
Explore the physicality of Contact Improvisation through presence and weight. This workshop uses guided explorations to sharpen perception, clarifying how the body meets another without forcing an outcome. Rather than relying on familiar habits, participants practice staying grounded as movement shifts, focusing on weight transfer, support, and the precision of touch. Participants will be led to sense how action begins before intention, discovering how small shifts in attention change the direction of a dance. This practice invites a deeper physical honesty through responsive, unfolding movement. Participants are welcome to sign up for one or both sessions separately. Level: Open
16 June 2026, 7pm to 9pm
17 June 2026, 7pm to 9pm
Participants are welcome to sign up for one or both sessions separately.
Instructor's Bio
Yong Wei Li is a Singaporean dance artist and educator whose work integrates improvisation, contact improvisation, and somatic movement practices. Holding an MFA in Dance from Arizona State University—where he received the Outstanding Graduate Creative Work Award and the Distinguished Teacher Award—he has facilitated workshops and shared his practice across the U.S., Canada, China, Jordan, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Singapore. His teaching spans professional dancers, art students, seniors, individuals living with dementia, children on the autism spectrum, and early childhood settings. Whether working in studios, community centres, or care facilities, Yong Wei remains attentive to how movement shapes the ways we relate—to ourselves, to others, and to the world around us.
Early Bird (19 Mar - 18 Apr 2026) 25% off
$30.00
Standard
$40.00
Concession*
$28.00
*Only for Senior Citizens Aged 55 and above, Students Aged 25 and below with valid student ID, National Servicemen NSF, and Persons with Disabilities (PWD).
Donors Discount (from 19 April 2026) 20% off
$32.00
T.H.E Emanate (from 19 April 2026) 20% off
$32.00
T.H.E Embrace (from 19 April 2026) 15% off
$34.00
T.H.E Embark (from 19 April 2026) 10% off
$36.00
Ticket Pricing excludes Booking Fee, as follows:
$6.00 booking fee per ticket for tickets above $60.00
$4.00 booking fee per ticket for tickets between $40.01 and $60.00
$3.00 booking fee per ticket for tickets between $20.01 and $40.00
$1.00 booking fee per ticket for tickets priced up to $20.00
Note to Participants: These levels serve as a guide to help you find the best fit for your journey. They are not intended as barriers for those hungry to learn; however, we highly encourage all participants to honestly assess their physical readiness and movement foundation before signing up to ensure the best experience for themselves and the group.
Beginner
Recommended experience level: min. 6 months in movement-based classes. Expectation: Sessions move at an accessible pace, focusing on fundamental patterns, coordination, and learning new sequences.
Intermediate
Recommended experience level: min 1 year consistent experience in dance or movement training. Expectation: Physical stamina and mental agility. Expect more intricate phrase work, quicker pickups, and a deeper dive into the specific aesthetic and ""groove"" of the artist.
Advanced
Recommended experience level: High-level training; suitable for semi-professional and professional movers or participants with min. 2 years of experience in dance training. Expectation: Artistic nuance and complexity. These workshops move at a professional pace, challenging participants with sophisticated material, performance-level energy, and advanced spatial awareness.
Open
Recommended experience level: Understanding of basic dance principles and a willingness to explore. Expectation: Creative research and improvisation. These sessions are 100% process-based, prioritising individual discovery, spontaneity, and the artist’s unique creative methodology over set choreography.
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