Ecstatic Dance Chicago is an extraordinary dance gathering that elevates culture and brings folks closer together. It offers a space that nurtures personal and communal joy through the practice of mindfulness, and authentic and inspired expression.
You are invited to explore, to find your dance, to find your space, to be inspired, to stretch your comfort zone, to celebrate, and most importantly to have an amazing time. You are invited to be as you are, and as you want to be, and to connect with yourself, and with other dancers by asking, offering, and refusing permission.
As we dance freely together, we will create an awesome collective energy that will support the flow of our life force energy.
Time
7pm – 9:30pm
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Presenter
Dance Activation – Dj Romance, Funky Dance Grooves
Warm Up – Roman Borochin, Energy Awareness and Play
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SCHEDULE
- 7:00pm Arrive and Connect
- 7:10pm Opening Circle and Intention Setting
- 7:20pm Movement Warm Up
- 7:40pm Dance
- 9:10pm Meditative Relaxation
- 9:20pm Reflections + Closing
Everyone is welcome to attend, no matter your age, physical ability, or appearance. To support our container everyone who attends is required to at the least be willing to practice the space and dance guidelines.
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Required Space Guidelines:
– Avoid wearing perfumes, colognes, scented oils, and other strong scents.
– Address body odor before entering the dance space. Deodorant will be available.
– Do not wear shoes, unless you need them to dance. (Indoor shoes please)
– Keep the dance space clear of belongings.
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Required Dance Guidelines:
“Be Present”
– No verbal conversations, cell phone use, or video/photography on the dance floor.
– Give extra space to anyone wearing a Red Fabric. Clean Red Fabric will be available.
“Be Consensual”
– Please get permission before involving others in your dance, physical touch, conversation, photos, or videos.
– While dancing...
a) To invite a participant into a shared dance, make eye contact and a gesture of open hands.
b) To invite a participant into a shared physical contact first follow instruction
a), then offer your forearm as an invitation for a place to contact, or ask verbally “can I touch you,” or “can we dance in contact?”
c) To refuse an invitation, make eye contact w/ your palms together at the chest as a sign of “no thank you,” or ignore the invitation.
d) To finish a shared dance, make eye contact w/ your palms together at the chest as a sign of “thank you, I am done,” or just dance away.
“Be Vocal”
– Use your speaking voice when you need to offer/refuse/ask for consent, and to clarify personal boundaries.
– Vocal expression such singing, shouting, and vocalizing is welcome as long as it is not a continuous disruption to the dance space.
“Take Care”
– Keep the intimacy found in shared dances exclusive to the specific exchange.
– Take responsibility for your actions and personal space.
– Share our guidelines with those that don't know them.
– If you need support of any kind during the dance you can ask a Dance Guide (wearing green light or fabric wristband), or another participant for help. After the dance you can ask the Ecstatic Dance Chicago Council at EDClisten@gmail.com.
– And most important of all, have fun and let yourself shine!
Tickets are available
- Purchase a sliding scale ticket from Sat Nam Yoga to join the dance!
$25, $30, $40 or more if you wish.
- You can also receive a ticket by helping to set up and break down, by being a dance guide, or helping at the door. Contact EcstaticDanceChicago@gmail.com to inquire.
You must be registered with Sat Nam Yoga to attend.
Registering through the link below will save you time in line when you arrive. Heads up ED family, the registration process in person takes about 4-7 minutes. We appreciate your cooperation.
Cost
Purchase a sliding scale ticket in advance to join the dance.
$25 community
$30 supporter
$40 super supporter ~ keeping the dance alive!