
Solidarity - Ecstatic Dance Wave w/ DJ Karen Funshine @ WWC Bryson Gym
A welcoming dance wave moves from warmup and opening circle into freeform movement, guided by DJ Karen Funshine. Shared rhythm and a focus on solidarity invite connection across differences.
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A guided warmup and opening circle lead into a DJ-led ecstatic dance wave rooted in Open Floor and 5Rhythms movement, inviting freeform expression and embodied connection.

A guided warmup and opening circle lead into a DJ-led ecstatic dance wave rooted in Open Floor and 5Rhythms movement, inviting freeform expression and embodied connection.
A guided warmup and opening circle lead into a DJ-led ecstatic dance wave rooted in Open Floor and 5Rhythms movement, inviting freeform expression and embodied connection.

A facilitated ecstatic dance wave begins with a warmup and opening circle before DJ Mikaya guides two hours of freeform movement, drawing on diverse styles from the ecstatic dance tradition.

A facilitated ecstatic dance wave begins with a warmup and opening circle before DJ Mikaya guides two hours of freeform movement, drawing on diverse styles from the ecstatic dance tradition.
A facilitated ecstatic dance wave begins with a warmup and opening circle before DJ Mikaya guides two hours of freeform movement, drawing on diverse styles from the ecstatic dance tradition.

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.

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.
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.

Two morning waves of freeform ecstatic dance invite emotional release, authentic connection, and movement-led exploration. Facilitator Jeannie Adair holds space with care, intention, warmups, and opening circles.

Two morning waves of freeform ecstatic dance invite emotional release, authentic connection, and movement-led exploration. Facilitator Jeannie Adair holds space with care, intention, warmups, and opening circles.
Two morning waves of freeform ecstatic dance invite emotional release, authentic connection, and movement-led exploration. Facilitator Jeannie Adair holds space with care, intention, warmups, and opening circles.

Freeform ecstatic dance waves invite participants into a morning of expressive movement guided by facilitator Marta Martín, with an intention of cooperation, sweetness, and collective connection.

Freeform ecstatic dance waves invite participants into a morning of expressive movement guided by facilitator Marta Martín, with an intention of cooperation, sweetness, and collective connection.
Freeform ecstatic dance waves invite participants into a morning of expressive movement guided by facilitator Marta Martín, with an intention of cooperation, sweetness, and collective connection.

Two morning dance waves invite freeform movement, warmups, and opening-circle connection around the intention “Chase the Rising Sun.” Move with facilitator Rory Jagdeo through a reflective, nature-inspired gathering.

Two morning dance waves invite freeform movement, warmups, and opening-circle connection around the intention “Chase the Rising Sun.” Move with facilitator Rory Jagdeo through a reflective, nature-inspired gathering.
Two morning dance waves invite freeform movement, warmups, and opening-circle connection around the intention “Chase the Rising Sun.” Move with facilitator Rory Jagdeo through a reflective, nature-inspired gathering.

A DJ-led ecstatic dance wave moves through shadowy archetypes, inviting participants to embody repressed emotions and meet shame, fear, and self-judgment with unapologetic expression and radical human celebration.

A DJ-led ecstatic dance wave moves through shadowy archetypes, inviting participants to embody repressed emotions and meet shame, fear, and self-judgment with unapologetic expression and radical human celebration.
A DJ-led ecstatic dance wave moves through shadowy archetypes, inviting participants to embody repressed emotions and meet shame, fear, and self-judgment with unapologetic expression and radical human celebration.

A grown-up prom do-over centers on freeform ecstatic dance, moving to music without choreography in a celebratory community setting. Warmup, opening circle, raffle, photo booth, and refreshments support an evening fundraiser for Asheville Movement Collective.

A grown-up prom do-over centers on freeform ecstatic dance, moving to music without choreography in a celebratory community setting. Warmup, opening circle, raffle, photo booth, and refreshments support an evening fundraiser for Asheville Movement Collective.
A grown-up prom do-over centers on freeform ecstatic dance, moving to music without choreography in a celebratory community setting. Warmup, opening circle, raffle, photo booth, and refreshments support an evening fundraiser for Asheville Movement Collective.

A meditative, freeform movement journey moves through curated multi-genre sounds, inviting solo or shared dancing. The intention, “All of Me, Even This,” sets a welcoming tone for embodied expression.

A meditative, freeform movement journey moves through curated multi-genre sounds, inviting solo or shared dancing. The intention, “All of Me, Even This,” sets a welcoming tone for embodied expression.
A meditative, freeform movement journey moves through curated multi-genre sounds, inviting solo or shared dancing. The intention, “All of Me, Even This,” sets a welcoming tone for embodied expression.

