Wild Rhythms Ecstatic Dance

What if you gave yourself permission to move without judgement…

No choreography.
No expectations.
No experience required.

Just music, movement and the freedom to DANCE.

WYLD RHYTHMS is inspired by the practices of ecstatic dance and somatic movement—an invitation to move from within.

Ecstatic dance is a form of free movement where there are no steps to learn or routines to follow. You simply allow the music to guide you, moving in whatever way feels natural.

Somatic movement is the practice of bringing awareness to your body from within. Rather than focusing on how movement looks, it encourages you to notice how movement feels. It allows you to reconnect with your body, tune into its sensations, release tension, and move in a way that supports your nervous system and overall wellbeing.

In our busy lives, we spend so much time in our heads. Through movement, we gently return to the wisdom of our bodies, awakening intuition, releasing stored tension, and reconnecting with ourselves.

 Benefits of ecstatic dance and somatic movement:

 Helps regulate the nervous system
 Releases stress and tension.
 Encourages emotional expression and release
 Supports mindfulness and presence
 Increases body awareness and self-confidence
 Boosts mood through the release of endorphins
 Inspires creativity, joy and a sense of freedom
 Creates connection with yourself, the music and a welcoming community

There is no right or wrong way to move. Every expression is welcome.

WYLD RHYTHMS is open to everyone. This is a welcoming space where you can move at your own pace, without judgement or expectation.

 WHEN – Friday 4th September
 WHERE – Queen street hall
 TIME – 6.30pm – 8.00pm
 Pay What You Can
Suggested contribution: $15–$25

We want this experience to be accessible and inclusive for everyone. Please contribute what you can, knowing that every contribution allows community experiences like this to continue.

 Bookings are essential.
Text Shen – 0420424143

 What to Bring
Comfortable clothing you can move freely in.
A water bottle to stay hydrated.
A yoga mat or blanket if you’d like to relax during the integration at the end.
An open heart

 About Shen

For more than 10 years, Shen has been facilitating workshops, retreats, circles and transformational experiences throughout Australia and internationally.

As a Kinesiologist, Reiki Master, Yoga Teacher, and with a lifelong background in dance and movement, Shen has woven together her experience to create WYLD RHYTHMS—a unique blend of ecstatic dance and somatic movement.

Her intention is to create a safe and welcoming space where people can reconnect with themselves, move freely without judgement, regulate their nervous system, and rediscover the joy and wisdom that already lives within them!!

Come exactly as you are.

No experience needed. Just an open heart and a willingness to move. .