Movement

Bi-Monthly Saturday Indoor Ecstatic Dance
2025-11-08 18:00 - 21:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | BLANKSPACES Venice – 606 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 606 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90291, United States
Drop in for an inspiring movement experience on beautiful hardwood floors as we flow through an ecstatic dance journey, featuring global rhythms and music in a safe, welcoming space. Whether you’re here to dance, stretch, groove, or connect, this is your opportunity to express yourself and connect with others.
Welcome to our Ecstatic Dance indoor event series! Come dance, move, express, connect, and enjoy incredible music in beautiful locations across LA. Join us in a welcoming environment where you can dance freely and experience inspiration, release, and transformation through dance and embodiment.
We’re excited for a night filled with uplifting music, community, and movement. Come join us for a very special indoor event on beautiful hardwood floors!
Come be part of the magic—we can’t wait to dance with you!
Location:BLANKSPACES Venice
606 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90291

Weekly Sunday Beach Ecstatic Dance
2025-11-02 13:15 - 16:00, 2025-10-26 13:15 - 16:00, 2025-10-19 13:15 - 16:00, 2025-10-12 13:15 - 16:00, 2025-10-05 13:15 - 16:00, 2025-09-28 13:15 - 16:00, 2025-09-21 13:15 - 16:00, 2025-09-14 13:15 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 4 more dates | West LA Beach
Join us for an unforgettable dance experience on the beach in West Los Angeles! Feel the sand beneath your feet and the ocean breeze on your skin as you dance freely in a vibrant, welcoming space.
Come dance, move, express, and connect while enjoying incredible music in some of the most beautiful locations across Los Angeles. Part silent disco, part healthy dance party, part rave, and part intentional conscious dance experience—our events are centered on movement for wellbeing, joy, and community connection. We dance for health, joy, connection, play, and a deeper sense of community.
This is more than just an afternoon of movement—it’s a celebration of life and an opportunity to experience the transformative benefits of this powerful embodiment practice.
THE FLOW
Each event begins with an opening circle, offering a moment to connect, set intentions, and ground ourselves in presence. From there, we take off into a 2-hour musical wave, building in intensity and weaving sounds and rhythms from around the world. Move to the rhythm of epic live DJ sets, surrounded by an incredible community of like-minded souls. Discover a deeper connection to yourself, to life, and to others as we dance by the ocean together in paradise, moving to electrifying and transformative DJ sets that will leave you inspired and uplifted!
Come for the MOVEMENT, stay for the magic. We can’t wait to share this special experience with you!
EVENT LOCATIONWEST LOS ANGELESDance floor address and directions will be included in your ticket confirmation email.

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // HONEYFROTH
2025-11-02 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Contact Improv Class: SHANNON SAHAJA
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: SHANNON
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – HONEYFROTH
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation: SHANNON
1:11pm – All Blessings!

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

HONEYFROTH // Music Facilitator
HoneyFroth is the sonic expression of Arielle Brown — an artist and ceremonialist devoted to the transformative power of movement and sound. Her love affair with dance began on the Big Island of Hawai‘i, at Kalani — the birthplace of ecstatic dance — where for 3 years living on island she experienced firsthand how the power of dance in community can restore the human spirit. In 2024, she stepped behind the decks to facilitate that same sense of aliveness for others. Her sets blend earthy globally inspired rhythms, modern groove-driven electronica, the occasional old school throw back, and booty-shakin praise music. Both ancient and fresh, Arielle’s sets move through downtempo soul, deep bass, and ecstatic uplift, inviting dancers into embodied joy and remembrance of who they truly are. She brings a shamanic quality into her sets, both through song choice and through her live vocals woven into the music. As a long-time facilitator of transformational spaces, she is inspired to curate music journeys that support people to embody, integrate, and alchemize the human experience. Every transition is intentional, every beat a prayer, every track an invitation into the full range of our humanity and divinity. As a DJ, Arielle’s core intention is to uplift the frequency of the planet through dance.

SHANNON SAHAJA // Contact Improv Class
Shannon Sahaja is an embodiment alchemist who feels most at home in the woods, on a dance floor, in warm water or engaged in silly shenanigans. She holds a BFA in Dance from S.U.N.Y Purchase, and has 2 decades of experience as a movement facilitator. She is well known for her loving approach to yoga that was developed while living and teaching at Harbin Hot Springs and through her mentorship with Angela Farmer.
Shannon enjoyed being the manager and sacred space holder for Ecstatic Dance Oakland from 2017-2024. She has studied extensively with many of the early pioneers of Contact Improvisation and loves articulating the mechanics of weight sharing for those unfamiliar with the form. She brings delight to the space with her unique ability to create safety while spicing things up with humor and spontaneity. Shannon has a presence that guides those in her field to come home to their essential self through play and spontaneity as well as attunement and depth.
www.shannonsahaja.com

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // JÄMI DEVA feat WILL MAGID (of Balkan Bump)
2025-10-26 10:00 - 13:11 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Blindfolded Contact Class: Gabriel & Candice w/live music by Will Magid
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – Jämi Deva (feat. Will Magid)
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation
1:11pm – All Blessings!

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

Blindfolded Contact – Surrendering to Our Inner Sight
Blindfolded Contact Dance is a slow and gentle experience—for both beginners and experienced dancers alike. The constraint of the blindfold invites dancers to explore other senses to find connection, expression, pleasure, and safety. These workshops take participants on a journey of somatic self-discovery and non-verbal consent via solo and group exercises—both with and without blindfolds.

