A dynamic yoga style in which the asanas (postures) flow into one another. The breath leads the movement. This intensive yoga practice strengthens the muscles, improves mobility and trains balance. The harmonious sequence of movements connects body, breath and mind. Previous yoga experience is beneficial.

Let's consider the ties that bind us: how to balance your individuality with the expectations of the people closest to you or of greater society? To do so, we'll read the inspiration for "1984" and "A Brave New World", explore 1920s NYC, the Chinese Cultural Revolution, and the Korean diaspora in Japan, and follow the struggles of an artist in a Hasidic community. To be read in advance: Yevgeny Zamyatin: We Hernan Diaz: Trust Yu Hua: Chronicle of a Blood Merchant Chaim Potok: My Name is Asher Lev Min Jin Lee: Pachinko

This course will be taught in English. You need at least B2 in English to take part.

This course offers you the opportunity to learn how to read and write Hebrew letters, and gives you a basic understanding of the Hebrew language's structure. You will also develop the ability to speak and construct basic sentences in Hebrew. The course will be taught in English. You need English level A2-B1.

Germany can seem quite confusing - and not just at first glance. This course offers an insight into the political system of today's Germany. We start by clarifying the basic structures and rules of the Federal Republic and its "Länder" - as well as formative cultural patterns. This enables us to take a look at relevant political forces, parties and personalities. Thus, we can discuss how German politics work (and where it may lead). Participation is possible without having attended the first part of the course.

Find out how to combine various techniques of watercolour, drawing, collage and stencilling to create expressive and colourful artworks. Through practical demonstrations and exercises, you will learn how to quickly sketch using watercolour and pencil, how to plan an image, how to apply various drawing and watercolour techniques, and how to incorporate collage and stencil elements to your work. We focus on developing your own unique approach to creating mixed media images on paper.

Improve your observational and technical drawing skills by activating the right side of the brain whilst learning how to draw. Based on ideas in Betty Edwards’ book "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain", you will discover drawing techniques which trick the brain into seeing better. These techniques can help improve realistic drawing skills, the drawing of faces, as well as one’s understanding of perspective. Even beginners can use this method to achieve surprising results.

Meditation means becoming familiar with one's own mind. Through mindful and friendly attention to our body sensations as well as to our breath and subsequently also to our thoughts and feelings, we succeed in taking a step back. There is more "space" inside. As a result, we are no longer able to follow our impulses "blindly", but to better control our thoughts, feelings and actions. Therefore, we again become "captains" of our own ship instead of letting ourselves be swept away by the waves of life.

Moving to a different country, or even continent, comes with a lot of life changes. Starting over in an unfamiliar environment can be challenging, and feelings can range from positive excitement to slight annoyance over missing familiar things to feeling uprooted or isolated - but you are not alone. Such feelings are quite common and a period of cultural adaptation is a normal process. In this workshop, you will learn more about cross-cultural-adjustment. Together, in a safe group setting, we will explore possible difficulties and ways of overcoming them.

In this workshop we will concentrate on the art of ring making. You will experience and practise the basic and essential techniques of the goldsmith such as sawing, filing and soldering. We will mainly work with silver and semi-precious stones. Participants who want to work with gold should bring their own materials (including the soldering material). You are welcome to bring your own silver; however, it will be possible to buy silver and stones directly in the workshop.

This course invites you to get to know the Settling the Mind Meditation as taught by Dr. Thupten Jinpa, Tibetan teacher and academic. It is a special form of mindfulness meditation that is also practiced in a lying posture and encourages us to let go of mind habits and body tensions. We allow our body and mind to slow down their energy and to settle down. The focus of this practice is on exploring letting go on a physical, emotional and mental level. We can learn to 'hear' and 'feel' deep stillness and peace within us. “This inner space is serene, restful and slow” (Th. Jinpa). After a short arrival meditation and an introduction to the basics of Settling the Mind we will both, practice concentration on sinking in, and also reflect together on the need and longing for a mind that is serene and settled.

No other square in Munich's city centre has undergone as many changes in two hundred years as Königsplatz. The future King Ludwig I had it built at the beginning of the 19th century in classic Hellenisitc style. The National Socialists (NSDAP) converted it into a parade ground for their party quarter. Following an architectural and historical examination of Königsplatz, we will visit St. Boniface's Abbey and take a closer look at the former buildings of the NSDAP.

