ICMTA
Associação Internacional de Professores do Movimento Consciente (ICMTA)
A International Conscious Movement Teachers Association (ICMTA) é uma organização profissional global dedicada a apoiar professores de dança consciente e práticas de movimento corporal. Ela serve como um centro de conexão, colaboração e integridade no campo do movimento consciente.
Missão e Visão
A missão da ICMTA é nutrir e defender os padrões profissionais e éticos do ensino do movimento consciente em todo o mundo. Ela vislumbra um mundo no qual a dança consciente seja respeitada como uma prática vital para o bem-estar pessoal e coletivo. A associação fornece uma estrutura de apoio que conecta professores de diferentes tradições, promovendo uma facilitação inclusiva, ética e de alta qualidade.
Members and Eligibility
ICMTA welcomes teachers of all movement modalities that center on embodiment, presence, and free movement. Members include certified facilitators from practices such as 5Rhythms, Open Floor, Movement Medicine, and other somatic-based approaches.
To join, facilitators must meet training criteria and adhere to the ICMTA’s professional code of ethics. Membership is open to both Waves and Heartbeat-level teachers and those trained in equivalent modalities.
Member Benefits
- Professional Recognition: Use of ICMTA credentials and visibility in the member directory
- Community and Support: Access to peer networks, online meetups, and collaborative projects
- Continuing Education: Opportunities for learning, development, and mentorship
- Ethical and Practical Guidance: Access to shared resources, best practices, and support for challenging situations
- Events and Gatherings: Participation in international gatherings and professional exchanges
Values and Policies
ICMTA is guided by strong ethical and social commitments:
- Code of Ethics – Upholds professionalism, integrity, and participant safety
- Diversity Policy – Promotes inclusion, representation, and equitable practices
- Climate Policy – Encourages ecological responsibility within events and travel
- Economic Hardship Support – Offers accessible membership options to those in financial difficulty
Global Reach and Influence
ICMTA unites a diverse and expanding network of movement professionals across the globe. By fostering exchange between disciplines, cultures, and generations, it plays a crucial role in shaping the future of conscious movement education.
