SOMATIC DANCE CONVENTION 2026

A full-day of somatic dance, nervous system flow, and embodied exploration — all bodies welcome. A full day of somatic dance, nervous system flow, and embodied exploration, all bodies welcome. SOMATIC DANCE CONVENTION 2026 - the return… THIS YEAR'S THEME: 🚀 THE NEURO-VERSE 🚀 A Two-Room "Summit" Flow: Dance, Embodiment, and Transformation. Welcome to the second year of the UK’s premier Somatic experience ! This year, we journey into the Neuro-Verse. An expansive, futuristic landscape where we celebrate internal experience over external appearance . This is a sanctuary for Bio-Intelligence, where every conscious rhythm is a medicine, and every nervous system is a map to embodiment. 📍 EVENT DETAILS Location: Richmix, Shoreditch, London Date: 19 April 2026 Time: 12:30 PM – 10:30 PM Registration / Check-In: Opens at 12:30 PM VIP ticket holders receive goodie bags, and general ticket holders receive wristbands Staff available for guidance, questions, and accessibility needs 🚀 WHAT TO EXPECT From the moment you arrive, you are no longer a spectator; you are an explorer . The Neuro-Verse is for movers, dancers, creatives, therapists, seekers, and curious Souls. No dance experience required. Here, every rhythm is valid, every body is honored, and regulation matters more than perfection . 🧭 TWO-ROOM SUMMIT FLOW Navigate your own coordination. Move freely between rooms; there is no wrong path , only what your nervous system calls for. 12:30 PM | Arrival and Neural Grounding A shared opening to land, regulate, and synchronise our collective nervous systems. ✨ CHOOSE YOUR PATH THE SANCTUARY (Main Stage) Shadow Work and Sacred Rage – Exploring boundaries with neurodivergence Somatic Storytelling with EFT – Exploring emotional expression. Beat Motion – Neuro-rhythm and embodied flow EUPHORIA SOMATIC DANCE – The peak ecstatic flow experience THE EMBODY ROOM (Sensory / Talk Space) Mini Fascial Maneuvers – Unlocking the body’s intelligence Nervous System Education – Tools for Embodied Regulation Integration and Micro-Movement – Gentle restorative practice Sensory-friendly explorations – Low-stimulation and personal expression 🗝 KEYNOTE PANEL Bio-Intelligence in the Neuro-Verse: The Evolution of Diverse Embodiment A movement-first panel exploring how to: Re-code the nervous system Move beyond masking Use introspection to access the language of the Soul 🌅 EVENING PEAK (Main Stage) Cacao: Journey to Joy – Heart-opening Neuro+ reset Somatic Belly Dance – Self-love and energy activation Chakra Sound Bath – Sensory-friendly integration A FRO TRANCE DANCE with DJ Azyre Blue – Celebrate, connect, and close the circuit 🛡 SOMATIC SAFETY, CONSENT, and CARE All practices are invitational Touch is never required; all partner/group work is consent-based Step out, move, or rest at any point. Quiet integration spaces and facilitators are available Some sessions explore Shadow Work, boundaries, and Sacred Rage. This is neither a performance nor a clinical therapy space; it is a guided embodied exploration where presence matters more than appearance . 🤍 ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION We happily Hold Space for neurodivergent bodies, varied sensory requirements, and different energy levels . Observation is a valid form of participation. Regulation rather than performance 🌿 PRACTICAL CARE Wear comfortable layers for movement and rest Bring a yoga mat or blanket for floor-based sessions Bring a refillable water bottle Eat beforehand and listen to your body Journals encouraged Enter or leave sessions quietly as required 🗓 CONVENTION LOGISTICS AND NAVIGATION Session Objectives: Brief descriptions help you select based on your interests Transition Windows: 5–10 min breaks between sessions for movement, reflection, or room changes Networking / Social Spaces: Dedicated time in breaks and Afterglo celebration Merch / Marketplace: Books, merch, upcoming events, and VIP goodie bags available Emergency / First Aid: Facility staff trained and identifiable. Everyone is responsible for their own choices and impact. 🌙 AFTERCARE AND INTEGRATION The closing ceremony includes guidance and resources for post-event embodied practice. Leave with tools, insights, and reflections to expand your Neuro-Verse experience. WhatsApp group community for reflections and updates. 💎 VIP UPGRADE (£80) Priority seating (including sensory-conscious spots) Exclusive goodie bag Signed copy of Chakrasize Your Life: 7 Steps to Dancing Your Inner Wisdom Complimentary 1-1 Somatic Energy Reading worth £300 Complimentary 1-1 Shadow Work session worth £300 Online Shakedown Somatic dance for one month is worth £60 Full access to the Afterglo afterparty