Movement workshop on the Payatt Intransit technique for all ages and abilities taught by visiting artist Rakesh Sukesh!

11 AM on Sunday 04/13/2025 at PICA (15 NE Hancock St, Portland, OR 97212)

About Payatt Intransit

Payatt Intransit is a contemporary movement technique that merges movement principles from the ancient Indian martial art form of Kalaripayattu with yogic practices, pranayama (breath work,) and energy work to activate the body's energy sources. This comprehensive approach trains practitioners in a manner that is safe, organic, and yet rigorous, empowering them to become more confident, relaxed, flexible, and powerful. By incorporating pranayama, this training not only sharpens reflexes but also deepens our connection to our breath, enhancing our ability to cultivate a constant sense of inner calm amidst physical exertion. The class challenges both our physical and mental frontier, encouraging us to be quick and energetic in our movements while maintaining a state of mental calmness and relaxation, undisturbed by the intensity of physical activity. Through the practice of pranayama, we learn to control our breath, which in turn helps us to isolate the intense physical aspect of the class from the constant calm within. This empowers us to gain complete control over our movements rather than being controlled by them, enhancing our ability to adapt to unexpected situations and make innovative yet efficient choices. By combining our physical energy with the energy around us, and integrating the power of controlled breathing, we achieve a harmonious balance of body and mind.

About Rakesh Sukesh

Rakesh Sukesh, a dynamic performer, choreographer, teacher, and producer, bridges the cultural and artistic worlds of Bharat (India) and Belgium. Rooted in yogic philosophy, he earned accreditation from the Shivananda Yoga Centre and enhanced his artistic expression through Kalaripayattu and contemporary dance. His training includes mentorship by renowned professionals such as Jaychandran Palazy, Dil Sagar, Katie Duck, and David Zambrano.

Over 15 years, Rakesh has developed the globally acclaimed Intact Method, integrating yogic principles, Kalaripayattu, contemporary dance, and breath work (with yogic and modern scientific influences.) He has taught at prestigious institutions, including ImPulsTanz, Ultima Vez, Deltebre Dansa, Sidi Larbi Company, and PARTS (to name a few.)