Dancing Freedom in the woods

Summer has arrived, with long, warm evenings, and dappled sunlight filling our woodland glade.

Dancing among the trees, with our feet on the earth and our headphones drawing us into an immersive flow, we connect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world around us.

After some guidance into presence, the live DJ set will weave a rich and expansive blend of musical genres - from neoclassical and ethereal vibes to global rhythms, melodic house, techno, drum and bass, and more. Expect an emotive journey through light and shadow - from deep, grounding moments to euphoric peaks - with plenty of space to shake off tension and let go into moving with complete freedom.

We close with an informal fireside gathering - a beautiful way to land, connect and integrate.
Drums and other instruments are welcome, along with food and drinks to share.

This is a fundraiser event

Profits will go to local charity Made in Hackney, supporting meals for the local community.
Tickets are offered on a sliding scale - pay what feels right for you.

Event Location

• The woodland is within walking distance of Hackney Wick station
• The pathway to the dancing glade will be marked with ribbons and lights
• Exact location shared after booking

Timings

• 6.30pm arrival
• 7.00pm dance begins
• 8.30pm fireside gathering

Guidelines

Full guidelines will be shared after booking - by purchasing a ticket, you agree to follow them.

Key points:

• Please arrive by 7pm so we can begin together
• All are welcome - no experience needed
• This is a substance-free space (no alcohol or drugs)
• Bring water and optional snacks to share
• Take care of your body and move within your limits
• We aim to create a safe and respectful space for everyone

Weather:

• Light rain - bring waterproofs
• Heavy or persistent rain - event cancelled and refunded
• Final decision (if needed) by 11am on the day

Future dates:

• We aim for the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month
• Depending on the weather, other dates may be chosen instead
• Tickets will be created a few weeks ahead of each event

Stay in touch via our Whatsapp group noticeboard

About your host

Jane Latham

Jane weaves together years of somatic, therapeutic and spiritual practice to create grounded, heart-centred spaces for you to come home to yourself - to feel human.

In the woods she becomes Jane Raven, flowing intuitively between light and dark, with rich, soul-stirring soundscapes that support self-expression and release, before softening into deeper presence and connection.

She has been holding Dancing Freedom for 7 years, hosts monthly indoor dances and has guest-DJed for others including Ecstatic Dance UK, Rumble and The Psychedelic Society.

She also offers somatic yoga, 1:1 therapy and coaching.

More info and DJ sets:

**https://linktr.ee/janelatham**

_ The world around you is only beautiful when you are at peace with the world within you 💫 _

Let's see what magic we create together!

Words from past participants

‘Your kindness, deep love of music and care for all the dancers ripple right through creating something very rich, raw, gentle and special every time!’

‘You create such a beautiful space to dance in. There’s always this balance of freedom, emotion, grounding and joy in your sets that I really appreciate’

‘It's great that you are so authentic, and clearly passionate about what you do: I felt very well held’