Dance, health and well-being
From July 2nd to 5th, 2026
in Girona
Girona en Moviment
Culture in service of health
Girona en Moviment (GeM) is dance, culture and solidarity! A charitable initiative that promotes the art of dance in the province of Girona and raises funds to fight cancer.
Convinced of the intrinsic link between dance and health, internationally renowned artists have been participating since 2017, united for an important cause through performances, conferences, workshops and short film competitions for all types of audiences.
An international gala, the culmination
Every year, an international gala with classical, neoclassical and contemporary dance pieces puts the finishing touch to the four days of activity, bringing together dancers from the main European companies and from other parts of the world.
Today, more than ever, GeM is a tool for social transformation and a space for free expression for everyone, without exception!
Grand Dance Gala Against Cancer
Sunday July 5 · 7.00 pm · Teatre Municipal de Girona
A unique dance gala where excellence and artistry come together to create an unforgettable celebration of dance at its highest level. The evening brings together renowned Catalan and international principal dancers from some of the world’s leading companies, including Teatro alla Scala, Stuttgart Ballett, Opéra de Lyon, and Philadelphia Ballet, among others. Through passion, energy, and technical mastery, the artists transport audiences into a world of emotion and imagination. Each turn, leap and gesture reveals extraordinary grace and virtuosity. Featuring a diverse repertoire spanning classical, neoclassical, and contemporary dance, including several world premieres, this gala transforms the stage into a vibrant universe of colour, light, music, and movement. Year after year, this exceptional evening continues to captivate audiences and stand as one of the festival’s most anticipated events.
Join us for a closing cocktail reception celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Girona en Moviment festival. An opportunity to meet the dancers from the Grand Dance Gala Against Cancer in an informal and festive atmosphere, while sharing a special evening dedicated to dance, art, and human connection.
An Art Book to Celebrate 10 Years of Girona en Moviment
Celebrate 10 years of dance and solidarity with a unique publication
This year Girona en Moviment celebrates 10 years of commitment to dance, culture and the fight against cancer. To commemorate this milestone, we have published a book-object that not only collects images and memories, but also transmits the soul of the festival. With striking photographs from all the editions, inspiring reflections and the testimony of the artists and audience who have made this project possible, this book is a work of art to have and keep.
Book it today for only €50 donation and be an active part of this collective tribute.
2026 Program
WORKSHOP “EMOTIONS THROUGH ABSTRACT ART”
A creative and experiential workshop exploring emotions through abstract drawing. Using shapes, colours, textures, and expressive marks, participants will be invited to give form to feelings that are often difficult to put into words. No previous artistic experience is required, only a willingness to connect with oneself and engage in the creative process. A space for freedom, self-expression, and emotional wellbeing through art. Activity in Catalan.
Led by : Berta Galindo and Anna Fuentes, psycho-oncologists.
Thursday July 2
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Location: Centre El Foment
Registration fee: 5€
WORKSHOP “MUSICAL FIRST AID KIT”
Musical First Aid Kit is a music therapy workshop designed to introduce practical, everyday tools to support overall wellbeing. Through sound, vibration, and silence, participants will explore different resources that encourage relaxation, self-connection, and emotional awareness. A sensory space to pause, listen inwardly, and discover music as a tool for care and wellbeing. Activity in Catalan.
Led by : Annia Vergonyós, music therapist
Thursday July 2
Time: 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Location: Centre El Foment
Registration fee: 5€
WINES OF HIDDEN GIRONA
A guided wine-tasting walk through Girona’s Old Town, offering a chance to rediscover the city’s hidden stories through wines from the Empordà DO. Led by Romina Ribera of Glops d’Història, archaeologist, sommelier, and passionate wine historian, this unique experience combines local heritage, storytelling, and wine culture. Activity in Catalan.
