Partnering Intensive | Türkiye

22 - 27 June 2026

6 days of flying, sharing weight, playfulness and creation

This Intensive offers strong foundational training in partnering, an in-depth insight into the creative process of MAMM and a warm, collaborative and playful environment. Situated in the beautiful natural surroundings of Sirince, Türkiye, this week is an opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the work, slow down, connect and take the next steps in your partnering practice.

  • The morning sessions are dedicated to training and skill-building. Each day begins with a warm-up focused on establishing physical readiness and connection within the group. You’ll explore the foundations of partnering and weight sharing, gradually expanding into dynamic skills such as jumping, group work and climbing. During the week we’ll build up from simple to more complex lift sequences with personal guidance and feedback.

  • In the afternoon these skills are brought into practice through repertoire and creative assignments. You will learn and embody duet repertoire from MAMM and take part in a creative process guided by Maxime & Mees. Through creative tasks drawn from previous MAMM creations, you will explore new tools to site-specific work and partnering. The natural and architectural surroundings of STOA become the playground for our creative laboratory.

  • Evenings offer time for bonfire talks and gentle strolls in nature, supporting exchange and connection beyond the studio. The week concludes with an informal (closed) sharing of the created work to reflect and celebrate the collaborative journey.

  • 22 June / Arrival day

    13:00 - 14:00 | Arrival and check-in 

    14:00 - 17:00 | First session

    17:00 - 19:00 | Free time 

    19:00 - 20:00 | Dinner 

    20:00 - 00:00 | Free time 

    23 - 26 June / Full days 

    08:30 - 09:30 | Breakfast

    10:00 - 13:00 | First session 

    13:00 - 14:00 | Lunch break 

    14:00 - 17:00 | Second session

    17:00 - 19:00 | Free time 

    19:00 - 20:00 | Dinner 

    20:00 - 00:00 | Free time (optional evening activities) 


    27 June / Departure day 

    08:30 - 09:30 | Breakfast 

    09:30 - 10:00 | Check-out 

    10:00 - 13:00 | Last session and sharing

    13:00 - 14:00 | Lunch

    14:00 | Departure

What to expect:

Morning: training and skill-building

- Base principles of partnering and weight sharing

- Dynamic skills such as jumping, group work and climbing 

- Learning lift sequences

Afternoon: creation and creativity

- MAMM repertoire material

- Creative assignments

- Site specific creation tools

- Guided group jams

Evenings: resting and connecting

- Free time to explore the area 

- Enjoying delicious meals

- Activities such as bonfire talks, evening walks and movie nights (optional)

Your stay:

- 5 nights in a traditional monastery style accommodation

- 3 meals per day of freshly prepared Turkish food

- Surrounded by nature

The location.

Nestled near the village of Sirince, STOA is a creative retreat in peaceful natural surroundings. With its traditional monastery style - including a lush inner courtyard, an amphitheatre, beautiful halls and magnificent views - it’s a perfect place for creative exploration, reflection and artistic exchange. 

There will be free time to explore the area. We are situated in mountain surroundings, perfect for refreshing summer evening walks. The idyllic village of Sirince is just a ten-minute walk away and offers a charming atmosphere with small cobblestone streets and cafés. You can also discover the incredible ancient ruins of Ephesus, or explore the surrounding villages with their farmers’ markets, mosques and everyday local life.

Practicalities.

  • This workshop is intended for professionals, students or advanced dancers/movers/acrobats. 

    No previous partnering experience is needed.

  • €400 - Early bird price (until 1st March)

    €450 - Regular price

    €225 - Turkish citizens (until 1st March)

  • Your tent - from €200

    Shared room (2 people) with bathroom - from €300

    Private room - from €400

    For more information about the accommodation/meals prices - see STOA Sirince website.

  • - 5 x 6 hours of classes and creative process

    - 5 nights of accommodation

    - 3 meals per day of freshly prepared Turkish food

    - Optional evening activities

  • Fly into Izmir Airport (ADB). Sirince is approximately 1 hour by car or 1 hour 15 min with public transport. STOA is located at a 10 minutes walk from Sirince. Airport transfers can be arranged.

Come and join us in Turkey this summer!

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