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== Welcome to the Dance Resource Wiki ==
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We are a global community celebrating '''dance''', '''science''', and '''collaboration'''. Our mission is to create, share, and preserve the knowledge that keeps dance communities vibrant, inclusive, and inspired.


We are a global community celebrating '''conscious dance''', '''science''', and '''collaboration'''. Our mission is to create, share, and preserve the knowledge that keeps conscious dance communities vibrant, inclusive, and inspired.
Rooted in authentic expression, research-backed methods, and open contribution, we’re building a global ecosystem that empowers dancers, facilitators, researchers, and newcomers to explore movement as a path to self-awareness, healing, and transformation.


Rooted in authentic expression, research-backed methods, and open contribution, this living archive empowers dancers, facilitators, researchers, and newcomers alike to explore movement as a path to self-awareness, healing, connection, and transformation.
To learn what we stand for, read our [[Core Values]], and explore the vision that moves us in the [[Manifesto]].
 
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=== Quick Start Guide ===


== Quick Start Guide ==
Whether you're here to learn, contribute, or connect—you’re in the right place.
Whether you're here to learn, contribute, or connect—you’re in the right place.


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This wiki is a collaborative project. Everyone is welcome—no matter your background, practice, or level of experience.
This wiki is a collaborative project. Everyone is welcome—no matter your background, practice, or level of experience.


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== Explore the Knowledge Base ==
 
=== Explore the Knowledge Base ===


==== [[Introduction to Conscious Dance]] ====
==== [[Introduction to Conscious Dance]] ====
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* Principles, accessibility, formats, and common questions
* Principles, accessibility, formats, and common questions


==== [[Core Methods & Techniques]] ====
==== [[Core Methods and Techniques]] ====
Dive into the inner workings of movement-based exploration:
Dive into the inner workings of movement-based exploration:
* Embodiment, mindfulness, emotion, rhythm, creativity, and more
* Embodiment, mindfulness, emotion, rhythm, creativity, and more


==== [[Scientific Research & Evidence]] ====
==== [[Scientific Research and Evidence]] ====
Explore academic, neuroscientific, and therapeutic insights supporting conscious dance
Explore academic, neuroscientific, and therapeutic insights supporting conscious dance


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Explore traditions like 5Rhythms, Open Floor, Contact Improvisation, and more
Explore traditions like 5Rhythms, Open Floor, Contact Improvisation, and more


==== [[Community & Global Collaboration]] ====
==== [[Community & Global Collaboration|Community and Global Collaboration]] ====
Join a global movement of dancers, facilitators, educators, and allies
Join a global movement of dancers, facilitators, educators, and allies


==== [[Future Directions & Vision]] ====
==== [[Future Directions & Vision|Future Directions and Vision]] ====
Conscious dance and the future of health, education, and collective flourishing
Conscious dance and the future of health, education, and collective flourishing


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Find the glossary, full FAQ, reference lists, and guidance on how to get involved
Find the glossary, full FAQ, reference lists, and guidance on how to get involved


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== Featured Articles ==
 
=== Featured Articles ===
* [[Why We Dance]]: Why movement matters now more than ever
* [[Why We Dance]]: Why movement matters now more than ever
* [[Embodiment & Somatic Awareness]]: Dance starts with coming home to your body
* [[Embodiment & Somatic Awareness|Embodiment and Somatic Awareness]]: Dance starts with coming home to your body
* [[Mindfulness & Moving Meditation]]: Presence in every step, breath, and pause
* [[Mindfulness & Moving Meditation|Mindfulness and Moving Meditation]]: Presence in every step, breath, and pause
* [[Emotional Integration]]: Move your feelings. Don’t just feel them.
* [[Emotional Integration]]: Move your feelings. Don’t just feel them.
* [[Intention & Ritual]]: Movement becomes ceremony through simple acts of care
* [[Intention & Ritual|Intention and Ritual]]: Movement becomes ceremony through simple acts of care
 
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=== Stay Connected ===


* [[Community Portal]]
== Stay Connected ==
* [[Events, Workshops & Retreats]]
* [https://www.danceresource.org Community Portal]
* [[Discussions & Forums]]
* [https://www.danceresource.org Events, Workshops and Retreats]
* [https://www.danceresource.org Discussions and Forums]
* Social Media & Newsletter (coming soon)
* Social Media & Newsletter (coming soon)


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== Support & Contribution ==
 
Dance Resource is 100% community-powered. If our work supports you, consider:
=== Support & Contribution ===
 
Dance Resource Wiki is 100% community-powered. If our work supports you, consider:


* Making a donation → '''<DONATE>'''
* Making a donation → '''[https://www.danceresource.org <DONATE>]'''
* Contributing time, knowledge, or tech support
* Contributing time, knowledge, or tech support
* Sharing this project with your community
* Sharing this project with your community
* [[Project Supporters|Meet the people behind Dance Resource]]

Latest revision as of 11:55, 16 April 2025

We are a global community celebrating dance, science, and collaboration. Our mission is to create, share, and preserve the knowledge that keeps dance communities vibrant, inclusive, and inspired.

Rooted in authentic expression, research-backed methods, and open contribution, we’re building a global ecosystem that empowers dancers, facilitators, researchers, and newcomers to explore movement as a path to self-awareness, healing, and transformation.

To learn what we stand for, read our Core Values, and explore the vision that moves us in the Manifesto.

Quick Start Guide

Whether you're here to learn, contribute, or connect—you’re in the right place.

This wiki is a collaborative project. Everyone is welcome—no matter your background, practice, or level of experience.

Explore the Knowledge Base

Introduction to Conscious Dance

Understand the foundations of the practice:

  • What is Conscious Dance?
  • Why it matters
  • Principles, accessibility, formats, and common questions

Core Methods and Techniques

Dive into the inner workings of movement-based exploration:

  • Embodiment, mindfulness, emotion, rhythm, creativity, and more

Scientific Research and Evidence

Explore academic, neuroscientific, and therapeutic insights supporting conscious dance

Curated Resource Library

Browse books, articles, media, courses, and facilitator toolkits

Benefits of Conscious Dance

Discover how movement transforms physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing

Historical and Cultural Context

Trace the roots of conscious dance—from ancient ritual to contemporary practices

Established Conscious Dance Practices

Explore traditions like 5Rhythms, Open Floor, Contact Improvisation, and more

Community and Global Collaboration

Join a global movement of dancers, facilitators, educators, and allies

Future Directions and Vision

Conscious dance and the future of health, education, and collective flourishing

Appendices

Find the glossary, full FAQ, reference lists, and guidance on how to get involved

Featured Articles

Stay Connected

Support & Contribution

Dance Resource is 100% community-powered. If our work supports you, consider: