Upcoming dance events
MC DJING FOR THE YUMMY Solstice Summer Loving TEMPLE with SHANTI & HUGS
I’m utterly excited and thrilled with anticipation, honour and responsibility but most of all happiness to be DJing for you all for this SUMMER LOVING temple!
Having participated at Shanti’s Temple Nights UK events over the last couple of years, I’ve been yearning to bring my juicy tunes and sexy moves to you for these deep dive explorations of sensuality, togetherness, sexuality and love! This is going to be a celebration of life which we all know welcomes and encompasses ALL aspects of being alive and human. All is welcome. Come and celebrate it all!
‘This Temple is open to those with a certain level of experience of sacred sexuality and sex positive spaces within the temple nights community. In all this mid-summer madness let's make time for a pleasure pause. Come and nourish your souls through embodied connection, revitalising your juicy earth body and breathing light into your summer spirit. As the flowers bloom and begin to fruit, invite yourself to ripen and relax in a sexy way.’ - Shanti
SUMMER CELEBRATION Dance Kirtan Cacao with sion jones
We're back with another Dance, Kirtan and Cacao event! This time to celebrate the summer.
Join us on Sunday, June 15th for a SUMMER CELEBRATION with KIRTAN, DANCE & CACAO!
This event will include Come Dance (led by MC Gala), Kirtan (led by Siôn Jones) and delicious cacao shots served at the door.
From 10:30am - 12:30pm at Lansdown Hall, Stroud, GL5 1BB.
You’re warmly invited to join us for an intentional celebration of the season.
Have fun!
Be yourself!
Sing and dance your socks off!
Connect to yourself, each other and the planet.
More about MC: Grounded in the transformative framework of ZeroOne Movement and 5Rhythms, and enriched by influences from other conscious dance practices she has been practising since 2009, MC crafts a unique and immersive dance experience. Designed to awaken joy, sensuality, and depth, her guided journeys invite you to explore dynamic peaks and soothing valleys, leaving you energised, nurtured, and deeply connected.
More about Siôn: Siôn has been leading Kirtan for over six years, sharing the beauty of sacred mantras and devotional music to help people open their hearts and connect with their innate wisdom. Trained as a yoga teacher and deeply immersed in spiritual practice, Siôn travelled to North India to study with a renowned teacher who encouraged him to bring these ancient chants back to the UK. His Kirtan sessions create a warm, inclusive space where participants can experience the healing power of mantra, music, and community.
Any questions? Please don't hesitate to reach out.
BOOK YOUR SPOT: https://dandelion.events/e/summercelebration
You can find us here:
MC GALA www.mcgala.com - www.facebook.com/mcgala01 - www.instagram.com/mcgala01/
SION JONES www.yogawithsion.co.uk - www.facebook.com/yogawithsion - www.instagram.com/yogawithsion/
In collaboration with Naomi Wilkinson: somatic constellations workshop for women who don't have children
Dear sisters in Stroud (UK), we (MC and Naomi) are offering a space for women who don’t have children to come together for mutual witnessing and honouring of our shared experience. At the Red Hearth gathering in Stroud.
This space is for women or bodies with wombs who may have chosen not to have children, can’t have them, have never thought about it much but would like to, or are considering having them. Maria-Carin and Naomi will lead the session, co-creating a container of safety we can collectively hold for ourselves and each other, so that we can all enjoy:
⁃ Sharing circle
⁃ Embodied exploration of the theme through dance and constellations
⁃ Nature presence and creative expression.
We look forward to sharing this circle with those called to join us.
Suggested donation £10/£15/£20
We look forward to being with you then, amidst the summer leaves, flowers and warmth (hopefully) and diving into this tender exploration with much care and love, MC & Naomi.
MC is DJing at Emerging Hearts Contact Improv dance camp UK 23-30 June
This will be my first time at the Emerging Hearts Contact Improv Dance Camp in the UK, and I’m more than delighted to be bringing my COME DANCE STROUD journeys, explorations, movement experiences to the party. I’ll also be offering morning stretch and awaken sessions. I’m not a well seasoned contact improv pro but after my daring and nourishing expanding time at Arrabida Dance Lab in Portugal earlier this year, I’m really looking forward to diving into this touch and movement based practice and co-created gathering. See you there?
MC is DJing at SIMPLICITY a movement retreat in Czech with Jakub Moulis & Co
My dear dancing friend and colleague Jakub is putting on SIMPLICITY a Summer Movement Retreat in Czech, where you are invited to drop all those exhausting masks and ‘just be’ yourself without expectations, much rest and play included, and so much more. I’ll be DJing for some of the sessions and look forward to being close to my homeland Slovakia and in the middle of the summer in good company with others that want to dance together.
Want to come? Get your tickets here.
Check out the Facebook event here.
Check out Jakub here.
