A Somatic Journey into Your Creative Soul Through Elemental Dance
The Elemental Self is a somatic workshop focused on exploring creativity through symbolic movement and the wisdom of the five elements—Ether, Earth, Water, Fire, and Air. Each element influences our body, our psychological identity, and the way we move, express ourselves, and engage with the world.
The five elements represent five different movement languages that we can learn to perceive and express through our bodies. They are not roles we are expected to perform, but universal creative forces that we can reawaken within ourselves. Together, they form our Elemental Creative Self—a creative identity that integrates all these different aspects of who we are.
The workshop provides a safe, facilitated psychosomatic space where you can rediscover, awaken, and gradually integrate these different parts of yourself. Through this process, you can develop a deeper and more holistic connection with yourself, your body, and your authentic identity.
The journey begins with Ether—the empty yet fertile space that is always available to us as a place of new beginnings. Ether invites us to slow down, listen consciously, and fully return to the body. It helps us leave behind the noise of the outside world and create an inner space capable of holding all the other elements.
Next comes Earth, through which we ground ourselves in the physical structure of the body—in our bones, muscles, solidity, and weight. We learn to recognize that we have a place in this world. We cultivate a sense of safety, stability, self-worth, and belonging. Earth reminds us that we deserve to be here, exactly as we are. Self-acceptance becomes a strong foundation for the rest of the journey.
Water brings vitality, sensation, emotion, fluidity, and pleasure into the body. We learn to release control over our self-expression, open ourselves to the unknown, and surrender to the mystery of our unique dance. We rediscover pleasure as a natural and legitimate language of the body, gradually releasing the shame or guilt that may restrict our creative potential.
Fire awakens our inner spark. Movement gains intention, strength, and determination. We develop the ability to direct our energy, act with greater confidence, and make space for our passion and desires. Self-confidence does not come from perfection, but from conscious action. Fire teaches us not to fear our own power, to step into our light, and to allow ourselves to be truly seen.
Air expands our movement experience beyond the boundaries of the physical body. Movement becomes lighter, more playful, and imaginative. We discover a freedom that does not depend on the approval of others but grows from the joy of authentic self-expression. We open ourselves to new possibilities, adventures, and connections—both on the dance floor and in everyday life.
In the final part, called Quintessence or the Fifth Essence, we connect and honour everything that has awakened during the journey—Ether, Earth, Water, Fire, and Air. We witness the beauty that emerges when body, emotion, and spirit begin to move as one integrated being. Gradually, we reclaim forgotten parts of our essential nature and learn to bring them into our daily lives, fully embodying the multifaceted, creative, and vibrant beings we truly are.
Workshop Programm
5:30 pm – Arrival 5:45 pm – Opening Circle and Introduction 6:00 pm – Earth and Water 7:00 pm – Fire and Air 8:00 pm – Free Elemental Dance 9:00 pm – Closing Circle
Who Is the Workshop For?
This workshop is for you if you feel creatively blocked, self-conscious, or trapped in your mind, and find it difficult to connect with your body and the present moment.
It may also support you if you are an artist, facilitator, or leader who wants to feel more comfortable and confident in your body when working with others.
It is equally suitable for periods of transition when you need to move your energy and gain greater clarity.
It will appeal to anyone who loves dance and wants to play, explore their own freedom, and expand the possibilities of self-expression.
It may also support those who feel disconnected from their emotions or need to release feelings and energy held within the body from the past.
No previous dance experience is required. The space is open to everyone who wishes to explore creativity, embodiment, and authentic self-expression through movement.
Price
690,- For registrations online
790,- For registration on the door
