What We Do

IAMFlow CIC aims to create opportunities and access to arts, health & wellbeing group activities for underserved communities facing isolation and inequalities related to social, financial, mental, and/or physical challenges.IAMFlow offers a diverse range of creative workshops designed to enhance both physical and mental well-being while fostering a connection with nature. These engaging activities could include circus arts, dance, yoga, qigong, tai chi, physical theatre, and storytelling. Additionally, they provide participatory performances that encourage creative involvement and self-expression, helping to reduce feelings of isolation and cultivate a sense of community belonging.The activities provided also extend to nonprofit organisations, including voluntary groups, charities, and other social enterprises, offering workshops and training designed to develop transferable skills that enhance community agency and wellbeing.The inclusive and creative nature of the activities increases access to a safe and nurturing environment for participants to explore their emotions, express themselves creatively, and develop a deeper understanding of their own physical and emotional bodies in connection with the natural environment.

The Team

IAMFlow CIC is a collective of artists based in the South East of England with extensive experience in theatre, circus arts, dance, and health & wellbeing. Their focus is on delivering eco-somatic workshops and producing interactive performances that delve into our connections with ourselves, one another, and our environment.Through these initiatives, they strive to cultivate an inclusive community where creativity intersects with health and well-being. They encourage participants to discover new perspectives and adopt sustainable practices. Their workshops are designed to be accessible to all, providing a nurturing space for individuals of varying backgrounds and abilities to engage in meaningful artistic expression.By integrating elements of nature and the arts, they hope to inspire personal growth and collective harmony, empowering individuals to contribute positively to the world around them.

Celia Mendizabal

Celia Mendizabal is a movement facilitator, circus skills educator, and a certified instructor in qigong and tai chi. She is recognised by CIMSPA as a qigong practitioner and is registered as an instructor with the Tai Chi Union for Great Britain (Tai Chi Internal Arts). With over 30 years of experience as a performer across various art forms, including circus, dance, and physical theatre, Celia brings a wealth of knowledge to her craft. She is a co-founder of Circle of Two, an acrobatic theatre company that tours internationally, presenting performances at circus, theatre, and outdoor festivals. Celia holds a bachelor's degree in Theatre Practice and Circus Arts, as well as a Master's degree in Theatre Studies. Additionally, she is a member and director of SpiralArts Dance Theatre CIC, an inter-generational and cross-disciplinary community of artists committed to creative exploration.
Celia integrates all these practices into her choreographic creation, focusing on themes of human connection, resilience, and transformation.

Beatrice Perini

Beatrice Perini is an independent artist and health & wellbeing professional, with over 20 years of experience as a choreographer, movement director and consultant in the field of dance, circus, and contemporary theatre, creating and performing site-specific and outdoor work both in the UK and abroad.
Her experience also extends to devise and deliver tailored inclusive creative workshops and educational programmes, regularly working with companies such as Anjali Dance and AWA Dance.
Organisations she’s collaborated with are GLA, Culture Mile and Southwark Council. Other companies she’s worked with include Arts and Gardens, Tangled Feet, Scarabeus Theatre, All or Nothing Aerial Dance Theatre, Candoco, SignDance Collective, amongst others.

Michaela Collings

Michaela is dancer, movement facilitator and choreographer. She holds a postgraduate Diploma in Community Dance from Trinity Laban and teaches as a freelance dance facilitator with various organisations. She teaches dance classes for the over 60s in Age UK centres and dementia care homes, and has experience in working with a variety of ages and abilities, including babies and toddlers, primary school children and SEN schools.
Michaela's approach is rooted in inclusivity and adaptability, ensuring that her classes are accessible and enjoyable for everyone, regardless of their physical capabilities or experience level. Her sessions emphasize the joy of movement and the therapeutic benefits of dance, fostering a sense of community and connection among participants.

Daniel Hennessey

Daniel Hennessey is an acrobat, storyteller, and object manipulator with a BA (Hons.) in Theatre Practice and Circus Arts. He runs his own company and has significant experience in circus and theatre, serving as a technical manager and puppeteer at Tim Davies Design. He is a qualified lifeguard and leader in open water paddlesports, passionate about running workshops to help people connect with natural blue spaces in a mindful way. In 2020, he founded the Waterway Pickers Staines, a community group dedicated to cleaning local waterways and promoting environmental awareness through various events. Additionally, he is a shiatsu massage therapist and reflexologist, leading workshops on massage and body awareness to enhance participants’ wellbeing.
Daniel’s diverse expertise enhances the arts, wellness, and environmental initiatives, demonstrating how these fields can intersect for positive change and a more sustainable world.

Projects and commissions

IAMFlow CIC was formally established as a Community Interest Company in April 2025, but prior to this the team had been working together as a collective of freelance artists for approximately one year, working on a variety of projects. Recent activities have included:- Engagement project for Sunbury Embroidery Gallery at Manor Mead SEN School, attended by over 25 pupils and tutors
- Weekly qigong sessions at Staines Community Centre with an average of 8 attendees per session
- Dance classes for over 60s supported by Active Surrey Fund reaching over 30 people from the local area
- Several circus skills and movement workshops for the Scouting Association, across their Summer camps and regular meet-up, engaging with over 200 children and adults.
- Public performances and engagement for Spelthorne Artists Unlocked, Sunbury Embroidery Gallery 25th Anniversary Festival; performances to celebrate the efforts of volunteers from Waterway Pickers Staines and Spelthorne Litter Pickers. With continuous engagement and communication through social media reaching far and beyond the live performance audience.In the pipeline there is confirmation for the delivery of a series of workshops for young people at Ashford Youth Club, Stanwell North and Stanwell South, which responds to a recognised arts gap area in the borough; we will also work with Appeer, a non-for-profit organisation who offer support and activities to autistic girls and women.Overall, IAMFlow has built a strong record of using arts to bring people together and enrich the community. Its future work will focus on expanding these efforts further.

