As a lifelong dancer, ASHTARA’S sets are curated to move the body & breath into new shapes, dimensions, and unchartered explorations. Heavy bass hittters, dirty trap, world beats, and glimmering organic sounds are woven into a journey of returning to Self. With 15+ years experience as a professional dancer turned Somatic Dance Guide, DJing became a natural extension of her work. Movement and music together heals. DJing with the likes of Maddy O’Neal and featured at various festivals from the Hawaiian islands to Guatemala, the sets are a true eclectic yet curated experience tailored for you. Check out her SoundCloud for a taste.
SOMATIC DANCE GUIDE- EXPERIENCE:
Creator and Lead Trainer of IN:PULSE and SOMA & SOUL
In-Person Somatic Dance Training Cohorts
Have led over 100+ students through these trainings and accompanying offerings; giving them tools in expressive movement therapy.
Creator and Lead Trainer of Embodied Muse, Re:VIVE Your Vibe, and Core Essence
Online Embodiment Trainings
Dozens of students trained in feminine movement arts, voice, breath, and dance techniques.
Creator and Host of 'Maui's Movement & Sound Celebration' Retreats
Multiple weekend long retreats with 50+ participants; Hosted at Hale Akua Eco Retreat.
Creator of Maui's Organic Ecstatic Dance:
Held space for 2+ years to large groups on a weekly basis; taught opening class, circle work, DJing and closing meditation. Hosted at Maui Aerial Arts.
Maui Jail System
Teaching weekly Yoga and Dance classes to female inmates in yoga, breathwork, dance, trauma integration, & nervous system regulation.
MORE:
Asst. Teacher to Dance as Medicine, El Salvador with Milena Mee
Asst. Teacher to 5 Rhythms, Maui Hawaii with Masha Tretiakova
Demo for Amy Secada & Heather Christie at Envision Festival
Facilitator at festivals & events across the globe including Embodiment (Guatemala), Beloved Festival, Embody (Big Island), Ecstatic Dance Bus Tour, Daybreaker, & MORE.
Professional Universal Dance Association (UDA) Instructor
DJ PERFORMANCES
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RECENT PERFORMANCES:
Closer for Maddy O'Neal at Stonehouse, Nevada City, CA
Live DJ Performance across the West Coast Ecstatic Dances.
Resident DJ at Hula Hula Kai Ecstatic Dance, Maui, HI
DJ & Facilitator at Embodiment Festival, Guatemala, Lake Atitlan
DJ & Facilitator at Embody Fest, Big Island Hawaii
DJ Performances at Ahimsa Sanctuary, Awalau Forest, Empanada Lady, Booch & Co., Lahaina Art Fair, & many more.
Live DJ Performance across the West Coast Ecstatic Dances.
Resident DJ at Hula Hula Kai Ecstatic Dance, Maui, HI
DJ & Facilitator at Embodiment Festival, Guatemala, Lake Atitlan
DJ & Facilitator at Embody Fest, Big Island Hawaii
DJ Performances at Ahimsa Sanctuary, Awalau Forest, Empanada Lady, Booch & Co., Lahaina Art Fair, & many more.