9 8 Ecstatic Dance HOUSE PARTY: Back in the day 90's Hip Hop THEME!

SUNDAY ECSTATIC JAM SERIES.... WE GETTIN' JIGGY TOGETHER on 9/8/24! Join us for an Ecstatic Dance HOUSE PARTY: Back in the day 90's Hip Hop THEME! Come and do your thing..pull out those Sunglasses, and your Dickies, Chuck Taylors, and Raiders...lol! We are going to be honoring the Golden Age of Hip Hop... "The golden age was a time when hip hop crossed over into mainstream culture, but before major labels imposed restrictions. It was also a time when social activism was prominent in hip hop, with artists using their platforms to address social and political issues and advocate for change. This tradition continues to be an important part of hip hop today, with artists like Kendrick Lamar and Janelle Monáe still using their music to shed light on important issues." WHEN: September 8, 2024 at 2:00 PM- 6PM CONSCIOUS GATHERING! SUBSTANCE-FREE! ECSTATIC DANCE, DRUM CIRCLE & IMPROV MUSIC JAM! DOORS OPEN 2 PM LOCATED AT Solfire Sanctuary in Stockton, NJ We invite you to Sunday Ecstatic Jam Series ... a blend of Ecstatic Dance, Connection Warm-ups, a Drum Circle, and Musical Improv Jam (bring your drums, your belly dancing sashes, your dancing feet, your flow toys) ....and we always end in a unique sound bath and Integration circle! Welcome to Ecstatic Dance Jersey...we are a community of heart-centered folks dedicated to creating ecstatic social connections...where play & belonging are central to everything we do! We aim to build a bridge between Ecstatic Drumming and Ecstatic Dancing Communities...where free-form movement and sound experiences weave and merge into a beautiful ECSTATIC JAM OUT...and the JOY OF SIMPLY BEING ALIVE IS RENEWED! On Sunday, September 8th we will be featuring Ecstatic Dance House Party 90's R&B Themed+ Musical Improv Jam :::PROGRAM::: 2 PM DOORS OPEN CONNECTION AND WARM UP ACTIVITY ECSTATIC DANCE w/JOY OKOYE DRUM CIRCLE + SOUND IMMERSION JAM INTEGRATION CIRCLE FEATURING… Joy Okoye (aka Shakti Mama) explores world and crossover music blending psychedelic, last century, remix top-40, ethereal, modern classical & EDM mix, multi-cultural tribal, ancient-future bass, and is known to infuse the space with her unique improv vocals while creating sacred dance journeys to offer a sonic space for healing, free-form and authentic expression. MORE GUESTS and ARTISTS Coming.... Stay Tuned! All Ecstatic Dance Jersey gatherings conclude with authentic relating within a Sharing and Integration Circle w/ Joy Okoye and Serenity Entity. GUIDELINES: this is a sober family-friendly event BE FREE. Dance how you want. No judgment! BE CLEAR. No substances. No alcohol. Music & dance are the medicine! BE EMBODIED. No talking on the dance floor! BE CONSENSUAL. If it's not a clear yes, it's a no! BE PRESENT. No phones & no cameras. *Organizers may take video/photo footage This is a one-of-a-kind event that promises to uplift your spirit and energize your soul. We See You. We Hear You. We Love You. ⫷ Sacred Agreements ⫸ We're a substance-free, alcohol-free, safe & inclusive space. All are welcome. Come as you are. We're excited to share our Dance Medicine in this amazing community where consent, authentic communication, support & love rest at the core. ⫷ The Exchange ⫸ The suggested offering is $15-45 per person. This helps support all the people offering their time to make a magical event for everyone to enjoy.. For those needing guidance, this is our sliding scale for suggested amounts. If one can give.. ⫸$15: for those who are struggling to make ends meet/tight budget ⫸$25: for those that have the ability to partake in events/eat out without worrying about bills.. have ability to save money ⫸$45: for those that have the ability to give back to community.. have financial freedom, this creates scholarships for others... ⫷ Volunteering ⫸ We want to make sure everyone can access this movement medicine! (All volunteers in exchange for free entry/limited exchanges at every dance). WHAT IS ECSTATIC DANCE?!? Ecstatic dance is a free-form movement - or dance - that's intended to lead to a feeling of ecstasy. It's a spirit-full practice that involves dancing without judgment or expectations, and without the need for a partner nor any dance experience. There are no steps to learn or follow - just the movement of your own body. Ecstatic Dances are often led by a DJ, sometimes with live drumming performances, and feature music that moves from slow to peak to stillness. The goal is to create a healing journey that takes participants from slow to unwinding to ecstasy, and then towards peace and serenity. Ecstatic dance has been around since ancient times and has been revived in the West since the 2000s. Ecstatic Dance Jersey spaces are safe and inclusive, welcoming ALL ages, ALL abilities, and individuals from ALL walks of life to freely express themselves through movement. No prior dance experience is required, just come as you are! No alcohol. No substances. Let the music and dance be your medicine. THIS is what LOVE looks like...All ages are welcome to become part of this vibrant community and share this journey of self-exploration, self-acceptance, and sacred ceremony. Questions? Press Queries? contact Joy at [email protected]