2024 Movement Fundamentals Summer Coalescence - Asserting Artistry | Sourcing Self
MF Introductory Intensive - Part I | July 18 - 20, 2024
This three-day intensive teaches how the MF paradigm (tenets, principles, and 4 Phases Practice) is an all-abilities training program for Liberating Bodies as Dance Artists and Moving in Life & Art. Facilitation by Jane Hawley with Brenda Harris, Scott Hurley, Dana McConnell, Sarah Frydenlund, Birte Heinecke, Sophia Rog, Shellie Matt, and MF Student Research Coordinator, Anna Stenerson.
MF Research & Development - Part II | July 21 - 23, 2024
This three-day intensive is open to all bodies for further engagement with the ongoing research and development of the MF paradigm by artists with MF Certification and those seeking or completing MF Certification. Facilitation by Jane Hawley with Miranda Beyer, Katie Bevers, McKay Bram, Cory Eull, Taylor Gomez, Brenda Harris, Judith Howard, Scott Hurley, Brennan Wilder, and MF Student Research Coordinator, Anna Stenerson.
MF Open Studio, Open Space, & Mentoring Sign up - Part III | July 24, 2024
An opportunity to practice, open your research to anyone or receive one-on-one feedback from Jane or other MF Certified Artists. First come, first serve. Email Jane to schedule a time.
Course Fees
- Individual MF One Day Session: $90
- Total 3-day MF "Introductory Intensive" Course: $250
- Total 3-day MF "Research and Development" Course: $250
- Total for both MF "Introductory Intensive and MF Research and Development" Courses: $400
- Presenters do not pay for sessions but will pay for their lodging, meals, and the 7 pm Food and Games banquet (July 20 and/or July 23).
Course Fees do not include food, lodging, or the Luther facility fee. A fee for the Food and Games banquet will be added to your final bill.
Thursday, July 18 | MF Introductory Intensive (part I) - Day 1
| 8 - 9 am | Registration Welcome - Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
| 9 - 10 | Cosmic Orbit – Brenda Harris and Scott Hurley | ||
| 10:30-12:30 | Movement Fundamentals I: Practices of Alignment & Function - Dana McConnell | ||
| 2 - 4 pm | Movement Fundamentals II: Practices of Range & Efficiency - Sarah Frydenlund | ||
| 4 - 5 pm | MF Attendee Feedback & Response – Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
Friday, July 19 |MF Introductory Intensive (part I) - Day 2
| 9 am - 12 pm | Movement Fundamentals III: Practices of Vocabulary & Intention - Sophia Rog | ||
| 2 - 4 pm | Four Phases Practice - Birte Heinecke & Jane Hawley | ||
| 4 - 5 pm | MF Attendee Feedback & Response – Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
Saturday, July 20 | MF Introductory Intensive (part I) - Day 3
| 9 am - 12 pm |
| MF & Jungian Explorative | Integration of Shadow – Shellie Matt and Jane Hawley | |
| 2 - 4 pm | MF & Jungian Dreamscapes & Active Imagination – Shellie Matt and Jane Hawley | ||
| 4 - 5 pm | MF Attendee Feedback & Response – Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
| 7 pm | Food & Games | Playing the “How” of the MF Paradigm - Birte Heinecke & Jane Hawley | ||
Sunday, July 21 | MF Research and Development (part II) - Day 1
| 8 - 9 am | Welcome and Introduction - Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
| 9 - 11 am | MF Certification Project Endometriosis: Laying to Rest - McKay Bram | ||
| 11 am - 12 pm | MF Attendee Feedback & Response – Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
| 2 - 4 pm | MF in Early Childhood Dance Education - Taylor Gomez | ||
| 4 - 5 pm | MF Attendee Feedback & Response – Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
Monday, July 22 | MF Research and Development (part II) - Day 2
| 8 am - 9 am | Xinyi Bagua - Brenda Harris, Scott Hurley | ||
| 9 - 11 am | Resting in Nuanced Existence: Disability, Dialectics, and Creative Self-Advocacy – Cory Eull | ||
| 11 -12:00 pm | MF Attendee Feedback & Response – Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
| 2 - 4 pm | Structure Without a Cause – Judith Howard | ||
| 4 - 5 pm | MF Attendee Feedback & Response – Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
Tuesday, July 23 | MF Research and Development (part II) - Day 3
| 8 am - 9 am | Building A First Aid Kit – Brenda Harris and Scott Hurley | ||
| 9 - 10 am | 4 Phases for Pre-Teens/Teenagers – Brennan Wilder | ||
| 10 - 11 am | Making Space – Miranda Beyer | ||
| 11 -12:00 pm | MF Attendee Feedback & Response – Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
| 2 - 4 pm | Mapping Spiritual Growth through MF and Soil – Katie Bevers | ||
| 4 - 5 pm | MF Attendee Feedback & Response – Jane Hawley and Anna Stenerson | ||
| 7 pm | Food & Games | Playing the “How” of the MF Paradigm - Birte Heinecke & Jane Hawley | ||
Wednesday, July 24 | MF Open Studio, Open Space, and Mentoring (Part III)
An opportunity to practice, open your research to anyone or receive one-on-one feedback from Jane or other MF Certified Artists. First come, first serve. Contact Jane to sign up for a time.
For a complete schedule with session descriptions, click here.
Residence Hall Information
If you choose to stay on campus you will be staying in Farwell Hall. This residence hall is located nearby Dahl Centennial Union. Farwell Hall houses people in one- and two-person rooms, which comprise three clusters on each floor. Each cluster has its own common living area and set of bathrooms.
Features of Farwell Hall
- A laundry room or kitchen is located on each floor (kitchen on floors 3 and 6)
- Access Card controlled entry to residence hall (all guests will receive an access card when they check-in)
- A large study/social lounge with fireplace, kitchen, and conference room is located on the 8th floor.
- Free WiFi
- Free laundry machines (bring your own soap)
Room Information
- All rooms have Twin XL mattresses and include pillows and blankets.
- Each guest receives a linen packet that contains two flat twin XL sheets, pillowcase, towel, hand towel, and a wash cloth.
- Restrooms and showers are shared. Each restroom has individual shower and toilet stalls.
- All rooms are air conditioned
- Please remember that you are staying in a college residence hall designed for 18-22 year old students. We provide our guests with basic, comfortable housing.
Campus Dining Options
Oneota Market | Open Monday - Friday from 7:30 am to 3 pm
Oneota Market overlooks the beautiful landscape of the Oneota Valley in Dahl Centennial Union. Oneota offers a full selection of freshly made menu items, including: Simply to Go pre-made items, Impact Coffee, Baked Goods from the Luther Bakery, Breakfast All Day, Wraps, Sandwiches and Paninis, Daily Specials.
Cafeteria | hours of operation coming soon.