Elemental Ecstatic Dance

get UP to get DOWN!...let it IN to let it OUT!
Dance....Because!

Elemental Ecstatic Dance
We meet every Sunday at A2 Yoga. 11am-1pm (doors open 10:45am)
We have an open door policy. If you are running late, you can still arrive. Cost is the same however.

(2030 Commerce Blvd. Ann Arbor, Mi. 48103)

If RSVP's are full but you'd still like to come,
Please email me : Andjru@Yahoo.com.
We do have an overflow option: The studio can fit well over 40 people and we regularly get 20-30 open floor movers.

$20 cash or venmo. Discount package available.

A free Form movement practice. No dance experience necessary.
ADA supported. One reserved spot, no steps. Wheeled chairs welcome.

This is a sober event!
Benefits of IMPROVISATIONAL movement.
https://selfmind.ai/.../dancing-to-de-stress-the-science.../
A natural dose of D.O.S.E. is highly likely - Dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins may occur naturally for you in our space.

Consider dressing in comfortably.
You most likely will sweat!
Barefoot or Socked. Special indoor shoes by approval.

The immersion is the class, participants are the teachers.
Dancing solo is a norm, and dancing with others is a possibility.

Elemental Ecstatic Dance is presented In the spirit of: West Coast Ecstatic Dance, 5Rhythms and Dance Church.
Inspired by Funk, Disco, Indigenous, International (World), Drum 'N Bass, Underground House, deep tech, West Coast Bass, Classical, Americana and any and ALL music that moves us.

11:00am Music starts, dance warm-up to elemental arc
(Water,Earth,Fire,Air,Peace)
11:30am Opening circle - meet and dedicate
(Short Intro = More Movement time)
11:45am Let’s Dance 1 hour of elemental arc
12:45pm Closing Circle
1pm 'Til we meet again

All Ages welcome
11 and under are free (with adult supervision)
A maximum of 2 Children 11 and under are free of charge, but must be supervised by an adult. 3+ children for two adults must be discussed with hosts and approved.
****Updated Child parameters (see bottom)****

PLUS
A2 Yoga has SURROUND SOUND AND A BAMBOO FLOOR!

Arriving on time and joining the opening circle is important but as stated above, we have an open door policy.
Our opening circle is a time to introduce ourselves, establish space parameters, guidelines, etc.

**Very important** This is a consent based space to dance. Many people enjoy dancing by themselves, or dancing across the room with others. To dance with another or others, clear approaches to address partner dancing are shared.

**Important**
We support a scent free experience. Please refrain from strong detergent smells, scented oils, perfumes,
but please be aware of body odor and wear deodorant.

**Important**
Please, no conversation on the dance floor. Please exit to the lobby for conversation if necessary.

******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, rest 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 you may have.

See you on the stompin' grounds.
Andjru