The Thinking Practitioner

94: Contact Improvisation and Bodywork (with Alicia Grayson)


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Til interviews Alicia Grayson, an expert practitioner and teacher of Contact Improvisation dance, about that form’s significance as an embodiment and movement practice. They explore its connection to other forms of movement and therapy, share their personal journeys, and discuss the similarities and differences between Contact Improv and hands-on bodywork, comparing methods and therapeutic goals. They also delve into topics such as the role of gravity, the benefits of touch sensitivity and human connection, as well as highlighting the joy and exploration involved in play.


Check out the video (which includes visual examples of Contact Improv) or get the full transcript of their conversation at Til or Whitney's sites: 

  • Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings.com 
  • Whitney Lowe’s Academy of Clinical Massage
  • Resources:

    • Alicia’s website and course schedule: aliciagrayson.com
  • Contact Improvisation resources, worldwide: ciglobalcalendar.net
  • Alicia and Til’s collaborative workshop: https://bit.ly/AMTContactImprovisation 
  • Film credits (used in video version, by kind permission):
    • "In An Old Fascian Way" directed and edited by Sasha Dodo
  • camera: Samuel Iwassaki, Veronica Olariu
  • dancers: Sasha Dodo and Dolores Dewhurst Marks
  • https://towards.contact
  • https://youtu.be/X1GPjqxbi-o
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  • About Whitney Lowe  |  About Til Luchau  |  Email Us: [email protected]

    (The Thinking Practitioner Podcast is intended for professional practitioners of manual and movement therapies: bodywork, massage therapy, structural integration, chiropractic, myofascial and myotherapy, orthopedic, sports massage, physical therapy, osteopathy, yoga, strength and conditioning, and similar professions. It is not medical or treatment advice.)

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