Movement Medicine Dance Journey

Mon 29th Apr 2024, 6:45pm – 9pm BST (UTC +01:00)
Roundhouse - Bovingdon near Hemel Hempstead
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Hosted by	Movement Medicine - Mira Khanya
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Join us as we gather in the beautiful Roundhouse to experience the transformative power of dance - on International Day of Dance and around the time of Beltane.

Infused with gentle guidance, soulful self-enquiry and evocative music - you will be part of a collective journey, fostering a sense of community, togetherness and co-creative synergy. As we move, the invitation is to expand into our embodied imagination, gather resources, reawaken the heart and dance in freedom and full expression - as we connect to the vitality and growth of the season.

Meet Your Facilitator - Mira Khanya:

A passionate advocate of movement as a transformative and healing practice, Mira brings a wealth of experience and creativity to each journey. Her multidisciplinary background spans visual and performing arts, meditation, shamanic journeys, butoh, and therapeutic work, among other fields. Mira's deep connection with dance led her to complete an apprenticeship and training program under the guidance of the founders of the School of Movement Medicine. Today, she not only serves as a mentor for the school and creates independent work but also collaborates with Medicine Festival, Ecstatic Dance UK, Bristol & Brighton, Kaylo and other organisations - crafting immersive and meditative dance journeys.

Event Details:

• Date: Monday, April 29, 2024

• Time:

• Doors Open: 6:45 pm

• Session: 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Venue:

The Roundhouse near Hemel Hempstead is a beautiful sacred space - handmade and community made from straw bale and green oak. Its walls are rendered internally with clay and externally with lime render. The dance floor is a clay, sand and straw earthen floor, heated by water underfloor heating, powered by solar panels and air sourced heat pump. **Address provided in booking confirmation email; it's about a 5min drive from Hemel Hempstead train station.

Booking Information:

Booking early is recommended as we tend to sell out.

• Supporter Fee: Consider making a donation if you're a high earner to subsidise reduced places.

• Concessions: Feel free to request via email: mirakhanya@gmail.com - limited availability

• Confirmation Email: Important information will be sent upon booking - please read.

Guidelines:

Upon booking, you will be prompted to read and accept our guidelines, ensuring a safe and supportive experience for all participants. By purchasing a ticket, you accept these guidelines and accept full responsibility for your participation. Your commitment to these guidelines creates and environment that supports everyone in receiving the full benefits of the dance.

Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy:

We do not offer refunds or exchanges, but you are welcome to arrange a ticket transfer to a friend/ someone in the community. Email us with the new attendee's name and email address for the necessary changes.

Paying It Forward:

A portion of the profit from our Roundhouse dance contributes to charitable projects locally and worldwide, supporting various causes, including environmental conservation, humanitarian aid, education, and healthcare. Over the years, we have contributed to organisations such as Pachamama Alliance, Trees for Life, The Parent’s Circle, Charity:Water, Kufunda Learning Village, The Forgiveness Project, The Tree Council, Marie Curie Nurses, Choose.Love Crisis Fundraiser, Promise Works, Save The Children, Doctors without Borders, Amos Trust… Your presence helps us make a positive impact globally. We are grateful for your support.

Community:

We are dedicated to cultivating a safe space where community-minded, warm, welcoming and supportive connections can flourish. We welcome adults of all levels of experience with this practice, spanning various ages, all sexual orientations, gender identities, ethnicities, diverse abilities and backgrounds. We value the richness that arises from the unique contributions each individual brings to our collective tapestry of shared experiences. While we aim for inclusivity, we encourage anyone with specific accessibility concerns to get in touch. Please feel free to email mirakhanya@gmail.com with any inquiries, and we will do our best to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.

Music:

Music is an integral part of our journey - an honouring and celebration of soul stirring sounds from around the globe. Mira enjoys weaving tribal rhythms, ethno-electronica, medicine songs, sacred sounds and various other genres into an evocative set. An immersive experience that resonates with the spirit of the dance ceremony.

