Dance Temple Cowichan invites you to join us in community as we gather in celebration of movement and music. Come ignite your passion for dance and create serious energy on the dance floor!   We are delighted to begin offering these classes on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month with a rotating group of DJ's.
Doors open:: 7pm
Warm Up:: 7-730pm
Opening & Intro:: 730pm
Dance:: 730-9pm
Please arrive by 7:30 for opening & intro.

Andrew Allsgood will be supplying the musical vibrations for this Dance Temple Cowichan. 
Andrew is a DJ of 26 years and music obsessive since childhood, Andrew is of the belief that every moment in life deserves a soundtrack and setting the mood is his forté as a DJ. Andrew has brought his musical selections to diverse cultural events across Canada and Europe. From sweaty parties in nightclubs to outdoor festivals to art gallery openings to conscience dance and yoga events and beyond. Andrew’s music programming can take centre stage or be the understated, cohesive presence in the room. With his intent to build community on the foundation of movement through connection and music, Andrew is inspired by conscious dance and is honoured to be part of the Dance Temple crew, bringing his musical selections to this new, bi-weekly dance gathering.
LISTEN - https://soundcloud.com/andrew-allsgood
FB - https://www.facebook.com/allsgood/

Regular Dance Temple Guidelines:
**SHIRTS ON PLEASE**
Please keep your shirt on, regardless of your gender
** IF YOU INTEND TO SWEAT **
Please care for yourself and others by:
1) Taking a shower before you arrive
2) Bringing a towel to wipe up any wake you leave behind
**SCENT-FREE SPACE**
Please refrain from wearing anything scented in the space (including essential oils)
** CELL PHONE USE **
We request a 'no cell phone use' policy in the dance space.
If you need to use your device, there is lots of space in the hallways or outdoors to use your phone.
** DANCING & CONSENT **
Enjoy your own personal dance or spark up creative movement with others, if there is mutual agreement and 6 feet distancing. If you wish to dance with another, look for eye contact or the body language of an invitation (if that isn't there then it's a "no"). Remember that a person's willingness to dance can change from moment to moment or week to week. At any time you, or the person you are dancing with, may choose to end the encounter by moving away, or bowing with hands in prayer.
** TALKING **
The dance floor is a no-talking zone. This is again done to remove any distractions and to allow for dropping in more fully. If you need to have a conversation, however brief, please step out into the hallway or go outside.
If you witness a conversation happening, you are welcome to gently remind people of this request (with a gesture).
** KIDS **
Parents are asked to kindly monitor their kids and keep them close (at arm's reach). Please support us with requesting your children be mindful of their voices during opening and closing.
**FOOTWEAR**
Please go barefoot or wear only indoor shoes or sneakers in the dance space.
HERE'S MORE OF WHAT DANCE TEMPLE OFFERS:
• Practice freedom of expression through movement, while respecting and being aware of those around you
• Tune into an eclectic selection of musical flavors from a revolving lineup of experienced facilitators
• Inspire and explore new ways to move your body
• Explore the altar space for contemplation, reflection and intention setting
• Learn to enter into a state of trance without the use of substances (no drugs or alcohol please)
• Non denominational opening and closing (can be in the form of a prayer, meditation or circle)
• Minimal facilitation. You are free to move as you wish
*We celebrate the gender diversity of our dance tribe! We encourage people to show up in whatever gender identity they are embodying.

(Thank you to Dance Temple Victoria and Saltspring for sharing these guidelines with us:)
Please arrive early or on time so that we may all journey together.
Bring a water bottle & small towel if you intend to sweat.
Breathe.
Take care of yourself, others and the space.
Wear comfortable clothing for movement.
We acknowledge with deep respect that we gather on the ancestral territory of the Coast Salish Peoples. We are deeply grateful to live, work, dance and play on this land.

www.dancetemplecowichan.ca

dancetemplecowichan@gmail.com