CANDICE HOLDORF
Candice is a writer and coach with a focus on reclaiming erotic embodiment through exploring shame and shadow. She brings her passion for movement, play, and creative self-expression to her work as a group facilitator. She has trained in various healing modalities such as yoga and orgasmic meditation as well as studied Alexander Technique and theatrical movement while getting her BFA at NYU. theorgasmiclife.com

GABRIEL DIAMOND
Gabriel is a long-time dancer who has practiced many modalities of conscious movement. He has developed a passion for exploring how blindfolds can be be used as a medicine and tool for transcending biases, cravings, and aversions. His work as an artist explores the intersection of activism, street theatre, shadow work, and embodiment. He is the co-founder of Vulnerable Rally. He is a filmmaker by trade with a background in theatre. outsidefilms.com

JÄMI DEVA
JÄMI is the new steward of Ecstatic Dance SF and the Founder of MOVEMENT Church – and a Vibrational Architect who lives in Hawaii, designing potent life-changing experiences for tens of thousands worldwide in live workshops, breathwork empowerments and ecstatic dances since 2010.
Studying and practicing with the Sufi’s for over 20 years, Jämi is a visionary producer with an ear for the exotic. A true musicologist, Jämi sources and rides the emergent wave of sonic innovation. His mixes span all genres and tempos of dance music serving up an alchemical elixir of multi-dimensional sound wizardry. Jämi elegantly plays live percussion during his set which uniquely activates the shamanic potential of the dance floor. His beats are a ceremonial carnival of epic proportion. His artistry is truly unique – he is gifted and clearly called to hold some very new and transformational frequencies.
“Jämi delivers a sound that is difficult to describe. It is clear that his life purpose is to inspire greatness in others.”~ Stan Grof
https://soundcloud.com/devaliminal

WILL MAGID (of Balkan Bump)
Will Magid (Balkan Bump) is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and sonic alchemist whose music bridges ancient traditions and future bass. Performing as Balkan Bump, Will blends global brass melodies, deep grooves, and lush electronic textures into immersive dance journeys. With his trumpet as a guide, he weaves live improvisation into layered soundscapes that awaken the body and uplift the spirit. A longtime student of world rhythms and soulful connection, Will invites dancers into a shared ecstatic experience—where joy, release, and transformation move through every beat.
Check out Balkan Bump’s music: Balkan Bump Spotify

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // KOMPASS
2025-10-19 10:00 - 13:11 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Opening Yoga Flow: KIRIN POWER
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: JÄMI
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – KOMPASS
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation: JÄMI
1:11pm – All Blessings!

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

KOMPASS // Music Facilitator
Nolan Watt, also known as Kompass, is an ecstatic dance DJ, producer, and multi–instrumentalist based in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. His sets blend global bass, ethno/tribal house, and spicy world rhythms with a touch of juicy, twerkalicious vibes.
b brings a clear arc to every set—starting slow and spacious, gradually building into rhythm-driven movement, and landing with grounded, reflective sounds. He often opens with live bansuri flute, creating a space for presence before guiding dancers into deeper, ecstatic inspiration. His approach is straight forward and honest—using sound to move energy, tell stories, and create meaningful connection on the dance floor. Come with an open heart and leave with a rejuvenated spirit. ✨
You can explore his original music and ecstatic sets here:
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kompassmusic/sets/dj-mixes
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5tJarBmMmxyRYVTUq8xtk9

KIRIN POWER // Opening Yoga Flow
Kirin Power is a Bay Area based student and teacher of yoga and meditation, and a lover of dance.
Alchemizing yogic technologies— breath, movement, mantra, & meditation, with a thoughtful curation of music– Kirin’s inspired, creative, and informed offerings invite you to awaken to the wonder and Awe of being alive and embodied!
Each flow is designed to activate your mind and body connection, while improving your body’s flexibility and resiliency, and of course, empower you to express your sacred truth through movement on the dance floor.
Kirin hopes that your time together will remind you of the medicine that is gratitude, and leave you feeling held in self love, in savor of breath, and at ease in heart.✨

JÄMI DEVA // Sacred Space Holder
JÄMI is the new steward of Ecstatic Dance SF and the Founder of MOVEMENT Church – and a Vibrational Architect, designing potent life-changing experiences for tens of thousands worldwide in live workshops, breathwork empowerments and ecstatic dances since 2010.
Studying and practicing with the Sufi’s for over 20 years, Jämi is a visionary producer with an ear for the exotic.He believes that Music, Breath and Movement are the keys to unlocking human potential and returning to the natural frequency of True Love. Jämi has dedicated his life work to the expansion of consciousness.✨

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // KING KAIROS
2025-10-12 10:00 - 13:11 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply felt and intentional space to connect, celebrate & transform!

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Contact Dance Class: BRIGITTE WITTMER
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: Jämi
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – King Kairos
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

BRIGITTE WITTMER // Movement Facilitaor
International dance artist, instructor, performer, and transformational movement guide.
Her journey has taken her across more than ten countries—from the studios of Broadway Dance Center in New York to the somatic richness of Faculdade Angel Vianna in Rio de Janeiro. Rooted in contemporary dance and Brazilian social dances, her path weaves through somatic education, contact improvisation, bodywork, yoga, gyrokinesis, and transpersonal psychology. Brigitte’s passion is in integrating these worlds—guiding people into deeper connection with themselves through embodied movement and creative expression.
As part of her ongoing research, she developed Liquid Leading—a practice that transcends traditional gender roles and invites each dancer to speak their truth through movement. It transforms dance into a co-creative language where stories can be exchanged, not just performed.
“To me, dance is more than art or fitness—it’s a gateway. A tool for awareness, expression, healing, and transformation. I hold space for play, experimentation, and deep listening—so you can return to your body, your power, and the ever-evolving dance of your life.”
Let’s move together—and discover what’s possible when you remember the wisdom already living within you!

