BUTOH CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS WITH JUJU ALISHINA
Our educational activities:
Regular courses via Zoom
Juju Alishina has been teaching online on the Zoom platform since the lockdown period. People from all over the world participate in our courses!
- Every monday 19:00-20:30 (UTC+2)
- Every Wednesday 11:00-12.30 (UTC+2)
Free for your first lesson.
All you need is a chair, a bottle of water and a yoga mat.
The theme changes every week.
Register from the link on this page below
Butoh Summer Workshop in Paris
19- 24 July 2027 (All levels)
14:00-19:00
16- 21 August 2027 (Advanced levels)
14:00-19:00
Place : Studio Biped - Micadanses 16, rue Geoffroy-l'Asnier 75004 Paris FRANCE
Registrations ongoing !
Butoh classes in Paris
Butoh Regular class
ALL LEVELS
Classes in Paris will resume on November 7, 2026
Every Saturday
10:00 – 12:00
Physical training and guided improvisation
Place: Centre sportif des Lilas
- 5 rue des Lilas, 75019 Paris
Details: in the middle of this page
SOKKYO - Improvised Dance Sessions
Tuesdays: May 19, and June 2nd, 2026
The aim of SOKKYO is to provide a comfortable and safe space where each person can explore their own dance, practise freely, and meet others in a spirit of openness between different languages of movement.
Open to adults, All levels,
18:00–19:45 : Warm-up and improvisation guidance
20:00–21:30 : Open improvisation
Location
Salle de spectacle 200 m²: 23 rue Joseph de Maistre 75018 Paris FRANCE
Butoh workshop in your school, your city, your country!
(directed in French, English and Japanese)
- For 6 - 25 participants
- All levels, adults, men and women,
- Wear : flexible dancewear.
- Dance hall space: 70 m2 - 200 m2 depending on the number of participants
- Floor: floor or dance mat,
- We need a sound system, cloakroom
- The teacher's remuneration is fixed and independent of the number of participants.
- Accommodation and travel expenses for the teacher are the responsibility of the organizer.
- Possibility of a simple demonstration
Online private lessons
Juju Alishina offers one-to-one online lessons in addition to the usual group lessons.
Face-to-face lessons 2026
Saturdays
10:00-12:00
Single class
(10:00–12:00):
€25 (without membership)
€20 (for members)
Class card (valid for 1 year from the purchase date):
5 classes = €90 (€18 per class)
10 classes = €170 (€17 per class)
20 classes = €300 (€15 per class)
Membership is required to purchase a class card.
Annual membership fee for NUBA association::
35 € fot 1st year
25 € 2nd year and beyond
Validity: 1 year from the purchase date.
At the Centre sportif des Lilas
5 rue des Lilas 75019 Paris
Butoh class in Paris
with Juju Alishina
and her teaching team
Would you like to start learning Butoh this new season?
The Alishina Method offers an authentic approach to Butoh, rooted in the performing arts, profound physicality, and a rigorous Japanese aesthetic. It is grounded in precise forms and techniques, an intimate relationship with the earth, and a non-verbal approach that engages the whole body.
Juju Alishina, author of
Butoh Dance Training, offers an accessible approach to Butoh for beginners as well as experienced dancers. Her classes provide an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of Butoh and bodywork techniques while developing creativity and Ki.
Our regular studio will be under renovation from July until the end of October. Therefore, there will be no in-person classes in Paris in September and October 2026. During this period, Juju Alishina will be in Japan.
But you can start your Butoh training online from September.
While we wait for the Paris studio to reopen, classes will continue online in September and October. You can start online and then continue in person in Paris when regular classes resume on November 7, 2026.
From September 1, 2026, the same class tickets can be used for both online and in-person classes in Paris.
Choose the date that suits you and register directly from the Online Class page.
Your first online class is free.
Classes in Paris will resume on November 7, 2026, and will then continue normally until the end of June 2027.
