Cacao Ceremony, Ecstatic Dance & Live Sound Bath ~ Deya CacaoAmor, Gaia Harvey Jackson & Osara

Ecstatic Dance Bristol

Simpleweb, 86 Bedminster Parade, BS3 4HL

11/06 | Cacao Ceremony, Ecstatic Dance & Live Sound Bath ~ Gaia Harvey Jackson, Deya CacaoAmor & Osara

18/06 | Ecstatic Dance, Live Songs & Sound Journey ~ Osara

24/06 | Yaba's Gira: Umbanda Workshop & Ceremony w/ Cacao ~ Sonia Costa, Roça de Ogum (São Paulo, Brazil) & Deya CacaoAmor

11/06 | Cacao Ceremony, Ecstatic Dance 
& Live Sound Bath
Deya CacaoAmor, Gaia Harvey Jackson & Osara

EDB combines the worlds of Ecstatic Dance, diverse dance music and sound system culture with prayer, mindfulness and ritual.

Using the practice of Ecstatic Dance we create a held space for you to express, expand and experience rejuvenation through movement, dance and sound.

The experience is a modern day ritual where the communion of people, movement and sound serve as mediums for transformation, liberation and soul invigorating celebration.

Our community gatherings are sober and suitable for all ages, abilities and people.

Come as you are. Dance as you please. Be your unique self.

Deya CacaoAmor | Cacao Ceremony & Live Sound Bath

Born and raised in Ecuador Deya grew up drinking Cacao and has been sharing Cacao Ceremonies internationally for over a decade. 

She is the wildly loving Cacao Sorceress and Founder of CacaoAmor. A beautiful being of light, laughter and the energetic embodiment of joy inherent in the spirit of Cacao, her mission is to share the healing powers of Cacao to all those ready to receive it.

Since 2019 Deya has been working with a cooperative in Ecuador exporting premium ceremonial grade Cacao around the world, whilst supporting and protecting the biodiversity of the farms and the people who care for them.

Instagram | Website

*see below for preparation and guidance for the Cacao Ceremony

Gaia Harvey Jackson | Ecstatic Dance DJ & Facilitator

Gaia Harvey Jackson is an Ecstatic Dance DJ and women's empowerment facilitator who creates playful and soulful spaces for you to feel powerful in your own skin and let your inner weirdo breathe. 

Her Ecstatic Dance journey's are a sassy mix of tribal beats, sexy guitar riffs and expansive vocals which take you on a journey of snakey exploration, through to full power release and out the other side, into a heart centred place of connection and reverence.

Listen to her mixes on SoundCloud

Check out her Website

Cacao Ceremony

Preparation

We recommend avoiding or reducing your caffeine intake on the day of event and timing meals so you are not full. This will help your system assimilate the Cacao and prepare your body to receive more subtle energy cues from the Cacao. 

Drink at least 1 litre of water before the Cacao Ceremony throughout the day and stay hydrated. 

If you are taking SSRI antidepressants, please consult with your doctor first and let us know. 

About Cacao

Theobromine Cacao is one of the most nutrient rich foods in the world! Cacao aids in longevity and has many powerful antioxidants. Theobromine present in Cacao, dilates blood vessels, relieving stress on the heart, and sharpens the mind.

The tryptophan and tryptamine serotonin present in Cacao, make it a natural antidepressant. Cacao is the only food plant found containing Anandamide which comes from the Sanskrit word Ananda meaning ‘bliss’. Anandamide is known as the chemical of happiness, an endorphin our body produces, giving us feelings of euphoria. Cacao also contains abundant Phenethylamine, a class of biochemicals that our body produces when we are in love.

Cacao enhances the qualities of what is already there, helping us release stagnant emotions creating space for healing and celebration. We will connect with the spirit of Cacao as a Sacred plant medicine and ally, with the intention of connecting to ourselves and each other. 

d&b audiotechnik Sound System

We have been working with Amber Audio ever since we first launched EDB in February 2019. They provide d&b audiotechnik equipment which is one of the best manufacturers in the industry.

Schedule

15:00 Arrive, Stretch & Warmup Music
15:30 Opening Circle
(15:45 Doors Closed)
15:45 Cacao Ceremony ~ Deya CacaoAmor
16:30 Ecstatic Dance ~ Gaia Harvey Jackson
18:30 Live Songs & Sound Bath ~ Deya CacaoAmor & Osara
18:45 Closing Circle
19:00 Complete

Venue, Parking & Travel

Venue

Address:
Simpleweb, 86 Bedminster Parade, Bristol, BS3 4HL

Google Maps link:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/WKoFDGRSNtLfnZFZ6?g_st=ic

Parking

There is free on-street parking on Sundays in the surrounding area. Please check street signs for parking restrictions / payment requirements (in case there are any).