KING KAIROS // Music Facilitator
After nine years of training and performing as an opera singer, King Kairos decided to carry over the remains of a traditional music background into a more futuristic, innovative approach to art, sound, and embodiment. Now, through experimentation and play, they continue to expand their own identity through an ever-evolving range of styles.
King Kairos has shown a natural ability to relate to the collective, with pure emotion and raw creativity, King’s music invites listeners to dive deep within themselves and summon their own fullest range of expression. Their mystical, yet relatable approach to artistry is entrancing. They blend the psychedelic with the surreal, balance the sophisticated with the playful, and merge light with dark… all in one curious adventure. As they continue to perform and teach, King Kairos hopes to empower people of all walks of life to share themselves more authentically.
https://on.soundcloud.com/UJpYYxRZHwcdyZtVNe

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

Saturday Indoor Ecstatic Dance
2025-10-11 18:00 - 21:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | BLANKSPACES Venice – 606 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 606 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90291, United States
Drop in for an inspiring movement experience on beautiful hardwood floors as we flow through an ecstatic dance journey, featuring global rhythms and music in a safe, welcoming space. Whether you’re here to dance, stretch, groove, or connect, this is your opportunity to express yourself and connect with others.
Welcome to our Ecstatic Dance indoor event series! Come dance, move, express, connect, and enjoy incredible music in beautiful locations across LA. Join us in a welcoming environment where you can dance freely and experience inspiration, release, and transformation through dance and embodiment.
We’re excited for a night filled with uplifting music, community, and movement. Come join us for a very special indoor event on beautiful hardwood floors!
Come be part of the magic—we can’t wait to dance with you!
Location:
BLANKSPACES Venice
606 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90291

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // HABITAAT
2025-10-05 10:00 - 13:11 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Contact Improv Class: JULIANA MENDONCA
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: JÄMI DEVA
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – HABITAAT
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation: JÄMI
1:11pm – Closing Circle

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

HABITAAT // Music Facilitator
HABITAAT is a multifaceted DJ composer making waves in the organic electronic music space. Brazil-born and San Francisco-raised, HABITAAT’s unique production is influenced by hip-hop, cinematic movie scores and underground club music, with the aim to make you feel like you are dancing surrounded by nature.
HABITAAT has released music with Odyzey and Gravitas, and has shared the stage with artists such as Bonobo, Parra for Cuva, Tycho and CloZee (including a Red Rocks Amphitheater performance in 2022).
Blending infectious dance beats and organic melodic sounds, HABITAAT’s soundscapes mirror the beauty of our own natural world in danceable and psychedelic ways. Through sound, he aims to create an immersive and emotive experience that is meant leave you inspired and connected to the part of you that makes you human.
https://habitaatmusic.com
🎶 Spotify

JULIANA MENDONCA // Contact Improv Class
Juliana Mendonca is a Venezuelan Contemporary Dance Performer, Choreographer and Teacher. She is an innovative bodyworker influenced by Latin Traditional Dances, Butoh, Contact Improvisation and Physical Theater. Throughout her career she has developed a unique language with which she can express and create powerful art and healing. She has dedicated many years to creating projects and performances inspired by water: Raíz de Agua, La Naciente, Drop & Drought, Liquidanza, Sono Somatic, water has represented a very important element to understand herself. She currently directs her own proposal for relaxation and dance practice in the water, Liquidanza. She also works with Destiny Arts Center, La Peña Cultural Center, Private Events, and collaborates with other Bay Area Artists. (www.liquidanza.com)

JÄMI DEVA // Sacred Space Holder
JÄMI is the new steward of Ecstatic Dance SF and the Founder of MOVEMENT Church – and a Vibrational Architect, designing potent life-changing experiences for tens of thousands worldwide in live workshops, breathwork empowerments and ecstatic dances since 2010.
Studying and practicing with the Sufi’s for over 20 years, Jämi is a visionary producer with an ear for the exotic.He believes that Music, Breath and Movement are the keys to unlocking human potential and returning to the natural frequency of True Love. Jämi has dedicated his life work to the expansion of consciousness.✨

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

𝑽𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒓 𝑶𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚:Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // MELTER
2025-09-28 10:00 - 13:11 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Opening Yoga Flow: KIRIN POWER
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: JÄMI
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – MELTER
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation: JÄMI
1:11pm – All Blessings!

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

MELTER // Music Facilitator
Steven Melter is a bass forward explorer of the sonic realms here to guide you on a journey through the dance dimensions. Playing frequent ecstatic dances in Golden Gate Park for Ecstaturday and around the bay area for years, he has also been seen playing internationally, bringing the west coast ecstatic vibes around the world.
His music focuses on the dancer, helping to unlock solo and contact dance moves that are otherwise hard to access. Through a conversation with the dancefloor, he can be heard playing classical, ambient, funk, soul, trap, hip hop, house, deep house, all wrapped up with a layer of medicine music. He is not here to play music- he is here to help you play WITH the music. See you out on the dance floor.
https://soundcloud.com/meltermix

