Join us for a special Dance Lab gathering in the Hudson Valley at The Kiva in Stone Ridge, NY, as we move, release, and celebrate the energy of new beginnings.

This evening will feature a warmup class + Ecstatic Dance with DJ Omar Aena, blending ancient and modern sounds to guide you into deep embodiment and ecstatic expression.

All are welcome! This is a safe and inclusive space where you are free to dance, explore, and connect with yourself and others—no prior experience needed, just come as you are.

Schedule:

🕕 7PM – Doors Open
🌱 7:15-8PM – Opening Circle + Warmup Class with Marely
💃 8-9:30 PM – Ecstatic Dance with DJ Omar Aena
🌀 9:30-10:00 PM – Sound Bath & Closing

Location:

The Kiva
Stone Ridge, NY

Tickets:

🎟️ $25 – Early Bird
🎟️ $30 – Regular Tier
🎟️ $35 – At The Door

Guidelines:

✨ BE FREE. Dance how you want—no judgment!
📵 BE PRESENT. No phones & no cameras.
🌱 BE CLEAR. No substances—music & dance are our medicine!
💃 BE EMBODIED. No talking on the dance floor!
🤝 BE CONSENSUAL. If it’s not a clear yes, it’s a no!

About the Artists:

🎧 DJ Omar Aena curates movement experiences that bridge electronic and traditional sounds, guiding dancers through deep rhythmic journeys infused with global influences.

Marely will introduce and guide playful and meditative body activation warm up and contact improv partner practice journey inspired by the 5 elements.

What is Ecstatic Dance?

Ecstatic dance has deep roots in ancient and indigenous traditions, where dance was used as a form of spiritual practice, healing, and communal connection.

This is a substance-free, judgement-free, intuitive dance environment for people to move freely, express themselves, and experience dance as a form of meditation, connection, and celebration. DJ Omar Aena will take us on an immersive journey with his soulful beats from mystical music traditions from across the globe. You’ll have the chance to connect deeply into your body, explore the boundaries of your movement, and connect into your creative spirit. There will be space to connect with community, get an oracle card reading, sample some tasty elixirs, and experience massage. You will leave feeling rejuvenated and inspired. Come as you are – let go and be FREE!!

Let’s come together to awaken our bodies, spirits, and hearts in the beauty of spring. 🌿🌞

See you on the dance floor! 💃✨

Dance Lab Hudson Valley ~ Spring Awakening ~ April 11th @ The Kiva

Dance Lab Hudson Valley ~ Spring Awakening ~ April 11th @ The Kiva