Mindful Animal Movement Workshop
Reconnect with your body and creativity through movement inspired by animals!
Join Aditi Kaushiva, founder of Move to Thrive, for a unique workshop blending mindful movement, creative exploration, and self-reflection.
As part of The January Challenge by 64 Million Artists let’s spark our creativity through mindful movement. This event invites you to reflect on how you take up space—physically and emotionally—through the playful lens of animal-inspired movement.
What to expect:
This 3-hour event is divided into three 60-minute sessions, each following the structure of Think, Do, Share. You’re welcome to join at any session slot.
You can choose your slot when you register for the event.
There will be three full sessions during the event:
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Feel free to drop in for one session or stay for multiple!
Think (15 minutes): Begin with a warm welcome over coffee, tea, and refreshments. Meet others, settle in, and feel at ease. Aditi will introduce the January Challenge and the day’s activity. Reflect on what "taking up space" means in your body and mind.
Do (30 minutes): Guided movement practice.
Share (15 minutes): Cool down with a gentle stretch and join a group reflection circle.
Who is this event for?
Everyone is welcome. This event is suitable for all ages and abilities.
What to bring?
Wear comfortable clothes suitable for movement.
Feel free to go barefoot, wear socks, or shoes—whatever makes you comfortable.
You’re encouraged to explore movement at your own pace. This workshop is about what feels good for you. Listen to your body and enjoy!
Tea and coffee will be available throughout to keep things cozy.
Let’s move, reflect, and create together!
Who is Aditi Kaushiva?
"I'm Aditi Kaushiva, a movement facilitator and founder of a practice that blends mindful movement inspired by my Indian culture, and creative expression to help people reconnect with themselves and others. I believe movement is a tool for self-discovery, emotional release, and community building. I design and lead movement sessions to encourage participants to step into their bodies away from the 'hustle' culture, explore their inner landscapes, and find peace, joy and presence in motion."
How do I get there?
Closest Underground station: Bethnal Green (Central Line) is a 5 minutes walk away, but please note this station does not have step-free access.
Plan your visit to St Margaret's House here.
Accessibility
Step-free access to main space
Doorframe width: 90cm
Fixed hearing loop system
2 steps access to changing room (portable ramp available 1:8)
When you register for this event there will an opportunity to share with us any any access requirements that would support your attendance. This might include (but is not limited to) a BSL interpreter, access assistance, support with travel expenses or travel arrangements.
About the Venue:
The Canvas is part of St Margaret’s House, a hub that pioneers innovative ways to bring arts and wellbeing together.
"We celebrate all the places that community arts and wellbeing intersect, delivering our performances and programmes in non-traditional spaces in collaboration with artists, community groups and local people. Our vision is to create healthier and happier communities for all, promoting positive social change by offering arts and wellbeing opportunities for people to come together and play a more active part in their community. Our projects anchor us in the community, providing spaces for people to connect, eat, shop, learn, create and enjoy a diverse cultural programme."
What is The January Challenge?
This event is part of The January Challenge a national campaign for creativity from social enterprise 64 Million Artists.
The January Challenge is 31 fun, free and accessible creative prompts over 31 days, designed by different people and communities across the UK. An invitation to ignite creativity and connection during the coldest, darkest days of the year.
Throughout January, 64 Million Artists deliver a new creative prompt to your inbox each day, and there are supporting events lead by the people that designed the prompts - like this one.
The January Challenge is a chance to explore your imagination as an individual, with friends and family or as part of a teaching plan, library event, team engagement at work or in any community setting. Join us and thousands of people across the UK by signing up for free today - here.