THE HOLISTIC PERFORMER

Being a holistic performer means being a conscious performer. It doesn’t mean being religiously “healthy” and “well” it just means that there is an acknowledgement of the interaction of art and wellness practise. There is an awareness that nurturing self actually enhances performance. There is an old world view that actual pain should be pursued in order to communicate pain. As a holistic performer one realises when that Avenue is appropriate. By which I mean, to purge it may be a worthwhile endeavour. It may be beautiful. Honest. Vulnerable.

But it does not need chasing, as the performer who created a supportive nest for self is also able to “play” a part effectively and safely.

The holistic performer is attuned enough to know the right path for embarking.

We don’t just owe it to ourselves. We owe it to others. In order to connect to other stories we need a sense of vulnerability but in order to uplift and share the stories of others we must hold a certain strength. Holistic performers recognise and explore willingly the generous offerings of healing modalities in order to enhance self, art and to support the world around them.

"As a performing artist, it can be very hard to eat healthy. Sam has helped me so much with my diet and finding nutritious and tasty options to eat on the go, and enabled me to be a more productive and healthy working artist."

Thomas Meyer

(Jazz pianist/composer/arranger/band leader)

sound healing

Chanting, seed sounds and playful sound making to align the chakras and spirit. Specialist recordings made or live sound baths.

Nutrition

Teas, tonics, meal plans, tips, tricks and suggestions for eating a healthy and balanced diet and to heal from performance demands or prepare for production.

Nourishment packages

Bespoke skincare products and directions to assist the glow on the outside as well as in the inside: mud masks, moisturiser, cleanser, floral mist, lip balm, body scrub, bath mixes, essential oils and more designed  uniquely with EZENSE skincare.

Yoga, Meditation & mindfulness

Fusing together elements of Purna yoga, Okido, Tapping, Affirmation , Yoga Nidra, Mindfulness and Pranayama.

Fitness training program

Utilising a variety of activities to make fitness training engaging and achievable for the individual.

movement therapy

Free dance and movement sequences inspired by yoga, creative movement and stretching.

"Sam's sound healing workshop was great in helping me explore new ways of grounding myself and opening myself up more to my surroundings"

Chloe Vickers

(Wellness Retreat Participant)

MY EXPERTISE & TRAINING

I am a multi disciplinary performer, meaning in this sense I am an actress who also happens to be a theatre maker, songstress, poet, director, designer, artist, costumer and student of life. I run my own production company "Wild Tongues" through which I am constantly collaborating and creating experiential and experimental eco feminist projects and new work.

I have a BA (theatre) as well as a BMUS (contemporary voice) and 2 certificates in Acting (screen). I am a qualified yoga teacher, with expertise as a trainer in a number of athletic fields: working as a surf instructor, ocean swim coach and beach running (sprinting and 1km run) specialist.

Growing up I had the sports scholarship at school and would engage with every and any sport offered my way: athletics, cross country, volleyball, surfing, gymnastics, swimming, football, hockey, softball to name a few. I also have experience in dance, engaging in full time training at THE SPACE.

I have always loved movement, activity and playfulness and I always try to bring these aspects into my work and my coaching style. My practise is  also heavily influenced by my mum who is a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, okido yoga teacher, acupuncturist, shiatsu therapist, aromatherpist and all around incredible woman.

Q: What is Holistic Performance Coaching?

A:"Nourishing the mind, body and spirit

so that the performer can shine on and off the stage".

~Samantha Hafey