‘In these times, we often make things too complicated for ourselves. Our system is overwhelmed by advertisements, social media, the many roles we willingly take and play, and the lack of rest, sleep and self-care.
Join us for a journey into a space where you can throw all this away, slow down and nourish yourself. In simplicity - with no masks, no pressure, no expectations. Just you, nature, healthy delicious food and a good company, music and your body knowing exactly what it needs.
With the help of movement and dance practice and nurturing the body, we will immerse ourselves in the present moment and the freedom that doesn't follow current trends.’ -Jakub.
Come Dance Stroud (nearly weekly see dates)
COME DANCE STROUD! Please see dates as they are not regular.
Dance freestyle unapologetically you! Express, feel, breathe, let go — together.
NEXT UP!
Sunday mornings 10:30am-12pm
May 4th, 11th & 18th
June 8th
June 15th is a special event including cacao and kirtan see other event in list or click here. This event goes till 12:30pm.
June 22nd
July 6th
no need to book just rock up as you are
the usual tenner at the door
TRINITY ROOMS COMMUNITY HUB
FIELD ROAD, STROUD
GL5 2HZ
To sign up to our mailing list email: comedancestroud(@)gmail.com
MC (Maria-Carin)
SPRING AWAKENING RETREAT
Awaken to Spring: A Day of Movement, Kirtan & Deep Rest
If you’re looking to Spring Awaken yourself; dance, sing, eat well, rest, relax and connect then come along to our first ever 1-Day Retreat in Stroud collaborating with Sion Jones!
Imagine dance, Kirtan, yoga nidra, sharing circle, plant-based lunch and healthy but delicious sweet treats and fresh juice not in this exact order but all included!
Sunday 27 April 10-3pm at Healthnuts in Stroud, UK.
Enjoy a whole day, all for yourself. A warm welcome to everyone 💛
TO BOOK CLICK HERE
Come Dance Stroud
COME DANCE STROUD!
!!! NEW DAYS AND TIMES !!!
Dance freestyle unapologetically you!
Express, feel, breathe, let go — together.
NEXT UP!
Sunday mornings 10:30am-12pm
April 20th
May 4th, 11th & 18th
June 8th & 22th
July 6th
no need to book just rock up as you are
the usual tenner at the door
TRINITY ROOMS COMMUNITY HUB
FIELD ROAD, STROUD
GL5 2HZ
To sign up to our mailing list email: comedancestroud(@)gmail.com
MC (Maria-Carin)
DANCE AND KIRTAN
Join us on Sunday 13th April to celebrate the Pink Full Moon with Kirtan and Dance!
Come Dance (led by MC Gala) Kirtan (led by Siôn Jones) - We had a real blast last time and we can't wait to bring this event back to the Trinity Rooms
This event will take place from 10:30 am - 12:30pm at the Trinity Rooms Community Hub, Stroud, GL5 2HZ, UK.
Connect to yourself, each other and the full moon energy.
Have fun! Be yourself! Sing and dance your socks off!
The pink full moon marks a time of awakening and new beginnings. It is also a time in which we are reminded to cultivate kindness, emotional healing, and connection with others. Let's come together to dance, sing and be together in community.
More about MC: Grounded in the transformative framework of ZeroOne Movement and 5Rhythms, and enriched by influences from other conscious dance practices, MC crafts a unique and immersive dance experience. Designed to awaken joy, sensuality, and depth, her guided journeys invite you to explore dynamic peaks and soothing valleys, leaving you energised, nurtured, and deeply connected.
More about Siôn: Siôn has been leading Kirtan for over six years, sharing the beauty of sacred mantras and devotional music to help people open their hearts and connect with their innate wisdom. With 9 years of teaching under his belt, he leads in-person and online courses, as well as yoga retreats around the UK and Europe. His work has been featured on S4C, BBC Radio Cymru, and BBC News, highlighting his expertise and passion for kirtan, wellbeing, and the path of yoga.
TO BOOK: https://dandelion.events/e/dancekirtan
www.mcgala.com - www.facebook.com/mcgala01 - www.instagram.com/mcgala01/
www.yogawithsion.co.uk - www.facebook.com/yogawithsion - www.instagram.com/yogawithsion/
COME DANCE STROUD
!!! NEW DAYS AND TIMES !!!
Dance freestyle unapologetically you!
Express, feel, breathe, let go — together.
NEXT UP!
Thursday evenings 7:30-9pm
March 27th
April 10th
~
Sunday mornings 10:30am-12pm
April 13th & 20th
May 4th, 11th & 18th
no need to book just rock up as you are
the usual tenner at the door
COME DANCE STROUD!
