'Rethinking Beliefs' AMC Sunday Ecstatic Dance Waves w/ Marta Martin
Schedule
Sun Feb 08 2026 at 08:30 am to 12:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Evergreen Community Charter School | Asheville, NC
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Sunday, February 8th
1st Dance Wave 8:30-10:30am | Warmup 8:30am | Opening Circle 9am
2nd Dance Wave 10:30-12:30am | Warmup 10:30am | Opening Circle 11am
DJ | Facilitator Marta Martin
Intention: Rethinking Beliefs
In 2026, we enter the Year of the Fire Horse. People born in Fire Horse years—1906, 1966, and 2026—are traditionally believed to be bold, dynamic, and unconventional.
In some Asian cultures, however, this year carried a darker superstition. Girls born in Fire Horse years were thought to bring misfortune, leading many families to avoid having children during those times. As a result, birth rates dropped—not because of fate, but because of belief.
Today, that belief is changing. The Fire Horse is increasingly seen as a symbol of courage, creativity, and the strength to stand apart. As 2026 approaches, many are choosing to welcome its energy rather than fear it.
This shift reminds us that traditions evolve—and so can we. What beliefs are we willing to rethink?
Marta Martin has been part of AMC since she moved to Asheville from Surfside, FL in 2008. She has been teaching movement for over 30 years, using music and movements from around the world.She loves to motivate people to find freedom in their bodies so they can dance to the spirit. Listen to her mixes https://www.mixcloud.com/DancingMarta/ https://soundcloud.com/dancingmarta
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** Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and people who arrive late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. **
Location: Evergreen Community Charter School, 50 Bell Road, Asheville NC, 28805
Ticket Prices: $15-30 or name your price.
No one turned away for lack of funds!
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Pre-registration Recommended:
https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/weekly-dance/
VOLUNTEER!
We need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at: https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Door will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!
Collective agreements:
https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/
About AMC:
Asheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation. AMC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
See you on the dance floor!
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Where is it happening?
Evergreen Community Charter School, 50 Bell Rd, Asheville, NC 28805-1538, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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