Research / Workshops

Max leads Improvisation-based workshops for people from a wide range of backgrounds, including professionals, students, non-dancers and people with disabilities.

The research focuses on ideas around transformation and impermanence, drawing from imagery-based and butoh practices. The workshops aim to create a safe and curious space where participants are encouraged to explore their sensual potential, detach from their ego, and connect to their vulnerability and wildness.

Max leads workshops across the UK for organisations such as Rambert Company, Trip Space, Rambert School, House of Mass and Northern School of Contemporary Dance CAT scheme.

They have recently started working with Culture Device, an innovative dance company for professional dancers with Down Syndrome.

Research sessions are often accompanied by live music and DJ sets by Magnus Westwell.

Max received their teacher training as part of a module in their MA with Rambert2.

Testimonials

“Max provides a unique and open experience every time, and they never disappoint. Their class sends me on a personal journey, allowing me to connect to myself and be part of everyone else’s journey in the space too. Magnus’ music is the perfect accompaniment to this practice; they provide an enticing soundscape, which deepens my sensations in Max’s tasks to go beyond familiar limits on a physical and emotional level.”“Coming to these classes is always a pleasure.” - Alex, Professional dancer with HumanHood, attended classes 10+ times.

“Such a nice class. Really relaxed and positive atmosphere.” - Samara, Artist, attended classes 10+ times.

“Max and Magnus have created a beautiful concept for their classes. The environment created is meditative and very rich. It gave me opportunities to research and explore my body in new ways. The concept of creating music inspired by moving bodies is beautiful.” - Coralie, Professional Dancer, attended classes 5+ times.

“The class provides a great balance between discovering with others, and on your own, as well as bringing thought to the body, excellent guidance, thank you Max!!” - Elisabeth, first class.

“Amazing experience. Welcoming environment and relaxed atmosphere” - Alice, Artist, first class.