Voice Movement Therapy Training
VMT training in South Africa starting March 2024
The VMT Training is an intense and demanding program which combines creative and therapeutic work through individual on-the-floor exploration and instruction within an evolving group context. This program is uniquely dedicated to Voice Movement Therapy (VMT), a specialized modality that integrates the voice, body, and emotions as tools for profound healing and self-expression.
It consists of an experiential on-site program, followed by a supervisory period of working with both individuals and groups for those who wish to qualify for professional registration with the IAVMT. Whether you’re pursuing professional registration or seeking personal transformation, this training offers a comprehensive immersion into the art and practice of Voice Movement Therapy.
The Training Includes:
- A thorough grounding in the core principles of VMT;
- An introduction to the relation of vocal development to developmental movement, the acquisition of speech, and the formation of a sense of self;
- A basic grounding in VMT creative process work and song-making;
- An introduction to VMT therapeutic process;
- Observation, assessment and application of non-verbal behavior and expression in forming relationships;
- Exploration of individual issues and themes in movement, song, imagery and enactment;
- An active involvement in creative group process.
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!
For more information and where you can apply for the training and the scholarships, www.vmtusa.com
Training details
(Training consists of two parts)
Part 1: The Experential Program
Four 3-week on-site units Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. These units take place in a residential setting separated by 3 non-residential interim practice and research periods. They are interdependent and must be taken in sequence with the same group.
Module 1:
(4 March – 22 March, 2024)
Beginning the Song and Dance: The Core Principles of VMT
Module 2:
(6 May – 24 May, 2024)
The Singing Self: VMT Creative Process Work and Song-Making
Module 3:
(24 June – 12 July, 2024)
The Voice Unchained: VMT Creative and Therapeutic Process
Module 4:
(23 Sept – 11 Oct, 2024)
The Language of the Soul in Song and Movement; Taking the Work with You.
Part 2: The Qualifying Period
A non-residential period of 18 months, commencing after the completion of the Experiential Program.
Fees
Tuition (Year one)
Residential Experiential Program
$5 400 USD (R100 000)
Accommodation (Year one)
Residential Experiential Program
$1 700 USD (R30 400)
Qualifying Program (Year 2)
Non-Residential Experiential Program
$1 100 USD (R20 000)
The first payment of 50%, i.e. $2,700 is due by the 30th September, 2023.
The second payment is due by the 28th February, 2024.
PLEASE NOTE: There are scholarships available!