reserve your spot.

After registering, you’ll receive an email with payment details.

A 100 PLN deposit is required to confirm your spot.

The remaining amount is paid on-site, on the day of the first session.

The group will run if at least 10 people sign up.

If that doesn’t happen – your deposit will, of course, be refunded

Spots are limited – if this resonates with you, reach out as soon as possible

I’m waiting for you and already doing a happy feet dance in excitement!

A few words about me:

My name is Jagoda. In dance and movement, I am most interested in the relationship between the body and emotions. Dance moves me deeply. When I move, I feel alive. I also experience my limitations and difficulties through dance, as they manifest in movement. When I feel the urge to dance, it’s a sign that I’m in a good place—that life’s energy is flowing through me. When I don’t feel that energy, dance helps me awaken it.

When I dance, I can be tender and gentle, or wild and crazy. I enjoy being playful, having fun, listening, and being attentive. I like to give and receive.

I’ve been dancing for as long as I can remember, but five years ago, I discovered the therapeutic power of dance and began to see the body as a tool through which we experience reality. I’ve participated in various workshops, courses, and festivals, including Methodology of Improvisation and Choreography and Movement Composition workshops with Iwona Olszowska; a course in Movement Composition, Contemporary Dance, and Dance Therapy with Alicja Miszczor; and Radical Somatics in Contact Improvisation with Christiane Cole. I completed the Dance Therapy Techniques and Movement Analysis Course at the IBA Dance and Movement Therapy Center. Together with Agata Moląg, I conduct dance classes for people with Parkinson’s disease.

I created my brand, Czułe Ciało (Tender Body), under which I organize workshops, regular classes, and embodiment sessions for women. Czułe Ciało is a space where, through movement, spontaneous expression, and contact with the body, we return to ourselves—to what is true and alive. It’s a space where you can express yourself with even greater authenticity and courage—the courage to be yourself, without censorship 🙂

In my workshops, I use exercises that anyone can do, regardless of experience or lack thereof. We dance solo and with others. My inspiration for leading classes comes from intuitive dance, contact improvisation, the GAGA movement language, and Dance Movement Therapy

Underscore Jam – Damian Oterman / July 5

Embark on a unique, transformative experience with Underscore Jam—a systematic yet free-form approach to Contact Improvisation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer, Underscore offers a profound opportunity to explore the subtle details of each Contact Improvisation Jam (and probably each group process) where you can immerse yourself in movement, connection, and creativity in a supportive, structured space.

What is Underscore Jam?
Underscore Jam is a structured improvisational practice that guides participants through the various stages of a Contact Improvisation Jam—from silence and pause through movement to reflection and harvest—increasing awareness, trust, and connection. Developed by Nancy Stark Smith, this practice offers a great framework for exploring physicality, sensory awareness, and the art of being and moving with others.

What to expect at the workshop:

Exploring the phases: The Underscore unfolds in several stages, including energetic and physical arrival, wandering, expanding and overlapping kinospheres, engagement, development, collection, resolution, recirculation, reflection, sharing, silence, and closure. Understanding these inherent phases, in any Jam, develops a sense of self-awareness in the context of Contact Improvisation, elevating your solo and contact dance practice to the highest level.

Honest communication: Share thoughts, feelings, and information openly and truthfully, without hiding or distorting the message. Explore moments of verbal communication based on transparency and honesty and how they enrich the nonverbal process of the Dance.

Heightened awareness and connection: Focus on sensory experiences and refine your nonverbal communication, deepening your connection to both your body and your partner.

Long, mindful, and quiet jam: Engage in a session with the intention (seed) that will grow and develop in the space. At the same time, this structured, free-flowing session will support your understanding of the Contact Improvisation process forever, deepening your perception of the process, your confidence, and your awareness of communication.

All levels: Whether you are a novice or experienced movement practitioner, Underscore offers something for everyone—allowing you to deepen your practice and discover new dimensions of dance and life.

