Flower Moon Dance

About This Event

Moon at twilight
A cluster of petals falling
from the cherry tree
Masaoka Shiki

The full moon of May later in the month is known as the Flower Moon, because of the flowers that bloom in this time. Blossoms hold many meanings. The blossoming of trees brings a sense of vitality and vibrancy. At the same time these blossoms fall to the ground in a few short weeks. We are invited to celebrate this beauty whilst it is here knowing that just as the blossoms are, life is fleeting. 

In the morning, Jane will offer The Meditation Cycle – sit, walk, dance – with five-minute meditations followed by walking and longer periods of dance. We will move and be still, bringing presence to what is emerging, and celebrating any passing moments of beauty and vibrancy as they arise.

In the afternoon, Jess will hold a long dance cycle. You will be invited offer attention to those places where you may be ready to flower, to those movements that want to open and expand ... as well as to where you may be still in seed, shoot or bud, or already in a process of concentration, of drawing in. There will be a little facilitation to help you to connect with your body and drop into your dance, but the emphasis will be on creating a generative space to allow dances just to emerge.

Dancers of all ages and ability are welcome, including those who are new to conscious dance.

Timings
Registration from 10.30am. Snacks will be provided for those who would like them. Music on from 10.45am. Workshop starts at 11am.

Lunch 1–2.30pm.

Workshop ends 5pm.

Lunch
A delicious vegetarian or vegan lunch will be available from the on-site Poplar Union cafe. If you would like to book lunch, please let us know on the Workshop Joining Form that we will be sending to you when you have made your booking here.

Early bird
£55 until 12 April. (£65 from 13 April.)