I We will be alternating between movement waves and periods of rest. The movement waves are different than most dance parties: they start slowly and with an emphasis on cultivating awareness of and through the body, and build through various tempos and textures for about 1 hour each. The rest periods between movement waves are 20-30 minutes, and participants are free to lay provided tri-fold mattresses down in the temple space or take time outside under the night sky.

No. The type of “dance” we’ll be doing is the free-form, instinctual kind, where you move your body how you want. So, in that sense, you already know how. There is no particular form (like salsa, bachata, ballet, etc.) so the emphasis is self-inquiry and expression, not performance.

If your ideal party involves intentional movement as the mode of conversation, communal meals as the nourishment, and dance as the mind-altering practice, then Yes! There is no alcohol or recreational drugs at the event, and once the movement ceremony begins, there is no talking in the temple space, so it is different than the new year’s parties many are used to. We will have a non-alcoholic toast to ring in the new year.

Yes, you’re welcome to bring your own camping gear, though we find that people enjoy resting in the temple space and staying in the energy of the ceremony.

Please bring:

• clothing layers

• bedding (pillow + blanket)

• Eye mask

• A refillable water bottle

• journal and pen.

Space in the temple is very limited, so we will have an area on the deck outside the temple for your bag with clothing + toiletries.

There are lovely new flush toilets this year closer to the temple, and there is an outdoor cold shower. Bring a towel if you plan to start the year with a cold shower with an epic view!

We have a couple spots open for participants wishing to attend at reduced cost in exchange for helping us with set-up and take-down. The spots are 50% tuition and work study participants will gather with us at 11am in Ojai on 12/31 and plan to wrap up around 2pm on 1/1. If you’re energized by helping set a beautiful container and being part of a crew, please email us directly to apply.

Many people who join us have not yet danced all night in this way. If you like to move your body in community

Yes, you are free to move how it feels right for your body, so you can move with any physical limitations as it works for you. That said, the amenities on the land are not well-suited to physical limitations requiring crutches or a wheelchair.

Generally, no. At times, the facilitators may guide participants to turn their attention toward each other, in service of building connection, but it will not be “partner dancing”. We have a group agreement of consent for physical touch, so if you come with a partner or friend, or establish consent with someone, you’re welcome to incorporate physical contact in your dance.

No, as we’ve created the experience as a ceremony, where we begin and end together. It creates a beautiful sense of trust and togetherness that wouldn’t be possible if people were coming and going.

There is no wi-fi and cell service is minimal. Additionally, we ask that participants refrain from using their devices during the movement ceremony (from about 9pm - 6am). So if your plan involves checking in with partners, kids, petsitters, or others, plan to do so before arriving.