The VesselIntensive
Four days of dance, partnering, improvisation, skills and creativity.
In the middle of untouched nature — sleeping in a former fisherman's house directly at the lake — you find place and time to dig into your own individual interest and explore what it means to transform through a collective experience.
When
September 4-7th, 2025
Start — Thursday, 4:00PM
End — Sunday, 3:00PM
Price
Sliding Scale 420€ — 640€ (Regular and Fair Price: 520€)
Choose your payment according to your financial stability, housing situation etc.
Where
Amtstraße
16837 Rheinsberg-Flecken Zechlin
Germany
2h 20min from Berlin Hbf by Train
1h 20min from Berlin Mitte by Car
Info
You should feel comfortable with moving and improvising with others. The experience is designed to be relevant to different levels of movement. No complete beginner.
Accommodation and full-board included (for each meal there will be 2-3 participants helping with preparations, cutting, cleaning).
Only 12 spots available.
TOOLS TO ACHIEVE YOUR MOVEMENT DREAMS
The Vessel Intensive is a unique opportunity for those seeking a profound, in-depth learning experience. The intensive gives time to transfer your movement into different realms, providing a journey unlike any other.
The Vessel provides you with practical information, creative tools and exercises to navigate your personal path.
We will work with the technical — physical/emotional — creative. Each aspect flowing into each other.
In the technical blocks we will work on techniques and knowledge on how to relate through movement and refine our skills in partnering and contact - finding softness and flow in the body. Gain understanding of how to let levitation happen rather than forcing it.
The physical/emotional blocks bring us back to our source, the present moment. This is a site-specific exploration where movement is shaped by the spaces we inhabit — every room, every surface, every shift in the environment becomes part of the work.
Lastly the in the expression blocks playing with collective improvisation we transcend the physicality of our bodies. The judgement of the ego can drop to encounter a place that holds all of lifes experience - the weird, the ugly, the beautiful wildness. We will stay in a constant process of self-questioning about how our bodies communicate. The free explorations will connect the dots and allow yourself to encounter full self-expression. Be ready to surprise yourself. Let go of any limitations and create something beyond yourself.
Some of the sessions are planned for outside (depending on the weather).
What to expect:
- Different Rooms — Different Moves: Adapt and respond to the unique qualities of each space.
- Outdoor Partnering/Contact Training: Explore physical connection and trust in nature’s unpredictable terrain.
- Improvisation Techniques: Develop spontaneity, break habits, and discover new movement pathways.
- Group Journeys: Experience the power of collective movement and shared momentum.
- Sound, Voice & Physical Theatre: Integrate voice and sound into your physical expression.
- Altered States of Consciousness: Use music and movement to access deeper layers of awareness and creativity.
Personalized Practice:
This retreat goes beyond structured sessions. I’ll be there throughout — offering one-on-one feedback, tailored exercises, and practical tips during open practice times to help you refine your skills and push your boundaries.
Collaborative Creation:
We conclude with Working Groups — small teams developing original movement pieces, combining personal expression with group dynamics.
This retreat is for movers ready to engage fully — physically, creatively, and collaboratively.
SCHEDULE
Thursday
4:00 PM: Arrival
6:00 — 7:30 PM: Dinner
8:00 — 9:00 PM: Block I: Introduction to moving in spaces
Friday
8:00 — 9:00 AM: Breakfast
9:30 — 1:00 PM: Block II: Partnering + Improvisation Techniques to Interact
1:00 — 2:30 PM: Lunch
2:30 — 5:30 PM: Block III: Free-Time, Lake, Deep Listening of Surrounding
5:30 — 7:30 PM: Block IV: Collective Improvisation with Focus on Space Presence/Absence
7:30 — 9:00 PM: Dinner
9:00 — Open End: Fire Place, Talks, Free-Time
Saturday
8:00 — 9:00 AM: Breakfast
9:30 — 1:00 PM: Block V: Partnering Trios/Quartetts + Composition Tools
1:00 — 2:30 PM: Lunch
2:30 — 5:30 PM: Block VI: Space for Individual Requests & Creative Working Groups
5:30 — 7:30 PM: Block VII: Kitchen Movement Session - How to integrate performance while completing other tasks
7:30 — 9:00 PM: Dinner
9:00 — Open End PM: Experimental Jam in the House
Sunday
9:00 — 10:30 AM: Breakfast
10:30 — 12:30 AM: Block VIII: Final Movement Session + Sharing Creations of Groups
1:00 — 2:00 PM: Lunch
2:00 — 3:00 PM: Departure & Goodbyes
Here’s what you will experience
OWN YOUR CREATIVE POWER
Draw inspiration from new experiences and free your imagination. Trust the process and let go of the “result”.
