February marks the return of Susannah and Ya'Acov from their amazing journey to visit their colleagues (and three God children) in the Amazon Rainforest - read more about that in Ya'Acov's blog post below.
We’re also excited to take a moment to reflect on a very special milestone— Movement Medicine turned 18 on January 10! It’s been a remarkable 18 years of learning, growth and transformation, and we’re filled with gratitude for all the people and experiences that have shaped our work along the way.
We are deeply engaged in the process of both developing our work and passing it on to the amazing people who have trained with us. You will find some wonderful stories of people who have been part of Movement Medicine from the outset in the Dancer’s Stories and Teacher’s Spotlights we are featuring this month.
Here's to the exciting new chapter of Movement Medicine as a “grown up” and the many more years of fine maturation to come.
One of the upcoming exciting steps in that journey is Susannah bringing the Phoenix Retreat to Germany for the first time- (Tues 8 Apr to Sun 13 Apr). After the quieter time of the last few years, she’s bringing a beautifully gentle and yet clear energy to this profound work.
NEWSFLASH
Join Ya’Acov and Susannah for a free fireside chat on Thursday 20 Feb, on the Summer Long Dance, featuring a guided practice and a Q&A session.
See near the bottom of the newsletter for more information.
The early bird offer for what is one of our most popular workshops - Initiation- ends on March 6th, so book now to take advantage of the discount. Initiation is a cornerstone workshop on the Movement Medicine path and is truly life changing.
"I was amazed, how well and thoroughly prepared were all elements of ceremonies and every single part of it. I could feel that it's working such with such a precision, and all aspects are going in the direction of creativity and healing. No matter how difficult my or other participants' experiences were, I felt like we have written a new story.’
Alicija, Poland
We are also super excited to share that the first Movement Medicine Apprenticeship in Poland will be starting in November 2025 with the wonderful pair of Anna Sierpowska leading the Apprenticeship, accompanied by Kaya T. Sertic.
Anna says: "We can’t wait to welcome our first group of apprentices and embark on this incredible journey together!"
We are delighted to share Susannah's most recent intimate podcast, in conversation with Catherine Llewellyn. Amongst other things, she speaks about how dance, empathy and the capacity to let go have been so important and interlinked in her own life experience.
QUICK LINKS TO UPCOMING
SCHOOL EVENTS
- The Study Hub: This month's theme in the Movement Medicine Study Hub is "Who am I? Poetry of the Soul” with Keef Wesolowski-Miles.
- Is the Summer Long Dance for me? An online fireside chat with Ya'Acov and Susannah [Thu 20 Feb]
- Metamorphosis: An 'in room' workshop with Susannah [Fri 28 Feb - Sun 2 Mar] Aarau, Switzerland
- Equinox Tribal Heart Ceremony: An online ceremony with Susannah and Ya'Acov [Fri 21 Mar]
- Ecstasis: An 'in room' workshop with Ya'Acov [Fri 2 Apr- Sun 6 Apr] Praha, Czechia
- Phoenix Retreat: An intensive workshop with Susannah [Tue 8 Apr - Sun 13 Apr 2025] Germany
- Beyond Muscle & Bone: An 'in room' workshop with Ya'Acov [Fri 18 Apr- Sun 20 Apr] Budapest, Hungary
Each month, our newsletters bring you news of all that Susannah and Ya’Acov are offering in the near future. We also share stories from dancers about how Movement Medicine has touched them in their day to day lives, and Teacher's Spotlights to showcase our extraordinary spectrum of teachers.
Alongside this, each month either Susannah or Ya’Acov write the Founder’s Blog where they share more personally about what’s moving them.
The founder's Blog
YA'ACOV's latest post is now available
Ya'Acov shares some of the magic, majesty and mystery of our time in the Amazon Rainforest with an amazing group of Movement Medicine dancers.
February'S DANCER STORies
Here's Ben wonderful story highlighting the birth of Movement Medicine and 18 years of healing, growth, and transformation.
And here is Catherine's story in which she shares how over 25 years, dance became her path to healing, self-love, and connection, helping her find joy and wisdom in movement.
February'S SPOTLIGHT
We’re excited to share David Mooney’s story—a seasoned Movement Medicine teacher and psychotherapist—reflecting on his journey, passion, and the transformative power of dance and healing.
We love hearing about how life on the Movement Medicine dance floor effects the dance of your life. If you have a story to share, please get in touch.
UPCOMING EVENTS WITH FOUNDERS
FEBRUARY's Study Hub Lesson
WHO AM I? POETRY OF THE SOUL
We are delighted that poet and Movement Medicine teacher Keef Wesolowski-Miles is our guest teacher on the Study Hub this month to help us all explore the dance of embodied soul poetry.
Keef says: "I am excited to share this month's journey with you. I strongly believe that we are all artists and all collaborators in the dance of consciousness. Life at its essence is creative."
is the summer long dance for you?
WHO AM I? POETRY OF THE SOUL
Join Ya'Acov and Susannah for a FREE fireside chat where they’ll share the essence, origins, and significance of the Summer Long Dance, our not-for-profit flagship event.
They’ll also guide you through a brief practice to help you sense if this ceremony is right for you, followed by a Q&A.
metamorphosis
Fri 28 Feb - Sun 2 Mar 2025
Aarau, Switzerland
WITH SUSANNAH
Wherever you are on your life journey, you are invited to bring your quest to the dance floor. Come and allow the spirit of movement to catalyse your next metamorphosis into who you are becoming.
Susannah's support and leadership allows you to experience the transformative and revelatory possibilities of bringing your existential dilemmas onto the dance floor. Sometimes it's raw and emotional, sometimes it's simple and clear, sometimes profoundly joyous. It's all OK.
Thanking you
for being part of this worldwide community and for your attention! We wish you all the very best for the rest of February,
with warmth,
Susannah, Ya’Acov and the School of Movement Medicine Team.
