Welcome to our monthly Wednesday evening Dance Temple! Conscious dance and community connection in sacred space.
Join us at Edelweiss Club for an ecstatic dance journey on Wednesday, November 26th. Featuring Andrew Allsgood as our guest facilitator/dj.
Details for Wednesday, Nov 26th:
Facilitation and music by guest DJ Andrew Allsgood:
A DJ of 25+ years and music obsessive since childhood, Andrew is of the belief that every moment in life deserves a soundtrack. A long storied history of music creation and connecting through the musical vibrations he shares from behind the decks have made Andrew a staple at music events and festivals across Vancouver Island and far beyond. A genuine reverence for Sound System Culture and the power of dance is Andrew’s compass in life. A 5Rhythms devotee, Andrew lives for connection through movement & music, gathered in community. Whether as a dancer, conscious dance facilitator or both, Andrew’s creativity and enthusiasm shines bright. Andrew is honoured to have been asked to lead Dance Temples in Cowichan, Saltspring Island, Cedar, Comox Valley and Cortes Island. In short, Andrew is the living, breathing embodiment of Dance Music Culture and lives to share his passion with the world.
Doors open at 6:45pm
Dance session: 7 to 8:30pm
Sliding scale: $20-$40 (no charge for kids under 12);
$15-$20 low income
Reserve your place with an etransfer to
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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):
**SHIRTS ON PLEASE**
Please keep your shirt on, regardless of your gender (we've decided out of fairness to ask everyone, regardless of gender, to keep their shirts on)
** IF YOU INTEND TO SWEAT **
Please care for yourself and others by:
1) Taking a shower before you arrive
2) Bringing a towel to wipe up any wake you leave behind
**SCENT-FREE SPACE**
Please refrain from wearing anything scented in the space (including essential oils and liniments)
** CELL PHONE USE **
By popular request we have a 'no cell phone use' policy in the dance space. If you need to use your device, please do so in the foyer or outside. As you can imagine, it's distracting otherwise.
** DANCING & CONSENT **
Enjoy your own personal dance or spark up creative movement with others, if there is mutual agreement . If you wish to dance with another, look for eye contact or the body language of an invitation (if that isn't there then it's a "no"). Remember that a person's willingness to dance can change from moment to moment or week to week. 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.
** TALKING **
The dance floor is a no-talking zone. This is again done to remove any distractions and to allow for dropping in more fully. If you need to have a conversation, however brief, please step out into the foyer or go outside.
If you witness a conversation happening, you are welcome to gently remind people of this request (with a gesture).
** KIDS **
Parents are asked to kindly monitor their kids and keep them close (at arm's reach). If it's quiet (especially at the beginning and ending), and your kids aren't - please see that they are guided into relative silence. Otherwise we will ask you to take them outside so as not to distract others from the proceedings.
**FOOTWEAR**
Please go barefoot or wear only indoor shoes or sneakers in the dance space.
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 to move 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 (can be in the form of a prayer, meditation or circle)
• Minimal facilitation. You are free to move as you wish.
Dance Temple is an inclusive community that celebrates gender diversity and authentic expression.
In Closing:
Please arrive early or on time so that we may all journey together.
Bring a water bottle.
Breathe.
Take care of yourself, others and the space.
Wear comfortable clothing for movement.
Be prepared to sweat.
We acknowledge with deep respect that we gather on unceded Lekwungen Territory, home of the Esquimalt and Songhees First Nations. We honour the long-time, ongoing indigenous stewardship of this land with gratitude.
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