This extension of L.M.A. was originally developed by Irmgard Bartenieff who had trained in dance with Laban before becoming a physiotherapist. She had a reputation for her innovative ways of treating polio patients. Bartenieff Fundamentals are currently used by dancers, actors, athletes and anyone interested in improving the ease, efficiency, and quality of their movement. The theme of integration is extremely relevant to our society at this time in history, when more and more people are experiencing fragmentation and compartmentalization in their lives. The integration of B.E.S.S. in movement correlates with the idea of connecting body, mind, and spirit in ourselves individually and in our collective human experience.
Movement is the constant change and interplay in the relationship between body, mind, and psyche.
By comparing these modalities, it is apparent that movement really does express our ways of being in and interacting with the world around us. Through movement, we can begin to interconnect all of our inner attitudes, and achieve a greater sense of balance and wholeness in our lives. Laban Movement Analysis is one system with the potential to launch us and support us on this journey. Copyright 1999 Lisa Sandlos. All rights reserved.