Rooted in self-responsibility, authenticity, and interdependence, transformational communities create a space where people are invited to step into empowered action and work together toward meaningful change in the world.

This approach is guided by a three-part intention that supports participants to:

Thrive: Care for the body, heart, mind, and spirit.
Evolve: Heal and grow through inner work.
Serve: Align with purpose and respond actively to the challenges of our time.

Over three days, this workshop offers a practical foundation for transformational community-building. Drawing on Internal Family Systems (IFS), Non-Violent Communication (NVC), Transformational Connection (Circling), and Possibility Management (PM), participants will explore transformation on personal, interpersonal, and systemic levels.

The experience includes tools for moving responsibly within a group setting, such as expressing feelings with intention, taking ownership of one’s experience, and making authentic offers of connection. Together, the group will practice attuning to the collective field, shared decision-making, and conflict resolution, all in support of self-leadership and empowerment.

This workshop is designed for people who want to deepen their community-building practice and explore regenerative ways of living in connection with self, others, and the earth.

Arrival, Onsite Check-In, Opening Circle, and Departures

Arrival/Check-In: Friday, August 28th from 8-9:30am in front of the Farmhouse.

Opening Circle: Friday, August 28th at 10am.

Final Clean: Sunday, August 30th from 2-3pm. Lunch is from 1-2pm.

Departure: All participants depart after the final group clean at 3pm on Sunday, August 30th.

SCHEDULE:

Friday:

Arrival/Check-In: 9 am
Morning Session: 10 am- 1 pm
Lunch: 1-3 pm
Afternoon Session: 3-6 pm
Dinner: 6-8 pm
Evening Session (optional): 8-10 pm

Saturday:

Morning Practice (optional): 7-8 am
Breakfast: 8-10 am
Morning Session: 10 am- 1 pm
Lunch: 1-3 pm
Afternoon Session: 3-6 pm
Dinner: 6-8 pm
Evening Session (optional): 8-10 pm

Sunday:

Morning Practice (optional): 7-8 am
Breakfast: 8-10 am
Morning Session and Closing Circle: 10 am- 1 pm
Lunch: 1-2 pm

Final Clean: Sunday, August 30th, 2-3pm.

Departure: All participants depart after the final group clean by 3pm on Sunday, August 30th.

Our Fees Explained

Earthdance is a Public Charity that depends heavily on ticket income to support its Artistic, Cultural and Educational mission. To make participation more accessible across a range of economic realities, most events offer a sliding scale. Please take a moment to consider where you fit best on that scale. Everyone is asked to stretch where possible so that those who cannot may still have access.

When choosing your rate, please reflect on:

Your access to income and wealth, including family and partnership connections in the past, present, and future.
The historical and systemic effects of wealth accumulation based on culture, race, and other marginalized intersections for you and your family.
The relative ease of attending from your region, since some community members can drive to Earthdance while others must account for longer-distance travel.

PRICING: Sliding Scale

REGISTRATION COMING SOON

EARLY BIRD PRICING ends July 15th, 2026

GRATITUDE LODGE Financially Strained $275.00 to Financially Abundant $775.00

CAMPING Financially Strained $225.00 to Financially Abundant $725.00

COMMUTER Financially Strained $200.00 to Financially Abundant $700.00

BASE PRICING starting July 15th – August 19th, 2026

GRATITUDE LODGE Financially Strained $325.00 to Financially Abundant $825.00

CAMPING Financially Strained $275.00 to Financially Abundant $775.00

COMMUTER Financially Strained $250.00 to Financially Abundant $750.00

LATE BIRD PRICING from August 19th – 27th, 2026

GRATITUDE LODGE Financially Strained $375.00 to Financially Abundant $875.00

CAMPING Financially Strained $325.00 to Financially Abundant $925.00

COMMUTER Financially Strained $300.00 to Financially Abundant $900.00

* Registration will end on Thursday, August 27th! *

Equity & Access Tickets

Up to 3 full JAM Equity & Access discounts are available for individuals with financial need. Because people from marginalized communities may face added challenges in spaces where the majority are privileged, these discounted tickets are prioritized for such participants.

Application coming soon. Deadline is August 14th, 2026.

Earthdance supports equity and access across its events, and this offering includes especially strong support for diversity, equity, and inclusion through:

Reduced pricing for people with financial need who self-identify as underrepresented and/or marginalized.
Classes and discussions that support awareness and inclusion throughout the event.

Housing Options

Gratitude Lodge at Earthdance Tickets

Includes a bed in the Gratitude Lodge, event offerings, and food.

The Gratitude Lodge, also known as the Earthdance dorm, is the main lodging facility and is connected to the Farmhouse by a short wooded trail. It includes large and small rooms with dormitory-style bunks and beds in twin and queen sizes, and is included in the base event cost. Beds are available on a first come, first served basis.

Camping Tickets

Includes a camping spot at Earthdance, event offerings, and food.

Commuter Tickets

Includes access to the event offerings and food.

Commuter Health Care: Please use caution when commuting and, if possible, limit travel to and from Earthdance only, avoiding large crowds to help protect the health and well-being of other participants.

Nine Mountain

Nine Mountain is not available.

Cancellation Policy

Refunds are available up to 14 days before the event, through August 14th, minus a $75 processing fee.

No refunds are available within 14 days of the event start date, after August 14th.

Partial refunds may be considered in extenuating circumstances, such as the death of a first- or second-degree family member, or a serious non-preventable illness or accident requiring hospitalization. Any such refund is at the discretion of the local organizers and will be reviewed case by case based on timing and other factors. Refunds are not offered for colds, flu, or COVID after the cancellation date.

Health Precautions

No vaccination status requirements are needed to attend. Please take appropriate steps to limit exposure in the days before arrival. If you are feeling sick, or if you have had known close exposure to someone with COVID within the past 5 days, please stay home to help keep the community well.

COMMUTERS: Please use caution when commuting and, if possible, limit travel to and from your home and Earthdance only, avoiding large crowds to support the health and well-being of other participants.

Participant Community Support

Because Earthdance operates as a community, participation includes contributing to 1-2 work shifts throughout the event, typically meal clean-up, as well as joining the final house clean on the last day. These shared responsibilities are a meaningful way to connect with fellow participants and Earthdance staff while helping you feel more at home in the buildings and grounds. Your care for this shared space is deeply appreciated.

Earthdance’s buildings are ADA accessible. More info here.

Earthdance’s Nudity Policy

HOST BIOS

Hannah Hirsh

Hannah Hirsh facilitates transformational and initiatory work, including Rage Club and Emotional Healing Processes. Her practice combines somatic and emotional tools that help people repattern outdated beliefs and reconnect with their authentic needs and desires.

Jonas Ratza

Jonas Ratza facilitates transformational community design with a focus on visionary processes and team building. With a Master’s in Urban Futures and years of transformational work and mindfulness practice, he bridges personal, interpersonal, and systemic layers for a holistic approach to collective growth.

Nina Chausow

Nina Chausow is a communication coach and relationship systems practitioner. After a decade as a private investigator, tracing the unseen threads in complex investigations, she now helps people, teams, and communities build and implement frameworks for transparent communication, meaningful repair, and value-aligned collaboration. Nina is committed to nurturing relational ecosystems in which individuals and communities can evolve.

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