Maja Luther
Maja Luther is an artist, figure skating choreographer and movement coach; taking artistic expression to the ice and bringing out the best in people, through a diverse range of movement approaches.
Artwork
Maja’s work investigates ice as a medium, subject and object through an interdisciplinary approach. Pushing the boundaries of what movement on ice can be and exploring its intersection with other arts forms.
Figure Skating Choreography & Training
A choreographic fusion of figure skating and contemporary dance, extending the movement vocabulary on ice and embracing figure skating as an artistic, expressive medium. Creative- and improvisation classes as well as technical training for all level figure skaters in preparation for senior level competitions, as well as beginners of all ages
Research
Maja’s academic research titled ‘body melts – A somatic approach to figure skating’ will be published in the Journal of Dance and Somatic Practices in fall 2023. Follow her on social media to stay tuned for news
Testmonials
“The workshop dealt with our specific needs in stressful situations. I‘m hoping for a repeat of this programme!”
AndreMovement Workshop Participant“Majas workshop taught me, that I can consciously chose each day to relax. The exercises were very helpful to destress within my workday.”
WanjaMovement Workshop Participant“If you are open to something new, you‘ll be given many great approaches on how to deal with stressful situations..”
AnjaMovement Workshop Participant“I love the training with Maja because she knows so well how to motivate me: through creative, new movements that strengthen my basics at the same time.”
IraFigure Skating Student“As a choreographer Maja stimulates my curiosity and enthusiasm again and again with her creative and inspiring style.”
Bianca Z.Figure Skating Student“Maja really understands how to take you into the delicate world of storytelling on ice. It is food for thought.”
Yanna HeussenAudience Member“Skating Maja’s piece pushed me out of my comfort zone and opened my eyes into a different world of choreography and movement.”
Lara SheltonProfessional Figure Skater“Small action, big impact”
Anonymous“Would love more days of this type of training!”
UweMovement Workshop Participant“In the beginning I was sceptical, in the end completely convinced!”
AndreaMovement Workshop Participant