No fixed dance partners

Dance partners form during the class and rotate between partners. You don't need to bring anyone. However, if you only want to dance with one person, please bring them along. It's possible that you might dance with someone of the same gender for a while during the partner rotation.

Safe physical proximity

Physical closeness and sensual movements here serve well-being and individual development. For me, the dance floor is a safe space for physical expression and is expressly not intended for matchmaking. You can find out more in my Gentleman's Code of Conduct.

Leading and following regardless of gender

I primarily teach according to the ELEF principle: Everybody leads, everybody follows. This means that all participants learn experiences and skills in both leading and following. Depending on the course, you can then take on the role that suits you best. Good leaders also listen, and good followers have their own voice.

In some cases, these roles play no role in the lesson, as the physical dialogue is the focus and it is not important that one person is "in charge" and another is not.

Comfortable clothing and body

Dress as smartly or casually as you like. Comfortable clothing and thin soles allow for maximum freedom and connection. Avoiding strong odors (bad breath, sweat, strong perfume) is a big plus when physical contact is involved.

Intuitive learning instead of choreography and counting beats

I facilitate a dance connection with you, with the music, and with other people. Beyond physical techniques, it's about qualities like body tension and relaxation, grounding, and expression. Dancing together is like a good conversation, and every movement is a word.

Sensitivity to inclusion and diversity

I offer a relaxed and resource-oriented learning experience. Due to my open teaching concept, most of my courses are also suitable for people with physical limitations (MS, CFS, post-COVID/VAC, trauma) who are generally not impaired in their mobility.

My concept is explicitly gender-neutral and I strive for culturally sensitive communication.