Travel & Bristol Clean Air Zone

If driving please check if you need to pay to drive through Bristol's Clean Air Zone (CAZ):
https://pay.drive-clean-air-zone.service.gov.uk/vehicles/enter_details

Bristol CAZ map:
https://www.bristol.gov.uk/residents/streets-travel/bristols-caz/view-a-map

Please lift share, walk, cycle, Voi or use public transport where possible. 

What to Bring

• water & bottle
• dress in layers
• something to lie on for Sound Bath (blanket, yoga mat or similar)
• earplugs if you are sensitive to loud sound (the music can get loud sometimes)
• ear protection for children

Exchange

By purchasing a ticket and attending our events you agree to respect and follow our Ecstatic Dance Guidelines and Safe(r) Space Agreement. These guidelines and agreements indicate the behaviour and rules that are acceptable and must be followed. These are put in place to create a held space for the practice of Ecstatic Dance and to ensure that everyone feels safe and welcome in our spaces. Please see below for the guidelines and agreement.

• £22.50 Standard
• £27.50 Supporter (these tickets allow us to provide 'Low Income' tickets and also support EDB to continue running)
• £20.00 Low Income (limited amount ~ please only buy this ticket if it genuinely applies to you)
• £15 Kids/Teens 4-17yrs (to cover cost of [DBS checked] Kids Space Guardian)
• £30.00 On The Door (if we haven't Sold Out)

*please note, all of our ticket prices include booking fees

Optional Donations of any amount are welcome and gratefully received. Donations help support EDB to keep running and providing the best Ecstatic Dance sessions possible.

If you are a parent / carer wanting to bring more than one child please get in touch for ticket discount options (email Osara)

After purchasing a ticket, if you haven't received a confirmation email, please check your Spam Folder. If it's not there, please email us. Alternatively, you can simply turn up and give your name / email address on the door to gain entry.

Options for People on Low Income

1. EDB Membership (available for everyone)
Become a member to support the continuing growth of this community and benefit from a 21% discount on tickets for all of our events. Membership options of £5 / £10 / £20 per month available. Sign up here

2. Volunteering opportunities
Join the team and help with the event setup and packdown in exchange for a free ticket. To enquire email Osara

3. Talk to us
If you cannot afford the 'Low Income' ticket please come and speak to us on the door so we can work something out. No one is turned away due to lack of funds.

Refunds & Transfers

Please note, we do not arrange refunds.
We encourage ticket reselling via the ‘Ecstatic Dance Bristol Community' group on Signal.
OR
If you give notice 48hrs or more before the event we can transfer your ticket to a future date (email Osara).

Disclaimer

Please note, that by purchasing a ticket you agree that Ecstatic Dance Bristol is not liable for any injury or harm that you may incur at our events.

Ecstatic Dance Guidelines & Safe(r) Space Agreement

By purchasing a ticket and attending our events you agree to respect and follow our Ecstatic Dance Guidelines and Safe(r) Space Agreement. These guidelines and agreements indicate the behaviour and rules that are acceptable and must be followed. These are put in place to create a held space for the practice of Ecstatic Dance and to ensure that everyone feels safe and welcome in our spaces. 

Ecstatic Dance Guidelines

• Be here: no outside shoes
• Be free: dance how you want / no judgement
• Be present: no phones & no unauthorised filming or photography
• Be embodied: no talking on the dance floor
• Be clear: no alcohol or drugs
• Be consensual: respect & honour boundaries of yourself & others - if it's not a clear “YES”, everything else must be considered a “NO”

Safe(r) Space Agreement

• You are responsible for yourself, your wellbeing & your belongings
• You are responsible for your own experience & interactions with others
• Be mindful, respectful & aware of yourself & others
• You agree to be consensual, respect other people's boundaries & ensure you give as much space as they require - if it's not a clear “YES”, everything else must be considered a “NO”
• People can change their mind, therefore remember that a YES can always turn into a NO and that must be respected every time
• You agree that you are able to say “YES” or “NO” in an appropriate way (a “NO” can be putting hands together 'prayer hands' followed by a bow)
• If you feel unsafe or uncomfortable for any reason then please let our Welfare Angel or a Team Member know immediately

Links

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Ecstatic Dance Bristol
@ecstaticdancebristol
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Osara
@osarasound
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Come as you are. Dance as you please. Be your uniqueness.

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