Wednesdays 10-11:30AM May and June 2026
Mascher Space
1170 S Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19146
DESCRIPTION: Essential Level Spiral Body Techniques® classes introduce and develop foundational movement principles, emphasizing increasing whole-self dancing, articulation and coordinated availability of the ball-and-socket joints, and moving with a dynamic center through the release and reengagement of musculature. All phrasework in SBT is spontaneously composed, so both the teacher and the student are practicing learning the phrase at the same time, generating repeatable phrases of increasing complexity with an emphasis on building trust in body intelligence more than "getting the steps right." We will practice the somatics of sensing and exploring these movements in order to “really dance” the more complex phrasework. Spiral Body Techniques® (SBT) is the dance and movement framework developed by choreographer Molly Shanahan. This SBT® class series for Philly Dance Share will be taught by Kalila Kingsford Smith, a certified Essential Level SBT teacher. For more information about Spiral Body Techniques® visit www.mollyshanahanspiralbody.com
These classes are intended for intermediate contemporary dancers, with all levels welcome to participate, making mindful adjustments to suit their abilities. Long sleeves and/or kneepads recommended.
Masks will be optional
LEVEL: Intermediate
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