Dance Temple April 12 ~ Easing into Joy ~ With VibesUp

Hello, my friends! This week’s theme is "Easing into Joy". I've been noticing my life (and the lives around me) picking up pace and excitement seems to be building once more. More and more opportunities are presenting themselves. With all this in motion, I am constantly reminded by my guidance to slow down and take time to ease back into things as the season shifts. I've been guided to tune into what feels good to take on and engage with instead of jumping into everything possible. This process of allowing space for ease in my life has been freeing up energy to be more present with the joy available in each moment and gives more space to really savor my Yes's in life. This set will have a light and gentle buildup into some fun, playful music and then a delicate smooth finish to nourish ourselves with some easeful movement once again. Excited to see you all for another dance adventure! I pray you are all finding the right level of ease and joy in your lives! -Patty (VibesUp) More on VibesUp: VibesUp’s mission is to connect to the magic of the moment and share it with the dancefloor. Behind the decks you’ll see him bouncing and deeply dropped into the experience. He brings an electric energy that enlivens dancefloors into a frenzy. Using a variety of musical genres, he crafts a journey that fits the moment perfectly. His goal is to connect dancers and listeners to feeling and healing. Always made with love! You can find his music at: https://soundcloud.com/vibesup KIDS WELCOME!!!!!! Sunday April 12 Doors Open: 10:15am Dance: 10:30am Closing Circle at 12 noon Cumberland Cultural Centre 2674 Dunsmuir Ave. Exchange $20-15 sliding scale, with no one turned away for lack of funds. **Cash Only** (E-transfer also available) ::LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:: I respectfully acknowledge that the land we gather on is on the Unceded Traditional Territory of the K’ómoks First Nation, the traditional keepers of this land. ***************** All ages, all gender expressions, all bodies, all abilities welcome. *wear comfortable clothes *bring a water bottle *bring a friend (optional) ***************** DANCE TEMPLE AGREEMENTS:: In this space we collectively agree to: *Develop compassion, awareness, acceptance *Deepen into a body-centered meditation *No talking on the dance floor *No outdoor shoes for indoor dances (if indoor shoes are needed for comfort please bring clean shoes and you are welcome to wear them) *No cellphones *No instruments *No photography *No drugs, alcohol, or other intoxicants. ON BOUNDARIES & TOUCH: We recognize that touch and physical proximity can mean different things to different people. In this space we practice self-awareness of our own bodies, and the ways in which we engage with the moving bodies of others. We define consent as freely given, enthusiastic agreement for mutual participation. WHEN APPROACHING OTHERS: *Make no assumptions! Look for a yes, look for eye contact *Respect any no (including when someone is ignoring you or moves away from you) *Respect a Solo Dancer’s right to their space. * Do not engage in physical touch without clear consent. This is a transformational space for dance, healing, prayer, laughter, joy, sadness and everything in between. ALL AGES, ALL GENDER EXPRESSIONS, ALL ABILITIES, ALL BODIES WELCOME! -Love from the Dance Temple Team: Patty, River, Aaron and Mark xoxo