Sunbury Embroidery Gallery commission for its 25th Anniversary

As part of the "Embroidery as a Means of Storytelling" project celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Sunbury Embroidery Gallery, IAMFlow organised a series of special workshops for children with additional needs at Manor Mead School in Shepperton and created a unique site-specific interactive performance for the open weekend celebration at the end of May.Here is a testimonial from the project manager, Lunella Florence:

"The workshops at Manor Mead School were remarkable, filled with empathy and thoughtful planning, engaging students in a meaningful way. Additionally, the promenade piece during the Open Weekend at the Walled Garden was a highlight, encouraging audiences to ‘open our eyes’ to the beauty of creativity. The enthusiasm displayed by both children and adults, particularly during the group dance, was heartwarming. Many regular visitors noted how the experience allowed them to appreciate the garden anew.
IAMFlow’s commitment to community engagement and inclusive storytelling has made a lasting impression. I look forward to seeing how IAMFlow CIC grows and develops its inspiring community collaborations."

Manor Mead School Workshops

These sessions aimed to boost creativity through dance, music, and physical storytelling. Participants explored sounds, textures, and colours, encouraging them to express themselves and build confidence. The workshops were well received; carers and teachers reported that children showed increased engagement and displayed more positive behaviour. Here are some of their comments:

"The company were very professional and reliable. They took care to try and make the workshops as accessible as they could for our complex learners. The artists were enthusiastic, warm and positive. We would definitely work with them again""The activities were well structured, engaging and the music was catchy. The adults were very good with the children and it was good that they had plenty of adults. Even with children who struggled to engage, they managed to keep their attention for half an hour. Great".

Interactive Promenade Performance at Sunbury Walled Garden

This initiative emerged around the theme "Embroidery as a Means of Storytelling", and embraced a tapestry of elements including the joys of collaboration, the art of dance, and the magic of storytelling, among others. Originating from a set of abstract feelings and ideas, the project aimed to foster inclusivity, encourage engagement, and promote a non-competitive atmosphere.
The objective was to draw a diverse audience to the event, fostering community connections through the open day. IAMFlow effectively brought together a lively and varied community for this occasion.Audience members shared their thoughts on the experience, with comments such as:

“It was so beautiful!”“I come here every day, and this made me see the garden in a whole new light.”"I know this garden very well, but I usually stay on the path and you made me see all the nooks and crannies this garden has.”“I like the storytelling, the content being creative.”

IAMFlow held a community dance to celebrate the efforts of the Waterway Pickers Staines and the dedicated community of volunteers who have worked tirelessly to restore and cleanse our waterways, allowing water and life to flourish once more. At the event, the company conducted a ceremonial naming of a heron sculpture created by Hubcap Creatures. This sculpture was made from the 100th abandoned trolley found in the water. The occasion marked the 3rd Anniversary of the "Shopping Trolley Saga".This event took part in a global initiative run biannually by Global Water Dances. This initiative brings together water-themed dance events from across the globe, united in their mission to honor water bodies worldwide and acknowledge their essential role in sustaining life.

IAMFlow CIC has received funding from Voluntary Support North Surrey to run a series of performing arts and circus skills workshops for the Ashford Youth Club. The aim is for the young people to perform informally in front of friends and family at the end of the project, showing off the skills they have learned. This event is planned for mid-September 2025. The program will focus on reaching harder to involve youth, especially those in Year 9 and older.The workshops mix different art forms to help build skills and confidence. Circus arts promote teamwork, encourage calculated risk-taking, and enhance self-esteem, while dance improves physical fitness, coordination, and musicality. Storytelling inspires creativity and helps children develop their sense of choice and agency. Warm-ups and cool-downs draw on practices like yoga and qigong, which promote, focus, balance and presence.The main goal is to help young people develop important life skills such as working with others and believing in themselves. The activities also promote physical health and creativity. They encourage participants to explore new ways of expressing themselves and pushing past their usual limits. The final performance gives each young person a chance to show their talents, form friendships, and feel part of a community. These experiences aim to boost confidence, encourage resilience, and create a sense of belonging for everyone involved.

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Testimonials

"The workshops at Manor Mead School were remarkable, filled with empathy and thoughtful planning, engaging students in a meaningful way. Additionally, the promenade piece during the Open Weekend at the Walled Garden was a highlight, encouraging audiences to ‘open our eyes’ to the beauty of creativity. The enthusiasm displayed by both children and adults, particularly during the group dance, was heartwarming. Many regular visitors noted how the experience allowed them to appreciate the garden anew.
IAMFlow’s commitment to community engagement and inclusive storytelling has made a lasting impression. I look forward to seeing how IAMFlow CIC grows and develops its inspiring community collaborations." - Lunella Florence, Project Manager for Embroidery as a Means of Storytelling

"IAMFlow has been an fantastic partner for the 1st Egham Scout Group, bringing their circus skills expertise in to our broader group (ages 6 to 14) on multiple occasions. Their commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment was evident, especially in their engaging instruction tailored to our neurodiverse group. IAMFlow's sessions not only taught essential skills but also fostered confidence and teamwork among our scouts. We highly recommend IAMFlow for their professionalism, dedication to safety, and ability to connect with diverse groups." - Alan Robson, 1st Egham Scout Group

"Thank you for your inspiring, informative and confidence building paddleboard session at Longside Lake. Seeing you work with our young person was inspiring, and under your guidance you would never think she suffers from anxiety that keeps her absent from college. She grew quickly in confidence. We had a lot of fun and she was chatty all the way home. Proud of what she achieved she has been sending her photos and video to family." - Sarah Groome, Nudge Education Practitioner