Dynamic Phrasing Intensive in Rotterdam

For the first time in history Maciej Kuźmiński is coming to teach a 6-days Dynamic Phrasing Intensive in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. For all (semi)professional dancers, choreographers and dance teachers: this is your chance to dive deep into this method – known for the 5 pillars – and expand your potentials using the tools that will be offered to create and re-work on your repertoire.

Dynamic Phrasing was initiated nearly 15 years ago by Maciej Kuźmiński, and has been regularly taught in Codarts and ArtEZ among others. The Intensive from June 23 until June 28 at HUIS Conny Jansen Danst is the very first Intensive of the method in the Netherlands, during which all pillars of Dynamic Phrasing will be introduced:
I – The Loop;
II – Movement Research;
III – Phrases & Repertoire;
IV – Floor Work;
V – Task Basket re-composition.

Based on these 5 pillars Dynamic Phrasing’s main goal is to create and use the flow of energy through the body. A variety of rhythms, shades of quality, images and heightened awareness to the gravity and space, builds versatility of movement language as well as ‘soft power’ in the dancer.

Dynamic Phrasing creates a complementary language of expression, while allowing one to return to the joy and peace of movement.

Before registration, please ensure you have a (semi) professional dance level.

This means you:
– (nearly) finished a higher education in ballet or contemporary dance or choreography;
– and/or have worked as a professional for some years in dance projects or companies;
– and/or participated in professional dance workshops or intensives in the past 3 years.

The DP Intensive is a rare opportunity to try all 5 Pillars of Dynamic Phrasing in one event. Structured in repeated classes this workshop allows you to immerse yourself in the physical and composition techniques, that make up the Method. Dynamic Phrasing, as a form existing for over 15 years, has mostly been taught within institutions in a closed environment – such as Codarts, ArtEZ, PERA, BDI Belgrade, WTT in Poland, and in a range of professional companies across Europe. This Intensive is a first standalone open event of it’s kind*, where you can try the method for yourself, or return to it after some time.

During the Intensive Maciej Kuźmiński, the founder of Dynamic Phrasing, will focus on guiding you to embody and discover a range of movement qualities and techniques, giving you tools to become a versatile and powerful dancer. He will guide you to discover movement based on the flow of energy, the Soft Power. He will also challenge your movement habits, inspiring you to explore a new range of potential, hidden in your body. All in the positive and driving atmosphere of the class. Ready?

What exactly do you get in the Intensive:

• 24 classes in total – 6x the Loop, 6x Floor Work, 4x Movement Research, 4x Repertoire, 4x re-composition with movement analysis
• State of the art facilities provided by a new building of Huis Conny Janssen Danst, including spacious bright studios, soft sprung floors, spacious kitchen, and a beautiful view on the river and the city of Rotterdam
• The Intensive finishes 17:30 daily. Want to go and see Rotterdam or visit dance/theater/circus performances in local cities? Go ahead.
• 6 days of structured, detailed, intense physical training, in a positive and inspiring atmosphere. Food for thought, juice for muscle.
• Plenty of knowledge about movement mechanics, movement analysis tools (including handouts) and inspiring images to take with you and work with in the future.
• 1x free Dynamic Phrasing T-shirt, 1x free Rotter damn you look good mug. 1x official certificate of completing DP Intensive course.
• An opportunity to work with the founder of Dynamic Phrasing, choreographer Maciej Kuźmiński
• A possible entry into the Dynamic Phrasing Teachers Training Programme in the future, where experience of practice in DP is required. ***

When and where is the Intensive:

• Mon 23^rd – Sat 28^th June 2025, 6 days from 12:00 – 17:30 daily.
• In the beautiful studios of
  HUIS Conny Janssen Danst, Rotterdam, Dolf Henkesplein 3, 3072 LN Rotterdam (Google maps PIN)
• On Monday 23^rd June please be there at 11:00, on 28^th June we finish at 18:00.

How large group will I work in:
We want you to feel comfortable in our studio, that is why we limit the spots to max 23 participants in total.
The invitations are based on first apply – first served rule, so make sure you reserve your spot before it’s too late.

What will your daily schedule be:
Monday June 23^rd  –  Saturday June 28^th
11:30 – 12:00 – open studio for your individual preparation (please confirm that with Mariko)
12:00 – 13:00 – DP I – the Loop class
13:15 – 14:15 – DP IV – Floor Work class
14:15 – 15:00 – Lunch break
15:00 – 16:00 – DP II – Movement Research class / DP III – Repertoire Class
16:10 – 17:30 – DP V – Task Basket re-composition class / DP III – Repertoire Class

Full price for 6-days Intensive:
€ 495,- (exclusive of VAT) for 24 classes spread over 6 days.
€ 539,55 (VAT included)

Other information

• For the Floor Work class you are advised to take long sleeved clothes, and knee / elbow pads. You never know when you might need them.
• Most of DP is done in bare feet. Please be aware of that and plan accordingly.
• Please be aware that HUIS Conny Janssen does not provide food & accommodation nor covers your accident insurance****.
• In case you have signed up and can’t attend personally, it is not possible to refund the registration fee. But it is possible to give your spot up to somebody else. This person, however, needs to go through our verification process as well, to make sure he/she matches our dance experience threshold.

Teacher Maciej Kuzmiński about Dynamic Phrasing
‘In Dynamic Phrasing we engage in dialogue with our own body by nourishing the diversity inherent to our nature and harnessing the power of gravity. This dialogue is strengthened through rigorous and multidimensional practice and a deep passion to experience movement. Dynamic Phrasing is a journey that leads us to the frontiers and limits of our bodies capacity for movement to reveal the roots and core of our being.’
Find videos of Dynamic Phrasing on the YouTube channel of Maciej Kuzmiński >>

* Sign-up, invitation based on experience

** The Intensive can only take place if the number of registrations is sufficient and all the booked spots are payed. You will be notified of this no later than June 12, 2025. When we need to cancel the course, your registration fee will be refunded.

*** The next Dynamic Phrasing Teachers Training Programme this September in south of Poland, open sign-up, invitation based on experience & motivation. Participation in DP Intensive meets the experience entry criteria.

**** HUIS Conny Janssen Danst provides professionally prepared studio for dancing, with sprung floor, even surfaces, warm and tidy.