TranceDance: Entering Our Body/Mind Consciousness                                                                            written by Wilbert Alix

From the beginnings of recorded history we find evidence of dance. It seems that our original relationship to dancing was for the purpose of worship and healing. In this ancient time our ancestors viewed nature and all of its elements as an expression of God. To duplicate or `mimic' nature through movement and sounds was their first and highest way to connect with spirit, and was the origin of dance.
 
 
Trance Dance's primary focus is on healing and our relationship with spirit. By dancing within the seclusion of darkness we discover parallel realities where solutions to seemingly unsolvable problems are possible. Through Trance Dance we `disappear', become more like our spirit, and simultaneously less attached to our difficulties, making it possible at these moments to let these problems go.
 
Trance Dance is a unique blend of healing sounds, dynamic percussive rhythms, transformational breathing techniques and the innovative use of a blindfold or bandana - together stimulating an 'trance' state that promotes spiritual awakenings, mental clarity, physical stamina and emotional well-being. Driven by unique musical soundtracks recorded specifically for this method of healing, Trance Dance takes participants on an 'inner journey' not limited to our normal perceptions of space/time. Ritual trance journeys have been a vital part of shamanic and eastern dance cultures for thousands of years. Our contemporary approach to Trance Dance brings together the richness of these ancient rituals with some startlingly effective modern techniques. One of these is the use of a blindfold or bandana which covers the eyes, thereby shutting down the major source of distractions to the brain and stimulating an 'inner vision' that reveals hidden meanings and answers to many of life's most compelling questions.

 
Trance Dance can be facilitated for groups or in private individual sessions.  Trance Dances are great outdoors experiences as it deepens our connection to Nature. Facilitated private trance dance cost is $90  Group sessions are also available and rate varies depending upon the group size. For more information contact Aria at 612-408-0412 or aria@ariajoy.com