KIRIN POWER // Opening Yoga Flow
Kirin Power is a Bay Area based student and teacher of yoga and meditation, and a lover of dance.
Alchemizing yogic technologies— breath, movement, mantra, & meditation, with a thoughtful curation of music– Kirin’s inspired, creative, and informed offerings invite you to awaken to the wonder and Awe of being alive and embodied!
Each flow is designed to activate your mind and body connection, while improving your body’s flexibility and resiliency, and of course, empower you to express your sacred truth through movement on the dance floor.
Kirin hopes that your time together will remind you of the medicine that is gratitude, and leave you feeling held in self love, in savor of breath, and at ease in heart.✨

JÄMI DEVA // Sacred Space Holder
JÄMI is the new steward of Ecstatic Dance SF and the Founder of MOVEMENT Church – and a Vibrational Architect, designing potent life-changing experiences for tens of thousands worldwide in live workshops, breathwork empowerments and ecstatic dances since 2010.
Studying and practicing with the Sufi’s for over 20 years, Jämi is a visionary producer with an ear for the exotic.He believes that Music, Breath and Movement are the keys to unlocking human potential and returning to the natural frequency of True Love. Jämi has dedicated his life work to the expansion of consciousness.✨

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance // JÄMI DEVA
2025-09-21 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Contact Improv Class: MERRICK JACOB
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: JÄMI
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – JÄMI DEVA
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation:

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

Contact Improv Class – MERRICK JACOB
Merrick Jacob is a lover of movement, continuously in awe of the body and its potential for delightful expression, wild creativity, & authentic connection. Influenced by her practices of contact improvisation, figure skating, acroyoga, and hand-balancing, she guides playful movement experiences as an opportunity for deep listening, research, and co-creation. Merrick hosts contact across the SF Bay Area.
www.merrickjacob.com

Musical Facilitator – JÄMI DEVA
A true musicologist, Jämi sources and rides the emergent wave of sonic innovation. His mixes span all genres and tempos of dance music serving up an alchemical elixir of multi-dimensional sound wizardry. Jämi elegantly plays live percussion during his set which uniquely activates the shamanic potential of the dance floor. His beats are a ceremonial carnival of epic proportion. His artistry is truly unique – he is gifted and clearly called to hold some very new and transformational frequencies.

JÄMI is the new steward of Ecstatic Dance SF and the Founder of MOVEMENT Church – and a Vibrational Architect, designing potent life-changing experiences for tens of thousands worldwide in live workshops, breathwork empowerments and ecstatic dances since 2010.

Studying and practicing with the Sufi’s for over 20 years, Jämi is a visionary producer with an ear for the exotic.He believes that Music, Breath and Movement are the keys to unlocking human potential and returning to the natural frequency of True Love. Jämi has dedicated his life work to the expansion of consciousness.

“Jämi delivers a sound that is difficult to describe. It is clear that his life purpose is to inspire greatness in others.”~ Stan Grof
https://soundcloud.com/devaliminal

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // IZZY WISE
2025-09-14 10:00 - 13:11 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Opening Yoga Flow: KIRIN POWER
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: KIRIN
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – IZZY WISE
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation: KIRIN
1:11pm – All Blessings!

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

IZZY WISE // Music Facilitator
Izzy Wise is a dynamic multi-instrumentalist and DJ, renowned for his eclectic dance music that seamlessly traverses the musical and cultural landscapes of planet earth.With almost two decades of experience, Wise honed his craft in San Francisco, gracing legendary parties like Afrolicious and iconic venues such as The Independent, Monarch, and 1015 Folsom.
His versatility extends to playing bass and horns in various groups, exploring genres as diverse as Turkish, Balkan, Cumbia, Brazilian, Salsa, Funk, and more. His relentless quest for unique rhythms and melodies has taken him to the jungles of Nicaragua and the mythical islands of the Caribbean Sea.When not capturing field recordings or performing live, Wise releases music on esteemed labels like Délicieuse Records, Lips & Rhythm, Mule Musiq, and Cafe Anatolia.
His studio dedication is unwavering, with his original tracks often showcasing a well-blended mix of global dance music, disco, boogie funk, and house. In live performances, Wise incorporates a variety of instruments, infusing his sets with an energetic and hypnotic blend of funky underground ethnomusicology. As the host of the Hi LifeParty, a pop-up global music celebration, he dedicates himself to showcasing the beauty of diverse musical traditions.
In 2025, Izzy Wise continues to push the boundaries, seeking fresh sounds to share with audiences on both late nights and sunlit days. His passion for music and dedication to his craft promise an exciting future filled with innovative and captivating performances

KIRIN POWER // Opening Yoga Flow
Kirin Power is a Bay Area based student and teacher of yoga and meditation, and a lover of dance.
Alchemizing yogic technologies— breath, movement, mantra, & meditation, with a thoughtful curation of music– Kirin’s inspired, creative, and informed offerings invite you to awaken to the wonder and Awe of being alive and embodied!
Each flow is designed to activate your mind and body connection, while improving your body’s flexibility and resiliency, and of course, empower you to express your sacred truth through movement on the dance floor.
Kirin hopes that your time together will remind you of the medicine that is gratitude, and leave you feeling held in self love, in savor of breath, and at ease in heart.✨

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

Bi-Monthly Saturday Indoor Ecstatic Dance
2025-09-13 19:30 - 21:40, 2025-08-30 19:30 - 21:40, 2025-08-16 19:30 - 21:40 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Hill Church, Santa Monica, CA
Drop in for an inspiring movement experience on beautiful hardwood floors as we flow through an ecstatic dance journey, featuring global rhythms and music in a safe, welcoming space. Whether you’re here to dance, stretch, groove, or connect, this is your opportunity to express yourself and connect with others.
Welcome to our Ecstatic Dance indoor event series! Come dance, move, express, connect, and enjoy incredible music in beautiful locations across LA. Join us in a welcoming environment where you can dance freely and experience inspiration, release, and transformation through dance and embodiment.
We’re excited for a night filled with uplifting music, community, and movement. Come join us for a very special indoor event on beautiful hardwood floors!
Come be part of the magic—we can’t wait to dance with you!
Location:The Church in Ocean Park235 Hill Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // QUINTESSENCE
2025-09-07 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Contact Improv Class: SHANNON SAHAJA
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: SHANNON
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – QUINTESSENCE
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation: SHANNON
1:11pm – All Blessings!

