
Dance Medicine - Ecstatic Dance Waves w/ Rory Jagdeo
Freeform ecstatic dance waves with a guided warmup and an opening circle led by facilitator Rory Jagdeo. A community movement practice focused on embodiment, connection, and energetic release in a school gym style space.
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Rhythmic world beat guides an inward movement journey, shifting from quiet embodiment into expressive release, then stillness and integration. Two dance waves begin with warmups and opening circles.

Rhythmic world beat guides an inward movement journey, shifting from quiet embodiment into expressive release, then stillness and integration. Two dance waves begin with warmups and opening circles.
Rhythmic world beat guides an inward movement journey, shifting from quiet embodiment into expressive release, then stillness and integration. Two dance waves begin with warmups and opening circles.

Two morning ecstatic dance waves pair warmups and opening circles with freeform movement, guided by an intention of vibration, light, and the warmth we create together.

Two morning ecstatic dance waves pair warmups and opening circles with freeform movement, guided by an intention of vibration, light, and the warmth we create together.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves pair warmups and opening circles with freeform movement, guided by an intention of vibration, light, and the warmth we create together.

Move through an evening dance wave with facilitator Ted Riskin, blending modern electronic music, warmup, and an opening circle for an immersive, free-form movement journey. Costumes are welcome but optional.

Move through an evening dance wave with facilitator Ted Riskin, blending modern electronic music, warmup, and an opening circle for an immersive, free-form movement journey. Costumes are welcome but optional.
Move through an evening dance wave with facilitator Ted Riskin, blending modern electronic music, warmup, and an opening circle for an immersive, free-form movement journey. Costumes are welcome but optional.

Move solo or together through a meditative, freeform dance journey guided by curated multi-genre music. An opening circle sets the intention before participants enter the shared movement space.

Move solo or together through a meditative, freeform dance journey guided by curated multi-genre music. An opening circle sets the intention before participants enter the shared movement space.
Move solo or together through a meditative, freeform dance journey guided by curated multi-genre music. An opening circle sets the intention before participants enter the shared movement space.

Move through a freeform ecstatic dance wave guided by DJ Kristikka, exploring animal-inspired body expression, rhythmic movement, and embodied connection in a welcoming community setting.

Move through a freeform ecstatic dance wave guided by DJ Kristikka, exploring animal-inspired body expression, rhythmic movement, and embodied connection in a welcoming community setting.
Move through a freeform ecstatic dance wave guided by DJ Kristikka, exploring animal-inspired body expression, rhythmic movement, and embodied connection in a welcoming community setting.

Move solo or alongside others through a meditative, freeform dance journey set to curated multi-genre music. An opening circle sets the intention, and expressive costumes are welcome.

Move solo or alongside others through a meditative, freeform dance journey set to curated multi-genre music. An opening circle sets the intention, and expressive costumes are welcome.
Move solo or alongside others through a meditative, freeform dance journey set to curated multi-genre music. An opening circle sets the intention, and expressive costumes are welcome.

Lively contra lines and swing turns unfold in a welcoming, fun loving community setting with a sober and safe dance floor. Expect caller-led patterns, partner switching, and an easy onramp for first-timers.

Lively contra lines and swing turns unfold in a welcoming, fun loving community setting with a sober and safe dance floor. Expect caller-led patterns, partner switching, and an easy onramp for first-timers.
Lively contra lines and swing turns unfold in a welcoming, fun loving community setting with a sober and safe dance floor. Expect caller-led patterns, partner switching, and an easy onramp for first-timers.

Full Moon Circle
MoreA welcoming full moon gathering explores lunar awareness, inner nature, and the rhythms believed to influence body and spirit. Connect through shared reflection and ancient, intuitive wisdom.

A welcoming full moon gathering explores lunar awareness, inner nature, and the rhythms believed to influence body and spirit. Connect through shared reflection and ancient, intuitive wisdom.
A welcoming full moon gathering explores lunar awareness, inner nature, and the rhythms believed to influence body and spirit. Connect through shared reflection and ancient, intuitive wisdom.

After-work drumming and easy swaying bring people together for Asheville’s Friday evening drum circle. Expect lively percussion, an informal participatory rhythm, and a welcoming downtown park gathering.

After-work drumming and easy swaying bring people together for Asheville’s Friday evening drum circle. Expect lively percussion, an informal participatory rhythm, and a welcoming downtown park gathering.
After-work drumming and easy swaying bring people together for Asheville’s Friday evening drum circle. Expect lively percussion, an informal participatory rhythm, and a welcoming downtown park gathering.

