BodySpeak™ The Avital Method

Training Program

Le Centre du Silence Mime School now offers the fully integrated BodySpeak™ - The Avital Method Training Program by Le Centre du Silence, Boulder, Colorado with Mentor and Teacher Samuel Avital.

BodySpeak™ training consists of Three Ways of Learning, all of which are essential and important for those interested in wanting to change their lives and lead a more happy and satisfying life!

In the first phase, one embarks on a year-long comprehensive study of BodySpeak™. Interested persons are required to attend The International Summer Mime Workshop in July before participating in the other aspects of BodySpeak™ training. This week-long workshop lays the foundation for learning the Ten (10) Essential Components of the work. It is also advisable the first year to attend the six weekend workshops for continuing one's studies about the body and the self. If the individual is sincere and making an honest effort in their studies, one may be eligible for private work. This is at Samuel's discretion.

The second year is continuing the study of BodySpeak™ but, at a more in-depth level. The third year begins advanced training for the student who has established a good knowlege base of BodySpeak™ and is continuing to make a conscious and honest effort towards self-evolution. This is called the mentor/apprenticeship program. (Also, see "What is BodySpeak™?)

International Summer Mime Workshop

The International Summer Mime Workshop This workshop is a one week long intensive, introductory study to the Ten Essential Components of BodySpeak™. Studying the ten basic principles of BodySpeak™ provides the means for retraining the mind and body to integrate within one's spirit. One learns to communicate in new and subtle ways. One learns to "narrow the gap" between thinking and doing. One learns to be more authentic in total body expression.

Take a journey and discover the relationship between motion/stillness. Learn about space, gravity and groundedness. Learn to break large movements down into their finest components. Learn about verticality and connection. You will also learn to practice daily, two powerful, integrative and essential exercises which have been proven to enhance longevity and experiencing "joie de vivre" through what is known as "The Longevity Cycles." For more information check The International Summer Mime Workshop web page.

 

Weekend Workshops

Weekend Workshops are for those individuals who have attended The International Summer Mime Workshop and are considered advanced training for those who want to continue learning and studying BodySpeak™. These workshops are held every two to three months.

During the two day intensive weekend study, participants focus on one of the Ten Essential Components, and develop that specific component throughout the course of the weekend. By participating in these workshops, one can continue to experience significant growth and change in learning to use the body more efficiently and effectively in communication and all aspects of life.

 

Dare To Imagine
The Apprenticeship/Mentor Program

For those who can dare to imagine a future of self evolution, there is the BodySpeak™ Apprenticeship Program.

This program is private work specifically designed to assist individuals to start thinking and doing for themselves. Learn to understand your own inner wisdom and apply it daily. Learn to make conscious choices towards regeneration and organization of your life!

Discover how to use your talents towards fulfilling goals and dreams. These private sessions will teach you to more naturally express your self through movement and speech by developing your own philosophical view of the world. Examine openly and honestly all issues that are important to you as an individual.

Become a more conscious, integrated being. Find a new zest for life ! Dare to take the time and make the effort to invest in yourself. Samuel has created a highly organized learning system for you to rediscover who you truly are through exploring and discovering the miracles of your being through studying BodySpeak™.

For more information, call 661-9271 or E-mail to LCDS

Also Available are the following books and video:

B O O K S

The Conception Mandala:
Creative Techniques for Inviting a Child Into Your Life
by Mark Olsen and Samuel Avital.

Inner Traditions International. 1, Park Street, Rochester, VT 05767. (802) 767-3174

This book is a practical guide for men and women who wish to consciously conceive their children. The authors present clear advice on the process of preparing for parenthood: making an honest inventory of shortcomings and fears; writing a formal letter of invitation to the child-spirit; designing and building a "creative mandala" and using visualizations designed to enhance the experience of both sex and pregnancy.

For more information on this book, see this web page.

 

The Mime Workbook
by Samuel Avital.

Empire Publishing Service, P.O. Box 1344, Studio City, CA 91614-0344.

An excellent survey of Mime and the classical techniques. Plenty of exercises and articles detailed by the author. @1998 Samuel Avital, Le Centre du Silence

For more information on this book, see this web page.

 

Mime and Beyond: The Silent Outcry
by Samuel Avital.

Empire Publishing Service, P.O. Box 1344, Studio City, CA 91614-0344.

This book touches on the very heart of mime and movement theatre through sharing of ideas and experiences. It goes well beyond the basic discussions of mime. It offers specific directives of mimes and shares exercises, class lectures and selected writings of some of the contemporary mime artists and students. It also is a real outcry searching for artistic excellence.

For more information on this book, see this web page.

 

V I D E O

The Silent Outcry: The Life and Times of Samuel Avital
Available from Le Centre du Silence, P.O. Box 1015, Boulder, CO 80302-1015. (303) 661-9271 or E-mail.

The Silent Outcry is a portrait of one of the great mime masters in the world today. He shares an incredible journey that is both physical and spiritual that begins with his upbringing and traces through to the highlights of studying Mime in Paris, performing and teaching.

The Silent Outcry is a must for those who are in search of artistic excellence and want a glimpse of true expression.

For more information on this video, see this web page.

 


Samuel Avital is an artist, performer, teacher, mentor, creative consultant, coach and author. He is praised by his peers and students for his innovative approach to personal and professional creativity. He studied mime, dance and theatre in Paris with Marcel Marceau, Etienne Decroux and Jean-Louis Barrault. His solo show has toured Scandinavia, Europe, North and South America. In 1971, Avital founded Le Centre du Silence Mime School in Boulder, Colorado, to provide an atmosphere free of dogma, judgment and negative competition. He developed his unique method of teaching, and Created BodySpeak™ The Avital Method.

This approach is based on a philosophy of total honesty, the integrity and creativity of the individual, and the knowledge that artistic perfection is possible.

Write or call Samuel for an appointment