Home Practice is a self-guided programme of inclusive contemporary dance class and workshop that introduce a variety approaches to inclusive dance practice. As the name suggests, all sessions are suitable to practice at home, wherever that may be.
Home Practice is not about imitating what happens in the studio during a typical contemporary dance class but aims to support dancers' continued process of learning whilst at home. All content is intended to be inclusive whether you are disabled or non-disabled.
Home Practice highlights the solo experience in a class context, encouraging participants to own their own contemporary dance practice - free of over-critical comparison to others. It aims to build confidence for individual dancers to return to the studio when the time is right.
In this video, the audio class is an exploration of emphasis. This is an audio journey that starts with settling into your surroundings, followed by waking up the surfaces of your skin, and then an invitation to dance from the discoveries you make. All supported by sound and music by Hannah Miller.
In preparation, you may like to clear some space for this class or even go outside. Listen out for more instructions in the audio.
This class is best done without the screen unless you need subtitles. If you are using the YouTube version, remember Nadenh is sharing his approach to Tom’s instructions which may be different to your own movement. In the opening of the class Tom mentions the ‘ground’ this class can be done in or out of your wheelchair to enable you to get closer to the ground or you can substitute the word ground for your base or surface that supports you.
We would love to experience all the different interpretations of Tom’s audio class. You can help us celebrate diverse dancers by recording your version and tagging us in your social media.
If you would prefer just the audio track for this class, visit our SoundCloud here:
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For more information about Home Practice and our inclusive dance methodologies, visit our website: [ Ссылка ]
We are delivering Home Practice free of charge during the difficult times of Covid-19 pandemic, but if you are able to donate however small, please click here. Thank you: [ Ссылка ]
Information about this video:
Film made by Floyd Kondé
Logo sting music by Jim Pinchen
Supported by Arts Council England and Farnham Maltings
Music:
The Moulettes
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DISCLAIMER:
We advise that you clear enough space so that you can move and focus. Although Home Practice sessions often start gradually and build, you may want to warm yourself up so that you are fully prepared for the session.
Home Practice is a chance to develop your individual dance style, so please personalise the class to your needs. If you need any clarification on instructions or intentions please send us a comment. Stopgap Dance Company and the Home Practice Team regularly organise webinars to share ideas, translations and feedback - if you feel this would be valuable for your practice please contact us.
Please be aware that if you engage in Home Practice, you agree that you do so at your own risk and therefore release Stopgap Dance Company from any claims known or unknown, arising out of negligence.
