All of the teachers on this site are qualified to teach and are members of the The Movement Medicine Association, and are therefore signed up to the rigorous ethics and codes of conduct expected of them. The Association's role is to uphold the ethics and standards of its members.
Movement is Life
Movement Medicine® is a creative, embodied practice rooted in ancient wisdom and scientific understanding. Get grounded in your body, in touch with your purpose, and discover the wellspring of resilience and resource within you. Movement Medicine will connect you to the wisdom of living from the heart, the joy of knowing who you are and the fulfilment of making your unique contribution.
Movement is Medicine
Experience the unbroken intelligence of life within you, and the joy of human connection through this dynamic and innovative dancing path.
Upcoming Events
Our calendar includes all in person and online events taught by Ya'Acov, Susannah and all of our teachers around the world.
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Meet the Founders
Ya'ACov & Susannah Darling Khan
Ya'Acov and Susannah have been teaching movement as medicine since 1989 and founded Movement Medicine in 2007. They inspire people from all walks of life to get moving, and courageously make their contribution to life. They have trained hundreds of teachers and inspired thousands of people worldwide to live their lives rooted in the creative power of the beat that's in you too.
The Path
Go Deeper with Movement Medicine
The Movement Medicine Path is a dancing path. A path where movement is your medicine, where you are both respected as the one you are and challenged to become all you can be. A path where community and individuality are mutually enhancing and you learn to alchemise the past, be present, and play your role in creating the future. Do you hear the drums calling you?
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The map will show the growing number of places worldwide where you can study with one of our trained Movement Medicine Professionals. And if there's no-one near you yet, join the Study Hub or why not invite a teacher to come to you?
The Study Hub
A global village of practice
The Study Hub is a brilliant place to begin or deepen your journey. With weekly online content and a welcoming community, you can experience the benefits of consistent Movement Medicine practice. It is home to Susannah and Ya'Acov's most current and cutting edge teachings.
Voices from the dancefloor
Hear directly from people who've experienced Movement Medicine.
Why Movement Medicine? Because it works! I recommend this work, without hesitation, as the most effective, wholesome, transformative & well integrated modality that I’ve known. - Dorrie Joy, Artist and Keeper of ancient crafts
Frequently Asked Questions
Need more information? Explore our extensive frequently asked questions. It's likely that the answer to your question is here for you!
How do I find out if a Teacher is Qualified to teach Movement Medicine®?
How can I find out if there is a trained Movement Medicine teacher near me?
Please click here to find the wonderful array of trained teachers around the world. Use the filtering system to find out who's close by. If there's no-one near you, maybe you'll become that person 😉.
Click here for all Movement Medicine events and use the advanced filtering system to help you to find what you are looking for.
Do I have to believe in what you believe in to participate?
No, absolutely not. Movement Medicine requires no belief, only the willingness to move, engage and discover what is true for you. Movement Medicine is a non dogmatic, non religious yet spiritual and personal development practice for our times. Our guiding principles are that everyone matters and everyone has something to contribute. Our work is designed to support participants to access and strengthen this.
Courtesy, respect and kindness to others is an inherent part of the culture of Movement Medicine.
How do I start my Movement Medicine path?
Wherever you begin, the Path describes the Movement Medicine® journey from Beginner to Apprentice to Professional and beyond. Learn more about the different potential path ways on your Movement Medicine journey by exploring The Path.
Where can I listen to music by Susannah or Ya'Acov?
Check out our online discography where you'll find all the music and guided practices which have been created by Susannah and Ya'Acov DK.
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