Dance Temple CV: Earth Beneath Our Feet, with Mel

WE ARE BACK!!! Join us for another Dance Temple facilitated by Mel! Please read through this event description in full – if you decide to purchase a ticket, that indicates your agreement to honor the protocols outlined here. IMPORTANT COVID-19 Safety info: - PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND if you are exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19, or have been in close proximity to anyone who has been exhibiting symptoms. -We are limiting the numbers who can attend. To help us ensure we do not go beyond safety limits for the space and for proper social distancing, please register in advance. *Sanitize or wash your hands upon arrival. *Maintain 6 feet physical distancing at all times *No shaking hands or hugs or physical contact while at the event. We know this is hard, but this is one of the best things we can do to help protect and keep the most vulnerable members of our community safe. *BYOE. Bring Your Own everything. Bring enough water for yourself and your 'pod'. Bring any snacks you might want, and a chair or blanket if you'd like to rest in the shade. Bring hand sanitizer! *Cardio activity can increase the chance of transmission, however masks have been proven to help prevent transmission of COVID-19. If you wish to wear a face mask please bring one with you . *If kids under 12 attend with you, we ask that they remain within arm’s reach of you so as to ensure safe distancing at all times; please use your discretion as to whether your kid(s) will be willing to stay close with you for the duration of the session You will have the option of donating via Eventbrite, sending an e-transfer directly to the facilitator, or bringing cash with you. Sliding scale, recommended is $10-$20. Kids dance for free, but please *register* your kids as attendees :) If your plans change and you can't attend please cancel your registration so we can make space for others! ALL REGULAR DANCE TEMPLE GUIDELINES APPLY: Our Dance Temple Agreements: In this space we collectively agree to: Develop compassion, awareness, acceptance Deepen into a body-centered meditation Practice no talking on the dance floor. No outdoor shoes, talking, or cellphones on the dance floor. No instruments on the Dance Floor. Absolutely no photography without consent. No drugs, alcohol, or other intoxicants: we respect this as a sober space. We define consent as freely given, enthusiastic agreement for mutual participation. Do not touch, hug, or grab others without clear established consent: we honor that everyone has the right to their personal boundaries, personal space, and the right to connect if and how they wish to, no matter their gender, age, orientation, or ability. . 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. 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, pain and everything in between. ~~~~ Reaching altered states of consciousness, dancing with the spirit world, delighting in shadows and light... Mel aka Shamanatrix invites you into a journey woven from threads of soul and a collage of melody that will leave you transformed. Global nomad, cultural rebel, social misfit, lover of music and movement: Mel studied performing arts and musical theatre before finding a new expression for their creativity in event production. Feeling something was often missing for them on the dance floor, they realised the only answer was to start mixing music themselves. As co-facilitator of Dance Temple Comox Valley they have been honing their art and are honored to share this magic and medicine for everyone. Mel is grateful to live, love, and dance, on the traditional territories of the K’òmoks First Nation. ~~~~ Doors open at 1015 Opening circle at 1030 Dance Closing circle 12 Sliding scale $10-$20. Kids free. Teens by donation.