IAMFlow CIC
Intention • Attention • Manifestation
IAMFlow CIC's mission is rooted in the belief that creativity and collaboration can be powerful tools for social change. The company focuses on breaking down barriers, fostering individual growth, and building community resilience. Through partnerships with local artists, educators and community leaders, IAMFlow tailors its programmes to meet community needs, prioritising inclusivity and accessibility for all. Additionally, its commitment to environmental stewardship integrates nature into its programs, promoting sustainability. This innovative approach seeks to inspire positive change and cultivate a more connected, compassionate society.
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 teacher, and an instructor in qigong and tai chi. She integrates these practices into her choreographic creation, focusing on themes of human connection, resilience, and transformation. 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.
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, juggler, 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. Additionally, he is a shiatsu massage therapist and reflexologist, leading workshops on massage and body awareness to enhance participants’ wellbeing. In 2020, he founded the Waterway Pickers Staines, a community group dedicated to cleaning local waterways and promoting environmental awareness through various events.. 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.