Somatic Foundations for Professional and Personal Practice


This 3-hour workshop offers an immersion into the foundations of somatic techniques, developmental movement patterns, and the core principles of Laban/Bartenieff.

Through guided exercises and body explorations, you’ll discover how the body communicates information, expresses emotions, and supports fluid movement. The workshop emphasizes mindful observation, body awareness, and understanding the fundamental patterns of human development, providing practical tools to use in your personal or professional life.

Whether you are passionate about movement, a dancer, a therapist, or a health professional, this introduction will give you a taste of somatic practice and help you start integrating these principles into how you move and guide others.

It’s an opportunity to feel, explore, and understand movement in a safe and interactive environment.

✅ This workshop is for you if…

• You want to learn the basics of somatic techniques, developmental patterns, and Laban/Bartenieff principles.

• You wish to explore your body and movement with awareness and presence.

• You are passionate about movement, a dancer, therapist, or health professional seeking a practical and accessible introduction to somatic practice.

• You want to experience concrete tools to enrich your daily life or professional practice.

• You are able to participate in floor-based exercises and move safely in this space.

🚫 This workshop is not for you if…

• You are looking for a full or certified program in somatic techniques (this is a 3-hour introduction).

• You are uncomfortable moving, sensing, or exploring your body.

• You are seeking individualized therapeutic treatment for a specific condition.

• You cannot move freely or lie/sit on the floor during the workshop.

🌱 What Will Change for You

In 3 hours, you will:

• Discover how your body expresses information through movement.

• Experience simple exercises to observe, feel, and move with greater ease and fluidity.

• Practice dynamic and effective sequences for body balance.

• Leave with practical tools to enrich your daily life or professional approach.

• Gain a fresh perspective on your body and presence in a safe, interactive environment.

The workshop will be conducted in French, but participants are welcome to ask questions in English.

⚠️ Important Disclaimers

• This workshop is educational and experiential; it does not replace medical or therapeutic care.

• Participants are invited to respect their physical and emotional limits at all times.

• If you have injuries, chronic pain, or specific medical conditions, consult your healthcare professional before participating.

• Exercises are designed for a general audience, but everyone is responsible for their own safety and comfort.

• This workshop does not provide official certification and is not a treatment or diagnosis.