Calendar of Paris Class 2026
The calendar will be updated according to the situation, so please check it just before you come.
Classes will resume on November 7, 2026, and will then continue normally until the end of June 2027.
7 November 2026
14 November 2026
21 November 2026
28 November 2026
5 December 2026
12 December 2026
19 December2026
9 January 2027
16 January 2027
23 January 2027
30 January 2027
6 February 2027
27 February 2027
6 March 2027
13 March 2027
20 March 2027
27 March 2027
3 April 2027
24 April 2027
8 May 2027
15 May 2027
22 May 2027
29 May 2027
5 June 2027
12 June 2027
19 June 2027
26 June 2027
Centre sportif des Lilas
5 rue des Lilas 75019 Paris FRANCE
Card Policy
- Non-Refundable: Cards cannot be refunded, but validity may be extended in cases of illness or relocation.
- Non-Transferable: Cards are issued to individuals and cannot be transferred to others.
Ways of payment
- When you come to the class, you will pay directly to the teacher. Check or cash (Please bring the exact amount. teacher doesn't have change)
2. Bank transfer to
Danse Compagnie NUBA
Credit Agricole Normandie
IBAN : FR76 1660 6190 1152 0018 1723 781
BIC : AGRIFRPP866
Group rates : Please consult us by e-mail.
Interior Rule : NUBA has the privilege to exclude person having committed physical or moral damages to the Company, its representative or members, in order to keep its activity and its mission in best conditions.
School holidays: Saturday classes are suspended during school holidays, public holidays and transport strike days. see the schedule below.
Our pedagogy
Juju Alishina offers a balanced and harmonious approach to the Butoh movement in all its forms. Considered a key figure in the third generation of Butoh, she assimilates several styles and, since 1982, has developed a personal style by working with respect for the body. She built her method from her deep and varied research into Asian dance forms and from her own authentic and living experience of the danced body.
Accessible to everyone—beginners as well as experienced dancers of all ages—her method offers not only a creative approach to dance movement but also an introduction to the aesthetics and philosophy of Butoh as a means of expression and liberation.
Juju Alishina invites readers to engage in work based on simulation and proactivity, leading them to think, imagine, invent, and create through at least a thousand hours of enriching learning. Artists, for their part, can find in this method resources to develop and strengthen their own axis of construction and consolidation within their discipline.
Very popular in Japan, the United States, and Europe, the Alishina Method has already brought together thousands of students.
PROGRAM (3 work objectives)
Technical education
(all levels)
- BUTOH Basics
- Walk
- Ripple (wave transmission)
- Balance between dynamism and relaxation, tender and letting go
- Improvised dance technique
- Contact
- Word games
- Exercises with balon
- Interpretation
- Voice work
- Study of facial movements
- Compositions
- Choreography
Well-being / fitness
( all levels )
- Body control: postural tone regardless of the effort produced
- Breath work
- Muscle work
- Stretching
- Easing
- Soft gymnastics
- Awakening and circulation of energy (KI)
- Raise awareness and manage stress
- Relaxation
- Japanese massage (Shiatsu)
Research and creation workshop
(advanced level, professional)
- Theory
- Character game
- Study memory
- Exploration of the image in action
- Approach to staging
- Rhythm work with musicians
- Makeup Techniques, Costumes
- End of internship representation
Participant Feedback
Maryline Martias from Trois Rivières, Guadeloupe
: attended the workshop in July 2024
"This workshop was in line with what I expected. It will allow me to develop my knowledge in the field of contemporary dance and to delve deeper during a future workshop in Paris with Juju and through my personal research, my approach to Butoh dance. Juju's great rigor and kindness helped establish an effective and serene work environment. The warm-up part was very well done and allowed the body to enter into movement without injury. It's a workshop where I felt I worked hard, but my body hardly had any soreness! The musical choices were very appropriate and relevant to the exercises proposed. The pedagogical approach of the instructor was progressive and followed a logic that made it clear that it takes time to grasp Butoh. There was great kindness and a good atmosphere regarding my colleagues. There was a lot of exchange among us, which allowed us to share our diverse artistic practices."
