River (Helen Pattinson) is a certified Dancing Freedom facilitator and has been sharing soulful movement journeys in the Comox valley for a decade. Dancing Freedom is a free-form, ecstatic dance practice that gets out of your head and into your body. A guided journey dance open to all ages, all genders, all bodies. Together we connect with the elements of Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Spirit to shake up, liberate, explore, listen and connect with our true selves, each other, and to the energy that flows through all Life.

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What to Expect:
You determine the level of movement within your dance. We begin gently and slowly, and gradually lift the pace, building heat as you feel comfortable. Move at your own pace, you can't get it wrong!
What to Wear:
Loose comfortable clothing that supports freedom of movement, however you choose to move. 
What to Bring:
A blanket and warm layers for the warm-up on the floor
An open mind and heart
A water bottle
A friend (optional)

River became a certified Dancing Freedom Facilitator in in 2012. Her movement journeys weave together the healing power of Somatic movement through her ongoing mentorship with Elizabeth Burr, and over a decade of medicine wheel teachings through her mentorship with Corinna Stevenson. To hear about her latest dance events and offerings ​Click here