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Be prepared for a joyful, intensive and relaxing weekend. The weekend will mostly consist of Dances of Universal Peace, some Taizé harmony singing Sunday morning and breaks to relax and explore the surroundings of the farm in the Chess Valley, north west of London.
"one of the most beautiful events of my life so far!" (Rasa V., Latvia)
"The Dance programme Ralph and Vitalija prepare for us is always deep. We always feel a subtle atmosphere of love, harmony and beauty... You always feel lightness, joy and light in the circle, bringing dancers to that special state, which one still can feel a long time after. Ralph's and Vitalija's energies are: fire, air and bubbling deep water." (Gunta Saule, Latvia) [Read more feedback]
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Kalyan
Thy music causeth my soul to dance; In the murmer of the wind I hear Thy flute; The waves of the sea keep the rhythm of my dancing steps. Through the whole of nature I hear Thy music played, my Beloved;
Hazrat Inayat Khan - Gayan / Ragas |
It is possible to come for one day only, but staying over night is recommended and will allow you to enjoy the dances & the weekend much deeper. Beginners are warmly welcome - no experience of singing or dancing required.
You are welcome to arrive already Friday evening and stay the night at Loudwater Farm - please arrange with Ralph!
"If you can talk, you can sing. If you can walk, you can dance" (African saying).
Children are very welcome, if they like singing and dancing - otherwise chances are high they will be bored - and disturb.
The leader Ralph Nimmann is a certified peace dance teacher and has shared dances with many people in Britain, Germany and Latvia on several occasions and is experienced in creating a relaxed joyful and open atmosphere. He usually supports the dances with his drum.
His wife Vitalija accompanies the dances with gitar. Together they create a harmonious atmosphere.
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Times: Saturday arriving from 10am, first welcome dance session at 11am. Lunch break around 1:30 - 3:30pm. End of afternoon session at 6:30pm, evening meal around 7:15pm, around 8:45pm evening dances.
Sunday we'll start with Taizé harmony singing at 8:30am before breakfast around 9:30, followed by peace dances from 10:30ish. Lunchbreak around 1pm, last dance session 2:30 - 4:30pm (end). Farewell hugging and packing may take up to one hour..
Cost Low cost self catering:
Saturday £25 (£15 concessions)
- Sunday £20 (£12 concessions)
- Sat. & Sunday £40 (£24 concessions)
CORRECTION: + beds are £30 (£20 for low income) extra per person per night incl. breakfast (only 5 beds are left - 2 in a room).
Or mattress dormitory & plenty of camping space: + £10 extra (bring your sleeping bag)
Breakfast included - lunch, tea and supper are self-catering ("cook, dance & eat together").
Please bring: food for all meals (except breakfast), loose clothing, any musical instruments, (shoes for hiking, if you want), your friends - and an open heart.
The venue: Loudwater Farm - NEW web site: www.loudwaterfarm.co.uk, Loudwater Lane (off the A404), Rickmansworth (north west of London), WD3 4HG (the farm entrance is right at the red letter box). This place is a national centre of the spiritual Subud brotherhood with a two acre garden to wander in. The whole farm is bordered on three sides by the River Chess and meadows. Loudwater is a green gem set in the Chess Valley, yet within one mile of the London Orbital Motorway (M25, junction 18) and only about one mile north of Rickmansworth town centre and its Metropolitan line underground station.
Phone at Loudwater Farm: 01923 778 483 - View photos from previous weekends -
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(you can zoom this map in and out at right bottom corner)
Booking: Last minute decisions possible - just come & join us for 1 or both days.
Last minute & late comers: on Sat. and Sun: call Ralph on 07984 350536 - phone may be switched off during dancing
To secure your place, please send a deposit of £5 to Ralph Nimmann, 45 Walpole Road, Cambridge, CB1 3TH.
Please let me know where you come from, your phone / email contact and if you offer or need lifts.
Call Ralph on 01223 510 442 or e-mail:
Please let Ralph know, if you offer or need transport.
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