Why join Underscore?

Deepen your practice with a structured yet creative framework to explore.

Build deep understanding, trust, and connection within a structured framework.

Enjoy the conscious presence that unfolds in the Contact Improvisation space through the understanding of Underscore.

Explore and communicate your boundaries in a supportive, sensitive space.

Step into the space of the universe with intention and purpose, while staying present in the moment.

Join us on this enriching journey of movement, trust, and creative expression. “Underscore – Step into the Deep” offers a space to connect, explore, and move with intention—whether you are a novice or seasoned dancer and explorer of the body and connection.

Daily schedule:

Part I
9:30 – 10:00: Energetic and physical arrival,
10:00 – 13:00: Understanding Underscore – Workshop
13:00 – 14:30: Break (bring vegetarian treats for a shared
picnic)

Part II
14:30 – 16:00: “Talk-Through” – Interactive introduction*

* Talk-Through: Interactive introduction for participants who did not receive a theoretical introduction before Underscore is mandatory.

However, you can also come if you know the rules and want to refresh
your memory or simply if you like the ritual of going through the phases
and rules.

16:00 – 16:30: Break
16:30 – 19:30: Underscore Jam – Go Deep
19:30 – 20:00: Reflection / Circle
20:00 – …: Time for community, tea, possibly sauna

PRICE:
All

90* | 150* | 210* PLN | *Low Budget | *Standard | *Supporting

Part I or II

45* | 75* | 105* PLN | *Low Budget | *Standard | *Supporting

This pricing system allows you to choose an amount that suits your financial situation. If you can pay more, your contribution will help those who can pay less. Choose an amount that is fair and comfortable for you.
If money is an issue, please contact us. Please bring cash or make a bank transfer as agreed.

Please be punctual and ready to stay for the entire Underscore Jam.

The workshop will be conducted in Polish and English, depending on the needs of the participants.

Where?

Contact Space of Movement, Dance and Music
ul. Szpitalna 40, 1st floor Krakow

Registration and information:
Damian a.k.a. Touchable
posteo@skin-to-skin.com

More info:

www.skin-to-skin.com (coming soon)

More info about UNDERSCORE:

ABOUT THE LEADERS:

Damian Oterman

He studied Sports at the Academy of Physical Education (AWF) in Katowice

and Nutrition Science at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences.

A teacher passionate about intergenerational work with children, teenagers,

adults and seniors.

He has been practicing yoga for 17 years, Acro Yoga and Thai Massage for 12 years, and

Dance Improvisation for 8 years. Trained in the style of academic Yoga

(jogaakademicka.pl), certified teacher of Acro Yoga Montreal

(acroyoga.com) and has completed numerous courses and workshops in Thai Massage

and Contact Improvisation (CI). Certified in Autogenic Training

(AT) and Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR). Trained in Nonviolent Communication

(NVC). Inspired by participation in the Conscious

Cuddling Experience (CCE) workshops.

Licensed, but no longer conducting regular classes: snowboarding,

skiing, swimming, tennis and personal training.

Multiple organizer of “Kids Space” at the “Acronia” and

“Acroschwanchen” festivals. Participant of the social project GeRaBu in Rostock.

Cultivates the Contact Improvisation and Acro Yoga community

around Rostock.

Aims to co-organize Community Supported Agriculture

(RWS), plant a forest and co-organize the Skin-to-Skin Festival.

Inventor of the “Medytaton”, a unique musical instrument.

(www.medytaton.com)

Hobbyist Alternative rapper.

Deeply grateful for the opportunity to learn from great teachers in

various fields. Their teachings and wisdom had a huge impact on his

personal and professional development.

