ICMTA
Den Internationale Bevidsthedsbevægelses Lærerforening (ICMTA)
International Conscious Movement Teachers Association (ICMTA) er en global professionel organisation dedikeret til at støtte undervisere i bevidst dans og kropsliggjort bevægelsespraksis. Den fungerer som et knudepunkt for forbindelse, samarbejde og integritet inden for feltet for bevidst bevægelse.
Mission og vision
ICMTAs mission er at fremme og opretholde de professionelle og etiske standarder for undervisning i bevidst bevægelse verden over. Den forestiller sig en verden, hvor bevidst dans respekteres som en vital praksis for personlig og kollektiv velvære. Foreningen tilbyder en støttende ramme, der forbinder lærere på tværs af traditioner, samtidig med at den fremmer høj kvalitet, inkluderende og etisk facilitering.
Medlemmer og berettigelse
ICMTA byder velkommen til undervisere i alle bevægelsesmodaliteter, der fokuserer på kropsliggørelse, tilstedeværelse og fri bevægelse. Medlemmerne inkluderer certificerede facilitatorer fra praksisser som 5Rhythms, Open Floor, Movement Medicine og andre somatiske tilgange.
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.
