About us
Asheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation.
We host three dances per week, plus some special events.
Though you may notice just a few RSVPs on this site, our typical attendance is 20-30 on Friday, 50-60 for Sunday first wave, and a little over 100 for second wave.
For more information, please visit our website at ashevillemovementcollective.org.
Upcoming events
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AMC Friday Ecstatic Dance w/ Guest DJ Bobcat
Location not specified yetFriday, July 17th
Evening Dance Wave 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Warmup 7pm | Opening Circle 7:30pm
Guest DJ Bobcat | Facilitator Kris HostikkaIntention: TBA
## About Guest DJ Bobcat
Bob Swoap crafts journeys that invite dancers to deeply connect: with themselves, others, nature, and the music. He layers genres and world rhythms into an emotionally engaging set. At Warren Wilson College -- where he is professor of psychology and expressive arts therapy -- Bob facilitates ecstatic dance as a part of the community wellness program, bringing a grounded, experienced presence to the floor. Favorite place to dance: outside at the WWC Pavilion.
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** Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. **
Ticket Prices: $15 - $30 or name your price.No one turned away for lack of funds!
Pre-registration Recommended:VOLUNTEER!
We need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:
https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Door will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!
Collective agreements:
https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/About AMC:
Asheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation. AMC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.Location: 50 Bell Rd, Asheville, NC 28805
See you on the dance floor!
1 attendeeAMC Friday Ecstatic Dance w/ Sara Bensman
Location not specified yetFriday, July 19th
Evening Dance Wave 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Warmup 7pm | Opening Circle 7:30pm
Facilitator Sara BensmanIntention: TBA
## About Sara Bensman
Sara’s mix-making arises from musical exploration. She seeks to understand energy through somatic responses to sonic vibrations. Her facilitation is propelled by a desire to help build and sustain community by creating a safe, loving container for self-expression, connection and release. If you’d like to listen to her sets visit https://soundcloud.com/sara-bensman
~~~** Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. **
Ticket Prices: $15 - $30 or name your price.No one turned away for lack of funds!
Pre-registration Recommended:VOLUNTEER!
We need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:
https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Door will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!
Collective agreements:
https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/About AMC:
Asheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation. AMC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.Location: 50 Bell Rd, Asheville, NC 28805
See you on the dance floor!
1 attendeeAMC Friday Ecstatic Dance w/ Marta Martin
Location not specified yetFriday, July 19th
Evening Dance Wave 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Warmup 7pm | Opening Circle 7:30pm
Facilitator Marta Martin
Intention: TBA## About Facilitator Marta Martín
Marta (she/her/ella) has been part of AMC since she moved to Asheville from Surfside, FL in 2008. She has been teaching movement for over 30 years, using music and movements from around the world.
She loves to motivate people to find freedom in their bodies so they can dance to the spirit.
Listen to her mixes on Mixcloud (https://www.mixcloud.com/DancingMarta/ ) and Soundcloud (https://soundcloud.com/dancingmarta )~~~
** Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. **
Ticket Prices: $15 - $30 or name your price.No one turned away for lack of funds!
Pre-registration Recommended:VOLUNTEER!
We need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:
https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Door will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!
Collective agreements:
https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/About AMC:
Asheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation. AMC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.Location: 50 Bell Rd, Asheville, NC 28805
See you on the dance floor!
1 attendeeAMC Friday Ecstatic Dance w/ DJ Esmae
Location not specified yetFriday, July 24th
Evening Dance Wave 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Warmup 7pm | Opening Circle 7:30pm
Facilitator | DJ Esmae (Megan Belling)Intention: TBA
## About DJ Esmæ
DJ Esmæ (Megan Belling) has been moving in the world of ecstatic dance for over 13 years and sharing musical journeys as a DJ for the past 5. Her sets weave together tribal rhythm, texture, intensity, and softness in a way that invites people back into their heart and home space.
Listen to her mixes at: https://soundcloud.com/djesmae~~~
** Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. **
Ticket Prices: $15 - $30 or name your price.No one turned away for lack of funds!
Pre-registration Recommended:VOLUNTEER!
We need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:
https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Door will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!
Collective agreements:
https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/About AMC:
Asheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation. AMC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.Location: 50 Bell Rd, Asheville, NC 28805
See you on the dance floor!
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Past events
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