FULL MOON EarthDance: Ecstatic Dance, Gong Bath & Nature Retreat

PLEASE NOTE: Spaces are limited to 20 car park spaces so please book early to avoid missing out. Discounted tickets are available for car sharing with friends, please read ticket info carefully before selecting your ticket type. If you book discounted tickets for car sharing please only arrive in ONE CAR. Thank you

We are very blessed to be dancing & relaxing in the Moroccan tent & private, sublime grounds of The New Moon Mill. A peaceful haven for wildlife & Mother Nature nestled alongside the beautiful River Blackwater.

Each event is intuitively curated & led by Marie with space created for ceremony & intention setting but here's what you can expect:

Opening Circle / Ceremony- Gather, settle & intention setting

Earth/Drum Alchemy Session - Presence & Relaxation

Fire Release Ritual - Let go of what no longer serves you to the Fire

EarthDance - Free, intuitive movement in nature using comfy Silent Disco Headsets under the Full Moon

Gong Bath & Silence - Gong Immersion & listening to birdsong, the wind in the trees & the babbling river sounds.

Closing circle - Share, listen & connect

CIRCLE:

We begin & end with an opening / closing circle to gather, share, listen, create, connect & deepen bonds. Each circle will be intuitively guided & may be different depending on the season & collective energies.

EARTH/DRUM ALCHEMY SESSION:

An intuitively guided Medicine Drum Relaxation to meet you JUST AS YOU ARE. Lay on the soft grass underneath Mother Oak Tree 'Hope' to receive the powerful healing vibrations of drum & earth. Bringing you into full presence & supporting you on life's path.

EARTHDANCE: We release, we receive. We remember.

🌿We are taking ourselves back to basics with the simple pleasures in life: Dancing, music, community & nature connection. EarthDance allows you to deeply connect with the natural environment & yourself. Every step taken reminds us of who we truly are & that we are part of a greater cycle. A reminder that we are not separate from nature – we are nature. The dances ebb, flow & evolve in sync with the seasons. Free, intuitive movement to a soundwave of world music that is soothing, earthy, tribal, heart opening & fun. Tribal & world beats, funky folk, heart opening rhythms, drums, ambient sounds & medicine songs to name a few. We start off slow, the music gradually builds to an exhilarating, high energy peak then cools down so we can land back down to earth to rest.

Breathe. Connect. Release. Open. Elevate. Celebrate, Integrate. Earth. Rest

We dance to express, not impress! Dance shyly, mildly or wildly. Self consciousness/ nervousness is normal and welcome. Prance around like a loon or sit n sway through the whole dance. No judgement. No rules. No right or wrong. No pretence. No hierarchy. No comparison. No dance police!

FIRE RELEASE CEREMONY:

We will gather round our ritual fire to release what no longer serves under the cathartic energy of the Full Moon!

GONG BATH:

Led by Kate, guardian of the land at New Moon Mill. Immerse & integrate body, mind & soul in the grounding sound of the Earth Gong & nature

WHO IS THIS FOR?

EarthDance is an inclusive life practice for ALL ages, sizes, genders & fitness levels. Come alone or with friends & family. We require absolutely no experience and you do not have to be a ‘dancer’. For those yearning to feel healthier in mind & body. For those who love music & nature. For those who miss their dancing days. For those seeking community & a sense of belonging. Each person comes for different reasons, but all receive so much more than they came for.

PARKING/ CAR SHARING:

Parking can be found through the private gate entry system. We are limited to 20 spaces so please park efficiently. Event tickets are discounted and are purchased by car with either 1,2,3,4,5 people car sharing. Please see ticket options for details. If a group book one car ticket please only come in one car. Thank you in advance.

WHAT TO REMEMBER:

• Preferably barefoot or dance pumps or trainers if you prefer
• Wear anything comfy & cool to move in.
• Bring layers of clothing.
• Water to drink.
• Yoga mat or blanket to sit on.
• Tick/mozzie spray
• Snacks in case you get hungry.

