The Dallas Movement Collective is a vibrant and inclusive community dedicated to the transformative potential of embodiment practice.
Who We Are
Uniting like-minded individuals from all walks of life, The Dallas Movement Collective is where the local dance community and the global embodiment movement converge.
As a multi-generational gathering place, the collective celebrates diversity, welcoming people from various cultural, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds, recognizing that we are all connected through the ancestral legacy of dance and movement.
This collective values consent, emphasizing the importance of accountability in fostering a safe and nurturing space for personal growth and exploration.
While honoring the wisdom of the past, the Dallas Movement Collective embraces innovation, exploring new movement techniques and technologies to support our dance towards a flourishing future.
What We Do
We provide movement practices that support learning through the innate wisdom of the body. We believe natural expression ignites the possibility for healing. We hold community containers to support embodied connection.
Whether you are a seasoned dancer or a newcomer, The Dallas Movement Collective welcomes you to this transformative space.
Offerings
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A weekly soulful gathering of intentional movement with a live DJ. Hosted in the warm + welcoming Owen Wood Farm & Neighborhood Space
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A once a month evening experience with a curated DJ set, live-musicians, and artistic collaborations. Hosted in the historic Sammons Center for the Arts.
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The 360 Emergence is a guided embodiment practice that is an excellent space for those looking for more support + guidance in their journey.
Designed for all levels, The 360 Emergence offers a movement map that is a journey of discovery, healing, and actualization.
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Live Wire is an embodied ritual theatre practice, grounded in the 5Rhythms®, devoted to the shapeshifting nature of art, and guided by the vision of Lorca Simons and Gabrielle Roth. Designed to inspire, refresh, and connect, the work includes movement, creative storytelling, and expressive arts.
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The practice of the 5Rhythms is said by Gabrielle Roth to put the body in motion in order to still the mind. The five rhythms (in order) are Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness. The 5Rhythms, when danced in sequence, are known as a "Wave."
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A once a month ecstatic dance container cultivated for femmes and thems. Hosted in the Arts Mission Oak Cliff Sanctuary.
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Esctatic Dance in an invitation for Black, Indigenous and People Of Color in the DFW area. Explore your bodies inherent wisdom and need for expression in a safe space. Let's co-create a santuary and playground dancefloor!
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Intentionally crafted events with luminary guest artists.
Meet the Creative Team
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Sarah Sampson
DIRECTOR
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Katie Toohil
RESIDENT ARTIST + DJ MENTOR
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Chelsee Albo
RESIDENT ARTIST + DJ MENTOR
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Brian Aldridge
RESIDENT ARTIST + SOUND ENGINEER
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Chris Campbell
LIVE MUSIC COORDINATOR + RESIDENT ARTIST
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Rose Bud
FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER + FACILITATOR
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Mia Luckey
FACILITATOR
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Amber Michelle
FACILITATOR
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Emily Ashley
FACILITATOR
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Kyle Van Swol
FACILITATOR/ARTIST
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Gracen Lee
RESIDENT ARTIST
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Seda Bliss
RESIDENT ARTIST
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Peyton Quinn Baker
RESIDENT VISUAL ARTIST
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Madelyn Dean
FRONT OF HOUSE COORDINATOR
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Milan Bender
Sound Healer
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Raven Garcia
DANCE AMBASSADOR
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Michael Foote
DANCE AMBASSADOR
You are dancers, all of you.
To dance is to investigate and celebrate the experience of being alive.
To be human is to be danced by experience, energy, and emotion.
- Cristal Pite
Advisory Team
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Amber Ryan
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Ana Shoemaker
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Dr. Blake Hestir
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Daniel Miranda
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Danna Pyke Miller
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David Sunshine
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Golbahar Dadyan - Kraichely
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Jeri Harvin
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Kate Shela
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Lorca Simons
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Stephanie St. John
Honoring the history of
Dallas Dance Community
Expressing Life Through Dance
Director, Sarah Sampson, speaks about how her life was impacted by free-form movement and how the practice supports learning + growth essential to the human experience at CreativeMornings Fort Worth, TX.
Member of
The Sammons Center for the Arts
The Dallas Movement Collective Sammons Center for the Arts, #54 3630 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX, 75219
Site photography by Suellen Matteus. Learn more about her work here
FAQs
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Come wearing movement-friendly clothing that helps you feel comfortable in your own skin. Layers are helpful!
Pack a full water bottle and any personal care items.
An open and curious mind is invited!
Please leave any unneeded items and strong scents outside of the space.
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This movement is for everyone. No experience is necessary. Being human + having a body is your preparation.
Participants are invited to gift themselves the permission to simply be themselves. This free-form movement is an opportunity to practice authentic expression. There's no wrong way to experience it, but always remember to respect and seek consent when interacting with others.
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Yes! We are a multi-generational community. The presence of children is celebrated and those under 12 always dance for free. We ask that parents remain responsible for their actions and behavior at all times.
Note: This excludes workshops, labs and immersions.
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Ideally, all participants are a part of the opening and closing of events. For first timers, we feel it is necessary to attend the opening and closing circle to fully embrace and understand the practice. For regular attendees, the occasional need to arrive late and/or leave early is understandable.
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We welcome proactive and prompt communication, the respectful questioning of leadership, and collective inquiry. Please feel free to direct communication to our contact page.
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Much like any event where tickets are sold - we're not able to offer a refund. However, you are welcome to sell or gift your ticket on our Facebook Community page!