What is Dance Meditation Technique?
DMT is a concentrated movement meditation. It is a 2hr class that has a warm up, 60 minute playlist, cool down, rest and brief sitting meditation. It utilizes the same principles involved in sitting meditations except rather than sitting we move and instead of being quiet we make a ton of sound. Not only do you receive a serious cardio, your mental focus, critical thinking and imaginative powers are strengthened while receiving release and relief.
This is an inward practice and not a social dance. This is a participation only class and photos and videos are not allowed and never used during class. If this isn’t the best whole being workout of your life, we give you your money back.
Is This For Me?
Do you have tension or stress you would like more skill in managing? Do you like feeling joy and release? Do you want confidence, or more confidence, accessing your flow state? Looking to discover your own unique way of moving? Would you appreciate being in a room full of people supporting you? Are you interested in a cardio that doesn't suck? If so, yes this is probably for you.
No experience is required. Almost any level of physical fitness could practice this. We have had teenagers with physical disabilities up to an 85 year old modern dance instructor who practiced in a chair. We do recommend only coming if you will be able to practice being highly focused, which generally excludes bringing young children who need your attention. If you have injuries and special considerations be sure to make sure your Dr. approves of your attendance.
Is This a Judgement Free Zone?
You will never be asked to suspend your critical thinking. This is a good judgement support zone. It is my position that what we do can be accepted, appreciated and withstand the important scrutiny of our discerning mind. It is also my position anyone claiming a space to be ‘judgment free’ is lying.
Is This Like Ecstatic Dance ?
DMT is a concentrated meditation. ED and other dances like it are social and not concentrated meditation efforts. Though there can be socializing before or after class, you come to DMT to take an inward journey. ED and other experiences like it are places to go to dance with other people in a social way. DMT is truly a technique that produces, reliably, specific results. The only thing DMT has in common with ED or others like it is that there is music and movement. Don't take my word for it, though, come to class and then go to other modalities and find out for yourself.
What Do I Need To Bring?
The people in your life who mean the most to you.
Dress in comfy layers. Hydrate. You may want to bring a fresh shirt or a change of clothes. At our Sunday venue we have two very nice showers, so if you want to leave showered, by all means bring the gear to accomplish that. We have free and for sale ear plugs for anyone wanting to dial down the volume. We also provide tape for your toes/feet if you wish for additional blister protection. You can bring a yoga mat and blanket, or not.