CONNECTIVAL - Connection Workshops, Ecstatic Dance & Community

A half-day gathering of embodiment & authentic connection in West London. Workshops, ecstatic dance sound journey & community social space. CONNECTIVAL UK Connection, Emodiment, Ecstatic Dance & Community in the Heart of London 📍 The Amadeus, Maida Vale, West London 📅 Sunday 15 February ⏰ 3:00–8:00pm 🔞 18+ | Sober Event Hosted by Ecstatic Dance London Sign up for updates & discounts: https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london For booking and more info: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1981004496777?aff=oddtdtcreator Why Connectival? And Why London Needs It London is one of the most vibrant cities in the world, yet many of us feel disconnected, overstimulated, and yearning for genuine human connection. Connectival, created and hosted by Ecstatic Dance London in collaboration with guest facilitators, is a response to that need. This gathering (we plan to run this every month) offers practical tools for connection that you can take into everyday life through movement, presence, and authentic conversation. These practices foster deeper relationships with yourself and with others, particularly in a fast-paced city urban environment like our beloved London. Held just after Valentine’s Day, Connectival widens the idea of love beyond romance into something more human and sustainable. Friendship - Community - Expression - Presence, and Belonging. Connectival is rooted in consent, inclusivity, embodied awareness, and respect for boundaries. This is a space to feel safe, welcome, and human. In a city that rarely slows down, Connectival is an invitation to pause, move, and reconnect with yourself and with others. What Is Connectival? Connectival is a half-day embodied connection gathering bringing together: • Guided embodiment and connection practices • Authentic relating and verbal connection tools • An extended ecstatic dance journey hosted by Ecstatic Dance London • Sound journey for integration • Spacious time to connect, rest, or simply be All held in a warm, consent-led, agreements-based, connection-positive environment. You are welcome to come alone, with friends, or with a partner. The Journey & Schedule: 3:00–3:30pm | Arrival and Landing Doors open, arrival, and settling into the space. -Upstairs LAND & GROUND: Non-verbal dance/ movement space - feel free to come stretch, move, sit in meditation, do yoga, or just lay on the ground and let the music wash over you. -Downstairs HANG OUT & CHAT: Space to leave bags/ jackets. Hang out, verbal & social space, chai & herbal teas 3:30pm | Doors Close No entrance after 3:30pm to create a safe space for people at the event 3:30-4:30pm | Connectival OPENING CIRCLE The container begins. We talk through the agreements, offer a consent-based mini-workshop and answer any questions. 4:40–5:40pm | Parallel Connection Workshops with guest facilitators TBC Facilitated by experienced guest facilitators, to be announced. -Upstairs An embodied connection workshop exploring presence, awareness, and connection through movement. Optional touch may be offered and is always consent-based. -Downstairs An authentic relating workshop offering simple and practical communication and listening practices for real world connection. 5:45–7:30pm | ECSTATIC DANCE JOURNEY: musical vibe to be announced A long-form ecstatic dance PLUS Cacao Ceremony held by Ecstatic Dance London. Move freely, rest when you need, and express yourself in your own way. Downstairs during the dance A relaxed hangout space with tea and chai, space to chat or rest, a cuddle corner, and optional bodywork such as massage or reflexology, availability permitting. 7:30–7:45pm | Sound Journey A grounding sound bath to integrate the dance and settle the nervous system. 7:45–8:00pm | Closing Circle We come back together to land the experience as a group. 8–8:30pm | Open Connection and Social Time Healthy snacks, herbal teas, conversation, and a gentle transition back into the evening. Ticket Options Choose the experience that fits you best: • Full experience including workshops and ecstatic dance • Dance only including ecstatic dance, sound journey, and closing circle • Concession tickets with limited availability Please arrive on time for the experience you choose. We also offer limited crew spaces (requirement: you need to have What to Expect • A sober and consent led space • Clear and experienced facilitation • Freedom to participate at your own pace • No pressure to dance, talk, or touch • A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere No previous experience with dance or connection practices is needed. What to Bring • Comfortable clothes for movement • Layers for warmth and rest • A water bottle • Curiosity and openness Yoga mats and some cushions/ blankets will be provided. Venue The Amadeus Maida Vale, West London A beautiful venue with wooden floors, underfloor heating, and intimate side spaces, ideal for movement, rest, and connection.