❤️👣❤️
TRINITY ROOMS COMMUNITY HUB
FIELD ROAD, STROUD
GL5 1HZ
To sign up to our mailing list email: comedancestroud(@)gmail.com
MC (Maria-Carin)
facebook.com/comedancestroud
mcgala.com
FREE 10-MINUTE ONLINE GOOD MORNING BODY
YOU’RE WARMLY INVITE YOU TO JOIN ME FOR THE NEW FREE 10-MINUTE ONLINE ‘GOOD MORNING BODY’ ZOOM CALL!
EVERY WEDNESDAY 8AM (UK / GMT)
CHECK WORLD TIME BUDDY TO FIND YOUR time zone
TUNE IN FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME.
I WILL GUIDE US TO MOVE, BREATHE, STRETCH, AND MORE.
TO JOIN SIGN UP TO MY NEWSLETTER AT THE BOTTOM OF EVERY PAGE 👇🏼 I will then emamil you a zoom link every week.
IT’S NOT A PLACE TO CHAT BUT RATHER; TO MEET FOR A COMMUNITY EMBODIMENT PRACTICE TO START THE DAY, INFUSE THE MIDDLE OF THE WEEK OR YOUR WHOLE LIFE!
SEE YOU THERE!
MC
COME DANCE STROUD
!!! NEW DAYS AND TIMES !!!
Happy New Year everyone, and we’re back on!
Welcome to fortnightly Thursday’s and sporadic Sundays
😏🥳😎
Yes, that’s right, we can only get one-off Sunday mornings and nearly every fortnightly Thursday evening—that’s pretty cool though; more to choose from and satisfy all of you that can’t make one of the days and times. Now we can all dance.
Dance freestyle unapologetically you! Express, feel, breathe, let go — together.
NEXT UP:
January 12th
10:30-12pm
at the Trinity Rooms Community Hub
The following dates are:
Sunday mornings 10:30am-12pm
January 12th
February 16th
March, none, all booked up
April 13th & 20th
~
Thursday evenings 7:30-9pm
January 16th & 30th
February 13th
March 27th
April 10th
the usual tenner at the door
COME DANCE STROUD!
❤️👣❤️
TRINITY ROOMS COMMUNITY HUB
FIELD ROAD, STROUD
GL5 1HZ
If you want to know who is playing / DJing, please subscribe to our mailing list by sending us an email comedancestroud(@)gmail.com
Maria-Carin
facebook.com/comedancestroud
comedancestroud@gmail.com
mcgala.com
LE FESTIVAL, Ardeche, France, DANCE festival (I will be teaching yoga and Djing)
The Festival
A week-long dance festival with various movement classes daily, communal food, camping if desired and lake swims!
I will be teaching the morning sessions which are a yoga fusion and called BODY AWAKENING
From the 12 of August afternoon to the 17 of August morning 2024
dance studios for in-depth work
an outdoor dance space
teachers from around Europe
live music
organic and local food made on site
facilities that are unique and open to as many people as possible from single rooms to camping places
This festival welcomes you to dance of course, and also to enjoy exceptional nature in the heart of the wild Ardèche, with forest, a lake for swimming, and all amenities to make these days as nourishing and enjoyable as possible.
The program: Body awakening before breakfast, dancing in the morning in the studio or outdoors depending on the weather, a wave at the end of the day and surprises throughout the week.
FACILITATORS
Adam Barley is the creator of the ZeroOne movement practice. He has been facilitating movement since 1993.
Marc Silvestre is an accredited 5 Rhythms Dance teacher Wave and Heartbeat level and a certified coach. It offers courses and internships in France and Europe.
Irene H. Sanchez, originally from Spain, offers 5 Rhythms Dance classes and workshops in Europe. Also a therapist and co-director of the Redes Center, she has a joyful and profound approach to this practice.
Maria-Carin Gala a movement teacher and DJ offering Body Awakening sessions. She is also Chef and Director of Galas Organic Kitchen.
Nessim Bismuth is an exceptional musician who has accompanied and created music for many dance companies and plays. He has accompanied Marc in his internships for several years.
FIERCE LOVING — Ljubljana, weekend dance workshop with Adam Barley (I will be joining)
Fierce Loving
The art of creative conflict
Loving is fierce! At least sometimes. To truly love, we have to be up for being passionate, disturbing the peace and giving our wild-hearted nature some breathing space.
We need harmonious connection with others, but we also have the need for authenticity, and because we are all different, we have to deal with conflict.
It takes a certain fierceness of the heart to stand your ground, disagree with others, defend innocence, and make a difference in the world. To be fiercely loving is to wield the emotional energy often called ‘anger’ in a skillful way in service to life and love. To do that requires us to clear the baggage of the past so we’re not carrying around childhood rage, just waiting to fire it at anyone who touches our trigger points.
This is steady, long-term work. It takes practice, compassion, patience, courage and persistence. Fierce Loving is a movement-based ZeroOne journey that empowers the process.
