
AMC Sunday Ecstatic Dance Waves + Live Music w/Alex & Friends
Two back-to-back morning ecstatic dance waves with warmup leading into an opening circle, then freeform movement supported by live music from Alex & Friends. Doors close promptly at circle time to hold a safe, intentional dance container.
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