Seguin Sabina from Paris
: attended the workshop in July 2023.
"This workshop deeply touched me as it confirmed that within our traditional, ancestral dances lies an inexhaustible source of wisdom. The spacious and pleasant venue, along with the moments spent outdoors, were highly appreciated. The music used was in perfect harmony with the teachings, connected to the elements. I valued the rigor and discipline present throughout the workshop."
Irene Gwerder from Zurich, Switzerland
: attended the workshop in July 2023.
"I really enjoyed the combination of body strengthening exercises and dance moments. The balance between the two was perfect. The schedule was well thought out, with short breaks throughout the day. The timings were ideal as they allowed me to explore Paris in the morning. The location of the workshop right in the heart of Le Marais was pleasant and ideal. The venue was spacious, providing ample room for all participants to work comfortably. Moreover, I discovered new music that I truly appreciated.
Kahlina, Dragica from Thalwil, Switzerland
: attended the workshop in July 2023.
"I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop; it was exactly what I had hoped for. I appreciated that it took place in the afternoon, the room temperature was comfortable, and there was enough space. I loved the group dynamics, and the instructions were very clear and effective, allowing for a well-paced progression over the days without overtaxing any particular body part. The diversity of the music and the glimpses of the Japanese roots behind Butoh were also captivating."
Maria Carolina de Lacerda Werneck , Brazil
: attended the workshop in July 2025
"I appreciated the workshop as a whole. I’ve taken many Butoh classes before, and I really liked that Juju has a more focused and organized way of teaching technical skills, not just improvisation or abstract concepts. I understand this was only a glimpse into a profound and complex art form, but even in this short time, I’ve learned a lot.
I also want to thank Juju for the care, dedication, and professionalism with which she managed everything, including the challenges that came up during the workshop. That takes strength.
I loved the studio—it was spacious, full of light, and open to the street. Not being in a closed, underground space made a difference. I feel that this openness actually connects with the spirit of Butoh. The music was beautiful. And the teacher—just inspiring. As someone who hopes to teach in the future, I believe that Juju’s classes and approach have given me tools that will support both my personal training and, eventually, my ability to guide others."
Rie Sakamoto (Japanese) , Angles, France
: attended the workshop in July 2025
"Before joining this workshop, I often wondered how to truly listen to the voice of my own body. Through this experience, I was deeply moved to discover that certain movements can reveal that inner voice. It was powerful. Sharing this journey with participants from all over the world was truly inspiring. I feel that my perspective has grown and deepened. Especially yesterday—dancing by the Seine was an unforgettable experience. I definitely want to join again. Thank you so much."
Anna Juniewicz from Warsaw, Poland
: attended the workshop in August 2022.
" I really liked the teacher and the way of her work, the combination of physical training and talk/reflexions.The venue was very comfortable, with a good floor, and surprisingly private. The location couldn't have been better. The organization was very good, we were provided with all the necessary information and the timing of emails was also great (a short reminder right before the workshop). The participants were an interesting mix of people, each of them bringing something valuable to the workshop, and they were all kind and open. "
Aislyn Knight from USA
: attended the workshop in July 2022.
"I enjoyed and appreciated the way the workshop was structured and run. There was a variety to break-up the five-hour days, as well as the days of the week. My favorite part was the collaboration in creating an original piece and performing it on the last days. "
Juliette Guinle from Toulouse, France
: attended the workshop in July 2022.
" Juju Alishina's professional eye and caring presence put me in conditions conducive to self-expression. I felt accompanied, not judged.
I was looking for a different way of looking at the body and movement, and Butoh allowed me to touch on this, without any pressure, leaving aside institutional technical expectations. The organization of the workshop was fluid, complete and serious, and we were able to go through a lot. "
