
Ecstatic Dance Waves w/ Ted Riskin
Two morning dance waves pair warmups and opening circles with music and freeform movement, inviting participants to step out of their heads and into an inward, energetic journey.
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Two morning dance waves invite freeform movement, warmups, and opening circles in a welcoming community setting. Explore ecstatic dance as a practice for connection, vitality, and self-expression.

Two morning dance waves invite freeform movement, warmups, and opening circles in a welcoming community setting. Explore ecstatic dance as a practice for connection, vitality, and self-expression.
Two morning dance waves invite freeform movement, warmups, and opening circles in a welcoming community setting. Explore ecstatic dance as a practice for connection, vitality, and self-expression.

Two morning dance waves invite freeform movement to music from around the world, with guided warmups and opening circles creating space for embodied freedom and shared practice.

Two morning dance waves invite freeform movement to music from around the world, with guided warmups and opening circles creating space for embodied freedom and shared practice.
Two morning dance waves invite freeform movement to music from around the world, with guided warmups and opening circles creating space for embodied freedom and shared practice.

Flowing, cleansing DJ beats guide an ecstatic dance wave with a warmup and opening circle. Move freely through an evening of conscious movement and communal energy.

Flowing, cleansing DJ beats guide an ecstatic dance wave with a warmup and opening circle. Move freely through an evening of conscious movement and communal energy.
Flowing, cleansing DJ beats guide an ecstatic dance wave with a warmup and opening circle. Move freely through an evening of conscious movement and communal energy.

A judgment-free evening of freeform movement and DJ-driven electronic rhythms, with a warmup and opening circle creating space to dance, connect, and move without alcohol.

A judgment-free evening of freeform movement and DJ-driven electronic rhythms, with a warmup and opening circle creating space to dance, connect, and move without alcohol.
A judgment-free evening of freeform movement and DJ-driven electronic rhythms, with a warmup and opening circle creating space to dance, connect, and move without alcohol.

Two morning dance waves invite communal movement, musical expression, and physical release, with guided warmups and opening circles creating space to celebrate, connect, and explore embodied experience.

Two morning dance waves invite communal movement, musical expression, and physical release, with guided warmups and opening circles creating space to celebrate, connect, and explore embodied experience.
Two morning dance waves invite communal movement, musical expression, and physical release, with guided warmups and opening circles creating space to celebrate, connect, and explore embodied experience.

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.

A DJ-led ecstatic dance wave moves from a warmup and opening circle into freeform exploration of body, mind, music, and connection with an ever-widening circle of partners.

A DJ-led ecstatic dance wave moves from a warmup and opening circle into freeform exploration of body, mind, music, and connection with an ever-widening circle of partners.
A DJ-led ecstatic dance wave moves from a warmup and opening circle into freeform exploration of body, mind, music, and connection with an ever-widening circle of partners.

A meditative, freeform movement journey moves through a curated mix of musical genres, inviting solo dancing and shared expression within a welcoming, intentional dance space.

A meditative, freeform movement journey moves through a curated mix of musical genres, inviting solo dancing and shared expression within a welcoming, intentional dance space.
A meditative, freeform movement journey moves through a curated mix of musical genres, inviting solo dancing and shared expression within a welcoming, intentional dance 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 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.

A meditative, freeform movement journey moves through curated multi-genre music, inviting dancers to explore solo or together. Arrive before the opening circle to settle into the shared dance container.

A meditative, freeform movement journey moves through curated multi-genre music, inviting dancers to explore solo or together. Arrive before the opening circle to settle into the shared dance container.
A meditative, freeform movement journey moves through curated multi-genre music, inviting dancers to explore solo or together. Arrive before the opening circle to settle into the shared dance container.

Community Waltz
MoreA welcoming community waltz brings musicians and dancers of all levels together for social dancing, with informal instruction helping newcomers learn the steps and feel at home on the floor.

A welcoming community waltz brings musicians and dancers of all levels together for social dancing, with informal instruction helping newcomers learn the steps and feel at home on the floor.
A welcoming community waltz brings musicians and dancers of all levels together for social dancing, with informal instruction helping newcomers learn the steps and feel at home on the floor.

A two-hour participatory playshop blends movement, music, storytelling, and unscripted connection in a welcoming space for newcomers and returning participants to explore creativity together.

A two-hour participatory playshop blends movement, music, storytelling, and unscripted connection in a welcoming space for newcomers and returning participants to explore creativity together.
A two-hour participatory playshop blends movement, music, storytelling, and unscripted connection in a welcoming space for newcomers and returning participants to explore creativity together.

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 consent-centered, nonsexual gathering invites participants to explore platonic intimacy through safe, affectionate touch with like-minded people. The experience centers on connection, personal boundaries, and comfort in a welcoming community setting.

A consent-centered, nonsexual gathering invites participants to explore platonic intimacy through safe, affectionate touch with like-minded people. The experience centers on connection, personal boundaries, and comfort in a welcoming community setting.
A consent-centered, nonsexual gathering invites participants to explore platonic intimacy through safe, affectionate touch with like-minded people. The experience centers on connection, personal boundaries, and comfort in a welcoming community setting.

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.

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.

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.

Bowls + Breath
MoreA calming wellness session pairs resonant singing bowls with guided breathwork, inviting participants to slow down, settle attention, and reconnect through sound and mindful breathing.

A calming wellness session pairs resonant singing bowls with guided breathwork, inviting participants to slow down, settle attention, and reconnect through sound and mindful breathing.
A calming wellness session pairs resonant singing bowls with guided breathwork, inviting participants to slow down, settle attention, and reconnect through sound and mindful breathing.

Lively contra dance with do si dos and long-line figures in a fun-loving, sober and safety-minded community setting. Expect partner changes, friendly caller guidance, and upbeat traditional dance tunes in a campus-style hall.

Lively contra dance with do si dos and long-line figures in a fun-loving, sober and safety-minded community setting. Expect partner changes, friendly caller guidance, and upbeat traditional dance tunes in a campus-style hall.
Lively contra dance with do si dos and long-line figures in a fun-loving, sober and safety-minded community setting. Expect partner changes, friendly caller guidance, and upbeat traditional dance tunes in a campus-style hall.
