Donna Redlick
Somatic Studies and Dance: Teacher Training & Mentorship
Become a Somatic-based Dance Educator

​​This 150 hour certificate program is for the dance artist/ teacher who is interested in somatic studies and learning how to teach dance with a somatic approach. The program is rooted in Laban Movement Studies, Bartenieff Fundamentals, Developmental Movement Patterning and Creative Dance Practices, from a phenomenological perspective. Learn how to teach dance from principles and concepts that support students to work from internal sensation. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​This program is geared towards dance artists and dance teachers who have already completed their core dance training (or are in process of completing). ​​​
​​Step 1
​​​​​ Complete 3 Preparatory Courses (preferably before Module 1 begins)
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Somatics and Dance: Seminar Class (10 hours) - this course must be completed with Donna online or in person ​
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Introduction to Bartenieff Fundamentals (15 hours) -course can be completed with any CMA in your community​​​​
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Introduction to Laban Movement Studies (15 hours) - course can be completed with any CMA in your community ​​
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Attend 5 somatic-based dance classes in your community taught by a RSDE, RSME, or RSMT
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complete 3 one-on-one sessions with a RSME or RSMT​​
RSDE, RSME and RSMT are registered through ISMETA - International Somatic Movement Educators and Therapists Association.
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​Step 2
Begin your application process for the modules. There are four modules in total. See descriptions below.
Only those who meet prerequisites, and who have completed their core dance training, are eligible to apply.
Upon completion of all four modules (110 hours)​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​, in high standing, students receive your certificate of completion. There is no grading however students must meet standards of practice and training in order to complete training. Standards of practice are outlined in each module.
Apply for Modular Training
Deadline to apply for Module 1 is February 17th, 2025
Commonly Asked Questions:
Can I apply for one of the modules without applying for the entire certificate training program?
Yes! if you are only interested in doing one module, as professional development, you can do that but you still need to send in an application. Only those who have completed Introduction to Bartenieff can apply for Module 1 and only those who have completed Introduction to Laban can apply for Module 2 and 3. Module 4 is for certificate students only. ​​
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What if I can't make the dates for Module 1 training? Can I begin at Module 2?
Yes, however, if you want to complete the training in its entirety you will eventually need to complete Module 1. You can only apply for Module 4 once you have completed Modules 1, 2 and 3.
5 days in person
Embodied Practice and the Sensing Body: Full Body Connectivity through Developmental Movement Patterning and Bartenieff Fundamentals.
March 17th-21st, 2025
POSTPONED until further notice
Vancouver, BC
Fee: $865.00
Early Bird Fee: $800
if you pay before Feb 17th
Module 2
5 days in person
Moving in Relation: Shape, Space and Environment
July 7th-11th, 2025
Vancouver, BC
Fee: $865.00
Early Bird Fee: $800
if you pay by June 7th
Module 3
5 days in person
Dynamics, Phrasing and Personal Expression
Dates TBA
Vancouver, BC
Fee: $865.00
Module 4
2 days in person + teaching project + mentorship
Synthesizing Material: Class Planning
Dates TBA
Vancouver, BC
Fee: $700.00
Testimonial of the First Graduate from the Program:
"Studying with Donna deeply changed my understanding of my body and my teaching. The one-a-one structure of this teaching/mentorship program allowed for personal growth in a very unique way: I felt heard, supported, encouraged, and that I could ask what I really needed to support my learning, as a dance artist and a dance educator. My movement and my teachings are never going to be the same and I am excited to see what comes next!"
- Carolina Bergonzoni ​
photo above by Rui Nunes and Tonya Ng of students in class with Donna
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