DANCE ELEMENTAL OFFERS A UNIQUE EXPRESSION OF ECSTATIC DANCE CULTURE,
inspired by nature-centered spiritual traditions. Embody your divine
nature with conscious DANCE DJ MUSIC, and Sacred Space created by our
very own Dakini Uma Amitabha.
Become the DANCE, become the music. We DANCE AND JOURNEY AS A
COMMUNITY TO WITNESS AND REMIND OURSELVES OF THE BEAUTY THAT WE ARE.
Learn and grow from each element and work with its unique, palpable
energy. Celebrate together and allow your inner light to be revealed!
DJ - [Announced on Facebook page]
*********************************************** When? Monthly - First
and Third SATURDAYS 8pm - 11pm (Doors open at 7:30pm - Brief
Orientation at 8:00)
Where? Center for Creative Living 1460 Koll Circle, Suite C - SAN
JOSE, CA 95112 * Please circle around to the back of the office park
building. There is a sign in the window and purple drapes. *
********************************************** Admit ONE: $20 per
adult at the door. Cash only.
SIGN UP EARLY ONLINE with a friend and get a sweet deal: the "DANCE
DUO" Ticket! Two admitted for $30! _Must sign up early here on
Eventbrite to get this discount._
Teen Ticket (ages 16-19 w/ ID): $10 Children (15 and under): FREE
*ALL MINORS must be accompanied by a responsible adult.*
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Need More info? Cool... keep reading.
Basic structure: A beautiful sacred space for free-form dancing to
amazing music in a loving community environment.
* Be moved by Live DJ with Live Drumming and Improvisational music
too! Bring your heart-felt intention and DANCE IT INTO BEING. You are
welcome to bring a token to represent your intention if you so desire,
and place it on the Community Altar as we JOURNEY TOGETHER.
* Areas set up for meditation, energy work, and community networking.
Healthy snacks, tea and water are provided. All ages welcome! Young
children should be supervised by parents/guardians.
* Chairs available. Feel free to bring your own yoga mats for
stretching or lying down. We invite volunteer Reiki healers and other
energy/body workers to attend the healing area. Other volunteer
opportunities are available as well. Please send US your volunteer
inquiries in advance for trade possibilities.
Even MORE about the DANCE * If you have never attended before, please
take a few minutes to read on.
DANCE ELEMENTAL IS INSPIRED BY ECSTATIC DANCE CULTURE AND
NATURE-centered spiritual paths. Though you may have attended other
ECSTATIC DANCE EVENTS, DANCE ELEMENTAL IS A UNIQUE EXPRESSION OF THIS
FORM. Music is selected to take you on a JOURNEY THROUGH THE FOUR
ELEMENTS THAT LEADS YOU BACK TO YOUR CENTER (spirit). This is a
container created for authentic self expression through DANCE,
meditation in motion, deep play, spiritual centering and community.
Rediscover and liberate your heart-of-hearts together through DANCE!
We welcome all to the DANCE. Open your heart, and dissolve any blocks
of judgment and fear. Move your body and soul to a handpicked mix of
world music, tribal, funk, electronica, trance, ambient and much more.
Short, guided meditations are spoken between sections to help
transition US from element to element as we JOURNEY TOGETHER THROUGH
THE EXPERIENCE. We are dedicated to providing this touchstone for
individual wholeness, healing, growth, and community harmony.
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What to expect when you arrive:
Arrive to soft music. Check in first and then quietly find a place for
your things. Be welcomed with a cleansing/smudge if you choose (sage
or gentle mist). Relax, breathe and stretch as others arrive.
Orientation and Opening Circle is at 8:00 p.m.
We will come together for a welcoming circle, speaking of our names,
intention setting, and grounding meditation. Then the dancing starts
in earnest.
Stations: * Not to be confused with the religious variety ;)
There are several "stations" around the edge of the DANCE AREA TO HELP
YOU WITH BEING PRESENT DURING THE DANCE.
1. Drumming: There are an assortment of drums/shakers available for
you to play. You may borrow available instruments or bring your own.
Please attend children. The goal is to support the DANCERS BY ADDING
TO THE ENERGY OF THE MUSIC. Sensitivity and awareness is key to
holding the energy in the room... There is no dogma, just a few
guidelines for everyone's enjoyment.
2. Tea Area: Need a refresher? We have a lovely table with healthy
snacks to help re-energize and 'ground' you. A great place to chat
(quietly) as well.
3. Chill out zone: Need to be still for awhile? This is a cozy space
set for meditation/stillness.
4. Healing: Feeling tapped? Reiki Practitioners and experienced Energy
Workers from within our community are often available to offer their
care to re-energize and align the participants.
5. Community Altar: This is a space for you to focus your energy and
intention, or to draw inspiration from during the DANCE. You may bring
something to place on or near the altar if you feel called to do so.
6. Community networking area: This surface is set aside so that we can
get to know one another better. Bring your business cards and
brochures, event flyers, freebies, etc. Please take a moment to look
through the materials during the evening and collect anything of
interest. Seek and ye shall find.
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* Guidelines and Tips *
1. We kindly ask for no talking on the DANCE FLOOR. This allows for
people to go deeper into their DANCE AND CONNECT WITH THEIR JOURNEY
THROUGH THE ELEMENTS. (Chat and conversation is welcome in the tea
room, outside, or very quietly just off the DANCE FLOOR.)
2. DANCE HOWEVER YOU WANT. There is no right or wrong way. Listen to
your body and move to the way it feels. Express who you are from the
inside out.
3. Respect yourself as well as those around you. Please be mindful to
make room for others as you move about the DANCE FLOOR. Pay attention
to your boundaries and the boundaries of others. Communicate through
eye contact and body language. Be compassionate and aware. It is our
highest intention that this DANCE IS A SAFE SPACE AND SANCTUARY FOR
COMMUNITY AND INDIVIDUAL SELF EXPRESSION. If you need space or wish to
disengage with another during the DANCE, simply put your hands
together in prayer pose and gently bow. This is a clear signal that
you want to be in your own space. Mutual respect, always.
4. If you bring a child, please DANCE WITH THEM AND ENGAGE. They learn
by example, and we appreciate no running and/or yelling. Having
'smalls' attend this event is a blessing, and their added energy on
the DANCE FLOOR IS SUCH A BOON TO THE COMMUNITY.
5. Bring extra water - mainly recommended for those who get very
thirsty while exercising, or have a cold.
6. Wear clothes that make you feel good and are comfortable for
dancing. Be expressive and colorful if you like, or just show up in
your sweats. It's all good! Dancing barefoot or in socks is fine.
Shoes are ok, but heavy tread shoes or heals are not allowed. Most
DANCE SHOES OR SLIPPERS ARE GREAT.
7. This is a Clean & Sober event. No drugs or alcohol of any kind,
inside or outside of the body. Those who show up under the influence
will be asked to leave. Thank you for honoring this healthy boundary.
8. Do not bring cameras. This includes cell phones (on/near the DANCE
FLOOR). Ask the organizers if you have questions about this policy.
9. ALL ages and genders are welcome.
10. Be yourself!
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* Closing *
We end with a simple Heart Sharing, with a few words spoken by those
who wish to speak about what they experienced, and any gratitudes,
etc. There is also time allowed for community announcements just
before we part. Remember you are free to bring flyers for your events
and put them on the community networking table as well.
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