SENSITIVE AND ADAPTABLE BODY
Understand your own patterns and tendencies, break them, discover and reveal new aspects of yourself.
CONFIDENCE IN YOUR BODY AND SELF
By linking technique, introspection and creativity in movement and your thoughts you find an authentic expression in your body.
LIFE RESET
Use the change of environment and pace to become more attuned to your own needs and desires. Let dreams turn into reality.
The body is a vessel for creation, a tool to get to know yourself, a tool to reinvent who you are. The body is the only matter you own.
Surrounded by nature in the lake-district Retreat
Nestled in the wild beauty of the Brandenburg lake district lies the Seeremise – a place for those who appreciate simplicity and clarity. The former fisherman's house, lovingly renovated and designed with minimalism in mind, sits directly on the shore of the small Zechliner lake.
With bright, spacious rooms and an enchanting garden, the house combines pristine nature with the history of a place that has inspired artists for decades.
It is easier to live and learn in this environment.
Getting There
By Car : 1.2h from Berlin Mitte
By Train : 2.2h from Berlin Hbf
Accommodation:
This space is designed for deep physical exploration and creative flow. The house accommodates up to 15 guests with 8 flexible rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 4 terraces. Our light-filled 90 sqm Remise serves as the heart of the retreat — a dedicated studio for movement practice. The natural garden, with fruit trees, fire pits, and direct lake access, offers a peaceful backdrop for rest and reflection. Each floor has a bathroom, and 3 rooms feature historic tiled stoves, adding a touch of warmth and charm.
Shared Room Option
10 spots for shared room
2 single beds or one double bed
Single Room Option
2 spots for single room
1 single bed
Your Instructor
Elke Kalupar
Frequently Asked QUestions
How can I get to the retreat venue?
A few weeks before the retreat, we’ll connect all participants so you can coordinate travel together if you'd like. You’ll be able to see who has space in their car or who prefers taking the train. For those arriving by train, we can organize a pickup from Neuruppin station to bring you to the venue.
Can I choose who to share accomodation with?
Yes! If you’d like to share with a specific person or have any preferences—like sharing with a particular gender or anything else—just let us know in advance, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your wishes.
I booked the retreat, but can't make it anymore
If your plans changed after booking you have the following options
Cancellation Policy:
- Until 30 days in advance: 30% of the price incur
- Until 14 days before: 50% of the price incur
- 7 days or less before: no refund
You can always transfer your booking to another person
I have an allergy/food intolerance, can the food be adapted?
Absolutely! Just let us know in advance about any allergies or intolerances, and we’ll make sure to take them into account when planning the meals. We’ll all take turns helping with food prep and clean-up. All meals are vegetarian, with vegan options always available. If you need gluten-free dishes or have other specific dietary needs, we’re happy to adjust.
I have no experience in movement, can I participate?
The retreat is not based on a technical approach, but oriented towards the creative process. You should be open to move a lot, as we have multiple days for exploration.
Feel free to reach out and we can discuss for your specific situation.
Choose Your Experience
Join this transformative 4-day Intensive dedicated to movement, introspection and creativity. Unlocking your authentic body and self, surrounded by untouched nature.
Limited spots available.
This is what you get:
- 4 Days of Dance, Movement Tools, Partnering, Improvisation and Site Specific Movement Exploration
- Free time to relax and reflect
- 3 Nights Accommodation with Waterfront Location
- Full-Board (incl. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee/Tea/Water)
- High quality natural food
- vegan/vegetarian/gluten-free options
- Unforgettable Moments of Human Experience
*only 2 spots left
Pricing
Sliding Scale: 420€ - 640€
Regular Price: 520€ per Person
Do you have questions about our retreat?
Send us a message. We're here to provide you with more information and help you feel comfortable taking this journey with us.