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

QUINTESSENCE // Music Facilitator
DJ Quintessence (Lexi Battle, she/her) is one of the most diverse and musically nuanced acts you’ll find performing today. In addition to being a lead DJ and organizer of the “Ecstaturday” Ecstatic Dance in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, she is also a resident DJ in partnership with The Omni Movement, a progressive partner dance studio located in Oakland. You’ll most commonly find her playing for Fusion Dance, Brazilian Zouk, or West Coast Swing around the Bay Area, though she also holds passion for her unique take on club-style EDM. As a highly multidisciplinary DJ and music producer, she brings lessons and influences from each of the music scenes she’s involved with into all of the others, giving her a unique perspective that allows her to hybridize the elements that work from the different scenes and let them inform each other.Quintessence is a master of the intentional dance journey. She begins with tempos and rhythms designed to warm the body up while the melodic content creates emotional depth and intrigue that set the stage for what’s to come. Each stage successively builds on what we’ve experienced in the last, taking us somewhere new that still feels part of the same story. The crescendos and climaxes interplay with periods of moderate rest and reflection to create a series of waves through various energies and moods. Finally, we come to the sentimental landing and closing stages where we can integrate what we’ve experienced as the journey nears its end, perhaps indulging in one final burst of joy or artistic expression before sending us off to what’s next.As a dancer herself whose life has been transformed by the practice, Quintessence always plays for the party she wants to be at. Her work often defies genre, weaving through a great many of them throughout the journey in delightfully surprising ways. As she’s a multidisciplinarian with extremely broad taste, you’ll never get the same experience with DJ Quintessence twice. She’ll make you move, make you melt, take you to places beyond words, and leave you wanting more.DJ Quintessence can be found on Instagram, SoundCloud, Spotify, and all other major music platforms.

SHANNON SAHAJA // Contact Improv Class
Shannon Sahaja is an embodiment alchemist who feels most at home in the woods, on a dance floor, in warm water or engaged in silly shenanigans. She holds a BFA in Dance from S.U.N.Y Purchase, and has 2 decades of experience as a movement facilitator. She is well known for her loving approach to yoga that was developed while living and teaching at Harbin Hot Springs and through her mentorship with Angela Farmer.
Shannon enjoyed being the manager and sacred space holder for Ecstatic Dance Oakland from 2017-2024. She has studied extensively with many of the early pioneers of Contact Improvisation and loves articulating the mechanics of weight sharing for those unfamiliar with the form. She brings delight to the space with her unique ability to create safety while spicing things up with humor and spontaneity. Shannon has a presence that guides those in her field to come home to their essential self through play and spontaneity as well as attunement and depth.
www.shannonsahaja.com

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // VESICA
2025-08-31 10:00 - 2025-09-02 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Opening Yoga Flow: KIRIN POWER
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: KIRIN
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – VESICA
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation: KIRIN
1:11pm – All Blessings!

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

VESICA // Music Facilitator
VESICA is an Oakland-based Ecstatic Dance DJ whose journey began in the early days at the Ecstatic Dance at Sweets Ballroom in 2008. In 2010, VESICA co-founded Ecstatic Dance Berlin —the movement’s first international offshoot— helping spark its worldwide spread. Since then, VESICA has been invited to share sets across the world, from Lightning in a Bottle and cities like Los Angeles, Nevada City, and Oakland, to far-reaching dance floors in Moscow, Bukarest, Barcelona, and Ibiza.
VESICA is a dancers’ DJ with a predilection for soulful organic world beats and scrumptious global bass. Her sets are poly-genre, tempo-morphing, dance floor love that irresistibly moves feet, hips and heart into a deep and embodied journey of catharsis and transformation. VESICA invites you to lose and find yourself in the dance.
soundcloud.com/vesica-ecstatic/bass-bliss

KIRIN POWER // Opening Yoga Flow
Kirin Power is a Bay Area based student and teacher of yoga and meditation, and a lover of dance.
Alchemizing yogic technologies— breath, movement, mantra, & meditation, with a thoughtful curation of music– Kirin’s inspired, creative, and informed offerings invite you to awaken to the wonder and Awe of being alive and embodied!
Each flow is designed to activate your mind and body connection, while improving your body’s flexibility and resiliency, and of course, empower you to express your sacred truth through movement on the dance floor.
Kirin hopes that your time together will remind you of the medicine that is gratitude, and leave you feeling held in self love, in savor of breath, and at ease in heart.✨

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking permission, eye contact and a CLEAR YES before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

ELEMENTAL // Temple Step + Chris Berry + Jämi
2025-08-30 18:00 - 22:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hawaiian Sanctuary Retreat Center, 13-3194 Pahoa Kalapana Road, Pāhoa, HI, 96778, United States
A Journey through the 5 Elements in Sound, Light, Breath & Movement

ELEMENTAL // Temple Step + Chris Berry + Jämi
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and connection at Hawaiian Sanctuary Retreat Center. Get ready to immerse yourself in a mesmerizing fusion of sounds, as Temple Step Project, Chris Berry and Jämi Deva transport you to a world of sonic bliss.
Come early for the Opening Cacao Ceremony guided by Madhu Honey. Let the music guide you on a journey of self-discovery and togetherness as we explore the Magic of the 5 Elements.

