Saturday Night Ecstatic Dance - Movement session

Ecstatic Dance Bournemouth

Inviting you to move , connect and express yourself on Saturday 18 April.

Door open at 6:45 pm and we start at 7 :10 pm till 9:30pm GMT.

*ECSTATIC DANCE JOURNEY with Dj Pixi Pete

* SOUND Session with Magdalena Atkinson

Read about each of them below.

Venue Location - Address
BOH Studios
104 Commercial Road
Bournemouth
BH2 5LR

Ecstatic Dance Bournemouth is a safe and inclusive space where all are welcome to bring their authentic selves as we journey together through sound and movement.No dance skill or experience is necessary! Movement may include walking, rolling, stretching, raging, shaking or anything you feel inspired to embody.

Each event will feature an amazing Ecstatic Dance live DJ set followed by a beautiful sound journey.

Some guidance & facilitation will be provided. And then we will let the music, the community and our own inner space direct our steps, our movements, our expression, our journey.

Relaxation: Ecstatic Dance usually ends with a deep relaxation.

Special Promo - Book a general ticket online with 50% off when bringing a friend!!!

Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance practice. As soon as you enter the space, you are invited to let go of judgements and expectations and allow yourself to feel your emotions, sensations, body, mind, and spirit. Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere filled with like-minded individuals who share the love for movement and freedom. Whether you're an experienced dancer or a beginner, this event welcomes everyone with open arms.

Our Ecstatic Dance sessions have guidelines of: No booze, No Shoes, No phones, No Chit Chat, Move However You Wish, Respect yourself and others.

Some guidance & facilitation will be provided. And then we will let the music, the community and our own inner space direct our steps, our movements, our expression, our journey. Relaxation: Ecstatic Dance usually ends with a deep relaxation.

***Alcohol, drug, psychedelic & smoke free space!!! We get a natural high through dance!***

We also offer limited free crew space, scroll down to find more info and crew sign up .

Schedule:

*6:45pm – Doors open

*7:10pm - Doore close

*7:15pm - Opening circle with intension and guideline

*7:25pm - Ecstatic Dance live set

*9:00pm - Sound ession

*9:20pm - Closing circle

Optional extras you may bring:

Bring a set of dry clothes/small towel as you will probably get sweaty during the session. Toilets are available at the venue but there are no separate changing rooms.

We dance barefoot, in soft indoor shoes or grip socks.

We will be sat on the floor for a short time for the meditation so please feel free to bring a blanket/ yoga mat.

Reusable water bottle.Tap water refil available at the venue.

Prices:

+Eventbrite fee. Book online or pay cash/ card on the door.

Low waged/concession £14 (limited availability)

Regular waged £17

Full price ticket £20

Tickets: £20 on the door if event has not sold out.You can pay cash or card.

Eventbrite order confirmation: Email might be in the spam folder. Please check the email you used to purchase the ticket, might not be your primary email account. Do not print any paper tickets. We will check your online purchased ticket at the door.

CHILDREN: Unfortunately these sessions are not suitable for children.

Cancellation Policy:

We do not offer refunds/ticket swaps for another event if you cannot attend if less than 72h notice if provided.

You are welcome to pass on your ticket to a friend, colleague or family member however please let us know the date & time of the booked session, name and email address of the person attending in your place. Send us an email with replacement person's details to:

EcstaticDanceBournemouth@gmail.com

If you are showing any Covid-19, please DO NOT attend the session.

If we need to cancel the class due to unforeseen circumstances, we will issue a full refund. If you have any questions please feel free to send us an email: EcstaticDanceBournemouth@gmail.com

FREE CREW SPACES: We offer limited free crew spaces at our events. Requirement - you need to have attended at least one of our events before you can join the crew.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/Ap5rvKQgKBFkyjH3A

Venue Location - Address

BOH Studios

104 Commercial Road
Bournemouth
BH2 5LR

🚗 Parking

There are several easy parking options nearby:

Commercial Road Surface Car Park – closest option

BH2 Leisure Centre Car Park – large, reliable

NCP Terrace Road

West Hill Car Park is suitable for vans and a 5 minute walk to BOH Studios.

🚌 Public Transport

Bournemouth Railway Station – approx. 15–20 min walk or short bus/taxi ride

Multiple local buses stop near Commercial Road / BH2 area

DJ & Facilitator:

Each event will feature an amazing Ecstatic Dance live DJ set followed by a beautiful sound journey.

