Welcome to Dance Temple Cowichan!Join us at The Hub, Cowichan Station, for our monthly ecstatic dance journey on Friday, October 16th, featuring Andrew Allsgood as our guest facilitator/DJ!
Session Details:
7:00PM - Doors Open
7:00PM-7:30PM - Warm Up
7:30PM - Guided opening (Although you can come at any time - please arrive by 7:30PM so that we may all journey together)
7:30PM-9:00PM - Dance
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*TICKETS*
$20-$30 sliding scale (no charge for kids under 15)
$15-$20 low income: limited amount available, available by pre-purchase only, please consider if you need this.
Tickets are available at the door (cash only) or can be pre-purchased with an e-transfer to [email protected]
Please attend only if you feel 100% well.
Newcomers welcome! No experience necessary.
Regular Temple Guidelines (please read through, especially if you're new to Dance Temple):
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DANCE TEMPLE COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS
(Please read through, especially if you're new to Dance Temple)
Welcome to our freeform movement temple. Here we have collectively decided to develop compassion, awareness and acceptance, deepen into a body-centred meditation, and practice dance in a non-verbal space.
* NO TALKING *
The dance floor is a no-talking zone. We hold this non-verbal space to allow ourselves to drop our awareness into our bodies, movement, and our inner experience. If you need to have a conversation, however brief, please step out into the hallway or go outside.
* DANCING WITH CONSENT *
Enjoy your own personal dance or spark up creative movement with others in mutual agreement. If you wish to dance with another, tune into their body language that will clearly give you a 'yes' or 'no'. Respect that a person's willingness to dance can change from moment to moment. At any time you or the person you are dancing with may choose to end the encounter by moving away, or bowing with hands in prayer.
* KEEP KIDS CLOSE*
Parents are asked to kindly monitor their kids and keep them close and safe (at arm's reach). Please support us by requesting your children be mindful of their voices during opening and closing. Kindly we request no running around on the dance floor. This is to promote and ensure the safety of the children and dancers, and also to provide a space where dancers can drop into their inner journey trusting that the children are out of harm's way.
* CELL PHONE FREE *
We request a 'no cell phone use' policy in the dance space. Use ‘airplane’ mode. If you need to use your devices, there is lots of space in the foyer or outdoors.
* SHIRTS ON PLEASE *
Please keep your shirt on, regardless of your gender.
* SCENT-FREE SPACE *
Please refrain from wearing anything scented in the space due so as to create a space that everyone can enjoy.
* CONTACT IMPROVISATION *
Please be mindful of how your dance is affecting the other dancers in the space. We ask you to minimize lifting and keep your explorations on the lighter side in order to create a safe space for those who may have their eyes closed or who are wary of bodies moving in unexpected directions.
*BAREFOOT *
Please go barefoot or wear only indoor shoes or sneakers in the dance space.
*WEAVE YOUR DANCE*
Feel free to move in and around the space, creating a beautiful energetic tapestry of shared experience in community.
HERE'S MORE OF WHAT DANCE TEMPLE OFFERS:
* Practice freedom of expression through movement, while respecting and being aware of those around you
* Tune into an eclectic selection of musical flavors from a revolving lineup of experienced facilitators
* Inspire and explore new ways of moving your body
* Explore the altar space for contemplation, reflection and intention setting
* Learn to enter into a state of trance without the use of substances (no drugs or alcohol please)
* Non-denominational opening and closing (may be in the form of a prayer, meditation, or a circle)
* Minimal facilitation. You are free to move as you wish
* We celebrate the gender diversity of our dance tribe.
* Bring a water bottle & small towel if you intend to sweat.
* Wear comfortable clothing for movement.
* Be prepared to sweat!
Event venue
The Hub at Cowichan Station, 2375 Koksilah Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6M5, Canada
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