The advanced training will work practically and theoretically with early childhood movement development according to Body-Mind Centering® (BMC) and the Laban/Bartenieff Movement Studies (LBBS). Basic principles and techniques of movement work and dance improvisation will be taught. By:

• a continuous link between theory and practice
• the linking of artistic and pedagogical principles to movement
• the self-experience with movement development
• as well as sensorimotor bodywork
• multiprofessional team
• consulting and process support for the transfer of the contents on site in the facilities

The training supports professionals to introduce and establish methods of dance education in their respective institutions. Participants are given practical tools to design movement programs and dance projects according to the current state of pedagogical dance education for children and adolescents and to integrate different concepts and practices. The focus is on access to movement through a creative and artistic process.

To educators, teachers, pedagogues in elementary education, day care centers and social pedagogical institutions who work with children and want to use their competences in the field of dance and movement as well as people who are curious about new movement and body experiences. Attendance of an introductory workshop is a prerequisite for participation.