“…We are thus moved not only to experience partnered practices for the pleasures individually derived but also to further kinetic, aesthetic, kinesthetic, and energetic ways of moving joyfully with others. Over the past 5 years, within our Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council-funded multiphase InterActive for Life (IA4L) project, we have observed, interviewed, and made video documentaries of expert practitioners of partnered movement practices ranging from Push-Hands Tai Chi, to AcroYoga, Salsa Dance, and Equestrian Arts (Phase 1); mobilized our findings to enhance pedagogical practices of Teacher Education students through the co-creation of generalized partnered activities and resources (Phase 2); and responded to emerging and seasoned educators with vested interest in prioritizing motile communication and relational connectedness in their pedagogical practices (Phase 3); Lloyd, 2021;Lloyd & Smith, 2021, 2022a, 2022bNyetap et al, 2020;Smith & Lloyd, 2022).…”