An open air sound bath in West Asheville Park blends resonant tones and guided stillness into a one hour immersive sound journey. Settle into a restorative rhythm that quiets mental noise and reconnects you to earth grounded calm.

An open air sound bath in West Asheville Park blends resonant tones and guided stillness into a one hour immersive sound journey. Settle into a restorative rhythm that quiets mental noise and reconnects you to earth grounded calm.
An open air sound bath in West Asheville Park blends resonant tones and guided stillness into a one hour immersive sound journey. Settle into a restorative rhythm that quiets mental noise and reconnects you to earth grounded calm.

Traditional contra dancing brings neighbors together through lively folk and social dance traditions in Swannanoa. Expect a welcoming community atmosphere rooted in shared movement and music.

Traditional contra dancing brings neighbors together through lively folk and social dance traditions in Swannanoa. Expect a welcoming community atmosphere rooted in shared movement and music.
Traditional contra dancing brings neighbors together through lively folk and social dance traditions in Swannanoa. Expect a welcoming community atmosphere rooted in shared movement and music.

A welcoming, consent-centered gathering for practicing boundaries and sharing affectionate, sensual touch through snuggling. Participants use verbal consent to build connection in a supportive community setting.

A welcoming, consent-centered gathering for practicing boundaries and sharing affectionate, sensual touch through snuggling. Participants use verbal consent to build connection in a supportive community setting.
A welcoming, consent-centered gathering for practicing boundaries and sharing affectionate, sensual touch through snuggling. Participants use verbal consent to build connection in a supportive community setting.

Guided breathing practices and cacao create space for relaxation, mindful connection, and self-care in a welcoming Asheville coffee and tea shop.

Guided breathing practices and cacao create space for relaxation, mindful connection, and self-care in a welcoming Asheville coffee and tea shop.
Guided breathing practices and cacao create space for relaxation, mindful connection, and self-care in a welcoming Asheville coffee and tea shop.

A free, participatory drum class invites Asheville neighbors to learn rhythm and percussion together, building musical skills and community connection through a welcoming group lesson led by Larry McDowell.

A free, participatory drum class invites Asheville neighbors to learn rhythm and percussion together, building musical skills and community connection through a welcoming group lesson led by Larry McDowell.
A free, participatory drum class invites Asheville neighbors to learn rhythm and percussion together, building musical skills and community connection through a welcoming group lesson led by Larry McDowell.

A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.

A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.
A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.

Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.

Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.

Settle into a restorative sound meditation and immersive sound healing journey during weekend sessions at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., or 6 p.m., marking the facilitator’s final month.

Settle into a restorative sound meditation and immersive sound healing journey during weekend sessions at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., or 6 p.m., marking the facilitator’s final month.
Settle into a restorative sound meditation and immersive sound healing journey during weekend sessions at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., or 6 p.m., marking the facilitator’s final month.

Layered hand drums and spontaneous percussion create an energetic, participatory gathering in a downtown park. Bring a drum or listen as local rhythms build into a welcoming community jam.

Layered hand drums and spontaneous percussion create an energetic, participatory gathering in a downtown park. Bring a drum or listen as local rhythms build into a welcoming community jam.
Layered hand drums and spontaneous percussion create an energetic, participatory gathering in a downtown park. Bring a drum or listen as local rhythms build into a welcoming community jam.

A passive energetic transmission invites life force awakening, somatic release, spontaneous movement, mudras, and vocal or light language activations. Participants may feel energy coursing through the body and align with a deeper sense of purpose.

A passive energetic transmission invites life force awakening, somatic release, spontaneous movement, mudras, and vocal or light language activations. Participants may feel energy coursing through the body and align with a deeper sense of purpose.
A passive energetic transmission invites life force awakening, somatic release, spontaneous movement, mudras, and vocal or light language activations. Participants may feel energy coursing through the body and align with a deeper sense of purpose.

A communal healing circle invites participants to offer and receive modalities such as reiki, massage, crystal work, activations, and didgeridoo sound. Practice asking for what you need in a collective space of care.

A communal healing circle invites participants to offer and receive modalities such as reiki, massage, crystal work, activations, and didgeridoo sound. Practice asking for what you need in a collective space of care.
A communal healing circle invites participants to offer and receive modalities such as reiki, massage, crystal work, activations, and didgeridoo sound. Practice asking for what you need in a collective space of care.