Thursday July 2
Time: 6:15pm – 8:30pm
Location : Plaça dels Apòstols, Girona Cathedral
Registration fee: 35€
Workshop "Transform your internal dialogue"
A safe space to stop, listen to what you really need and respond to yourself with more kindness. Through simple practices, silence and caring words, we will learn to soften the critical voice and be with ourselves in a more compassionate way.
Workshop led by Fanny Jiménez and Sylvia Miàs, psycho-oncologists.
Friday July 3
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Location: Centre El Foment
Registration fee: 5€
WORKSHOP “BIODANZA”
An immersive workshop using music, movement and body expression to support physical, emotional and relational wellbeing. Through simple dances and group dynamics, participants will connect with their emotions, vitality, and ability to enjoy the present moment. No dance experience is required, only a willingness to be guided by the music and experience the workshop through freedom, connection, and mutual respect.
Led by : Montserrat Olivé
Friday July 3
Time: 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Location: Centre El Foment
Registration fee: 5€
HIP-HOP WORKSHOP
Hip-hop is a cultural movement born in the 1970s in the Bronx, New York, bringing together dance, music, rap, DJing, and graffiti. Influenced by rhythms such as funk, disco, and jazz, it has become a powerful form of artistic and social expression around the world. This workshop offers an introduction to the world of hip-hop and urban dance styles. Participants will explore basic steps and movement foundations, progressively working towards a short final choreography. The workshop will be led by Flavia Sammauro, a performer and dancer trained at the Juste Debout School, Paris. Specialised in hip-hop, popping, and house, she has participated in international competitions such as Hip Hop International and World of Dance. Open to anyone eager to move, connect with their body, and explore the energy of hip-hop.
Saturday July 4
Time 10:00 – 11:30
Location: Studio, Faculty of Education and Psychology, University of Girona
Registration : 10€
*Activity in English
WORKSHOP: “PERFORMING WELL LAB – DANCE & PERFORMANCE RESILIENCE”
Com mantenir la presència, la concentració i la confiança sota pressió com a ballarí o intèrpret? El Performing Well Lab és una experiència pràctica adreçada a ballarins preprofessionals, professionals, mestres i persones interessades en el món de la dansa. A través del moviment, l’escolta corporal i diferents dinàmiques col·lectives, explorarem eines per desenvolupar l’atenció, la claredat mental, la comunicació i el benestar físic i emocional. It’s not about “correcting” anything, but rather discovering specific resources to feel more present, connected and resilient both on stage and in day-to-day life.
Led by : Eldridge Labinjo (Dance & Creative Wellness Foundation)
Saturday July 4
Time: 11:30 – 1:30pm
Location: Studio, Faculty of Education and Psychology, University of Girona
Registration : 10€
*Activity in English
Previous editions
A step-by-step through the history of Girona en Moviment
Donations
HELP SUPPORT GEM
Girona en Moviment creates moments of magic every year by connecting, sharing, inspiring and, above all, helping cancer patients and their families.
TO DO THIS WE NEED EVERYONE'S COLLABORATION.
All proceeds from GeM go directly to the Fundació Oncolliga Girona, a non-profit organization that aims to improve the quality of life of those affected by cancer, as well as promote healthy habits among the general population to prevent this disease.
So what better way to support this cause than to join the mission of dance for health by making a donation?
Organization and team
A committed civil society: Culture and Health go hand in hand
David Rodriguez, dancer, choreographer and cultural manager, promoted in 2017 the solidarity dance initiative against cancer that would become GeM, today an indisputable cultural and health event in the city of Girona. Since its inception, the GeM has been organized thanks to the collaboration of two entities:
The Cultura en Moviment Association , which works to revitalize the dance sector in Catalonia and understands culture as a transformative tool, for dialogue and social cohesion. It is made up of different professionals from the cultural sector who invest their time in the artistic direction, programming and production of GeM.
The Oncolliga Girona Foundation , which works to improve the quality of life of cancer patients in the province of Girona and their families, in addition to promoting healthy habits to prevent this disease. All proceeds from GeM activities go to the Oncolliga Girona Foundation. GeM would not be possible without the involvement of its professional team.
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