Gleaning is the act of walking the fields after harvest, gathering what remains — the overlooked grains, the fruit left on the trees, the good things missed the first time through.

In reading, the word gleaning is also used to describe gathering meaning from scattered lines of a text — noticing small insights that might otherwise be overlooked.

In this workshop we bring that spirit into movement - discovering what the dance reveals and gathering the goodness.

As the year turns towards its later season, we will take time to notice what is here — in the body, in our lives, and what can be gleaned from the months that have passed.

Through guided explorations and open dance, we will move with curiosity, gathering energy, insight, and simple pleasure in the dance.

Dates: Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October 2026

Times: Saturday 10.30am-5.30pm, Sunday 10.30am-4.00pm

Location: Edinburgh Steiner School, 60 Spylaw Rd, Edinburgh EH10 5BR

Our venue is a spacious hall with wooden floor, located in the south-west of Edinburgh, set in tree-filled grounds with plenty of green space.

Travel options: There is free parking at the school. For public transport options visit Traveline Scotland. The venue is close to national cycle route 75 along the Union Canal.

What to bring: Loose, comfortable clothing for moving - layers work best for being warm and cool. A refillable water bottle. A packed lunch, as there are no cafe’s or shops nearby.

What’s provided: Hot vegan soup for lunch each day. Selection of tea’s and coffee, plant and dairy milk.

Cost: Early Bird £155 until 31st Aug / Full Price £175 from 1st Sept - a £50 deposit secures your place. Payment by BACS, payment details on booking.

Bursary places available, please contact us.

50% discount for Open Floor teachers.