Connection-focused fusion dancing blends styles in a welcoming community atmosphere, with a smooth sprung floor, quality sound, and immersive lighting. Newcomers and seasoned dancers can share a full night of movement.

Connection-focused fusion dancing blends styles in a welcoming community atmosphere, with a smooth sprung floor, quality sound, and immersive lighting. Newcomers and seasoned dancers can share a full night of movement.
Connection-focused fusion dancing blends styles in a welcoming community atmosphere, with a smooth sprung floor, quality sound, and immersive lighting. Newcomers and seasoned dancers can share a full night of movement.

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 welcoming, participatory contra dance creates a lively community gathering in a sober, safe space, with social folk dancing and opportunities to connect through movement.

A welcoming, participatory contra dance creates a lively community gathering in a sober, safe space, with social folk dancing and opportunities to connect through movement.
A welcoming, participatory contra dance creates a lively community gathering in a sober, safe space, with social folk dancing and opportunities to connect through movement.

A saucy, bass-driven DJ journey guides an ecstatic dance wave of free movement, connection, and tea, with a movement lab opening the evening in an inspiring communal space.

A saucy, bass-driven DJ journey guides an ecstatic dance wave of free movement, connection, and tea, with a movement lab opening the evening in an inspiring communal space.
A saucy, bass-driven DJ journey guides an ecstatic dance wave of free movement, connection, and tea, with a movement lab opening the evening in an inspiring communal space.

A meditative freeform movement journey moves through curated multi-genre music, inviting solo dancing or shared expression. An opening circle sets the intention of renewal beneath the rising sun.

A meditative freeform movement journey moves through curated multi-genre music, inviting solo dancing or shared expression. An opening circle sets the intention of renewal beneath the rising sun.
A meditative freeform movement journey moves through curated multi-genre music, inviting solo dancing or shared expression. An opening circle sets the intention of renewal beneath the rising sun.

A saucy bass music DJ set carries an ecstatic dance wave from movement lab and warm-up through a closing sound-healing session. Expect freeform movement, connection, and tea in an inspiring communal space.

A saucy bass music DJ set carries an ecstatic dance wave from movement lab and warm-up through a closing sound-healing session. Expect freeform movement, connection, and tea in an inspiring communal space.
A saucy bass music DJ set carries an ecstatic dance wave from movement lab and warm-up through a closing sound-healing session. Expect freeform movement, connection, and tea in an inspiring communal space.

Learn swing steps and move to a lively mix of classic favorites and modern jazz, with a welcoming dance floor for experienced dancers and first-timers alike.

Learn swing steps and move to a lively mix of classic favorites and modern jazz, with a welcoming dance floor for experienced dancers and first-timers alike.
Learn swing steps and move to a lively mix of classic favorites and modern jazz, with a welcoming dance floor for experienced dancers and first-timers alike.

Learn rumba basics in a welcoming dance lesson, then take the floor for ballroom, country, East and West Coast swing, hustle, and more, spun by DJ Missy Lindsey.

Learn rumba basics in a welcoming dance lesson, then take the floor for ballroom, country, East and West Coast swing, hustle, and more, spun by DJ Missy Lindsey.
Learn rumba basics in a welcoming dance lesson, then take the floor for ballroom, country, East and West Coast swing, hustle, and more, spun by DJ Missy Lindsey.

Ballroom Dance
MoreLearn a rotating ballroom style in a welcoming drop-in lesson, then stay for two hours of social dancing. The format suits newcomers and experienced dancers seeking partner-dance practice and community.

Learn a rotating ballroom style in a welcoming drop-in lesson, then stay for two hours of social dancing. The format suits newcomers and experienced dancers seeking partner-dance practice and community.
Learn a rotating ballroom style in a welcoming drop-in lesson, then stay for two hours of social dancing. The format suits newcomers and experienced dancers seeking partner-dance practice and community.

Accessible lessons introduce traditional blues dance roots before an all-levels social, inviting newcomers and experienced dancers to move, connect, and explore rhythm in a welcoming community setting.

Accessible lessons introduce traditional blues dance roots before an all-levels social, inviting newcomers and experienced dancers to move, connect, and explore rhythm in a welcoming community setting.
Accessible lessons introduce traditional blues dance roots before an all-levels social, inviting newcomers and experienced dancers to move, connect, and explore rhythm in a welcoming community setting.

Balboa Night
MoreA drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ-led social dance with guided practice, bringing Asheville swing dancers together for an evening of partnered movement and community.

A drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ-led social dance with guided practice, bringing Asheville swing dancers together for an evening of partnered movement and community.
A drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ-led social dance with guided practice, bringing Asheville swing dancers together for an evening of partnered movement and community.
