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samsmovement — movement classes, workshops and performance

To be fully alive, we need to practice aliveness

Philosophy

Fighting and dancing is the spectrum with which Sam works best. He uses multiple martial arts disciplines and dance-forms to create games, situations, exercises that all serve to touch and improve peoples lives. The biggest benefits are to improve physical capability and communication. This philosophy has many layers and is further expressed in his art and performances.

A method for dancers / performers: Integrated martial-arts

As dancers, we spend years learning fundamental movements— and refining techniques.

IMA adds a new spark of interaction, unpredictability, and deep-exploration.

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Weekly practice

Explore movement together in a weekly practice. Open to every body, no experience needed.

Movement Class, Tuesday 18:00–19:00 at Shoonya Studio. Sam guiding a partner through a slow arm exercise.

In between the worlds of dancing and fighting, you’ll explore your full movement potential. Instead of repeating patterns, you’ll discover new ways to move, respond, and create.

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Meditations

Time TBA

Letting go of thoughts and tensions, to make place for joy and lovingness. First a bit more in personal experience, then in your life.

FAQ

What exactly is a movement class?

In a movement class you’ll practice different concepts such as balance, strength and agility. The exercises are inspired by dance and martial arts, which makes the practice creative, unique and playful.

What does it cost?

€150 for a 10 class pass. Free for Capoeira Graz members.

Do I need any experience?

No, these classes are accessible to anyone that is open and curious!

How do I join my first class?

Please join our community, notify Sam via a WhatsApp message and come over — you’re welcome.

Workshops / events

Deep-dives and unique events on movement topics.

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What people say

I had multiple sessions with Sam. A creative playful handstand class and an acrobatic, martial art class. Sam teaches in creative, interesting and safe way so that true natural movement can unfold. Where most movement classes are rigid in instructions, Sam creates games where your body can find its own way. Which helps develop intelligence in movement.

Nick Vos

Professional acrobat

Performance

Portrait of Sam as Kopala, wearing a white fur hood with painted face

Act 01

Kopala, The Monkey

Kopala free wild animal amongst humans. He responds honest, curious and instinctive to its environment. He will perfectly mirror the energy of the person or audience in front of him. He moves soft and smooth, looks and assesses. Are you ready to meet him?

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Act 02

Vorm Mij

A living sculpture, fashioned from a massive lump of clay, which the public can shape with their own hands. Using clay as an organic medium literally places the magic in the hands of the audience. Participants are encouraged to knead, feel, and mold the material to their heart's content. Guided by the artist, a surreal, hands-on journey of discovery unfolds—one in which the spectators and the artwork influence one another.

Art

Contact

Quick questions
+436509602922
Say hello
@samsmovement
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