Elemental Ecstatic Dance - 2 Year Birthday + Hearts Day(Special Edition)

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So special to have our two year birthday land on the same weekend of Hearts Day (aka Valentines day). We hope you will join us on this special occasion.
We'll be celebrating our 2 year birthday of dancing together; being inspired by qualities of water, earth, fire, air and peace in the music we move to. This night is similar to our Elemental Nights' party's that we've hosted in the past. Sliding scale $15 - $25. Venmo and paypal preferred.
https://www.venmo.com/u/andjru
https://paypal.me/andrewwerderitsch1

There will be a discount if you want to dance at this Birthday/Hearts Day party and then again on Sunday. $30 will get you in for both dances. Friday 2/13 and Sunday 2/15.
Packages cannot be used for this special dance. There will be a pot-luck, so please consider adding to the lovely sharing of food and drink. There will also be a momentary gathering between sets to acknowledge and give gratitude to community.
Happy B-heart-H day to US!
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Elemental Ecstatic Dance (Sunday Dance description)

Elemental Ecstatic Dance
Every Sunday at A2 Yoga

(2030 Commerce Blvd. Ann Arbor, Mi. 48103)
Do Not park in the Post Office Parking Lot! Expensive ticket possible.

In the spirit of West Coast Ecstatic Dance, 5 Rhythms and Dance Church.
Inspired by Funk, Disco, Ethnic, Drum 'N Bass, House, EDM, West Coast Bass, Classical, Americana and any and ALL music that moves us.
A free Form movement practice. No dance experience necessary.
ADA supported. One reserved spot, no steps. Wheeled chairs welcome.
Every Sunday at A2 Yoga (2030 Commerce Blvd. Ann Arbor, Mi. 48103)
10:45am Lobby opens

11:00am Music starts, dance warm-up to elemental arc
11:30am Opening circle - meet and dedicate
11:45am Let’s Dance 1 hour of elemental arc
12:45pm Closing Circle
1pm 'Til we meet again
This is a sober event!

All Ages welcome from 1-101 Children under 12 free (with adult supervision)***Please see updated Child parameters at the bottom***

Come as you are! All are welcome: Knowing how to dance is NOT a prerequisite! The immersion is the teaching. Dancing solo is a norm, and dancing with others is a possibility.
The medicine is in the IMPROVISATIONAL movement.

A natural dose of D.O.S.E. - Dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins may occur naturally for you in our space.
$20 Cash at the door.

$20 (Venmo). PayPal. Please select friends/family and Please show receipt
https://www.venmo.com/u/andjru
https://paypal.me/andrewwerderitsch1

**Volunteer position list. Must contact Andrew

The benefits of dancing in the day are immense. If you’re unfamiliar or a bit hesitant, but want to give it a go, you’ll quickly find that any future hesitation to be inspired to move freely has disintegrated. A unique liberation has occurred.
The level of sound will be just right and hopefully won’t force you to stick things in your ears! With requests, I may turn it up and vis a versa.
By the way, A2 Yoga has the BEST SOUND AND BEST FLOOR TO DANCE On. See/feel/hear for yourself.
If you’d like, you may store your belongings along the walls on the dance floor.
Please arrive on time! However, if life has you running late, we’ll see you when we see you. (Cost is the same)

The Warm up is a sweet 30 minute version of a music ARC to get you ready for the full 60 minute Elemental ARC.
Music chosen with the intent to connect us to the possibilities of moving with/as Water, Earth, Fire, Air and Peace.
So many movements to explore when we embody these qualities that surround and imbue us. We encourage all movement, especially ways that we may not move on a day to day basis.

Our opening circle is a time to introduce ourselves, establish space parameters, guidelines, etc, and to “say it so to make it happen” dedications.

**Very important** This is a safe, consent based space to dance. Many people enjoy dancing by themselves, or dancing across the room with others. There will be a discussion regarding safe approaches to address the non-verbal cue to dancing with another.
Please, no conversation on the dance floor. Please exit to the lobby for conversation if necessary.

Vocalizations are welcome. Percussion on instruments is welcome with an awareness of supporting the music and dancers a priority. Please treat the instruments with care and respect.

Elemental Ecstatic Dance is hosted by Andjru Werderitsch and supported by dear friends in the community. If you’d like to sign up for a volunteer position, please message host.

Choice of music is from the world over. Mostly music made for dancing in most all genres. However, contemporary, and electronic dance music definitely has its place here.

Everyone and every-all are welcome here. Please spread the word. A maximum of 2 Children 12 and under are free of charge, but must be supervised by an adult. 3+ children for one adult must be discussed with hosts.
This is a welcoming and warm space for everyone!

Come and dance, free your mind, and please leave your negative judge in our lobby and offer tea. Healthy discernment is encouraged.
Respect of self and others is essential and a must at our events.

Please refrain from wearing oils, scented cream, cologne, strong detergents etc…Some of us are extremely sensitive, even allergic to strong scents.
A special shout out to Hilary Nicols (stoking the embers to ignition, editing, sounding board, etc...), Anna Werderitsch and Damien Stone for meets and greets.
GET UP TO GET DOWN!...LET IT IN TO LET IT OUT!
LET US DANCE.

****Updated Child Parameters****
Elemental Ecstatic Dance is a family friendly environment, however, there are safety parameters as well as ‘class’ appropriate behavior expectations when including children.
If you would like to bring your child/toddler to dance, we highly suggest attending at least one Sunday session without your child to understand the flow and see if it would be an appropriate match with your toddler. You may consider this to be a great opportunity to relieve the stress of parenting. As parents ourselves, we know how important it is to take time for self-care.
If you would like to take the chance and attend an Elemental Ecstatic Dance with your child before testing the water, we welcome you. We will explain these parameters to you again just in case there may be questions or concerns.
There are quiet/soft music times as well as brief opening and closing circles. These are times when vocalizations, if any, are minimal and the quiet music moments can be compared to a Yoga Class Shivasana. In other words a time for peace, quiet and introspection.
We like to consider our space physically safe, but a child running freely might create potential hazards to the child or adult participants. Thus, we ask that parents maintain a connection to their child and parent appropriately if such occasions arise.
There are percussion instruments available. We ask that these instruments be treated with kindness and consideration. Tossing them or hitting them too hard can damage them. We expect parents to connect with the child if they are exploring percussion.
Our space is for movement and dance and we acknowledge that children, with appropriate guidance can learn the parameters that are set in place and witness, perhaps participating in an ancient human activity; people dancing together.
Thank you for understanding our parameters and we are happy to answer any questions or concerns.