YOGA INTO Authentic Movement 3 HOUR OPEN WORKSHOPS

1:1 and group WORK

"Inherent in being a person in the cultures of the West, is longing for a witness. We seem to want, deeply want, to be seen as we are by another" (Janet Adler, 1987).

Dates, times & cost

SATURDAYS 10-1PM

19TH SEPTEMBER 2026

Combining these different approaches into one field of exploration, we’ll begin with an hour of guided experiential Yoga, then open into Authentic Movement practice.

 These workshops offer an introduction to the mover-witness framework, often known as Authentic Movement. Everyone is welcome. For those new to the practice, each person will be given a basic understanding of the particular way we practice, and of how we speak.

Authentic Movement is a practice of moving with eyes closed, while another person witnesses, without judgement or interpretation. From this simple structure, a rich field of experience can emerge. The work invites an inner listening to sensation, feeling and imagery. Often the experience is of "being moved" rather than choosing or directing movement. Noticing what is present, and allowing experience to unfold in its own time.

There is space to reflect through drawing, writing , and speaking together. Describing experience in a way that stays close to what is seen and felt.

The  Authentic Movement approach is shaped by the teachings of Linda Hartley.

Self-care: Participants are asked to take responsibility for their own well-being, and to consider their capacity to engage with this depth of process. The workshops create space for personal exploration and embodied enquiry. 

Location: Aylsham Yoga and Authentic Movement Studio 20, Shepheards Close, Aylsham Business Estate, Norfolk, NR116SZ To book melaniewillsheryoga@gmail.com

AUTHENTIC MOVEMENT 3 HOUR WORKSHOPS with Melanie and Katsura Isobe

THURSDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 2-5PM Cost £40

Katsura Isobe is a Master Somatic Movement Therapist, and a Craniosacral Therapist in private practice in London. She has trained in Authentic Movement for many years with Linda Hartley, and Fran Lavendel.katsuraisobe.net

      OPEN 3 DAY RETREAT IN SWANTON NOVERS NORFOLK 21-23 MAY 2027

Immerse yourself in the practice of Authentic Movement for three days, away from usual busyness. The large, airy venue is located in a beautiful, quiet village in North Norfolk near ancient woods.

We welcome all levels of experience. The group will have 6-12 participants.

Dates: 21-23 May 2027
10.00-18.00 first two days and
10.00-17.00 on the last day
Lunch break approximately from 13.00-15.00.

Venue: Swanton Novers Village Hall
45 St Giles Road, Swanton Novers, Melton Constable NR24 2RB

Fee: £330 including three vegetarian lunches.

To register, please complete the registration form and send the deposit of £165 by 26th April. The remaining amount is due on 9th May. To request the registration form, please email info@katsuraisobe.net

Accommodation: This retreat is non-residential. Please book a hotel or Airbnb nearby. It is possible to camp indoors or outdoors at the village hall with access to the kitchen and shower/toilet for £15 per night.

This retreat will be taught by Melanie Willsher and Katsura Isobe.

Katsura Isobe is a Registered Master Somatic Movement Therapist (ISMETA), trained in Authentic Movement teaching with Linda Hartley and drawing on over ten years of dedicated Authentic Movement practice. Since 2022, she has been facilitating Authentic Movement groups that offer a carefully held space for embodied awareness, witnessing, creativity and self-inquiry. She is also a Registered Craniosacral Therapist and Dance Artist.

Melanie Willsher teaches experiential Yoga, and Authentic Movement, based in Aylsham, Norfolk.  She has trained for many years with Linda Hartley. melaniewillsheryoga.com