Participant Testimonials:

“Yet another beautiful ceremony. Mira holds a fiercely loving space where you feel both held and supported but also encouraged to take responsibility for yourself... I danced deeply with my joy and with my grief and with an utter reverence for the magic of this gift of life.” - Rosanna

“The Spring Equinox Ceremony was an immersive, contained co-created and full sensory movement based ceremonial journey. Mira sensitively and intuitively wove the threads of the Movement Medicine practice. I highly recommend her work, it is safe, permissive, and nourishing at the deepest level.” - Dance Movement Psychotherapist, UKCP, ADMP

“I can't put into words how much I loved this. Mira and her team weave magic, creating an amazing heart-opening, connecting, illuminating, fun, and nourishing experience.” - Matt

“This was the most incredible experience of personal and collective prayer through movement and dance.” - Yaeli

“An incredibly beautiful and masterfully held ceremony.” - Anonymous

“Beautiful, transformative - expertly and sensitively held by Mira. A safe, expansive, empowering, and healing space. SO grateful.” - Lydia

“Mira's solstice dance was the most fabulous conscious dance I've ever been to. Healing, nurturing, expansive, and exhilarating. Just awesome. Thank you.” - John

“I loved every mesmerising second... tears, laughter, joy, and total respect... keep spreading your art!” - Katie

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns - email mirakhanya@gmail.com

We sincerely hope you feel the call to join us. We look forward to the joy of dancing, connecting and co-creating with you!

Warmest wishes,

Mira

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Guidelines

Welcome to our dance community. We believe that by creating a safe and inclusive environment, everyone can fully engage and experience the benefits and depth of this work. That’s why we kindly ask you to agree to the following guidelines:

Substance-Free Space

Please refrain from consuming any drugs, alcohol or other substances before or during the event. The dance itself is the medicine.

Communication

During the dance, we ask that you refrain from chatting to help us maintain a collective focus & intention without distraction. Please whisper if you need to communicate with others.

Wellbeing

Take responsibility for your own body and wellbeing. Adjust your dance according to any injuries or physical limitations you may have and remain aware of others and your surroundings. Let’s practice self care.

Boundaries

Be mindful of physical contact and always respect and honour your own and others’ boundaries. Be confidential, and whatever we share during verbal sharing sessions stays in the room.

Support

If you feel unsure or uncomfortable for any reason, or if you have hurt yourself, please come speak to a member of our crew. We are here to support you.

Recording

For everyone’s comfort, we request that participants do not take photos or videos during the dance. However, at a certain moment, a crew member may take a discreet video or a few photos from a distance to capture the collective energy of the group. These images are not intended to focus on any individual, but rather to document the group as a whole. If you prefer not to be included, please let a crew member know at the end, and we will honour your request.

Punctuality

Please check your travel route and travel times beforehand and plan accordingly. Always good to arrive a few minutes early.

Commitment

Please commit to stay for the entire journey. We invite you to use the practice to move through whatever emotions may arise – Movement is the Medicine. Your presence matters, and leaving early impacts not only your own journey but also the group.

Clothing

Wear comfortable clothes for moving. Please keep your body clothed with tops and bottoms, and let’s find the liberation in the dance. Layers is recommended to help regulate body temperature. Remove heavy jewellery and watches that may cause injury to yourself or others.

Footwear

We dance barefoot. If you need to wear shoes, please ensure they are shoes with non-slip soles and have not been worn outside. Avoid dancing in socks that may cause you to slip.

Belongings

Please keep track of your belongings and be responsible for them. Ensure that you take everything with you when you leave.

Hydration

Stay hydrated and bring a reusable water bottle.

Cacao

Our events sometimes include ceremonial cacao. We prepare it with date syrup, tahini, and spices. If you have a nut allergy or cannot consume these ingredients, it is your responsibility to let us know at mirakhanya@gmail.com at least 24 hours before the event.

Cacao is a stimulant containing naturally occurring compounds including theobromine. If you have high blood pressure, heart conditions, a history of stroke, take certain medications like SSRI or MAO inhibitor antidepressants, are pregnant or breast-feeding, suffer from migraines, or are allergic to chocolate or caffeine – consult with your healthcare provider before the event. Remember, our movement is the medicine, and you will still benefit from the dance even without cacao or with a smaller amount.

Booking on Behalf of Someone Else

When booking a ticket on behalf of someone else, you are responsible for ensuring they have read and agree to the guidelines and have received the confirmation email and take necessary action – including relating to cacao.

Ticketing

Tickets are non-refundable but transferable to another person for the same dance. Please email details of the new participant’s name and their email to mirakhanya@gmail.com.

We appreciate your commitment to these guidelines and the safe and supportive community that we are building together. Thank you for helping us create an environment that encourages personal growth, physical and emotional wellbeing, and self-expression. We believe that by following these guidelines, we can all dance freely and safely together.

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