ABOUT MARIE & THE DANCE SANCTUARY:

The Dance Sanctuary's mission is to bring people together through a shared love of music & dance to uplift, support and enrich lives. To serve as a sanctuary away from stress & distraction where you can be yourself & take care of yourself in a safe space that nurtures wellbeing, connection, belonging, empowerment & freedom of expression. The Dance Sanctuary has helped hundreds of dancing humans to FIND FREEDOM on the dancefloor for the past 13 years.

Marie is a skilled & intuitive space holder, facilitator & music maker on a mission to open hearts wherever she goes! Because she knows, from personal experience, that when a heart feels safe enough to open, decades & lifetimes of spontaneous healing can occur. Marie has an innate skill at making people feel instantly welcome , at ease & cherished, helping people move through any blocks they may have to moving freely on the dancefloor. Marie's sonic journeys are powerful & emotive, tender & exhilarating, with a soundwave & guidance that weaves a return to love, truth and reconnects you to the awe & beauty of life.

When she left the NHS as a Cancer Treatment Specialist, she made a promise that she would one day serve the world with offerings that prevented long-term stress & dis-ease. She went on to become a Master Reiki practitioner for several years, and now devotes all her time to The Dance Sanctuary. Her knowledge of the human body, energy body & psyche provide a truly holistic approach to health & wellbeing. Marie shares...

"Dancing literally helped save my life & now it continues to transform my life . With EarthDance, I get to combine my three biggest LOVES: Nature, music & dance: A powerful salve for body, mind , heart & soul."

DISCLAIMER: By purchasing a ticket you are responsible for your own health & risk. If you choose to go barefoot please be mindful of the few stinging nettles, twigs and other things that can be found in natural areas. Be mindful of the river edge. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult and must be supervised throughout.

PICTURES AND VIDEOS: We may take the occasional picture and video of the event, and this footage will be used solely for marketing purposes. However if you would rather not be filmed or photographed, do please let us know.😊

There are no refunds or transfers available but if you cannot make it please feel free to pass on ticket to a friend & let me know. Thank you.

CONTACT:

If you have any worries or questions before or after booking, please contact Marie at anytime: 07766410317 / marie184@btinternet.com

TESTIMONIALS:

Brenda says…

‘Wanted to say how breathtakingly beautiful your dance was on Wednesday night . I absolutely loved it, it’s the true highlight of my week!’

Sheryl says…

‘When those insecurities pop in as they do I just bring them along and ‘dance with them’ (your words Marie which are always a comfort). For me, part of my journey is about accepting myself and allowing anything that comes along to just be …not sure if that makes sense but I’m loving this journey.’

Joel says…

‘14 months ago, all those limiting beliefs about myself turned out to be nothing but nonsense. Freedom and movement is now my natural state.’

Liane says…
‘I have never felt so free as on your dancefloor!'

Pebbles says…

‘Ecstatic Dancing….there are no steps, no rules, dance how you like, eat chocolate, hold hands in a circle, yell together at the top of your voice, cry, stomp, dance like a queen, like a fool, like a child, like your spirit animal, dance however feels good for your body, all like no one's watching!

Maria says…

‘The experience for me is very transformational. I often arrive feeling so depleted, tired and very emotionally redundant. The music, the dancing and safe space that is created raises my vibration to a place where I feel truly grateful, happy and full of love.
At the end, I often cry, not through sadness but gratitude for all that I have-and that I am blessed to be around such beautiful people!'

Em Says…

‘Last night’s dance was spectacular. Marie’s skill in knowing just the right music to weave into her playlists creates a magical vibe. The energy in the place was truly ecstatic and full of joy. It’s always a pleasure to be immersed in such a welcoming environment. If you’ve not yet tried it, give it a go - you won’t regret it! ‘

Leanne says…

‘I just loved it to be honest! The space felt safe and happy & the room was filled with beautiful souls who were all experiencing their own journey into movement in a lovely & judgement free space! I don't think humans get enough exposure to environments where you can be seen but not measured in some way & it's so beneficial as well as nourishing for body, mind & soul.’