🌱 Twist & Sprout — A Spring Equinox Dance Gathering

There is a moment each year when the earth begins to turn toward light again.

The ground softens.
The frost loosens its grip.
What has been waiting underground begins to stir.

Twist & Sprout is our March invitation to move with that stirring.

This gathering honors the quiet threshold between dormancy and bloom — the place where roots deepen before shoots rise, where the unseen prepares to become visible. Spring does not arrive in a rush; it arrives in a turning. A subtle shift. A reorientation toward warmth.

Through movement, rhythm, and shared presence, we will lean into that turning together.

Ecstatic Dance is a form of freeform movement where participants let go of inhibitions and dance to the rhythm of the music without following any structured steps or routines. It's a way to express oneself authentically through movement in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.

No prior experience needed; come as you are.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

6:30–7:00 PM – Doors Open, Mix & Mingle

7:00–8:00 PM – Somatic Dance Warm-up with Brialle Ringer

8:00–9:45 PM – Ecstatic Dance with Jennayni

9:45-10:15 PM – Closing Sound Bath with Tomer

WHAT TO WEAR/BRING

Comfortable and loose-fitting clothes that let you move your body and free yourself
A water bottle or container to refill at the venue
Good vibes and an open heart and mind

ECSTATIC DANCE NYACK GUIDELINES

First, Dance with Yourself: If you choose to dance with others, do so from a place of giving, not taking. All physical contact with fellow dancers must be consensual. Consent is Freely Given, Reversible, Informed, Enthusiastic, and Specific (FRIES). To separate from a dance partner, you can show hands in prayer to signal your respectful departure.
No Alcohol: Movement is medicine. The spirit of alcohol is not welcome at Ecstatic Dance Nyack. To maintain a space of sensitivity, authentcity, awareness, and clarity, we invite you to experience the depths of your own being without alcohol. Plant medicine is welcome only if used privately, respectfully and responsibly. No smoking within 50 feet of the premises.
No Speaking: Ecstatic Dance empowers participants to explore and express themselves with movement and body language. The cessation of speech unblocks wellsprings of feeling and emotion that are otherwise limited by words. Connect with yourself and others in a new way.
No Phones: Havent you spent enough time looking at it already?
No Photography or Video: What happens here stays here. To allow for fully authentic expression and exploration of our deepest emotions, free from all forms of shame and guilt, participants can be assured that their experience will never be known outside the walls of Ecstatic Dance Nyack.
No Shoes: To stay grounded, protect everyone’s feet, and maintain cleanliness, please do not wear shoes on the dance floor. Socks and special indoor-only dance shoes are permitted.
Be Yourself: This is a judgment-free zone. Allow your body the freedom to move however it needs. All ranges of emotion and expression are welcome here, from joy to sorrow, and everything else. Let movement and music guide you to feel and display every part of yourself. All of you is welcome here.

ABOUT THE ARTISTS:

About Brialle Ringer
Brialle Ringer is an emotional alchemist, somatic healer, and vegan fairy goddess devoted to helping changemakers remember that joy is sacred and ease is our birthright. Rooted in earth wisdom, breathwork, yoga, and intuitive movement, her offerings are part ritual, part rebellion– soft spaces to release the weight of the world and remember the freedom within. With each stretch and sway, she invites you to transmute pain into possibility, and density into divine inspiration. Her practices are portals where the breath is prayer, the body is oracle, and embodiment becomes a sacred homecoming.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brialleringer

Jennayni - Devotional DJ | Musician | Servant of Sound

Jennayni is a spiritual artist, DJ, and sacred space-holder who uses music as a vehicle for remembrance, healing, and cultural connection. Guided by the principles of reciprocity, service, and presence, her sound journeys are both grounding and elevating—bridging ancestral memory and contemporary rhythm.

Her path has been shaped by solo travels through South America, where she deepened her relationship to the elements, Indigenous traditions, and the healing power of sound. From voice activations with Quechua children in the highlands of Peru to offering food and clothing in remote mountain communities, her artistry is inseparable from her commitment to community care.

Her sets are rooted in service and shaped by intuition—drawing from global sounds, ceremonial frequencies, and the ecstatic pulse of movement. In every offering, Jennayni invites dancers into a living ritual of gratitude, transformation, and connection to the sacred. https://jennayni.com/

About Tomer Hagay
With a musical journey spanning over three decades, Tomer's expertise began with the saxophone, didgeridoo, and flutes, gradually evolving into a profound exploration of sound therapy.

Delving into the enchanting realms of gongs, Tibetan bowls, and a myriad of healing instruments, Tomer crafts a harmonious symphony of curative vibrations.

For the past few years, Tomer has graced Chestnut Ridge and Nyack with transformative sound baths, weaving a tapestry of tranquility and serenity for all who attend.

Beyond his performances, Tomer's passion extends to enriching the lives of special needs children and adults through the power of music.

Driven by an unwavering love for his craft, Tomer invites you to partake in this journey of musical enlightenment. With gratitude in his heart, he welcomes you to experience the catalyzing power of sound.

MOON•MA Elixir Bar will be serving up herbal elixirs and dance fuel snacks with all organic and locally foraged ingredients. There will also be handmade herbal drink mixes, tinctures, body oils, & more to take home with you.
The mission behind MOON•MA is to share the healing power of nature through simple and effective daily rituals. A cup of tea. An oil massage. An herbal elixir. Through consistent moments of presence with the natural world, we can set ourselves up for optimal health, connection, and vitality.
Morgan, the creator of MOON•MA, is also a yoga teacher, artist, and is deeply passionate about women’s health, leading monthly women’s circles and ceremonies honoring the sacred rites of passage of pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
Learn more about MOON•MA: https://bit.ly/3CpOF8d

Mutual Aid

No one will be turned away due to lack of funds, so if you need assistance, please email us: ecstaticdancenyack at gmail. Conversely, if you have plenty, we invite you to pay it forward with our Generous Dancer ticket option to support our financial assistance program.

Stay Connected with Ecstatic Dance Nyack: https://linktr.ee/ecstaticdancenyack

Twist & Sprout 2026

Twist & Sprout 2026