Ecstatic Dance Berkshire Takeover - The Hero's Journey With The Didge Guy

This event will be held on behalf of Ecstatic Dance Berkshire, by David, The Didge Guy, and Sarah Steel.

Join David as he facilitates this Ecstatic Dance with the theme of 'The Hero's Journey'.

We have all taken The Hero's Journey at some point, in some form in our lives. These journeys are often walked in solitude coming from a resolution where there is no fanfare or welcome home party for the workyou have done.

Not this time! No matter your trials in life, we will dance our way through The Hero's Journey as a group energy. This group energy will be supportive, understanding, non-judgemental and celebratory. For one another.

The Hero's Journey will be a mix of The Didge Guy's own music and music from other artists mixed live, followed by a short sound bath. There will definitely be some didgeridoo at the start and end of this event!

Please arrive in time for a 730 start to guarantee entry to the event.

THE JOURNEY

Enter the hall space in sacred silence from 7.20pm and join us for a 7.30 start.

Sarah Steel will lead us through a cacao ceremony before the sound and movement journey begins.

With Ecstatic Dance, movement is conscious, intuitive and spontaneous as you allow the vibrations of the sound to resonate in whichever way feels right for you. The invitation is to disconnect the mind and connect with the body freely, noticing any self-judgement and any fears around judgement from others.

Together we co-create a safe container, offering respect to our fellow dancers and their space, keeping to the guidelines of no chat, no shoes, no drugs, no alcohol.

THE MUSIC

Each dance is a soundwave journey, with the music being intuitively chosen from an eclectic mix of different genres. The experience is less about the type of music and more about how all aspects of your being relates to it. You'll be invited to be curious with your exploration of your body and movements, to bring moment by moment awareness to what's moving through you.

IMPORTANT INFO

Please note that by purchasing a ticket you agree that Just BE Sound and Movement Therapy is not liable for any injury or harm that you may incur at this event (dancing only exactly as YOU feel to) & you agree to take full responsibility of yourself, your health, your wellbeing and all of your belongings whilst at the session -Thank you.

This is an over 18’s, respectfully alcohol and drug free environment. We move/dance barefoot or with grip socks, so gain a deeper connection between the body and the Earth. And to ensure we are safe and respectful of others on the dancefloor.

Photos/videos may be taken during the event.

WHAT OUR DANCERS SAY

'What an experience, mind blowing, loved every minute of it!'

‘That was the best experience of my life! To feel no judgement in a room full of people!’

'How does ecstatic dance feel? Like you are truly in your own world, letting your body take in and respond to wonderful music....to really FEEL the music and what that brings up in your body. '

'As a newbie to this type of dance, I've tried it a handful of times and am completely hooked. I had never danced before and was very self-conscious at first, I'm overjoyed at how liberating and natural this feels and it is now one of my core activities for self -and soul nourishment!’

WHERE

Bucklers Park Community Hub - The Main Hall - there is a large car park. Please be respectful of neighbours as you are leaving and do not stay to chat in the car park, due to the end time of the event. Buckler’s Park Community Hub, Goodwood Crescent, Crowthorne, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG45 6NB

PLEASE BRING

Wear comfortable clothing/layers/anything you feel like expressing yourself in. Bring a water bottle (and take it home with you) grip socks if you do not want to move barefoot.

PAYMENT

We have set a donation option to reduce your ticket fee cost however the price is fixed. Please enter the correct amount to purchase your ticket. Thank you in advance! Any tickets booked below the indicated donation amount will be refunded.

(If ordering more than one ticket either book separately or please adjust accordingly. You will only receive 1 ticket in this case but we can see how many you have purchased by the amount.)

EVENTBRITE ORDER CONFIRMATION

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CANCELLATIONS

No refunds, however, you may nominate another person to attend in your place if you are unable to.

CACAO

Contraindications: Ceremonial Cacao is not recommended for anyone in the first trimester of pregnancy, with a serious heart condition, epilepsy or taking antidepressants. If you would like to still attend and take a much lower dose, you can do so at your own risk. Our Cacao is First Grade Ceremonial Cacao. Cacao is a powerful plant medicine that contains iron, zinc, potassium, copper, and magnesium which contribute to cardiovascular health. It is said to have benefits for depression as it contains anandamide, the bliss molecule and has the ability to trigger the release of dopamine and endorphins and increase serotonin. Cacao also has powerful antioxidants and can balance blood sugar levels by increasing the blood flow to the brain. This helps with focus and awareness. Cacao also has spiritual and emotional benefits and can help us to connect with our higher self, tune in to our intuition and access transformational states.

ABOUT

Just BE Sound and Movement Therapy is run by Alison Heaslewood who qualified in Sound and Movement Therapy with the British Academy of Sound Therapy. She is also the founder of Ecstatic Dance Berkshire. Watch our videos and find out more at www.instagram.com/soundandmovementtherapy To read reviews: www.facebook.com/JustBEsoundandmovementtherapy#

This event is led by...

David Atkinson - Sound Healing, Meditation & Event Support - Nomadic Therapist

David is a key member of the Ecstatic Dance Berkshire Team. His deep connection with Earth energies and sound has most recently led him to hold sacred sound baths in West Kennet Long Barrow. A talented musician, he plays didgeridoo, handpan, drum and bowls, and often plays during or after Ecstatic Dances. In particular, his didgeridoo playing has been well received by the dance community, as the vibrations bring new depths to the journeys and create space for deep healing. He also leads meditations, walks and teaches dowsing.

Sarah Steel

Sarah Steel is a breathwork facilitator, meditation teacher and reiki master. Sarah is also trained in the art of cacao ceremony in which she has embraced the rich history and mindful preparation of cacao as a pathway to healing and presence. Through this sacred practice, she invites cacao to journey alongside you, creating intentional spaces for soul journeys, meditation, transformation and heartfelt connection.