Some Elements about Community Spiritual Dancing
1.The intention of the dances is to deepen one’s personal spiritual connection with self, community, and the creative self.
2.The dances embrace many musical traditions from a variety of world cultures and religions. They intend to unify and build bridges between peoples of all lands.
3.Dances of Universal Peace are one of the premier sources of organized world dances. Sometimes called Sufi Dances, the idea has come from deep sacred dancing in that tradition for quite some time.
4.Though some dances are up tempo and a great deal of fun they are all considered sacred and are invited to be experienced as such.
5.One of the wonderful elements of the dances is that all are doing the same steps/dance. The unification of movement, sound, word, and intention is a foundation for a powerful and expansive spiritual experience.
6.Each dance begins with a centering breath and ends with silence to allow the vibration to settle into the cells.
7.Typically the lyric is taught first. The melody comes next, and the steps are last.
8.The power of the dances is repetition. The repetition becomes a mantra of its own. The steps are learned, the melody and lyrics become fluid, and the vibration of the dance raises in frequency. As it moves into the flow the collective energy lifts all to a higher and deeper spiritual experience.
9.Dances are full group or done in partners. To establish partners have all members form a circle. Count off as Alpha and Omega. Omegas can step into the circle and turn around to pair up with an Alpha. Some dances are in a single circle with partnered moments. Do the same Alpha Omega action and then remind that the Alpha turns right and the omega turns left. Thus at the right time they will have a partner.
10.Sometimes individuals will not desire to participate or be physically challenged by the tempo of the dance. Honor their particular needs and invite them to sit or stand in the center of the circle. This includes them and also allows them to feel and contribute to the growing energy and vibrational collective.
