A practical methods collection developed through an Erasmus+ training course integrating somatics, ecopsychology and contact improvisation. Using fascia as both a biological and metaphorical concept, it explores embodied awareness, resilience, connection and collective support through movement, reflection, touch and experiential learning practices.

The manual is a collection of experiential, body-based and nature-based methods developed within E+ training contexts focused on somatics, contact improvisation, ecopsychology and Nonviolent Communication. It offers a structured set of practical tools for youth work, combining movement practices, trust-building exercises, communication games and reflective group processes.

Summary of the workshops on theater of the Oppressed (principles, image theater, intro to rainbow of desire)

Toolbox
Organisation: Moave

The resource includes activities and methods focused on communication, self-expression, emotional awareness, participation and social inclusion, encouraging reflection, dialogue and personal development within youth work settings.

Manual KA2
Organisations: Amazonas, Empoderar

The More than Sport program is applicable in working with students in higher grades of elementary schools, high school students, and youth. It consists of 10 workshops where sports and physical activities are used as tools for personal development and social learning. The program covers the following areas of learning: self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, interpersonal skills, social awareness.

25 Worksheets and Exercises to Treat Trauma & Stress
Manuela Mischke-Reeds

A practical somatic resource offering body-based exercises, worksheets and therapeutic tools for working with trauma, stress, and nervous system regulation. It integrates body awareness, grounding, mindfulness and movement-based practices to support emotional processing, self-regulation, and embodied awareness.

Toolkit
EXPANDING ROUTES PROJECT
Organisation: Anshei Maase, Egyesek Youth Association, Semadar Learning Center, EstYes, Smokinya Foundation, Synergy Flow, SynCro – Synergy

A practice-based toolkit for youth workers offering experiential and body-based activities that combine movement, sensory awareness and reflection. The booklet supports group cohesion, team building and embodied learning processes within non-formal education settings.

Toolkit from training course for youth workers, Latvia
Organisation: Zapter RukA practical collection of body-based and experiential methods developed through the Layers of Existence training course. The toolkit explores embodiment, body awareness, breath, emotions, identity, relationships, communication, and connection with others. It includes simple exercises for grounding, movement, body awareness, trust and connection, communication, perspective-taking, voice, and improvisation, with reflection questions and practical guidance for facilitators. The activities are designed for youth workers, facilitators, and beginners and can be adapted to different group sizes, contexts, and needs.

Toolkit from training course for youth workers, August 2023, Latvia
Organisation: Zapter Ruki
Discover how embodied emotional intelligence can improve one's ability to respond resiliently. A collection of tools for exploring ourselves through somatic and experiential approaches, including dance, improvisational theatre, contact improvisation, empathic communication methods, and body-awareness exercises.

A practical educational toolkit that combines arts-based and body-based methodologies to support emotional expression, resilience, and experiential learning in youth work. It offers activities focused on art, drama, movement, and non-verbal communication, particularly within trauma-informed and inclusive learning contexts.

Associations: Karl Vella Foundation, Društvo Moave, FoRC (Friends of Romanian Children)