Authentic Movement is a contemplative movement practice, based in the relationship between a mover and a witness. This one-day experiential workshop offers an introduction to inner witnessing — a key element at the heart of this transformative practice. It encourages bodily awareness, self-reflection and active imagination in movement, giving participants the opportunity to cultivate attention and presence in a non-judgmental environment.
The practice was originated by Mary Starks Whitehouse and further developed within the Discipline of Authentic Movement by Janet Adler. Drawing its principles from expressive dance and Jungian Depth Psychology, it is now practiced in a wide range of contexts - therapy, the expressive and performing arts, contemplative practice and personal growth.
---The Practice
With eyes gently closed, the mover focuses inward, bringing attention to sensations, images, feelings, impulses as they emerge into awareness in the present moment. The witness stays with eyes open, offering a quality of attention and presence, while also observing his/her thoughts, feelings, images or sensations that may unfold, by being with the mover.
A phase of transition follows, allowing the experience of movement and witnessing to take shape through various modes of expression such as writing, drawing, and verbal sharing.
This process deepens through dialogue between mover and witness and gradually unfolds within the collective group setting.
---Who can attend?
The workshop welcomes participants with and without prior movement experience, who wish to connect with themselves and their body.
It can also be of special interest to professionals working in somatic practices, psychotherapy, the arts, education, or expressive arts therapies.
The workshop will give the opportunity for the creation of an ongoing group to those interested in the practice.
---The Venue
The Mindful House, 4, rue des Prés, L-5316 Contern
The workshop will take place in a renovated farmhouse, harmoniously connected with nature and its flower garden, located in the quite village of Contern, in southern of Luxembourg.
https://mindfulhouse.lu/
---Meet the facilitator
Georgia Aroni -Dance/ Movement Therapist, Authentic Movement Teacher, Supervisor (BTD, GADTSr).
My professional background in Education, Greek Civilization, Modern Dance, Authentic Movement and Dance -Movement Therapy, forms the foundation of my work, weaving togeher creativity, self-care, embodied listening, and healing. Since 1997, I have worked in the field of mental health, facilitating also seminars for mental health professionals, artists, and educators across Europe.
For the past fifteen years, I have been living in Saarland, Germany, where I work in a clinic for psychiatry, psychotherapy, and psychosomatic medicine. Additionally, I am an adjunct teacher at the University of Luxembourg, at the Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences.
Throughout my personal and professional journey- experiencing life transitions and multiple belongings, Authentic Movement has been a grounding practice that supported my growth, resilience and embodied knowing.
For the past 23 years, I have studied and practiced the Discipline of Authentic Movement with various teachers in Germany and Greece. I currently participate in a group for experienced practitioners and teach the introductory Authentic Movement seminars, for the Greek Association of Dance Therapists. I also facilitate AM circles and retreats, focusing on the therapeutic and transformative dimensions of the practice.
As part of my ongoing professional development, I completed trainings in Trauma-Informed Care and Dance-Movement Therapy Interventions, Dance Movement Therapy in Oncology, Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, and sound healing with tuning forks.
I am a mother of two adult sons who embrace humor, music, and sensitivity in everyday life.
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Date: Saturday, 22 November 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 16:00 PM
Fees for the workshop: Early bird €85 until the 5th of November (€100 after Early bird)
All materials will be provided
For Registration and information you can contact Georgia:
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