What to Expect

• to be welcomed warmly

• to make yourself comfortable, taking off your shoes and socks if you wish

• to enjoy slower music at first, giving you a chance to stretch and warm up

• to dance to an eclectic mix of tunes, as in these music samples

• to get a great workout if that's your goal; to enjoy the pleasure of moving gently if you prefer not to work up a sweat

• to be surprised and delighted by the children and teens who dance with us

• to be yourself on the dance floor, and connect with others as you wish (Read these helpful hints about getting the most from your dance)

• the unexpected

• to enjoy slower music towards the end, giving you a chance to cool down and savor the change in pace

• to be invited to join us for a brief closing circle after the music ends

• to hear from those who want to speak during the closing circle, while enjoying free organic fruit

• to leave feeling energized, ready for the week ahead

 
Ashkenaz Soul Sanctuary - by Maya A. (age 10), 2007

A place to stay positive
and just focus on dancing
The music they choose encourages you to be free
A place that you enjoy to be in
The opposite of a formal place
Ashkenaz is more of a free casual place
My point is...Ashkenaz is GREAT

 
Another Perspective on our Dance

This KALW News story by Jen Chien about our dance paints a vivid picture.