ISSC x Bath Spa University

Somatic Communication Research Day with Nita Little at BSU

At the beginning of June, Nita Little, dance researcher, theorist/artist, one of the founding developers of Contact Improvisation (CI) and founder of the ISSC – The Institute for the Study of Somatic Communication, facilitated a research day for dancers/researchers at BSU Dance Department at Newton Campus.

The ISSC is dedicated to developing embodied communication theory and practice, aiming to create collaborative networks (CoLabs) where dancers and movement practitioners can share their embodied knowledge and develop multicultural theories of embodied communication, with practical applications across various fields.  Rooted in values of care and transformation, the ISSC emphasizes the importance of physicality in communication, human growth potential, and diverse collaborative experiences, ultimately seeking to enhance interpersonal coordination, trust, and self-organization through movement-based practices.

A local SW CoLab is forming and is currently exploring the possibilities for future collaborative dialogue and shared exchange with the Creative Practice and Embodied Knowledge research group.

This event was supported by the Creative Practice and Embodies Knowledge research group.

Silvia Carderelli-Gronau 
Teaching Fellow in Dance 
School of Music and Performing Arts 

Bath Spa University 
Newton Park, Bath, BA2 9BN, UK.