“I found it interesting and insightful how Richard-Dean focused on specific areas (i.e. joints) and functions of the body but in holistic way that emphasized the body as a dynamic integrated system (of smaller sub-systems). No one part of the body operates in isolation - everything is connected. Similarly, all movement is inherently connected. My understanding and perspective of movement, as both a concept and a practice, was thus expanded upon during Master Of The Dark Arts. Movement is so much more than the typical notion of "exercise" or physical activity whether that be gym-training, running, dance, yoga, martial arts etc. This course helped me investigate the finer details of movement - my movement practice - from an anatomical and philosophical perspective. The homework that was prescribed on a weekly basis challenged my relationship with myself; it required me to have an honest and authentic look in the mirror - to get up close and personal with the parts of myself that I, sometimes, would rather ignore. It also encouraged me to explore different ways of moving, ways that are different from my typical practice (i.e. running, gym, yoga). This course added fuel to the fire of my fascination with the human body. There is always so much to learn. I believe that the more you learn about the inner workings of your body as well as its incredible movement capacity, the better a human you will become. Here's to becoming better humans!”
