The Nature Within us
with Ori Flomin
Connecting movement, healing, and creativity through the five elements theory.
This workshop invites participants to explore the moving body through the integration of dance and Shiatsu (Japanese pressure-point bodywork), promoting the natural flow of energy and uncovering new creative pathways. By engaging with the healing principles of Shiatsu and improvisational practices inspired by the Five Elements Theory—Earth, Metal, Water, Wood, and Fire—we will awaken our dancing bodies and expand our creative potential.
In Eastern philosophy, the flow of energy, or qi, is fundamental to maintaining balance and health. This energy travels through pathways called meridians, each associated with one of the five elements. These elements reflect qualities we encounter in daily life: for example, our need for warmth and connection relates to the fire element, symbolizing compassion and vitality.
Participants will learn to locate and explore the meridians physically, practicing self-bodywork and partnering techniques rooted in Shiatsu to balance energy. Building on this, we will use improvisational tasks and imagery to embody the qualities of each element—grounding, fluidity, adaptability, compassion, and more—transforming this awareness into movement. This practice not only fosters physical and emotional harmony but also serves as a foundation for discovering choreographic ideas, individually and collaboratively.
Through these explorations, dancers will deepen their understanding of how energy and movement intertwine. They will gain tools to access balance, creativity, and inspiration within their own bodies, connecting their physical and emotional selves to their artistic practice.
Ori’s teaching emphasizes dialogue, encouraging dancers to connect personally with the material and find their unique voices. Using humor and vivid imagery, he creates a supportive environment where participants can explore, experiment, and discover freely.
Ori Flomin is a NYC-based dance artist, shiatsu and yoga practitioner.







