Resistance Ecstatic Dance
Thursday
Thursday
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7:00 pm
7:00 pm
Ecstatic Dance
What to expect?
18:30 doors open
19:00 opening circle, guided somatic solo warmup, optional connection and boundary management exercises
19:45 ecstatic dance wave (guided only by the music)
21:15 chill and chat by the fire, tea, fruits
22:00 doors close
Please arrive on time so that we can have this journey together.
Note that this is a small, cosy event with maximum 25 people. Spaces fill quickly—booking in advance is recommended.
About Plot 9
Plot 9, once a derelict council allotment, has been transformed by the artist Andy Millns into an enchanted community garden and gathering space; a hidden oasis in the urban space.
This magical place features two repurposed parachutes which act like a cover from the rain and the scorching sun. We will light a small bonfire in the chill area for anyone taking a rest from dancing and wanting to warm up.
Note that there is no bar at this venue, but we provide a limited amount of drinking water, and will serve tea and light snacks at the end. Feel free to bring your own water bottle and non-alcoholic drinks, we welcome refillable flasks.
Parking: restrictions are in place just outside the plot, however the nearby streets have free parking after 16:30, for example on Dinsdale road
Accessibility: Please note the plot has steps and uneven surfaces, so it’s unfortunately not fully wheelchair accessible. Light assistance is available for navigating the stairs if needed.
Closest station: Maze Hill station is only a few steps away, served by Thameslink and Southeastern trains.
Meet your facilitator
Flora (a.k.a. DJ Flow) is an experienced dancer and DJ in multiple styles, as well as a yoga teacher and life coach. She recently transitioned from a career in technology to focus on her and others’ mental health, learning various modalities, from yoga to trauma coaching. She uses all her skills and experience to create an inclusive, calm space for everyone’s enjoyment.
You can find out more about her at https://flow-state-healing.com
What if it rains?
The parachutes cover us in case of light rain.
In case there is a prediction of torrential rain, high winds or thunderstorms, we will cancel the event. We’ll notify ticket holders by email at least 2 hrs in advance if weather threatens cancellation.
What to bring?
– Loose, comfy clothes in layers (we are outdoors, it can get cold in the evening)
– Water or tea (there is only limited amount of drinking water available at the venue)
Accessibility: Please note the plot has steps and uneven surfaces, so it’s unfortunately not fully wheelchair accessible. Light assistance is available for navigating the stairs if needed.
Closest station: Maze Hill station is only a few steps away, served by Thameslink and Southeastern trains.
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Dance Guidelines
1. No Talking on the Dance Floor
Use movement, sound, or expression instead of words. If you need to talk, please use the chill-out space by the entrance. Quiet conversations are allowed by the fire.
2. Dance Your Own Way
There are no right or wrong moves. Follow your body, your breath, your emotions. Dance alone or with others. There is no judgment. Dance barefoot if you can, for grounding and freedom. Please no shoes on the blanketed area.
3. Respect Boundaries
Honour your own needs and those of others. Always seek non-verbal consent before engaging in partner dance. A “no” is just as sacred as a “yes” to oneself. A “maybe” is a “no”.
4. No Booze
Ecstatic Dance is about natural presence. Please arrive sober and stay present throughout the journey.
5. No Phones or Cameras
Keep technology away from the dance floor. This is a space of presence, privacy, and freedom. Note that we might take a few shots for promotional purposes. Please let us know if you don’t want to be visible.
6. Stay with the Journey
An ecstatic dance set has an intentional arc — a beginning, a peak, and a landing; a purposeful journey through emotions. If you can, please arrive on time, stay until the end, and honour the collective container.
7. Care for Yourself & the Space
Rest when you need, hydrate, and be mindful of others. Together, we co-create this safe, vibrant dance floor.
Please take care of this amazing place: don’t step on the plants, and stay within the boundaries of Plot 9, and don’t enter the other plots.
