​Professional classes

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In his classes for advanced or professional dancers, Tommy has developed a practice inspired by a conscious approach to the body through somatic methodologies, combined with practice inspired by physical theatre and Tanztheater.

This awareness aims to lead dancers to optimize their expressive and physical skills. However, technique is not neglected. His classes include various exercises that highlight the application of somatic processes in a dynamic context. He likes to focus on spinal mobility, the use of floor work, and the presence and interpretation of the performer.

His technical practice is inspired by various contemporary dance techniques that he has practiced over the years, but also by methods such as Feldenkrais or the Alexander Technique. Another source of inspiration that is an integral part of his attention to the notion of intention and presence of the performer comes from years of practice in physical theater and Tanztheater, as well as from various experiences in traditional dances of southern Italy such as the Pizzica and other tarantellas.

Tommy is also graduated in Pilates Reformer and Matwork from the Accademia Italiana Fitness.

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Choreo​graphic and creative mentorship

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Tommy has been repeatedly entrusted with the role of mentor and guide for choreographic projects involving young artists, as well as theater companies, for instance. Drawing from a rich choreographic background, both through his academic studies and professional trajectory with his own company, Tommy provides support for the choreographic development of aspiring dance artists. What informs his approach is also a focus on art pedagogy, and his previous studies in theater and dramaturgy endow him with a nuanced understanding of artistic construction.

 

Tommy was awarded the Simone Michelle Prize by the Trinity Conservatoire of Music and Dance in London for the excellence of his creations and artistic research.

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Open level workshops​

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In his workshops open to all levels, he aims to offer everyone the opportunity to move, guiding each person to dance easily, smoothly, and joyfully. He has observed throughout his life the difficulty people encounter in deciding to move and dance. There is no judgment in this observation, but rather an acknowledgment of the many physical and therefore emotional blocks that are buried in our bodies and prevent us from moving freely and consciously. Often Tommy encounters people who tell him they would like to start moving, but they are afraid or feel they cannot do it.

What he wants to offer with his movement workshops is an opportunity to dissolve such common thoughts. In his workshops open to all levels, often based on improvisation, he has had participants of various ages, from six to seventy years old, and in the end, everyone has always danced and smiled.

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Somatic workshop

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The somatic workshop comes from Tommy Cattin's experience in teaching somatic practices in different contexts: medical courses for massage, theatre classes, dance and movement classes. The aim of this course is to develop a somatic approach of movement and a holistic experience of the body. Such experience can be applied then in any type of work, creative or in daily movement practices.

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