Upcoming Guelph Groove Saturday May 4th
Guelph Groove
Hello Dancers!
The next Guelph Groove is less than a week away! We shall dance together again this Saturday May 4th, 2024 at 42 Quebec Street on the 3rd floor. Doors at 7:15pm, dance at 7:30pm. Our DJ this month is longtime Groove friend, and dedicated space holder of Grooves past- Amelia! :)
Some clarification about entry to the event, as there was some confusion last month. Although doors remain open until 7:45pm to allow for late comers, there is a capacity limit in the space. Once the space is at capacity, no more participants will be permitted entry. We have a limit on people in the space to prevent overcrowding, support airflow, and to ensure enough space for all to move safely/ freely. Thank you for understanding!
VERY IMPORTANT ***Please do not come out dancing if you have cold or flu symptoms, or are in any way feeling unwell***
In an effort to make the environment as safe and sanitary as possible, masks and hand sanitizer are provided at the door. Wearing a mask is not mandatory, but encouraged if this is comfortable for you. We also do our best to attend to air flow throughout the space during the dance, and are limiting the amount of dancers in the space to ensure it is not overcrowded.
Here are some reminders about what to expect at the Groove:
- Doors open at 7:15pm and dance begins at 7:30pm. Doors will close at 7:45pm sharp. As there is a limit to dancers in the space, come early to ensure entry. In the time before the opening circle, you can stretch, dance, meditate or chat with fellow dancers. Prepare yourself for the dance journey in whatever way is needed!
- No shoes or partners necessary, open to all bodies and abilities
- Inspired by the 5Rhythms. will flow from fast to slow to support our dance journey
- Will dance without talking from approx 7:30 to 9pm, with brief opening and closing circles
- Street parking is available in the downtown area, but fills up quickly on a Saturday, so give yourself enough time to find a parking spot nearby
- Dress in comfortable clothes that you can move in, and bring a water bottle (sinks in the washroom are small, making it difficult to refill bottles)
- We have a locked coat room for coats, bags and footwear
- The space is accessible, but arrangements must be made in advance to meet at the elevator - please email theguel...@gmail.com for this
- Is a scent free space so please no perfumes/ colognes/ strong deodorants
- Cost is $15 or PWYC. Cash at the door, or by e-transfer to theguel...@gmail.com
The Guelph Groove strives to offer a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore spontaneous, free-form, mindful movement with playful curiosity. It’s a great opportunity to explore self-awareness and self-expression through the healing power of dance. Come and move to the music as you are inspired to... breathe, bend, bounce, shake, wiggle and flow!
See below for other ecstatic/ embodied movement offerings coming up in the area:
Guelph Conscious Dance event: Saturday, May 18th, 7:30pm, 42 Quebec St.
Guelph Conscious Dance | Facebook
Fluent Body with Theresa: Sunday May 5th, 11:15am at 42 Quebec Street
For more info/ registration: theresa...@gmail.com
Pollinate (at Church of the Good Shepherd, Kitchener):Dancing With Your Inner Child: June 1st (7:15-10:30). For more info: polli...@gmail.com
(20+) POLLINATE KW Improv Dance, Music, Community | Facebook
Ecstatic Dance Kitchener Waterloo: Saturday May 11th, 2024
https://www.facebook.com/events/950843323383610
Freestyle Dance Alchemy for Women: May 24th, 2024
https://humanistcoaching.podia.com/humanist-coaching-dance
Future Guelph Groove events: Every 1st Saturday of the month until June
See you on the dance floor soon! <3
Warmly,
Kat (Volunteer at The Guelph Groove)