Which photographers have inscribed themselves in our pictorial memory? What is the difference between a snapshot and a work of art? Does this difference even exist anymore? Do you feel like developing your visual skills and learning to express what you see? Photographer Daniel Mayer will present various photographic positions. These works will be discussed and analyzed together. Conversation about current and historical images and training of perception will be the focus.

Multilingual parenting is a rewarding journey, full of challenges and opportunities. In this talk, we'll explore practical strategies to create a language-rich, nurturing home environment that supports multilingual development. Learn how to confidently plan your family’s language journey, understand the basics of multilingualism and debunk common myths. Join linguist and language trainer Maria Potvin for practical insights and real-life examples that cut through the confusion and help you navigate multilingual parenting with confidence.

Targeted stretching of certain muscle and fascia groups can prevent muscle tension and make our tissue more flexible. However, the success of the exercises is linked to correct execution. In this course, you will learn anatomically correct muscle stretches according to the latest findings. Stretched muscles are more elastic, less prone to injury, more resilient and recover more quickly. Various relaxation sequences can also be used.

Explore basic illustration methods and materials to create colourful and realistic images. Develop skills which will allow you to have a different and unique approach to the text being illustrated, depending on the literary genre and the age of its readers. We will discuss basic design and colour theory and look at some techniques of watercolour and drawing which will give you more control over your image and level of detail. This course is excellent for anyone who is always striving to draw or paint more "realistically".

This course is for beginners as well as those who wish to improve their drawing skills and refine their understanding of visual language. Using pencils and charcoal, we will explore fundamental techniques such as proportion, shape, perspective, line weights, shading, and value. Students will develop drawing skills and become confident using the tools of visual expression.

Our back plays a crucial role in the stability of our body and spine. Pain is often caused by poor posture, one-sided movements, and lack of exercise. In order to prevent this, the muscles that strengthen the back and improve posture are specifically targeted in the class. These exercises are complemented by mobilization and coordination exercises. The course concludes with an extensive stretching session. This course takes place online using Zoom. An email with the access data will be automatically sent one day before the respective course day at around 6:00 a.m.

This course aims to provide an overview of German social reality and everyday culture that goes beyond clichés and stereotypes. We will cover a broad range of aspects, from economic and sociological facts to intellectual, religious, and cultural traditions. Of course, we will talk about beer, sausages, football, and Autobahn, but also about less famous aspects like German humour, media, and the education system. We will also explore the things that participants find puzzling in their daily life in Germany. Participation is possible without having attended the previous parts of the course.

Discover the various experimental approaches to drawing. Explore your creativity and develop expressive approaches to image making. Through a series of in-class exercises and projects, you will learn to take risks, embrace serendipity, be innovative, work collaboratively, and to employ a range of conventional and non-conventional drawing mediums and tools. The teacher supports you individually on your way.

Do you already have experience in drawing? Now it's time to improve and further develop your knowledge and skills. We will emphasize drawing the human figure - anatomy, body mechanics, dynamic poses, portraiture, facial expressions, psychology, and emotions. We will work again on the basics of drawing, but will add texturing, materiality, and lighting. We will pay close attention to how to create focal points in our pictures, as well as to colour theory and the contribution of colours to visual language.

By making a piece of jewellery (a ring, bracelet, pair of earrings or a pendant), beginner goldsmiths will learn the basic goldsmithing techniques such as soldering, filing and sawing. Intermediate goldsmiths will have the opportunity to learn new techniques by designing and creating their own ideas. In this course we will mainly work with silver. You are welcome to bring your own silver and stones, however, it will be possible to buy silver and a variety of semi-precious stones directly in the workshop.

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Which photographers have inscribed themselves in our pictorial memory? What is the difference between a snapshot and a work of art? Does this difference even exist anymore? Do you feel like developing your visual skills and learning to express what you see? Photographer Daniel Mayer will present various photographic positions. These works will be discussed and analyzed together. Conversation about current and historical images and training of perception will be the focus.

Have you always dreamed of painting and creating your own art? Realise your vision and start painting now! In this course you will learn or revise fundamental techniques and, with guidance, transfer your ideas to paper. The result will be as varied as its creators. Acrylic paints are most suitable for this course, however, if you would prefer to work with other materials, please feel free to bring them along.

