EDB OPEN AIR | SUN 18 JULY | MIRA KHANYA | MOVEMENT MEDICINE x ECSTATIC DANCE SPECIAL

EDB OPEN AIR  | SUN 18 JULY | MIRA KHANYA | MOVEMENT MEDICINE x ECSTATIC DANCE SPECIAL

Dancing in nature: on the earth, in the sun, with the elements!

High grade dance music; high grade amplified music; and the best DJs and facilitators in the scene.

EDB unites the worlds of Ecstatic Dance, diverse dance music and sound system culture. Using the practice of Ecstatic Dance we create held spaces 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 alcohol-free and are suitable for all ages, all abilities and all people. Everyone is welcome. 

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

LINEUP

SUN 18 JULY

DJ & CL MIRA KHANYA | Movement Medicine x Ecstatic Dance Hybrid Session | Facebook Instagram

We're very excited to welcome Mira Khanya for her EDB debut. Mira is an epic Movement Medicine facilitator and very popular resident DJ for Ecstatic Dance UK in London. She will be holding a special Movement Medicine meets Ecstatic Dance hybrid session this Sunday. We can’t wait. Mira holds a strong, powerful and shamanic space. Expect medicine songs, sacred sounds and tribal rhythms from around the globe. As well as ancient and future sounds that anchor your being to its deepest roots and soul.

FUTURE LINEUPS

SUN 25 JULY

DJ & CL OSARA

SUN 1 AUGUST

DJ SAM EVOLUTION & CL ZOË PHOËNIX

SUN 8 AUGUST

DJ OSARA & CL ALYZABETH ANATH

*CL (Ceremony Leader)

SOUNDSYSTEM

We’re really excited to be using a new rig for our dances - an amazing hand built, portable sound system from Bristol created by Micro Rave. Used as an incredible roaming sound system at festivals like Glastonbury, Shambala, Boomtown, Secret Garden Party and others.

SCHEDULE

15:00 Arrive & Stretch 
15:15 Opening Circle
15:30 Ecstatic Dance
17:30 Closing Circle
17:45 End

HEALTH, SAFETY & WELLBEING

As an organised outdoor physical activity, our events are fully compliant with the latest government regulations and we have full permission from Bristol City Council and Avon & Somerset Police to run our Ecstatic Dance sessions on The Downs. Our sessions are covid-secure and respect social distancing measures.

We ask all participants to take responsibility for themselves; and to be sensitive, considerate and respectful of others. If you are experiencing any symptoms of covid-19 (check here: http://nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/symptoms) then please stay at home, rest and be well.

Before, during and after the session, please only gather closely with either people from the same household or people from the same bubble or in a group of a maximum of 6 people.

WHAT TO BRING

- water & your own bottle
- a lightweight rain jacket (in case of rain)
- dress in layers & according to weather
- anything else you need

LOCATION & PARKING

‘The Glade’, The Downs, Bristol

Google Maps link for dance location below. There is free parking along Ladies Mile and Circular Road (located round the corner). Please walk, cycle or use public transport if possible. 

https://goo.gl/maps/4feVQkpQQx7foFvy6

ECSTATIC DANCE GUIDELINES

Ecstatic Dance is self-expression through free-form dance and movement. It’s an embodiment practice which brings awareness to and connects together heart, mind, body and soul; authentically connecting with your whole self and authentically connecting with others.

Our events are family friendly. All people and all abilities are welcome. 

We use the following guidelines to create a safe and held space for you to express the full spectrum of yourself, to express your uniqueness and to experience rejuvenation through movement, dance and sound:

- be here: no shoes
- be free: dance how you want / no judgement
- be present: no phones / cameras
- be clear: no intoxicants
- be embodied: no talking
- be consensual: respect boundaries / be aware of your own personal space and that of others
 

EXCHANGE

£14.50 General Admission  (+50p bf)

£17 Pay-it-Forward (+50p bf)

This scheme allows people who are financially comfortable, to pay towards the ticket of a dancer who is not so financially abundant.

£12 Concession (+50p bf)

Limited tickets part funded by our 'Pay-It-Forward' scheme. Please only choose this ticket type if you really need it.

£18 Upon Arrival (card only)

Under 12s free

Tickets & RSVP on FB | Sun 18 July
https://dandelion.earth/events/60e5b0a363c3b6000d7cf8d5
facebook.com/events/156165253198944

PLEASE NOTE

- we don't offer any refunds - so you can either sell your ticket to another dancer via the Bristol Dance Tribe community group (link below) OR you can transfer your ticket to a future event if you notify us up to 48 hours before the event 

https://signal.group/#CjQKIBWCaToAP9WBeSjJqda6Y11EzH41pLoKU37DFzrtbefCEhDLeN-VW3M8oDlwjFnD0uxq

- in case of heavy rain or unfavourable weather, the event will be cancelled and your ticket will be transferable to a future date of your choice

- by purchasing a ticket you agree that Ecstatic Dance Bristol is not liable for any injury you may incur at this class (dancing as you feel, on the grass outdoors) and you agree to take full responsibility for yourself, your belongings and your well-being. 

The invitation with these sessions, is to show up, take ownership of what we’re doing and dance as a community on the land. Claiming our space and claiming our right to dance. Remember, you are amazing and you are welcome exactly as you are. Move whatever is alive within you. All of it. The full spectrum of yourself! It’s all welcome on the dance floor! 

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

See you on the dancefloor,

OSARA + Team EDB

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