You will learn how to:
embody, express and release emotional energytake wholehearted responsibility for your angerlet go of baggage from the pastaccess the three essential gifts of fierce lovingengage in conflict as a creative, life-affirming practice that benefits everybody
To attend, you must be willing to dance deep, see the truth, and go beyond what you know. You’ll need some previous experience with movement as a practice. We also recommend you have some resources in your life to integrate deep feelings, such as a regular movement practice or embodied therapeutic work. Please ask if you’re unsure.
“It was definitely fierce and most certainly loving . . . potent fire . . . love it!”
“totally changed my dance”
“I have more clarity and energy”
“It was fun, it was sexy, safe and exciting”
Come Dance Stroud (UK) Sunday morning dance (I’M DJ)
COME DANCE IN STROUD! SUNDAY MORNINGS with myself playing music for your dance journey
Come as you are. Partner or not. Dance freestyle. Unapologetically You. Together.
10:30 am — 12:00 pm
£10 (cash at the door)
LOCATION:
TRINITY ROOMS
FIELD ROAD
STROUD
GL5 2HZ
To subscribe to our mailing list email us.
See you on the dancefloor!
MC
Photo by Luna Buerger
Come Dance Stroud (UK) Sunday morning dance (I’M DJ)
COME DANCE IN STROUD! SUNDAY MORNINGS with myself playing music for your dance journey
Come as you are. Partner or not. Dance freestyle. Unapologetically You. Together.
10:30 am — 12:00 pm
£10 (cash at the door)
LOCATION:
TRINITY ROOMS
FIELD ROAD
STROUD
GL5 2HZ
To subscribe to our mailing list email us.
See you on the dancefloor!
MC
Photo by Luna Buerger
Come Dance Stroud (UK) Sunday morning dance (I’M DJ)
COME DANCE IN STROUD! SUNDAY MORNINGS with myself playing music for your dance journey
Come as you are. Partner or not. Dance freestyle. Unapologetically You. Together.
10:30 am — 12:00 pm
£10 (cash at the door)
LOCATION:
TRINITY ROOMS
FIELD ROAD
STROUD
GL5 2HZ
To subscribe to our mailing list email us.
See you on the dancefloor!
MC
Photo by Luna Buerger
Come Dance Stroud (UK) Sunday morning dance (I’M DJ)
COME DANCE IN STROUD! SUNDAY MORNINGS with myself playing music for your dance journey
Come as you are. Partner or not. Dance freestyle. Unapologetically You. Together.
10:30 am — 12:00 pm
£10 (cash at the door)
LOCATION:
TRINITY ROOMS
FIELD ROAD
STROUD
GL5 2HZ
To subscribe to our mailing list email us
See you on the dancefloor!
MC
Photo by Luna Buerger
TRUTH — Prague weekend dance workshop with Adam Barley (I will be joining)
Truth
Not abstract truth such as ‘Love is All’, nor the truth of stories about what we have lived through, but specific, personal, in-the-present truth such as ‘My heart is breaking’, or ‘I love you’, or ‘I am shy with you right now’.
This the kind of honesty we find when we dance. We get to see what’s really going on, within ourselves and each other, when we bear witness to the unfolding moment of the moving body.
The body doesn’t lie. It cannot. The body is always bringing forth the precise truth, now, and we can see it, learn from it and grow through it, becoming more truly ourselves, with each other, now.
With practice, we can learn to speak from this place too. To name what’s really going on in just a few simple words, and even when it’s difficult say or difficult to hear, the truth always makes us feel lighter. It’s always a relief.
This will be our pathway for the weekend. To dance, to speak, to listen and to see the truth within each other. And that is a blessing.
So be it.
“Thank you for the work you are doing. What I have learnt from you helped me through some very difficult times.” Alexandra, Therapist.
Adam Barley
Adam is the founder of ZeroOne - a world-renowned creative movement practice. He began studying healing and meditation in the early 80's, was a student of Gabrielle Roth and became a 5Rhythms teacher. His ZeroOne method is a movement meditation used to achieve individual evolution as a human dancer.
Take a dancing journey with Adam Barley in search of the truth!
When we witness the movements of the body, we can see exactly what is really going on within ourselves and others.
Interpretation of the seminar from English into Czech language provided.
Come Dance Stroud Sunday morning dance (UK)
COME DANCE IN STROUD! SUNDAY MORNINGS with myself playing music for your dance journey
Come as you are. Partner or not. Dance freestyle. Unapologetically You. Together.
10:30 am — 12:00 pm
£10 (cash at the door)
LOCATION:
TRINITY ROOMS
FIELD ROAD
STROUD
GL5 2HZ
If you want to know who is DJing please subscribe to our mailing list by sending us an email
See you on the dancefloor!
MC
Photo by Luna Buerger
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