Join us for a 3 day immersion in Jamming Contact Improvisation Dance. For Jam into the Fall 2024, we are envisioning a relaxed, playful, participatory & co-created space. Jamming contact improvisation in extended sessions is a gateway to a deep embodiment of the form in its physical, social, emotional, spiritual, non-linear & timeless ways. It is a time to practice what we know and what we have yet to discover.

- There will be some facilitation, and lots of jam time.
- We will be pulling inspirations from different scores & jam formats to take us into the dance.
- Silent space in Focus jams will be maintained in a way to enrich the soil of our communal experience.
-There will be a musical jam on Saturday evening.

DATES AND SCHEDULE::
DATES TBC
Arrival date is Sept 26th in the late after/evening
Departure is Sept 30th in the morning.
We will dance from 10am until late evening every night.
The dance space will remain open at all times. 
~29% Facilitated, 69% Jams, 2% Magic

FACILITATORS::
TBC

MUSIC:
TBC

LOCATION::
Rhizome Springs
An off grid situation where everyone can camp and live together for the duration of the event. The views are incredible, the lakes and oceans just a short drive away. We are presently in terraforming stage. Expect a rugged landscape. The property is 20 min on a logging road which can be driven by regular cars. It’s located 25 min from Fulford Ferry terminal and 40 min from Ganges.

FOOD::
All food is included in the tuition.
We source from local and organic foods as much as possible.
Meals are wholesome, diverse, fresh, yummy and abundant.
We consider every food restrictions.
We care for your health and aim at the impossible fart free diet.

CAMPING::
Camping is included in the tuition.
We are on a 40 acre property and there is tons of camping spots.
Van camping is also possible.
We have showers and use compostable toilets.
Spirit lake and the ocean are a short distance away.

Cabins::
The Buddhist Centre located next door is offering simple and modest private cabins to rent. They are situated at a 7 min walk through the forest from Rhizome Spring.
The price is 65$/night for single occupation and 90$/night for double. Reservation in advance is hightly recommended.
They include outhouse and hot showers. 
Inquire if interested and we will send photos.

COSTS::
Please note that spaces are limited to 60 dancers. Register and send deposit to save your spot.

$- if you are economically constrained, students or underemployed.
$- if you are economically balanced, artists, farmers etc..
$- if you are economically abundant, happily sustained, supports the art.

In Canadian dollar. Any amount in between is welcomed.

Full payment is required to save your spot.
Paid by email transfer to ssicontactfestival@gmail.com
International student can use Paypal at the same address.
We can also take cryptocurrencies, please inquire.

Refundable (-$50 admin fee) until September 10th
Non-Refundable after September 10th
In case of cancelation of this gathering, all deposits will be refunded minus $50 for admin fee.

Payment by e-transfer or paypal: ssicontactfestival@gmail.com

Fill out Registration form here

MUSIC::
TBC

MARKET TABLES::

Crafts, healthy snacks, clothing, books etc..
Bring your goods along! Set your price and manage them.
A great way to cut your cost while sharing what you make and find beautiful.

THINGS TO BRING::
Warm Clothes, Blanket, kneepads, music instruments, camping gear, flashlight, pen, journal, towel.

Questions???
Registration page
or email us ssicontactfestival@gmail.com

We value inclusivity & transparency.
-Our events are for all experience levels, genders, sexual orientation, skin colour, ages and other physical differences.
-We acknowledge and are thankful for the lands and waters of Salt Spring Island which have been and continue to be home to Coast Salish First Nations and Metis peoples. We are grateful to the Cowichan Tribes, Saanich Nation, Tsawwassen First Nation, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group, and the Hwlitsum Claim for this land to be danced on, in utter respect for it’s inhabitant and the ecosystem.

We are looking forward to dancing with you.