Circle Dancing Weekend Retreat
Location
The Abbey
About
Facilitator: Robyn Sussems.
Dancing in a circle is an ancient tradition common to many cultures for marking special occasions, strengthening community and encouraging togetherness. Circle Dance includes traditional dances of many countries as well as modern choreographies set to classical and contemporary music. In Circle dance we are stepping into ancient patterns of rhythm and movement. When we dance a traditional dance, we are temporarily tuning into a culture’s history and expression. During this Retreat we will experience the joy of the dance, both physically and spiritually. There will be opportunities for reflection, meditation and time in nature in the surrounds of The Abbey. No previous dance experience is necessary and we will approach this weekend with a spirit of adventure. This retreat was very popular in both 2023 and 2024. We look forward to welcoming Robyn back to the Abbey.
Comfortable footwear is essential.
Robyn had her first experience of Circle dancing in 1993 at a small community in the south of England and a few weeks later at the Findhorn Foundation in the north of Scotland. On her return to Australia, she joined a dance circle led by Conny Brandt, remaining in this group until it disbanded. Since 2014, Robyn has led a Circle dance group at U3A, starting with 5 dancers and now hosting 35 participants each week. Robyn comes to this retreat with a passion for sharing and expertise in this field.
Dancing in a circle is an ancient tradition common to many cultures for marking special occasions, strengthening community and encouraging togetherness. Circle Dance includes traditional dances of many countries as well as modern choreographies set to classical and contemporary music. In Circle dance we are stepping into ancient patterns of rhythm and movement. When we dance a traditional dance, we are temporarily tuning into a culture’s history and expression. During this Retreat we will experience the joy of the dance, both physically and spiritually. There will be opportunities for reflection, meditation and time in nature in the surrounds of The Abbey. No previous dance experience is necessary and we will approach this weekend with a spirit of adventure. This retreat was very popular in both 2023 and 2024. We look forward to welcoming Robyn back to the Abbey.
Comfortable footwear is essential.
Robyn had her first experience of Circle dancing in 1993 at a small community in the south of England and a few weeks later at the Findhorn Foundation in the north of Scotland. On her return to Australia, she joined a dance circle led by Conny Brandt, remaining in this group until it disbanded. Since 2014, Robyn has led a Circle dance group at U3A, starting with 5 dancers and now hosting 35 participants each week. Robyn comes to this retreat with a passion for sharing and expertise in this field.