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive. Learn more at https://move.love/

6pm – Doors Open // Warm Up Music
6:30pm – Cacao Ceremony/Invocation // Madhu Honey
7:00pm – EARTH // Chris Berry & Esmé
8:00pm – WATER // Jämi (amapiano set)
9:00pm – FIRE // Temple Step feat Madhu Honey
10:00pm – AIR // Temple Step + Jämi (breathwork set)
10:20pm – ETHER // Temple Step & Madhu Honey (ambient sound bath)

Featuring:
The Elemental Dancers
Liquid Light Visuals by Dreamweaver and Hope Delaney
Organic Food & Elixirs by Vimana and Be Blessed Botanicals 🌱🤍✨️
Blue Lotus Cacao prepared by Satya Wailani Devi

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

TEMPLE STEP PROJECT & MADHU HONEY
Soundscapes spanning breath to bass, echoes of ecstasy, the pulse of the primal merged with electronic mastery – Temple Step is a sensory experience at the intersection of unified culture, ancient soul and electronic mastery, resides the multi-genre fusions of Temple Step – a style and statement of music revered for igniting dance floors, hearts and transcendental shifts.
Music Producer, Benjamin Last, is defined by the mark of a maverick in the pursuit of creating extraordinary music that stands for oneness, passion and transformation. For over 30 years, Temple Step has literally brought global culture to the people, bringing sets, ceremony and with them, awakening to Live Performances, Ecstatic Dance and Sound Healings.
His prolific career in studio production and stage performance has forged pioneering explorations into tribal-ethno-electronic flavors. As a Producer, DJ and Sound Healer, he draws from an instrumental spread of beats, percussions, ethnic melodic instruments, synths, vocals and bold use of bass. Seamlessly, worlds are blended and timelines merge, all through the language of his music. The artist insists on sound as sacred; a vibrational, alchemical tool. With it, he evokes states and feelings that invite audiences to embrace full creative expression.
Temple Step has collaborated and remixed with artists such as Dr Joe Dispenza, Liquid Bloom, Dub FX, Desert Dwellers, Deya Dova, Peruquois, Nessi Gomes, Ganga Giri, Murry Kyle, Wild Marmalade, Raio, Darpan and satisfied local and international festival circuits including Texas Ecplise Festival (USA), Hgh Vibe Festival (USA) Beloved Festival (USA), Sonic Bloom (USA), Rainbow Serpent (AUS), Earth Frequency (AUS), Woodford (AUS), Earthdance (AUS) and Bali Spirit Festival (INDO). He is the Principal Producer of Motiv Music, his internationally acclaimed music production company. The Temple Step Studio is based in Melbourne serving clientele, locally and abroad.
‘I serve the unity. I use music to generate connectivity.
Diversity is where you’ll find me.
Full-spectrum feeling is where you’ll find me.
The ancient bass, call of flutes, flights of prayers, the voice of Gaia.All that is present in Temple Step is designed to uplift and inspire.
All this is present in you, is welcome.It is the art and my honour to take you beyond.’
– Benjamin Last
https://soundcloud.com/temple-step-project
https://open.spotify.com/artist/23NuCo2z6vAcQpKJ7jCTzj

MADHU HONEY
Madhu Honey is an embodied movement artist, vocalist, facilitator of somatic wisdom, & community weaver / leader with over two decades of experience in the healing & embodied arts, workshops, events & ceremony. Director of Ecstatic Dance Melbourne, InBody Arts & Healing, Madhu holds powerful spaces for soul-full expression through dance, ritual, and authentic presence.
Her multidisciplinary work spans dance therapy, Butoh, Body Weather, physical theatre, yoga, and somatic movement therapies, bridging the worlds of ceremony, stage, and immersive arts. With precision, presence, and deep creative vision, Madhu (also known as Dj Nectar) guides movements into states of embodied connection, authenticity, & transformation.
Madhu Honey infuses sacred space with rhythm, ritual ,reverence, and playful devotion ~ awakening the body as a vessel for truth and liberation.

CHRIS BERRY & ESMÉ
Under the tutelage of masters, Chris began playing the sacred rhythms of Africa at a young age. He has continued to do so for the the past 38 years, living with the Shona people of Zimbabwe for 10 years and performing throughout 24 different countries in Africa. Now, as a celebrated composer and Grammy award winner, Chris has turned his focus to creating rhythms for healing and expansion, bridging the ancient wisdom of African music to Western culture. Website:https://www.chrisberrymusic.org/

JÄMI
A true musicologist, Jämi sources and rides the emergent wave of sonic innovation. His mixes span all genres and tempos of dance music serving up an alchemical elixir of multi-dimensional sound wizardry. Jämi elegantly plays live percussion during his set which uniquely activates the shamanic potential of the dance floor. His beats are a ceremonial carnival of epic proportion. His artistry is truly unique – he is gifted and clearly called to hold some very new and transformational frequencies.
Practicing with the Sufi’s for over 20 years, Jami is a visionary producer with an ear for the exotic. He believes that Breath, Movement & Music are the keys to unlocking true human potential. Movement + Love = Freedom“
Jami delivers a sound that is difficult to describe.It is clear that his life purpose is to inspire greatness in others.”~ Stan Grof

