
AMC Friday Ecstatic Dance w/ DJ Kristikka
A guided ecstatic dance wave builds from warmup and opening circle into a rhythm-driven inward journey with world beats, moving from quiet embodiment to cathartic chaos and back to stillness and integration.
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An evening ecstatic dance wave with a guided warmup and opening circle, then a flowing DJ journey built for full-body release and connection. Guest DJ Magdalyn and facilitator Kris Hostikka hold a movement-centered, conscious gathering vibe.

An evening ecstatic dance wave with a guided warmup and opening circle, then a flowing DJ journey built for full-body release and connection. Guest DJ Magdalyn and facilitator Kris Hostikka hold a movement-centered, conscious gathering vibe.
An evening ecstatic dance wave with a guided warmup and opening circle, then a flowing DJ journey built for full-body release and connection. Guest DJ Magdalyn and facilitator Kris Hostikka hold a movement-centered, conscious gathering vibe.

A guided ecstatic dance wave with a warmup and opening circle, then a DJ journey designed to spark emotional release and embodied expression. Expect a community dancefloor vibe with immersive, remembrance themed sound pathways.

A guided ecstatic dance wave with a warmup and opening circle, then a DJ journey designed to spark emotional release and embodied expression. Expect a community dancefloor vibe with immersive, remembrance themed sound pathways.
A guided ecstatic dance wave with a warmup and opening circle, then a DJ journey designed to spark emotional release and embodied expression. Expect a community dancefloor vibe with immersive, remembrance themed sound pathways.

A two-hour ecstatic dance wave with a warmup and opening circle, guided by guest DJ Karen Funshine and facilitator Kris Hostikka. Expect rave and EDM flavored rhythms in a sober, judgment-free space to get wild, free, and fully embodied.

A two-hour ecstatic dance wave with a warmup and opening circle, guided by guest DJ Karen Funshine and facilitator Kris Hostikka. Expect rave and EDM flavored rhythms in a sober, judgment-free space to get wild, free, and fully embodied.
A two-hour ecstatic dance wave with a warmup and opening circle, guided by guest DJ Karen Funshine and facilitator Kris Hostikka. Expect rave and EDM flavored rhythms in a sober, judgment-free space to get wild, free, and fully embodied.

A two-hour ecstatic dance wave led by DJ Marta Martin blends global rhythms and freeform movement with a warmup and opening circle. Expect a welcoming, body-liberating dance floor focused on somatic freedom and community connection.

A two-hour ecstatic dance wave led by DJ Marta Martin blends global rhythms and freeform movement with a warmup and opening circle. Expect a welcoming, body-liberating dance floor focused on somatic freedom and community connection.
A two-hour ecstatic dance wave led by DJ Marta Martin blends global rhythms and freeform movement with a warmup and opening circle. Expect a welcoming, body-liberating dance floor focused on somatic freedom and community connection.

Sunday-morning ecstatic dance waves guided by DJ Mikaya, blending many styles and flavors into a continuous movement journey. Begins with warmups and an opening circle for each wave, creating a conscious dance container for embodiment and reset.

Sunday-morning ecstatic dance waves guided by DJ Mikaya, blending many styles and flavors into a continuous movement journey. Begins with warmups and an opening circle for each wave, creating a conscious dance container for embodiment and reset.
Sunday-morning ecstatic dance waves guided by DJ Mikaya, blending many styles and flavors into a continuous movement journey. Begins with warmups and an opening circle for each wave, creating a conscious dance container for embodiment and reset.

Sunrise-leaning ecstatic dance waves with warmups and an intention-setting opening circle centered on radiance ahead of the Summer Solstice. DJ Kristikka drives a freeform, barefoot-style movement space for tenderness, healing, and renewal.

Sunrise-leaning ecstatic dance waves with warmups and an intention-setting opening circle centered on radiance ahead of the Summer Solstice. DJ Kristikka drives a freeform, barefoot-style movement space for tenderness, healing, and renewal.
Sunrise-leaning ecstatic dance waves with warmups and an intention-setting opening circle centered on radiance ahead of the Summer Solstice. DJ Kristikka drives a freeform, barefoot-style movement space for tenderness, healing, and renewal.

