Programme in English

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

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.

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.

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. Current photography exhibitions will also be included and conversation in English will be encouraged.

Bavarian cuisine is essentially hearty, traditional and simple. Most of the recipes reflect the prosperity of Bavaria's rural regions. To enjoy life here, it's a good idea to get to know the dishes in depth. How about learning how to make some of the must-try dishes? Kartoffelsalat, Braten, Kaiserschmarn? Join us for a day among expats, learning how to cook those dishes we love so much and enjoying them with a good beer (or, why not, a non-alcoholic alternative), while exchanging impressions of our lives in Munich.

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.

Finding and starting a job in a German speaking environment can be a challenging enterprise with a number of sideline questions, such as starting the recognition process of your foreign qualifications, learning German up to B2 and higher, getting your family set for the German education system, and getting an application portfolio ready to go. This online talk provides an overview of how to optimize your journey through German courses, the German job market and foreign skills approval, and how to get support and additional detailed information and advice in the Munich network. Equipment needed: PC/Laptop/Tablet, microphone and camera, stable internet connection, up to date browser version. You will receive the access link per email on the day of the course. Please also check your spam folder. This talk takes place as part of a cooperation project with the Goethe Institute Munich - for further information see https://www.goethe.de/ins/de/de/ver.cfm?event_id=26548734 An email with link to the seminar will be sent out on the day of the event.  You will need a computer (PC/Laptop) with internet connection, loudspeakers or headphones Google Chrome is the recommended browser.

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.

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.

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

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 guided tour was rescheduled (from 3rd of August) to Sunday, 10th of August !! "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.

Finding and starting a job in a German speaking environment can be a challenging enterprise with a number of sideline questions, such as starting the recognition process of your foreign qualifications, learning German up to B2 and higher, getting your family set for the German education system, and getting an application portfolio ready to go. This online talk provides an overview of how to optimize your journey through German courses, the German job market and foreign skills approval, and how to get support and additional detailed information and advice in the Munich network. Equipment needed: PC/Laptop/Tablet, microphone and camera, stable internet connection, up to date browser version. You will receive the access link per email on the day of the course. Please also check your spam folder. This talk takes place as part of a cooperation project with the Goethe Institute Munich - for further information see https://www.goethe.de/ins/de/de/ver.cfm?event_id=26548734 An email with link to the seminar will be sent out on the day of the event.  You will need a computer (PC/Laptop) with internet connection, loudspeakers or headphones Google Chrome is the recommended browser.

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.