THE ELEMENTAL DANCERS
Representing the Elements of Earth, Water, Fire & Air – bringing to life a unique embodiment!
KOKO // EARTH – first discovered the ecstasy of dance on Hawai’i in ’23 , a remembrance was sparked, channeling the ancient golden chain connecting us all with the sound vibration like the mycelium network. Rooted in a deep devotion to yoga, taught by the wind blowing thru leaves, rippling water, and all the vast symphonies of nature and the ancestors. Dancing with the intention to inspire the observer to breathe, expand and celebrate while creating moving art by melting into each moment.
KELLY KLEIN // WATER – bonafide doctor of dance, visionary Priestess, passionate eco-sensual muse, and artist of life. Her mission? To anchor in fierce love and gracious authenticity on this planet. Dancing for her is full surrender to the present aliveness pulsing through us all, a journey to the true self. She is the star of the film @MagdaleneRemembered, leader of the sensual dance collective @erosrisingdanceco, as well as a somatic intimacy and relationship coach @intimo.coaching. https://Kellykleinphd.com
MARIKA RIPKE // FIRE – Mother, dancer, yogini, soul surfer, and ceremonial Hula dancer. She has been dancing her whole life and guiding movement and dance classes for more than a decade, with a passion for African, Hula, and Latin dance. Marika’s dances are laced with intention and inspired by love, the elements, ancient rhythms and ancestors. Her movements are embodied prayers
SUNYATA // AIR – Movement powerhouse, Dakini, yogini and mother, Sunyata connected with dance at a young age for healing and attunement. Having pursued modern dance at UW-Madison, then trained in Breaking Bgirling in NYC, alongside being a devoted Vajrayana mediator, her love of dance is diverse and spiritual. Now Sunyata is focused on Acro-yoga, contact improv, ceremonial prayerformances and fire dancing! IG @embodiedlovecoach

BE BLESSED ELIXIR BAR
Melissa Honeybee & ‘ohana curates divine Elixir Bar and Lounge experiences where they offer intentionally hand-harvested creative plant-ally-infused alchemy that will delight your senses!
Everything is Organically and Sustainably Grown and Ethically Wildcrafted in Small-Batches and is Seasonally- Focused, so as to honor the moments and the land itself!
The Elixir Bars and Lounges and herbal medicine of Bee Blessed Botanicals is created with the utmost respect for the plants. Every step of the way is focused on honoring them with the highest integrity. We share a direct and intimate connection to the plants, as we take our time and harvest leaf by leaf, berry by berry, dig roots by hand, and more…
We listen to the land and allow the plants to guide the journey!
We are excited to serve you up some delicious ‘Āina Alchemy, which will assist in supporting your incredible experience!

VIMANA COULINARY TREASURES
Welcome to Vimana Elixir Bar, a sanctum of sensory alchemy where taste becomes transformation. Each sip is a living portal—infused with adaptogenic Shakti tonics, saffron-kissed chais, shilajit lightning shots, and spagyric flower tinctures distilled from the soul of plants. Rooted in Ayurvedic intelligence, quantum nutrition, and the ancient art of five-element flavor weaving, Vimana conjures elixirs that awaken, align, and elevate. Indulge in tonic-infused ceremonial chocolates, and drink deep the Golden Avatāra Mango-Kava, carried on the sacred smoke of agarwood and oud. More than a bar—it’s a frequency shift, charging your cells and lifting your spirit into the dawn of a new nourishment paradigm.

BLUE LOTUS CACAO
In the emerald heart of the Earth Temple, we receive ceremonial-grade cacao — a sacred gift from Guatemala’s ancient soil and Hawaii’s tropical rainforests. Infused with raw golden lehua honey, fresh-pressed coconut milk, and the ethereal essence of Egyptian blue lotus, this heart-opening, soul-expansive elixir honors the divine union of the Sun and Moon, bridging the realms of Heaven and Earth.

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // RABELLION
2025-08-24 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Contact Improv Class: JULIANA MENDONCA
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: ARIELLE BROWN
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – REBELLION
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation: ARIELLE
1:11pm – All Blessings!

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

RABELLION // Music Facilitator
Tati / Rabellion makes medicine music for the dance floor. Mixing Latin-infused organic elements & ancient sounds with electronic productions – she combines her skills as producer, singer, songwriter & sound healer, to help lift our spirits and heal our hearts. Her latest releases can be found within Mose’s label Resueño and High Vibe Records.
Originally from Puerto Rico and currently based in Santa Cruz, she has been booked to play her music in 4 continents, 11 countries and over 50 cities worldwide, including: Tulum, Goa, Hawaii, Barcelona, Madrid, Amsterdam, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, and many more – sharing the stage with lead artists in the organic electronic scene such as Mose, J.Pool & other influential voices. In addition to having a Masters in Music from Berklee, she has 7 EPs under various music projects and multiple singles released within Resueño compilations.
In her live sets, Tati / Rabellion combines her experience as an energy healer with her voice and original productions throughout her DJ set, to offer us a unique musical healing journey. A deep voyage integrating bass beats, Latin grooves, electronic medicine music and several genres across the globe, to help us feel into all the different sides of our being, and dance our way through any stuck energies or emotions. Building towards an ecstatic peak of blissful liberation and freedom, in order to use the dance floor to generate higher frequencies.
Tati is a Reiki Master Teacher, cacao ceremony facilitator, and energy healing practitioner, with over a decade of experience in the Healing Arts, and with direct training from multiple shamans and curanderas from Latin America. Her music reflects this deep connection with healing work & nature in all its forms. Her live music experience provide a form of ceremonial offering, with the goal of uplifting through the use of music as medicine.
The entire concept of ‘Rabellion‘ is to help bring about a revolution of mind, body and soul. Helping people everywhere awaken to the full essence of their being by combining voice, music, dance and sound healing to connect with themselves. When we realize that we are so much more than physical beings, we can begin to experience deeper healing, joy, creation, and magic.
https://soundcloud.com/rabellion

