Workshops
Antonis Pasvantis
September 4th at 17:00What happens when movement stops being a thought and becomes absolute presence? In the context of MadFest, we invite you to an experiential Flow Arts workshop with the staff as the central tool.
A seminar open to all levels. From people who hold a staff for the first time, to those who already have experience and want to evolve their relationship with the object.
The Discovery of the State of Flow
“Flow” is not just a technique; it is a mental and physical state where time slows down, the inner voice falls silent and focus becomes effortless. Through rhythmic repetition, balance and coordination, we discover the State of Flow: that moment when the body, the mind and the staff become one, turning the practice into pure creativity and play.
What we will explore in the Workshop:
Fundamental Principles & Spins: Introduction to the object, basic rotations, patterns and transitions.
Coordination & Balance: How we trust gravity and centrifugal force to create smooth movement.
Unlocking the Flow: Connectivity exercises to pass from individual figures to free, organic expression.
Goal of the Seminar:
To get a meaningful first taste of the world of Flow Arts, to feel the therapeutic energy of conscious movement and to leave with the tools to continue your own journey.
Level: Open to all (Beginner Friendly / All Levels)
Equipment: If you have your own staff bring it with you! There will also be available equipment for the needs of the seminar.
Come get into the rhythm and discover your own flow!
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Kareem Mansour
September 4th at 19:00Set in the sacred land of Crete, where Egyptian and Hellenic spiritual traditions historically intersected, this workshop invites you to explore the intersection of ancient Egyptian and Greek wisdom and teachings.
What if the temples of Egypt and the sanctuaries of Greece were speaking the same spiritual language?
This workshop explores the profound wisdom shared by these neighboring civilizations through mythology, philosophy, movement, breath, and meditation. Journey into the Ancient Egyptian understanding of the sacred heart (Ib) while discovering surprising parallels with Greek spirituality. From harmony and self-knowledge to the balance of opposing forces.
Together we’ll explore how these timeless teachings can help us cultivate inner peace, deeper intuition, and a more meaningful connection with ourselves and the world around us.
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Lucia Makova
September 5th at 19:00A grounding yoga practice inspired by the strength and steadiness of the Cretan mountains.
Through conscious breathing, Mountain Pose, simple balancing postures, gentle stretches and accessible backbends, participants will explore practical ways to feel more stable, present and connected to their bodies.
The workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as experienced practitioners. No previous yoga experience or flexibility is required.
Come as you are. Every body is welcome.
About Lucia
Lucia is a certified yoga teacher with more than 500 hours of teacher training in Hatha Yoga, Yogasana, Bhakti yoga and pre- and postnatal yoga. With over twelve years of personal practice, she teaches with a strong focus on conscious breathing, alignment and mindful movement. Her classes are calm, clear and accessible, helping people build stability, body awareness and confidence in their practice.
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Sofia Pateli
September 6th 17:00An experiential workshop that will lead us into the world of theater through play, movement, and creative expression. The workshop includes getting-to-know-you games and activation of the body and voice, basic tools of theatrical practice, as well as exercises in trust, cooperation, and group interaction. Afterwards, the participants will learn the fundamental principles of theatrical improvisation and will experiment with techniques of spontaneous creation through short improvisational scenes, inspired by the myths and stories that surround the action of Zeus.
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