Somatic Movement & Ecstatic Dance with Jane Latham

Join us for a warm evening of movement, music and connection — a space to explore, express, and simply be yourself.

This somatic dance weaves together elements of embodiment practices, gently supporting you to reconnect with your body’s natural wisdom.

Lying on a yoga mat, you're invited to settle into deep rest before awakening the body through simple, breath-led movement. As awareness shifts toward sensation, movement begins to flow more softly and intuitively - dissolving tension and nourishing both mind and body.

The ecstatic dance continues with light facilitation, supporting connection with whatever is present in the moment. Expect a rich, emotive blend of neoclassical, electronica, world rhythms, melodic house and techno. Lively, expansive crescendos and euphoric peaks will encourage you to shake off the remnants of the week and dance with complete freedom, on your own or with others.

We’ll close with a soothing crystalline sound bath led by Justine Nolan, followed by a gentle integration circle and post-dance gathering, with healthy snacks and drinks available.

Emerge feeling calm, centred and fully alive

DATES

Fri 24 April

Fri 29 May

(last Friday of the month)

TIMINGS

7.15pm Doors open, gentle music for settling into the space

7.30pm Relaxation and gentle somatic movement practice

8.00pm Ecstatic dance

9.15pm Crystalline sound bath

9.30pm Closing circle, snacks and drinks

GUIDELINES

• Please arrive by 7.30 pm so we can all journey together
• No prior experience necessary, all are welcome (aged 16+)
• Dancing barefoot is ideal, but socks or dance shoes are also OK
• Feel free to dance on your own or explore connection with others
• Be respectful of boundaries - seek permission before connecting
• Aim to avoid bumping into others and interrupting their flow
• No talking in the space and put your phones on mute
• This is an alcohol and drug-free event

WHAT TO BRING

• Layers of clothing for dancing and relaxing at the end
• Water bottle (can be refilled)

TICKETS (before Eventbrite fees)

£12 - Supported

£15 - Standard

£18 - Supporter/tickets on the door

On booking a ticket, you should receive a confirmation email with further event details. If you can't see this, check your spam folder or other email accounts you might have used. On arrival we'll either scan your QR code or check you in by your name.

PHOTO AND VIDEO

A few promotional shots will be captured sensitively during the dance - you will have the opportunity to request exclusion from these.

TAKING RESPONSIBILITY

• Please take care of yourself and your belongings: you dance at your own risk
• We cannot be held responsible for any accidents or injuries
• If you are experiencing any cold or flu-like symptoms please do not attend
• Refunds may be requested up to 3 days before the event
• By signing up, you confirm you have read and understood your responsibilities

BENEFITS OF THE DANCE

The many benefits of this transformative practice include

• Emotional release and healing
• Increased body awareness
• A sense of connection to self and others
• Heightened mental clarity and creativity
• Renewed vitality and joy

The world around you is only beautiful when you are at peace with the world within you 💫

Let's see what magic we can create together!

Jane ❤️

ABOUT YOUR DJ AND FACILITATOR

Jane combines many years of training in spiritual and somatic practices with her experience as a psychotherapist to create grounded, heart-centred spaces for you to come home to yourself - to feel human.

With a deeply embodied sense of the transformative power of movement, her DJ sets flow intuitively through shadow and light, building through neoclassical, electronica and global rhythms to deep, melodic house and techno - inviting you to fully let go into whatever arises, before softening into deeper presence and connection.

Known for her Dancing Freedom woodland dances in Hackney Wick, she has guest-DJed for others including Ecstatic Dance UK, Rumble and The Psychedelic Society.

In addition to this monthly somatic dance, she also offers weekly somatic movement and Yoga Nidra sessions at Social Yoga.

More info, social media and recordings of previous sets can be found here

https://linktr.ee/janelatham

ABOUT YOUR SOUND HEALER

Justine Nolan, founder of the East London Reiki. Her soothing crystalline sound bath will help you to fully integrate your journey.

https://www.eastlondonreiki.com/

Words from past participants

‘Your kindness, deep love of music and care for all the dancers ripple right through creating something very rich, raw, gentle and special every time!’

‘It was a truly brilliant night. I genuinely was lost in ecstasy there. Beautiful!’

‘It's great that you are so authentic, and clearly passionate about what you do: I felt very well held’

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