February, 15-17, 2018
AXIS NYC Teacher Training For Dancers, Educators & Professionals
Andy White/ Meg Kumin
10am-4pm Daily | $300 All Inclusive Free
Our teacher-training course is designed for teachers of dance and experienced artists interested in developing their teaching skills in leading integrated dance in an inclusive and supportive environment. Drawing on AXIS Dance Company’s creative practice, expertise and methodology in teaching integrated dance, students will explore the following areas:
- Open door policy – Removing any physical and emotional barriers that prevent people with disabilities from attending class
- Universal language and communication
- Exploring a variety of dance techniques, disciplines and approaches to teaching dance
- Stripping away the myths of integrated dance for a realistic approach to teaching inclusivity
- To challenge and be challenged – a mutual dialogue of respect between teacher and student
- Body specificity – Working with different bodies to ensure all are challenged and learning
- Develop useful tools and skills to put into practice
- Ensuring best practice in integrated dance
- Build teachers’ confidence and set up a teachers’ network for future support
- Q&A time for discussion and feedback
AXIS Dance Company
280 Broadway (Enter at 53A Chambers St.)
New York, NY, 10007
(646) 837-6809
https://gibneydance.org/explore-classes/workshops/axis-dance-companys-teacher-training-for-dancers-educators-and-professionals/
Schedule
February 15, 2018: 10:00am
February 16, 2018: 10:00am
February 17, 2018: 10:00am