MEET Dj Pixi Pete

Peter Michel aka Pixi Pete is a DJ, performer, and creative facilitator, blending epic track selection, live percussion, and deep somatic wisdom. His sets aren’t just music , they are journeys that move the body and evoke the bodies wisdom. Across the world, he has created dance floors where wild expression meets deep stillness and playful magic.

MEET Magdalena Atkinson

Magdalen Atkinson is a singer – songwriter, intuitive musician, Shakti Dance Yoga of Dance teacher, music and wellbeing facilitator, Gene Keys Guide and a dreamer.

Born and raised in Poland where she graduated with MA in music, she has made South England her home since 2004.

She is a sound shifting & free spirited artist. Her voice has an ability to be ethereal, angelic, Celtic, jazzy, shamanic, tribal. She can magically change genres from folk to ballad, jazz to French Chanson, from shamanic to angelic realms with ease and magic.She published 2 solo albums: Beauty & Power (2016) and Love & Light (2018) and co-created the band Magdalena and the Mystical Birds. In 2018 she co-created a Polish Gene Keys hub and become a Gene Keys guide.

She offers monthly workshops for women – SHAKTI TEMPLE, intuitive music during monthly SHAMANIC SOUND & HEALING at Merkabah retreat, AWAKENING workshop series inspired by the Gene Keys and energy work, DRUM & CHANT gatherings and sound meditations.

This year she is publishing her 2nd album with her band and a solo album with her beloved hammered dulcimer.

Her mission is to inspire others to pursue their full potential and creative dreams.

www.magdalenaatkinson.co.uk

https://magdalenaatkinson.bandcamp.com

/https://www.facebook.com/MagdalenaAtkinsonMusichttps:// www.instagram.com/MagdalenaAtkinsonMusichttps://

www.youtube.com/user/magdalena4music

Agenda

6:45pm – Doors open

*7:10pm - Doore close

*7:15pm - Opening circle with intension and guideline

*7:25pm - Ecstatic Dance live set

*9:00pm - Sound ession

*9:20pm - Closing circle

Frequently asked questions

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable cloths. Bring a set of dry clothes as you will probably get sweaty during the session. We dance barefoot, in soft indoor shoes or grip socks.

What time we start?

Door open at 6:45pm. We start with stretch and slow music before opening circle. We politely ask not to come earlier as we have to prepare a room. We close door at 7:15pm sharp!

Where is the venue?

Bournemouth Venue Location

BOH Studios

104 Commercial Road
Bournemouth
BH2 5LR

What is your refound policy?

We do not offer refunds/ticket swaps for another event if you cannot attend if less than 72h notice if provided. You are welcome to pass on your ticket to a friend, colleague or family member however please let us know the date & time of the booked session, name and email address of the person.

Can I bring children to event?

Unfortunately these sessions are not suitable for children. And children are not able to stay in the venue during the session. We are considering future events where children will be included.Thank you for your understanding.

Can I be part of crew or volunteer to help?

Yes, we do offer limited free crew spaces at our events. Requirement - you need to have attended at least one of our events before you can join the crew. Apply here: https://forms.gle/Ap5rvKQgKBFkyjH3A or send email to EcstaticDanceBournemouth@gmail.com

I have quastion who I can contact?

Please send us email to:EcstaticDanceBournemouth@gmail.com

Do you have a WhatsApp group?

Yes we do have WhatsApp group with future events updates.​​Follow this link to join WhatsApp group:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/CaOsLTnTg7Q0Ms5CTpmUGKSave

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Ecstatic Dance Bournemouth guidelines:

As you entering a safe space we do request that you follow the guidelines below. All movement is welcomed and there is no ‘right and wrong’, whilst respecting other's boundaries. Trust in the journey and move through everything that arises.

GUIDELINES

1 . Drug-Free, Smoke-Free, Alcohol-Free environment

2 . No talking in the dance space. If you wish to talk, you are welcome to chat before/after dance outside the main dance space and during our social after.

3 . Phone-free zone. No photos or videos.A chance for us to take a breather from our phones and be present.

4 . Respect for each other's personal space.

5 . Dance Barefoot. This helps us ground our energy and brings us closer in connection to mother earth. You can wear soft soled trainers/shoes or socks if you feel more comfortable doing so.