In Contact Improvisation and Dance, he learned, among other things, From:

Jörg Hassmann, Anjelika Doniy, Vega Gisela, Iiris Raipala, Angela Mara,

Reimar Wen Shen, Natascha Golubtsova, Dörte Barss, Angelika Mizińska,

Corinna Stache, Katja Scholz, Christos Listios, Katja Fiedler, Christoph

Arndt

Anja – likes movement and sports in various forms – from climbing, longboarding, snowboarding, through strength training, yoga, dancing, acrobatics, kayaking, horses, to hiking. And many others 🙂

She has been involved with acroyoga for about six years. She came across it out of curiosity and it quickly became her favorite form of physical activity – because it combines not only a diverse training, but also has the unique power of building a community and space to develop communication and trust.

Maciek – the ‘dinosaur’ of the Krakow acroyoga community, a man of strength, softness, dance, swords and acroyoga. He mixes various forms of movement that he has encountered over the years and adds to this experience an analytical perspective, along with a dance feel.

Kontakt Cuties.
We hug with all our hearts the Miracle-Children in you.
Let your lips smile from ear to ear. Have fun, dance, move mountains with your imagination, color the world with your person.
We love you, hug you warmly, Your-Kontakts.

MUSIC AND VISUAL ART THERAPY SESSION
Sound • Deep relaxation – Bartek Przytuła, Katarzyna Simonowicz

Krakow – our beloved Kontakt
Limited number of places – registration required

✨ A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE AWAITS YOU:

– Live music: resophonic guitar, singing, ukulele, Tibetan and crystal bowls, piano
– Sanskrit, Indian, Polish, original and American folk songs
– Improvisation, hypnotizing visualizations synchronized with music
– Alpha, Beta, Theta, Delta waves – a journey into a state of deep meditation and inner insight
– A space filled with beauty, peace and intention

LEADING:

Bartek Przytuła
Vocalist, guitarist, art therapist, winner of many awards (including Vocalist of the Year, Polish Blues Challenge, Rawa Blues Festival). His performances are powerful, moving musical journeys. Improviser, painter, poet, clown and angel. He combines ambient, blues, folk and jazz in unique concerts.

Katarzyna Simonowicz
Yogi, music therapist, pianist, artistic soul and traveler. She completed courses in Poland and Thailand, combines yoga, intuitive dance, crystal energy and the sound of Tibetan and crystal bowls. Her concerts are subtle, transformative encounters with one’s own interior.

‍♀️ FOR WHOM?
For anyone who wants to stop, rest and establish deep contact with themselves – no experience is needed, just openness.

ORGANIZATION:

✅ REGISTRATION
+48 606 715 227
barkłula@gmail.com

Ticket prices:
– PLN 50 for prior reservation and prepayment (BLIK: +48 606 715 227)
– PLN 70 on the day of the event (if there are places)

Place: Kontakt, Space of Movement, Dance and Music,  Szpitalna 40, 2 floor

⏰ Come 10 minutes earlier – late entry will not be possible

Mats available on site – it is worth bringing your own mat, blanket, pillow or sleeping bag
Loose, comfortable clothing
No food or alcohol – it is best not to eat 2 hours before

Immerse yourself in sound, light and yourself.
Reserve a place – the number of places is very limited!

Haka with Mana – Connection with oneself, rage and boundaries workshops – Mana Akitanga from Polynesia (Ra’iatea)

This first Haka workshop in Krakow will take you to the Ngati Toa (tribe), learning and performing an introduction to the Haka, then “Ka mate” itself and finally finish with an outro of the Haka. With “Ka mate” we want to remind ourselves of unity, motivation and combativity.

“Ka mate” is the most popular haka thanks to the New Zealand national rugby team. “Ka mate” belongs to Ngati Toa Rangatira, a dominant tribe of the Cook strait area. Under the lead of Chief Te Rauparaha, Ngati Toa turned into a regional power in the mid of the 19th century.

In Polynesia, it is known that men on the battlefield are fierce but let women be part of it and the opponents will tremble. Polynesians believe women and men are one, united, therefore Haka is for women and men, and for this workshop, regardless of experience.

