JTED
JOSHUA TREE
ECSTATIC DANCE OFFICIAL
What to Wear + Bring
+ Bring water
+ Wear loose, breathable clothes
+ If you are sensitive to noise, bring ear filters or plugs as we have a live DJ and the music does get loud.
+ glow props are welcome!
+ drums are welcome!
On Bringing Kids
We have been getting more and more amazing young people here, and it's been SO WONDERFUL having them!
If you'd like to bring your little ones ages 7 and up,
please feel free, though please be advised this program is definitely not necessarily suitable for ALL children.
Things to consider:
+ There is a lot of adult, spiritual, and/or esoteric discussion here,
+ There is a lot of focused quiet and meditation,
+ There is a lot of emotional and physical release,
+ There is much holding of sacred space for each other to heal.
+ There is loud music which may be too much for sensitive ears.
Please use your best judgement.
If your child can sweetly navigate and maintain the sacred energy we are co-creating, by all means, we'd absolutely love to have them with us.
That being said, if you do choose to bring your child, please do keep an eye on them throughout the duration of the class to make sure they are being kept safe and keeping the rest of the group safe as well.
Thank you so much.
Listen to Your Body
+ Take time to let go of the day, get in the pocket, stretch, and warm up before we begin. You are welcome + encouraged to arrive a few minutes early to do so.
+ Nobody knows your body like you do. Take all precautions necessary to keep yourself and others protected and safe.
+ Nobody knows how you are feeling emotionally like you do. If you feel a release coming on, this is usually a good thing; guide yourself through it as sweetly as possible. If you feel yourself becoming overly triggered, take care of yourself and others by removing yourself and tending to your needs in that moment; and feel free to return when you are ready.
+ If you ever need help, ask for it.
+ Love + Honor Yourself and Others.
On Partnered Movement
or any personal contact.
+ Receive a clear (eye contact) invitation to dance with the other
+ Don't be afraid to say no if you'd like your space, and likewise please don't take it personally if you receive a no. You never know how someone else is feeling in the moment.
+ Please don't lift unless you and your partner are experienced and know how to do so safely.
+ Remember you have permission to leave any dance at any time
+ Keep all contact appropriate, maintaining a feeling of safety for yourself and your partner(s)
+Most importantly, all contact is to be 1000% platonic and respectful.
