SCI-MAA's Monthly Ceremonial Guided Movement Meditation |Level 01 | Charlotte
Description
Sacred Linguistic Dance | Pole Dance Ritual Theatre | Snacks and Social Time
"What do you hear when the siren calls?"
Perhaps the haunting song of a beautiful creature, luring sailors to their deaths.
What if the story you’ve been told was never hers?
Before she became the mermaid of our imaginations, the siren had wings. Somewhere along the way, her story was rewritten. Her voice became a threat. Her power became something to fear.
What if she was never calling us to our deaths, but calling us to remember?
The women whose names have been erased. The mothers who feel the wounds of the Earth deep within their wombs. The primordial mother who holds us in her infinite embrace, and rages at the destruction of all she loves. Can you hear her? Will you?
In this one night only ritual theatre piece, you will be guided through a ceremonial movement meditation known as SCI-MAA Sacred Linguistic Dance.
This journey works with your awareness, bringing thoughts to the surface using structured movement and releasing them in moments of complete freedom.
You will be guided to move beyond the stories you have been told, to meet the edges of your awareness and to return to the truth of your own unique expression.
Here, the air becomes water and the sea becomes sky. You are floating, suspended somewhere between the depths of the ocean and the infinite sky.
Held in the waters of the primordial mother, you will witness the many faces of the siren, mother, guardian, the woman whose truth could not be silenced.
Truths that cannot be written, but felt.
The siren is calling.
- Event Information -
Please be informed that the practice encourages all participants to sit directly on the floor. Sitting on the floor enhances skeletal support, offers a stable base for meditation, and provides a grounding effect by being closer to Earth's energy.
The evening will conclude with some snacks, sharing, and socialisation. It will provide an opportunity to meet other attendees.
Children and people with disabilities are encouraged to participate. Please inform us when booking your tickets so that we can arrange to provide the best possible service. This practice aims to embrace greater inclusivity. Your feedback is appreciated.
- What to bring? -
* 👕 Wear comfortable clothing suitable for dancing and sitting on the floor. You are invited to express yourself and feel welcome to wear things you may not normally feel comfortable to. This is not a place of judgement, but a place of freedom.
📍 Location: 📌 3 Gladstone Street Newtown, NSW, 2042 _ Studio 106 @ the FlourMill Space conveniently located on the ground floor of the building and is one of the largest spaces in the building. Parking is limited to arrive early to find available spaces in nearby streets.
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Look forward to sharing an evening with you.
💖With love, the SCI-MAA Guides💖
FAQs
- Can I Practice SCI-MAA If I Am Not Animistic?
Absolutely! You can still engage in SCI-MAA Guided Movement Meditation even if you follow a different religion. The animistic component of the SCI-MAA holistic practice emphasizes that it is not tied to any mainstream religion or philosophy. It is rooted in the belief systems where natural elements—such as plants, animals, rocks, rivers, weather, and even inanimate objects, the Earth—are considered to possess a divine essence, spirit, soul, or consciousness, which blurs the boundaries between the physical and spiritual realms. Therefore, it can be seen as an Animistic practice.
- I have a physical or/and mental disability. Can I still participate in SCI-MAA?
Yes, you are welcome to join the practice! However, it's important to consult with your healthcare provider and general practitioner to ensure that attending is suitable for you. If they approve, please also discuss with them any support you may need from us. We are more than willing to explore how we can offer you the best possible service within the limits of our professional expertise as SCI-MAA Guides. Please note that we do not provide medical advice, discuss symptoms, offer diagnoses, manage conditions, or arrange medical tests. SCI-MAA is a movement meditation practice that incorporates art performance and various holistic modalities, depending on the Guides' professional skills and the SCI-MAA level.
- Can I Bring My Children to the Practice?
Yes, children are more than welcome to join the practice! Previous SCI-MAA Ceremonies during Festivals demonstrated the positive impact on children, who truly enjoyed their experience. We believe that SCI-MAA provides a delightful meditation experience for kids through fun and artistic performances. They always have a great time! However, please inform us in advance if you plan to bring any children. You will need to read and sign the Child Waiver - Parent or Guardian form to obtain parental consent for participation. This form aims to limit the organizer's legal liability by having parents acknowledge the inherent risks and agree not to sue in the event of injury due to negligence. Keep in mind that the enforceability of this waiver depends significantly on clarity, fairness, and local laws, as providers cannot contract out of all responsibility, particularly in cases of gross negligence or faulty equipment.
- Why Do Different Guides Conduct Distinct ceremonies?
Have you ever wondered why each guide holds distinct ceremonies? For instance, one of the SCI-MAA guides was dressed lightly, while another was fully attired. The SCI-MAA practice is not affiliated with any specific religion, as it is rooted in animistic traditions. Each sister is honoured for incorporating her own beliefs into the foundational animistic linguistic practices. Some guides incorporate pagan rituals as part of their holistic services when they are not engaged in SCI-MAA. Others come from Christian or Muslim backgrounds, where the acknowledgment of God, Allah, Divine or Angelic beings holds significance. Certain SCI-MAA guides honour the Land, Gaia, and the Trees, creating ceremonies to pay tribute to these elements. Additionally, some guides conduct ceremonies to explore and honour their own bodily or emotional differences, independent of religious affiliations. While SCI-MAA guides are unique in their approaches, they all share a commonality: they communicate through the same Sacred Linguistic Dance. SCI-MAA is about honouring Diversity!
- I've come across various guides showcasing art performances featuring unusual, distorted facial expressions. Why is it the case?
SCI-MAA Ceremonies incorporate art performance influenced by guides' artistic skills, traditions, and beliefs during ceremonies.
Facial expressions serve as powerful storytelling tools, conveying internal thoughts and emotions without dialogue. The presence of facial expressions and gestures in performance art storytelling is highly encouraged within this practice.
Sabine, the founder of the practice, is renowned for her use of facial expressions in her ceremonies, adapting them to match the theme of each event.
In the realm of art performance, facial expressions serve as powerful non-verbal tools that connect the performer to the audience. Moreover, they play a vital role in authentic storytelling and build a connection with the audience.
Facial expressions have an essential role in bringing up emotions, sometimes we were not aware of.
Body and facial languages communicate meaning thru the performance by the Guide during the Ceremony.
SCI-MAA is a Movement Meditation that can be experienced in a conventional meditation arrangement, workshop, one-to-one session, and Ceremony. And in a Ceremony arrangement, art performance and facial expressions are welcomed! They are part of the guidance and the experience.
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