During the 3h workshop we will:

– Learn about the Polynesian approach with energy and how Polynesians take care of their bond with nature, ancestors, people and themselves.
– Learn what the most popular Haka, “Ka mate”, represents, and how Haka works on our mind and our body
– Set and nurture our boundaries the Polynesian way
– Embody the Polynesian spirits of the steady Guardian or the fierce Warrior
– Understand the Polynesian concept of “mana”, the energy, of “aroha”, care/love/empathy, of “kotahi”, unity, of “ao”, the world around us, nature, etc…
– Dance and perform movements of power
– Know how to release and face emotions described as “negative” in the Polynesian way
– Work with rage and let it be heard through our voices
– Let emotions be visible on our faces through “Pūkana”

☀️About Mana:

Mana, comes from Polynesia, born on the sacred island of Ra’iatea, the legendary Hava’i Nui. His family traces their lineage to the clan/tribe standing against colonizers in the Leeward islands, in French Polynesia, and Aotearoa (New Zealand). As the traditions oblige, he learnt about his ancestors, cultures, and traditions growing up with his grandparents, guarding dearly the stories and legends of Polynesia, told by his elders in his childhood.
Mana’s goal is to share the authentic Polynesian cultures.

This is a gentle reminder to always seek for Polynesian guidance when willing to learn about Polynesian practices, that shows respect to the cultures. Please, look for Polynesians.

When: Sunday 29.06 from 10:00 to 13:00

Where: Przestrzeń Ruchu i Tańca Kontakt
Address: Szpitalna 40, 31-024 Kraków

*Price*: 250pln (BLIK or Bank transfer)

Link to registration: https://forms.gle/8aVGeeZBzuuas5v27

For more details or for questions, write to Mana, +48 536 161 600

* THE WORKSHOP ARE CONDUCTED IN ENGLISH with the possibility of translation into Polish

Contact Improvisation has made my life so much richer, more alive and more connected – so I am looking forward to sharing some of what I love with you.
This class will address some essential principles of Contact Improvisation, threads that run through everything and allow us to improvise. We will focus on

Direction and ‘Irimi’ (to enter)
Sharing our center
Allowing momentum and gravity to move us
Effortlessness
We will approach this through our direct sensing and perception – each of our movements and dance will be unique according to our internal sensation. It’s not needed for the dance to look a certain way.

After the class I invite everyone to stay for the jam CI and to keep exploring independently.

The class is suitable for both beginners and experienced dancers who are open to new and old perspectives to enrich their dancing. I will also share stories about the rich context of contact improvisation – where it comes from, and refer to some of the voices who have dedicated their lives to researching and sharing this practice.

WORKSHOP-LESSON DETAILS

⏰️WHEN? June 4, 7:15 PM – 8:45 PM

COST: Kontkt Price List: We accept Kontakt Passes, single entry for PLN 40 and Multisport and Medicover cards – cards with a surcharge of PLN 10.

JAM KONTAKT IMPROVISATION: ADMISSION: PLN 20

NO registrations, sufficient coverage

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Alexandra is a multidisciplinary artist born and raised in South Africa. She has been exploring contact improvisation intensively since since 2021, studying with Sasha Dodo, Dolores Dewhurst Marks, Kirstie Simson, Anjelika Doniy, Alicia Grayson, Artem Markhov, Ming Shen Ku, Bari Kim, Yasukichi Suzuki, Sasha Bezrodnova and many other inspiring teachers. She continues to learn and be surprised in every dance.

Her artistic work includes painting, film, poetry and performance. She considers improvisation as the birthspace of creative practice. Connection to nature is woven into her approach as she explores dancing in different landscapes on land and underwater. Her interest is to allow natural rhythm and truth to reveal itself, surprisingly and effortlessly. She generally lives and dances in Thailand, researching CI as a space that transcends cultural barriers and opens much needed states of listening and mutual support.