JULIANA MENDONCA // Contact Improv Class
Juliana Mendonca is a Venezuelan Contemporary Dance Performer, Choreographer and Teacher. She is an innovative bodyworker influenced by Latin Traditional Dances, Butoh, Contact Improvisation and Physical Theater. Throughout her career she has developed a unique language with which she can express and create powerful art and healing. She has dedicated many years to creating projects and performances inspired by water: Raíz de Agua, La Naciente, Drop & Drought, Liquidanza, Sono Somatic, water has represented a very important element to understand herself. She currently directs her own proposal for relaxation and dance practice in the water, Liquidanza. She also works with Destiny Arts Center, La Peña Cultural Center, Private Events, and collaborates with other Bay Area Artists. (www.liquidanza.com)

ARIELLE BROWN // Sacred Space Holder
Arielle Brown is a temple keeper, community steward, and devoted oracle of The Sacred. With roots in intimacy work, somatic group facilitation, and ritual design, she orchestrates containers where the transformational power of presence, dance, and embodied connection becomes a form of communion — a place to remember, release, and reorient to what is most true. As a DJ, musical intuitive, and alchemical vocalist, she curates soundscapes that awaken the body’s innate intelligence and invite collective coherence through rhythm, voice, and revelation.✨

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love

MOVEMENT Ecstatic Dance SF // ĐÅR
2025-08-17 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 554 Fillmore St, 554 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Curating a deeply intentional, safe sacred space to connect, explore and celebrate – by dancing together in community, we thrive.

9:45am – Doors Open
10:00am – Contact Improv Class: SHANNON SAHAJA
10:45am – Opening Circle & Meditation: SHANNON
11:00am – Ecstatic Dance – ĐÅR
1:00pm – Sound Bath / Closing Meditation: SHANNON
1:11pm – All Blessings!

Important Notes:
⌯ Events start promptly, Join us for the full experience!
⌯ All events are alcohol and substance free
⌯ Bring your own water
⌯ Shoes off at the door, and no conversation on the dance floor once we begin
⌯ Come with an open heart – ready to listen, move & receive

MOVEMENT is dedicated to nourishing a culture of creative expression through music & movement that honors the sacred. Curating a deeply intentional, safe and sacred space to connect, play, celebrate and embody the Spirit of Love. By raising the vibration and dancing together in community, we thrive.
Learn more at https://move.love/

ĐÅR // Music Facilitator
Based by the mesmerizing shores of Lake Atitlán, Guatemala, Dar Sernoff is a seasoned and intuitive DJ whose carefully curated sets transcend the ordinary. Seamlessly blending an eclectic array of global soundscapes with masterful mixing, Dar ignites dancefloors around the world, taking dancers on a transformative sonic journey that transcends boundaries and awakens the soul.
As the visionary curator behind Living Prism, InSpirit, and Arbol De La Vida events, Dar crafts environments that fuse artistry, community, and musical discovery.
soundcloud.com/livingprism/sets/ecstatic

SHANNON SAHAJA // Contact Improv Class
Shannon Sahaja is an embodiment alchemist who feels most at home in the woods, on a dance floor, in warm water or engaged in silly shenanigans. She holds a BFA in Dance from S.U.N.Y Purchase, and has 2 decades of experience as a movement facilitator. She is well known for her loving approach to yoga that was developed while living and teaching at Harbin Hot Springs and through her mentorship with Angela Farmer.
Shannon enjoyed being the manager and sacred space holder for Ecstatic Dance Oakland from 2017-2024. She has studied extensively with many of the early pioneers of Contact Improvisation and loves articulating the mechanics of weight sharing for those unfamiliar with the form. She brings delight to the space with her unique ability to create safety while spicing things up with humor and spontaneity. Shannon has a presence that guides those in her field to come home to their essential self through play and spontaneity as well as attunement and depth.
www.shannonsahaja.com

A Consensual Environment
*** As we come together in sacred movement practice, let us remember to embody the values of consent and mindfulness. May we dance in reverence for each other’s boundaries, always seeking clear permission before engaging in physical connection, and maintaining awareness of the sacred space we share with our fellow dancers.
If at any point you find yourself in need of support or comfort, know that you are not alone. Our Movement Church community is here to assist and guide you. Simply reach out to one of us, and we will do our utmost to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your journey.

Volunteer Opportunity: Show up at 9am sharp! for Openingor ask at the door for Closing Opportunities.@ Sacred Heart Church 554 Fillmore St., SF, CA Street Parking

All are Welcome.
Ecstatic Dance is a Freeform Conscious Dance,
Mixed by a Seasoned DJ for a Continuous Sonic Journey.
Move however you wish, without verbal guidance, shoes, or booze.
Music will flow through various Tempos, Genres, Intensities, and Emotions, so that Dancers may Experience, Express, and Transform their own Energies on the Dancefloor Together.

Ecstatic Dance can be your:
1. Physical Exercise
2. Mental Therapy
3. Connection to Spirit
4. Social Connection with Others
5. Personal Connection with Self
We only ask that you refrain from:
1. Talking on the Dancefloor
2. Using your Phone
3. Wearing Shoes
4. Using Substances (Be Yourself!)

@ Sacred Heart Church (of 8 Wheels)
554 Fillmore St., SF, CA
Website: https://move.love
