Nature Dance - At Alice Holt Forest with Silent Disco headsets

PLEASE NOTE: Headsets are first come, first served, limited basis so please book early to avoid disappointment.

The Event:

You are warmly invited to NATURE DANCE in the beautiful & ancient Alice Holt Forest. In this space, Mother Nature is our SANCTUARY, the Earth our DANCEFLOOR & Music is our MEDICINE. Let's shake out the old & bring in new, fresh life-force energy. Let’s CONNECT and CO-CREATE a powerful, healthy Dance Community that inspires the world to get moving in Nature!

Nature Dance is a space for you to fully let go, release stress, and immerse yourself entirely in the healing MAGIC of nature & music. Connect to the music & your body, express what words cannot, dance with whatever presents itself. In any way that feels right for you. We start slowly to stretch & tune in with the support of gentle somatic guidance. The sound wave gradually builds to help you loosen & let go. After an exhilarating, high energy peak we gradually come down to the Earth for a guided cool down, relaxation & a nature's soundbath.

We dance to express, not impress! Dance shyly, mildly or wildly. Prance around like a loon or sit n sway through the whole dance. You do you. No judgement. No rules. No steps. No right or wrong. No pretence. No hierarchy. No comparison. No dance police!

Marie curates a wave of dance music that is earthy, tribal, heart opening, soothing & fun!

Who is this for?

Nature Dance is an inclusive life practice for ALL ages, sizes, genders & fitness levels. We require absolutely no experience and you do not have to be a ‘dancer’. For those yearning to feel healthier in mind & body. For those who love music & nature. For those who miss their dancing days. For those seeking community & a sense of belonging.

Each person comes for different reasons, but all receive so much more than they came for.

What to wear:

• Preferably barefoot or dance pumps or trainers if you prefer. We will be dancing in the meadow next to Go ape so its up to you as to whether you go barefoot.
• Wear anything comfy & cool to move in.
• Bring layers of clothing.
• Water to drink.
• Yoga mat or blanket to sit on.
• Tick/mozzie spray

Please note: These Nature Dances are weather dependant. High winds or heavy rain will mean cancelling. Please check emails leading up the event if weather looking iffy. In the event of cancellation you will be offered an alternative date or a refund.

About Marie and The Dance Sanctuary

For the past 10 years, The Dance Sanctuary has helped hundreds of dancing humans find physical & emotional FREEDOM on the dance floor. Marie, Founder of The Dance Sanctuary & experienced Somatic Movement teacher, has an innate skill of making you feel welcome, at ease & safe to move through any fears and blocks you may experience.

When she left the NHS as a Cancer Treatment Specialist, she made a promise that she would one day serve the world with offerings that prevented long-term stress & dis-ease. She went on to become a Master Reiki practitioner for several years, and now devotes all her time to The Dance Sanctuary. Her knowledge of the human body, energy body & psyche provide a truly holistic approach to health & wellbeing.

Marie’s passion for mental health & physical wellbeing was born from her own mental health difficulties in her late twenties. She shares.

"At 30, dancing literally helped save my life & now it continues to transform my life at 50. With nature dance, I get to combine my 3 biggest LOVES…Nature, music & dancing…A powerful salve for body, mind & soul."

Contact:

If you have any worries or questions before or after booking, please contact Marie at anytime: 07766410317 / [email protected]

Real-life narratives:

Brenda says…

‘Wanted to say how breathtakingly beautiful your dance was on Wednesday night . I absolutely loved it, it’s the true highlight of my week!’

Mary says…

‘When I dance I feel so good, strong, resilient and have boundless energy! The dance last Sunday was so energising! What Abundancing!

Amanda says…

’Whenever I dance I feel my gut health improves, my muscles feel looser, released. My mind shifts into pure joy and the smile on my face is enormous. It’s not just fabulous fun, it’s my medicine.’

Sheryl says…

‘When those insecurities pop in as they do I just bring them along and ‘dance with them’ (your words Marie which are always a comfort). For me, part of my journey is about accepting myself and allowing anything that comes along to just be …not sure if that makes sense but I’m loving this journey.’

Joel says…

‘14 months ago, all those limiting beliefs about myself turned out to be nothing but nonsense. Freedom and movement is now my natural state.’

Liane says…
‘I have never felt so free as on your dancefloor!'

Pebbles says…

‘Ecstatic Dancing….there are no steps, no rules, dance how you like, eat chocolate, hold hands in a circle, yell together at the top of your voice, cry, stomp, dance like a queen, like a fool, like a child, like your spirit animal, dance however feels good for your body, all like no one's watching! ‘Celia says…

‘Thank you for a wonderful evening! Funny I always thought I danced with abandon but half way through last night it actually happened! I let go of my own judgement and did what my body wanted and suddenly my limbs , heart and mind were light and everything was easy , weird how we think we are in a place just to get there and realise that we weren’t before.’

Maria says…

‘The experience for me is very transformational. I often arrive feeling so depleted, tired and very emotionally redundant. The music, the dancing and safe space that is created raises my vibration to a place where I feel truly grateful, happy and full of love.
At the end, I often cry, not through sadness but gratitude for all that I have-and that I am blessed to be around such beautiful people!'

Em Says…

‘Last night’s dance was spectacular. Marie’s skill in knowing just the right music to weave into her playlists creates a magical vibe. The energy in the place was truly ecstatic and full of joy. It’s always a pleasure to be immersed in such a welcoming environment. If you’ve not yet tried it, give it a go - you won’t regret it! ‘

Leanne says…

‘I just loved it to be honest! The space felt safe and happy & the room was filled with beautiful souls who were all experiencing their own journey into movement in a lovely & judgement free space! I don't think humans get enough exposure to environments where you can be seen but not measured in some way & it's so beneficial as well as nourishing for body, mind & soul.’

Please note: I may take some discreet photos to capture our Nature Dance. Please do let me know if you'd rather not be in them.

Please note: Alice Holt parking charges may appply but will be capped.

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