Adaptive Bodies — A Day-Long Movement Workshop
So much of our daily life happens inside the “predictable.” We trust that sidewalks will be flat, drivers will stay in their lanes, and our homes will be laid out just as we remember them. Our nervous systems are incredibly good at filling in the blanks, creating patterns, and moving us through the day on autopilot. This efficiency can be helpful — until something unexpected happens.
Adaptive Bodies is a day-long workshop focused on training the body and nervous system to respond skillfully, creatively, and calmly when things don’t go as planned. This workshop is open to movers of all levels, the only things required are curiosity and a willingness to explore.
We’ll work with a holistic approach to movement that builds awareness, adaptability, and physical confidence. The day will include a wide range of practices, from quiet, stillness-based work to more dynamic and playful movement. You can expect to explore:
Practices that sharpen body awareness and sensing (including internal awareness and spatial awareness)
Strength, coordination, and mobility exercises
Memory games and attention-based movement challenges
Partner and group explorations that support responsiveness and adaptability
Throughout the day we’ll move in many ways — jumping, dodging, crawling, rolling, running, wrestling, dancing, inverting, and more — always with clear progressions and options. Much of the material draws from dancer preparatory practices, meaning the body is thoughtfully warmed up before entering more dynamic or demanding movement.
This workshop is designed to be challenging, supportive, and well-held. The goal isn’t perfection, but learning how to meet difficulty in a controlled environment so we’re better equipped to handle challenge and surprise in everyday life.
And above all — this is meant to be fun. Expect play, experimentation, and healthy competition that builds resilience and connection rather than comparison. We’ll also use props and tools throughout the day to support creativity and exploration.
This research is deeply inspired by Fighting Monkey, Ido Portal, and my teachers at Movement Artisans in Berlin. Over the past 8–9 years, I’ve traveled extensively to study with pioneering movement educators, and I’m genuinely excited to bring this work to Asheville.
Come as you are — whether you identify as a dancer, athlete, mover, or simply a human who wants to feel more capable, responsive, and alive in their body.
Schedule:
Session 1:
10 -1:30
Lunch:
12:30 - 1:30
Session 2:
1:30 - 3
What to Bring:
There is a water fountain at the location but please bring your own vessel and your own water if you don't drink city water. Please bring comfy clothing you can move in, maybe a change of shirts if you tend to get sweaty. Bring whatever snacks/lunch you might need. Notebook is optional.
Pricing:
$60-$100 sliding scale
Venmo @hana-nubia to reserve your spot
Email
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