Bass-heavy ecstatic dance waves led by DJ Robert Kochka, blending high-energy builds with feeling-forward grooves and fresh vibrations. Two morning sets include guided warmups and an opening circle for intention-setting and embodied connection.

Bass-heavy ecstatic dance waves led by DJ Robert Kochka, blending high-energy builds with feeling-forward grooves and fresh vibrations. Two morning sets include guided warmups and an opening circle for intention-setting and embodied connection.
Bass-heavy ecstatic dance waves led by DJ Robert Kochka, blending high-energy builds with feeling-forward grooves and fresh vibrations. Two morning sets include guided warmups and an opening circle for intention-setting and embodied connection.

Free-form embodied dance flows into a grounding gong bath, blending somatic movement and breath-led release with deep vibration. A studio-based practice space for nervous-system reset, mindfulness, and expressive movement.

Free-form embodied dance flows into a grounding gong bath, blending somatic movement and breath-led release with deep vibration. A studio-based practice space for nervous-system reset, mindfulness, and expressive movement.
Free-form embodied dance flows into a grounding gong bath, blending somatic movement and breath-led release with deep vibration. A studio-based practice space for nervous-system reset, mindfulness, and expressive movement.

Pulsing hand-drum rhythms ripple through Pritchard Park as a participatory drum circle builds from simple beats into a communal groove. Expect an open, come-and-go outdoor gathering where dancers, drummers, and spectators mingle.

Pulsing hand-drum rhythms ripple through Pritchard Park as a participatory drum circle builds from simple beats into a communal groove. Expect an open, come-and-go outdoor gathering where dancers, drummers, and spectators mingle.
Pulsing hand-drum rhythms ripple through Pritchard Park as a participatory drum circle builds from simple beats into a communal groove. Expect an open, come-and-go outdoor gathering where dancers, drummers, and spectators mingle.

High-energy solstice dance in Pack Square Park with a live David Starfire set blasted through a 24-speaker sound system. Sober, smoke-free 18+ outdoor community gathering with presale-only tickets and a 500-person cap, rain or shine.

High-energy solstice dance in Pack Square Park with a live David Starfire set blasted through a 24-speaker sound system. Sober, smoke-free 18+ outdoor community gathering with presale-only tickets and a 500-person cap, rain or shine.
High-energy solstice dance in Pack Square Park with a live David Starfire set blasted through a 24-speaker sound system. Sober, smoke-free 18+ outdoor community gathering with presale-only tickets and a 500-person cap, rain or shine.

A participatory community drum circle with layered hand percussion rhythms and spontaneous grooves in downtown Asheville. Gather outdoors in Pritchard Park for an open, come as you are weekly Friday evening jam.

A participatory community drum circle with layered hand percussion rhythms and spontaneous grooves in downtown Asheville. Gather outdoors in Pritchard Park for an open, come as you are weekly Friday evening jam.
A participatory community drum circle with layered hand percussion rhythms and spontaneous grooves in downtown Asheville. Gather outdoors in Pritchard Park for an open, come as you are weekly Friday evening jam.

Ceremonial cacao sets a heart-opening tone for live mantra music, chanting, and meditative sound immersion in a cozy yoga studio. Expect a devotional, slow-building journey designed for relaxation, intention setting, and deep connection.

Ceremonial cacao sets a heart-opening tone for live mantra music, chanting, and meditative sound immersion in a cozy yoga studio. Expect a devotional, slow-building journey designed for relaxation, intention setting, and deep connection.
Ceremonial cacao sets a heart-opening tone for live mantra music, chanting, and meditative sound immersion in a cozy yoga studio. Expect a devotional, slow-building journey designed for relaxation, intention setting, and deep connection.
Appalachian ecstatic dance alchemy with D.Jedi blends pulsing beats, ceremonial intention, and restorative sound healing. A shared potluck leads into the “Tree Temple” gathering at Asheville’s eldest 365 year old tree for grounded community connection.
Appalachian ecstatic dance alchemy with D.Jedi blends pulsing beats, ceremonial intention, and restorative sound healing. A shared potluck leads into the “Tree Temple” gathering at Asheville’s eldest 365 year old tree for grounded community connection.
Appalachian ecstatic dance alchemy with D.Jedi blends pulsing beats, ceremonial intention, and restorative sound healing. A shared potluck leads into the “Tree Temple” gathering at Asheville’s eldest 365 year old tree for grounded community connection.

