Ecstatic Dance, Live Songs & Sound Bath ~ Osara

Ecstatic Dance Bristol

Simpleweb, 86 Bedminster Parade, BS3 4HL

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

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18/06 | Ecstatic Dance, Live Songs & Sound Bath ~ 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 uniqueness.

Osara | DJ & Ecstatic Dance Facilitator + Live Sound Bath

Osara uniquely combines the worlds of diverse dance music and sound system culture with prayer, mindfulness and ritual, to create transformative dance journeys that are ever evolving and responding to the spirit of time, community, culture and place.

He loves to push the musical boundaries of Ecstatic Dance, taking the journey into the depths and to the edges, as well as exploring the full spectrum of energies and emotions. He finds inspiration from many sources; especially from underground dance music and the rich diverse music, sound system and club culture of the UK.

Osara has DJ’d and facilitated at Ecstatic Dances in Costa Rica, Los Angeles, London, Paris, Helsinki and Dallas to name a few. He has also DJed and led Ecstatic Dances at: Envision (Selva Armonia), Medicine, Boomtown, Lovejam, amongst others festivals. He is a resident DJ for Ecstatic Dance UK, London.

Listen to his dance journeys on SoundCloud

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 Ecstatic Dance ~ Osara
(16:00 Doors Closed)
17:45 Live Songs & Sound Bath ~ Osara
18:15 Closing Circle
18:30 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.

• £17.50 Standard
• £22.50 Supporter (these tickets allow us to provide 'Low Income' tickets and also support EDB to continue running)
• £15 Low Income/Teens (limited amount ~ please only buy this ticket if it genuinely applies to you)
• £19.50 On The Door (if we haven't Sold Out)

Children & Babies
Children and babies are welcome at our events. We have a Kids Play Space where parents / carers can take it in turns to supervise their children OR with prior arrangement, we can book a Kids Space Guardian (DBS checked) to supervise your child. To have a Kids Space Guardian at the event, parents need to purchase a £15 ~ Kids Ticket (4-12yrs). Please email Osara to book a Kids Ticket and for discount options for more than one child. 

*please bring ear protection for children / babies (as the music can get loud for children / babies at times)

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

Confirmation Email
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

Follow us on Telegram, IG, FB & more…

Ecstatic Dance Bristol
@ecstaticdancebristol
linktr.ee/ecstaticdancebristol

Osara
@osarasound
linktr.ee/osarasound

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Come as you are. Dance as you please. Be your uniqueness.

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