
Hope - Ecstatic Dance Wave w/ Sara Bensman
A barefoot-style ecstatic dance wave built around Sara Bensman’s energy-shifting DJ mix and somatic listening to deep vibrations. Warmup and an opening circle set a safe, loving container for self-expression, connection, and release.
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