Falling Frut: A Workshop with Tutifruti

A movement and poetry workshop exploring risk, fear and resilience takes place at Skatebird Miami as part of the O, Miami Poetry Festival. Taking place Friday, April 17, Falling Frut is led by Tutifruti and reimagines the skatepark as a space for guided physical practice and creative reflection rather than skating.

Participants begin with body awareness exercises, moving through the space without protective gear before transitioning into a structured “falling clinic.” The session invites participants to observe their physical and emotional responses, reframing falling as an essential part of learning. A poetry component led by Miami-based artist and educator Sara Haley complements the movement work, focusing on expression and personal insight.

Presented by Tutifruti, a nonprofit focused on mental health and creative engagement, the workshop combines movement and writing in a community-oriented setting aligned with the festival’s emphasis on accessible, interdisciplinary poetry experiences.