Second Friday swing night with a built-in lesson followed by social dancing in a community hall setting. Doors at 6:45 pm; $10 cash or Venmo at the door, ages 12+.

Second Friday swing night with a built-in lesson followed by social dancing in a community hall setting. Doors at 6:45 pm; $10 cash or Venmo at the door, ages 12+.
Second Friday swing night with a built-in lesson followed by social dancing in a community hall setting. Doors at 6:45 pm; $10 cash or Venmo at the door, ages 12+.

Lively contra dance night rooted in folk and social dance traditions, with community sets moving to driving fiddle tune energy. A welcoming gym-floor dance gathering in Swannanoa designed for shared joy and connection.

Lively contra dance night rooted in folk and social dance traditions, with community sets moving to driving fiddle tune energy. A welcoming gym-floor dance gathering in Swannanoa designed for shared joy and connection.
Lively contra dance night rooted in folk and social dance traditions, with community sets moving to driving fiddle tune energy. A welcoming gym-floor dance gathering in Swannanoa designed for shared joy and connection.

Resonant sound bath meditation unfolds inside a dimly glowing Himalayan salt cave, where mineral-rich air and soothing vibrations support nervous system downshifting. Expect a quiet, restorative evening geared toward deep relaxation and stress relief.

Resonant sound bath meditation unfolds inside a dimly glowing Himalayan salt cave, where mineral-rich air and soothing vibrations support nervous system downshifting. Expect a quiet, restorative evening geared toward deep relaxation and stress relief.
Resonant sound bath meditation unfolds inside a dimly glowing Himalayan salt cave, where mineral-rich air and soothing vibrations support nervous system downshifting. Expect a quiet, restorative evening geared toward deep relaxation and stress relief.

Guided shamatha meditation with quiet seated practice punctuated by mindful walking breaks. Beginner friendly and free, held in a calm Urban Dharma sangha setting for all levels in West Asheville.

Guided shamatha meditation with quiet seated practice punctuated by mindful walking breaks. Beginner friendly and free, held in a calm Urban Dharma sangha setting for all levels in West Asheville.
Guided shamatha meditation with quiet seated practice punctuated by mindful walking breaks. Beginner friendly and free, held in a calm Urban Dharma sangha setting for all levels in West Asheville.

Social waltz night welcoming dancers and musicians of all experience levels, with informal instruction for newcomers. A warm, community-centered dance floor at the Jewish Community Center.

Social waltz night welcoming dancers and musicians of all experience levels, with informal instruction for newcomers. A warm, community-centered dance floor at the Jewish Community Center.
Social waltz night welcoming dancers and musicians of all experience levels, with informal instruction for newcomers. A warm, community-centered dance floor at the Jewish Community Center.

A relaxed late-night social hour of blues partner dancing with a welcoming community vibe in East Asheville. Ideal for dancers who want an easygoing, after-hours groove and connection on the floor.

A relaxed late-night social hour of blues partner dancing with a welcoming community vibe in East Asheville. Ideal for dancers who want an easygoing, after-hours groove and connection on the floor.
A relaxed late-night social hour of blues partner dancing with a welcoming community vibe in East Asheville. Ideal for dancers who want an easygoing, after-hours groove and connection on the floor.

A deeply restful yoga nidra session paired with gentle reiki energy work inside a glowing salt cave. Expect quiet, cocoon-like ambiance designed for nervous-system downshifting, stress relief, and post-workweek recovery.

A deeply restful yoga nidra session paired with gentle reiki energy work inside a glowing salt cave. Expect quiet, cocoon-like ambiance designed for nervous-system downshifting, stress relief, and post-workweek recovery.
A deeply restful yoga nidra session paired with gentle reiki energy work inside a glowing salt cave. Expect quiet, cocoon-like ambiance designed for nervous-system downshifting, stress relief, and post-workweek recovery.