BED happens on Sundays from 6:30 – 9:30pm at Nevei Kodesh at 1925 Glenwood Dr., Boulder, CO, 80304.

Ecstatic Dance is a free-form dance meditation that encourages you to express oneself through movement with the support of an intentionally curated musical journey. The ‘ecstatic’ aspect refers to spontaneous and unrestrained movement, without concern for the aesthetics of the dance. By allowing ourselves to freely dance, we can express emotion and release stress, tension or emotions stored in our bodies. Ecstatic Dance provides a safe space to embark on a journey designed to encourage deeper connection with ourselves and others.

Interaction and connection on the dance floor is encouraged. When desiring to dance with another, we are mindful, sensitive and slow, listen for their body’s “YES.” Some invitations are: mirroring their dance moves, offering a hand, making eye contact and smiling. If they turn away or offer prayer hands in front of their heart, this is their “NO.” There is no rejection, only an honoring of ourselves and each other. We don’t make someone’s no about us, instead redirecting ourselves and continuing to dance. If someone isn’t listening to your no, being inappropriate or causing you to feel uncomfortable, please tell someone on the BED team immediately.

Principles and values of space:

* Drug and alcohol-free sacred dance floor.

* Judgment and expectation-free zone with full inclusivity.

* Encouraging of practicing attunement to self, your physical space & other dancers.

* Full permission to feel, express and embody your emotions.

* Respectful honoring of your own and other dancer’s boundaries and personal space

* Focused on-verbal connection (no talking)

* Consensual. If it’s not a clear yes, it’s a no.

* Free of phones and cameras in the dance space. In other areas, keep them off or in airplane mode.

* Free of heavy perfumes or oils. Please practice body hygiene when you come to dance.

* Free of shoes