Would you like to do something good for your body? In this introductory course in Hatha Yoga, you will learn exercises that relax both your body and your mind and promote your inner balance. To achieve these goals, we attach great importance to the precise execution of the individual asanas and free, undisturbed breathing. On the way there, we use the available aids such as yoga blocks, belts and blankets if necessary.

In a demanding and stressful environment it is important to activate the ability to connect with inner resources in order to find more balance and a life with less anxiety and greater peace of mind. In this seminar you will learn more about the connection of body and mind, thoughts, feelings and resulting action. The methods applied are meditation, mindful and easy body exercises and awareness in daily life.

Are you curious to understand more about how to draw faces? The human body and the human face all have their own symmetry. Learn how to visually analyze the proportions and how to apply them in your drawings. Based on ideas in Betty Edwards’ book "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain", you will discover drawing techniques which trick the brain into seeing better. These techniques can help improve realistic drawing skills, as well as improve one’s understanding of perspective. Even beginners can use this method to achieve surprising results.

In this walk through the neighbourhood of Schwabing, you will begin to capture the essence of what you see, be it architecture, people or details. Your instructor will help you eliminate distractions and see and capture subjects with a more creative eye. During this walk you will practice setting up compositions, looking to all corners of the frame. The photo tour will give you the opportunity to practice what you learn.

"Everything that was rotten and bad in the Reich fled, as if by magic, to Munich", this is how Lion Feuchtwanger in his novel "Success" characterized the decade after the end of WWI, the time when Munich became the founding city and nerve centre of the Nazi party. On a tour of the historic city centre we explore buildings, streets, squares and memorials witnessing the birth, rise, reign, the crimes and atrocities and the downfall of National Socialism and its legacy as well as the role local authorities and the people of Munich played in it.

A dynamic yoga style in which the asanas (postures) flow into one another. The breath leads the movement. This intensive yoga practice strengthens the muscles, improves mobility and trains balance. The harmonious sequence of movements connects body, breath and mind. Previous yoga experience is beneficial.

In this weekend seminar you will obtain the essential skills required for the application of methods and techniques paramount to professional project management. You will also have the opportunity to practise the efficient implementation of a goal-oriented project. The following questions will be considered: What is project management and what is expected of you as an employee, sub-project leader or project leader? With the aid of theoretical segments and practical exercises you will learn the fundamentals from initialization, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling right through to the completion and benefits of a project. Furthermore, you will gain an insight into the sequencing and scheduling as well as the capacities and budgeting of a project. This seminar is in alignment with international standards of project management. It is a part of the Projektmanagement-Kolleg which completes the examination for certification as Project Manager MVHS (course no. U440565) but can also be visited as a standalone course.

The stone was and still is an essential part of the jewel. In this workshop we will concentrate on a few classical stone setting techniques such as the cabochon setting and prong setting. You will learn these classical techniques to develop and create your own design. We will mainly work with silver and semi-precious stones. Participants who want to work with gold should bring their own materials (including the soldering material). You are welcome to bring with you your own silver and stones; however, it will be possible to buy silver and a variety of semi-precious stones directly in the workshop.

The Munich Residence was home and seat of government of the Bavarian Dukes, Prince-electors and Kings from 1508 to 1918. Rooms and art collections such as the Antiquarium, one of the most magnificent Renaissance halls north of the Alps, and the Rich Rooms, pearls of the Rococo period, bear witness to the artistic sensibilities of the House of Wittelsbach. Further highlights of the tour include the "Rich Chapel" of Maximilian I and the renovated Königsbau with the royal appartments of Ludwig I.

Taijiquan and Qigong are traditional Chinese internal arts to harmonise and strengthen body, mind and spirit. Regular practice can bring better health, increased energy levels and a greater ability to deal with stress and pressure. The movements are energetic, elegant and subtle. With the right amount of patience, Taijiquan and Qigong are easy to learn and practice.

Our main focus is "The Camera". During this course you will become familiar with all your camera's most important functions and how to use them. You will also gain the technical know-how to start making the most of your digital SLR and develop a creative approach to photography as well as learning how to set the menu correctly to get the best technical results. We will go on location to shoot our pictures then evaluate them later in class.