Welcome to May's newsletter!
Two immediate things for your attention.
Tonight Tue 6 May, Ya’Acov and Susannah are offering a FREE online Fireside to share more about Initiation (apologies to those who believe it was schedule for Thu 8th- it will be recorded and added to the event page) and the workshop of the same name that takes place in October.
Also, the super early bird for Ya’Acov’s Online Phoenix Rising journey in the Autumn ends at midnight 13 May.
It always amazes us how quickly the year begins to move once that Beltane energy kicks in. If you weren't at Susannah and Ya’Acov’s Online Beltane ceremony last Friday, you can still dance to the recording, something we have found surprisingly powerful. May is a busy month for us with workshops in many places (see quick links below) and preparing for our core event of the year- the Summer Long Dance.
We hope to see you there.
Wishing you all everything that you need to continue to discover who you are and the courage to offer what’s yours to give.
We are thrilled to share some exciting news. After years of working in the Czech Republic, David Mooney is now offering the first Movement Medicine Apprenticeship to be held there, which is also his 4th and Movement Medicine's 14th (thus called AP14). Scroll down for David’s own AP story.
"It is a real joy of joys for me to offer this soul enquiry space that is the Movement Medicine Apprenticeship program, so I am delighted to invite you to the first Movement Medicine Apprenticeship in the Czech Republic which will be starting in February 2026. We are half full already so get in touch soon if you are interested. This Apprenticeship will be taught in English.”
David Mooney
QUICK LINKS TO UPCOMING
SCHOOL EVENTS
- The Study Hub: This month's theme in the Movement Medicine Study Hub is "Spirit Team” with Susannah
- Initiation Fireside Talk: An online mini- practice and Q & A with Ya'Acov and Susannah [Tue 6 May]
- Fierce Wisdom: An 'in room' workshop with Susannh [Fri 9 May - Sun 11 May] Zagreb, Croatia
- Divining Purpose: An 'in room' workshop with Ya'Acov [Fri 9 May - Sun 11 May] Zaandam, Netherlands
- The Source of Power: An 'in room' workshop with Ya'Acov [Fri 30 May - Sun 1 Jun] Warsaw, Poland
- Divining Purpose: An 'in room' workshop with Ya'Acov [Fri 6 Jun - Sun 8 Jun] Lucerne, Switzerland
- Summer Solstice Tribal Heart 2025: An online ceremony with Susannah and Ya'Acov [Fri 20 Jun] Online
- Dancing with the Heart of the World Q&A: An online Q & A with Ya'Acov and Susannah [Tue 24 Jun]
- Summer Long Dance: An 'in the marquee' ceremony with Susannah and Ya'Acov [Sat 19 Jul- Fri 25 Jul] Hillyfield Woodland Farm, Devon
Each month, our newsletters share upcoming offerings from Susannah and Ya’Acov, along with personal stories from dancers and teachers about how Movement Medicine impacts their daily lives. See below for more.
This month in our Founder’s Blogs, Ya'Acov offers insight into the essence of the Initiation workshop.
The founder's Blog
YA'Acov's latest post is now available
Here Ya'Acov talks about why Initiation matters and the Initiation workshop in particular.
May's story
David Mooney invites you to the next Movement Medicine Apprenticeship in the Czech Republic—a powerful journey of healing, creativity, and purpose. Rooted in decades of therapeutic and movement experience, this program offers deep personal transformation and connection within a supportive community.
If you feel the call, this may be your next step.
May'S spotlight
This month’s Spotlight features Loes Velter, a Movement Medicine teacher from the Netherlands. Through her work with adults, children, and people with Parkinson’s, Loes shares dance as a path to connection, healing, and presence. Her story is a moving glimpse into a life shaped by the power of movement.
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 using the contact form.
Thank you!
UPCOMING EVENTS WITH FOUNDERS
May's Study Hub Lesson
SPIRIT TEAM
WITH SUSANNAH
In this month's Hub enquiry Susannah brings rational and intuitive ways of thinking about your "Spirit Team." We're looking into this subtle level of interconnection and how it can support the dignity and beauty of your life. As humans we inhabit the mythic, symbolic and imaginal realm whether or not we are conscious of it. This month on the Hub, come and explore your relationship with your spiritual, energetic or imaginal support system.
Initiation Fireside Talk, Mini-Practice and Q & A
WITH SUSANNAH AND YA'ACOV
Tue 6 MAY 2025 - ONLINE
This intimate gathering is a chance to sit by the virtual fireside and explore the heart and spirit of Initiation, their powerful 7-day dance intensive.
Initiation is a deep, imaginative journey through the nine cycles of life—from conception to death- designed to bring healing, awareness, and transformation to your personal story. Through movement, ritual, and reflection, participants are guided to accept, digest, and release the past, take responsibility for the present, and co-create a future in harmony with their purpose.
EARLY BIRD ENDS JUNE 5 2025
WORKSHOPS THIS WEEKEND with Susannah & Ya'Acov IN CROATIA AND HOLLAND
FIERCE WISDOM
WITH SUSANNAH
Fri 9 May - Sun 11 May 2025
Zagreb, Croatia
The rich initiation of this weekend with Susannah is designed as a women's inter-generational tapestry of mutual witnessing, learning, sharing and growth. We will dance. We will create ceremony together. We will move and be moved, sing, dance, weep, laugh and transform, together.
DIVINING PURPOSE
with YA'ACOV
Fri 9 May - Sun 11 May 2025
ZAANDAM, NETHERLANDS
"Divining Purpose" is a transformative workshop created to help you reconnect with your soul’s purpose and align with something greater—timed with the potent energy of Beltane.
In a world full of distractions and pressure, purpose offers clarity and direction. Through rhythm, movement, and deep listening, you’ll explore what truly matters to you and uncover the gifts you’re here to share.
Join us to move, reflect, and awaken the purpose that guides your life.
the source of power
with YA'ACOV
Fri 30 May - Sun 1 june 2025
warsaw, poland
The creative force at the heart of life is powerful, natural, and deeply inspiring. When fully embraced, it becomes a wellspring of vitality, connection & purpose. Beyond guilt, shame, and blame lies the freedom to move and awaken a dynamic energy that can enrich every part of your life.
Many of us have been taught to suppress or mistrust this inner power. Few are encouraged to explore and understand it. Movement Medicine offers a potent path to heal, reclaim, and celebrate the vibrant life force within you.
Thanking you
for being part of this worldwide community and for your attention! We wish you all the very best for the rest of May,
with warmth,
Susannah, Ya’Acov and the School of Movement Medicine Team.
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