Robin Berkelmans is a performer, dancer, choreographer and teacher. He has a professional background in contemporary dance, tai chi, chi kung, meditation, Thai massage and somatic bodywork. In the Netherlands he teaches at the University of Theatre and Dance in Amsterdam and Tilburg. His specializations are contemporary dance technique, performance, choreography, authentic presence, posture and movement, improvisation and contact improvisation. Robin is one of the organizers of the Dutch contact improvisation festival and 'Sssshhh...' a concept around silence weekends filled with dance, meditation and bodywork. At home and abroad he is regularly invited to share his work, which he does with passion. Website: www.robinberkelmans.nl