What we’re about
At Manawa, we’re on a mission to build a community without judgment or competition. Instead, we want to create an environment filled with love, kindness, and respect towards oneself and others.
Our events are all about self expression through ecstatic dance and the arts connecting us to ourselves, to be guided by our hearts, we belief that each of us has a unique heartbeat, connecting us through frequency and energy.
Together, we can create a space where everyone feels valued and heard, and where the heartbeat of the people is felt in every interaction, and where we arrive at the realisation that we are one with the world and the universe.
He manawa o te tangata. The heartbeat of the people.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Manawa Ecstatic DanceThe Button Factory, Auckland
Manawa is a movement.
Our mission is to create safe spaces where people can explore and express their inner worlds through ecstatic dance and the arts in Tāmaki Makaurau, the ancestral land of the Ngāti Whātua, Tainui, and Ngāti Pāoa peoples.Ecstatic Dance is a free-form movement and dance practice that focuses on self-expression, liberation, and connection.
There are no specific steps or structured routines; instead, it encourages participants to move in ways that feel natural and authentic to them, guided by Ecstatic Dance DJs' carefully curated sound journeys.This allows our bodies to express emotions, feelings, and energies freely, leading with their manawa (hearts) and connecting deeply with themselves and the community.
We believe in the profound healing power of self-expression, viewing it as essential medicine for the soul.
This process not only heals but also serves as a guiding force, encouraging individuals to live authentically and deeply from the manawa (heart)
No dance experience is required; everyone is welcomed as they are.
To ensure the safety and comfort of all participants, we adhere to strict guidelines:
- No alcohol
- No shoes
- No phones
- No talkingWe also encourage everyone to wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle.
See you on the dance floor!
Tickets!
Online: $20
On the door cash or bank transfer: $25Manawa
At Manawa, we’re on a mission to build a community without judgment or competition. Instead, we want to create an environment filled with love, kindness, and respect towards oneself and others.
Our events are all about self expression through ecstatic dance and the arts connecting us to ourselves, to be guided by our hearts, we belief that each of us has a unique heartbeat, connecting us through frequency and energy.
Together, we can create a space where everyone feels valued and heard, and where the heartbeat of the people is felt in every interaction, and where we arrive at the realisation that we are one with the world and the universe.
He manawa o te tangata. The heartbeat of the people.
**Website: https://www.manawa.one/**
Instagram: instagram.com/manawa.one
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UriartstudioAnirvan Deva has been DJing for over three decades and is one of the most versatile DJs in Aotearoa. His ability to adapt to different styles depending on the place, time, and crowd is truly impressive.
He’s well-known for setting the mood with luscious Berlin Slow-Tech gems mixed with top Multicultural Downtempo tracks, or for lighting up the dance floor with grooving Organic Tech tracks and even some classic Bangers.
Whether he’s creating powerful Ecstatic Dance journeys or performing at festivals and clubs, Anirvan Deva knows how to dial in his set to create the perfect vibe, using his extensive experience to continuously shape the sounds around him.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anirvan.deva.dj
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/anirvandeva/
Soundcloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/AdV2ZxXgLja54t5a9 - Manawa Cacao Ecstatic DanceThe Button Factory, Auckland
We are beyond excited to welcome back the internationally celebrated Zana Prana!
After captivating audiences worldwide, Zana returns to New Zealand fresh from playing at renowned festivals like Envision and touring across the Americas. Known for her visionary DJ sets, soul-healing acoustic concerts, and transformative sound journeys, Zana Prana is a powerful force in the global conscious music scene.
On this Cacao Dance Tour, Zana brings her unique fusion of sound, ritual, and heart-opening energy to guide you on a profound journey of connection and self-discovery.
Through a harmonious blend of melodic bass, celestial vocals, live instruments, and medicine-infused melodies, her music transcends the ordinary, creating a sacred space for movement, healing, and authentic expression.
This is more than just a dance—it’s an invitation to awaken your spirit, align with the rhythm of your heart, and embrace the healing power of music and movement.Manawa is a movement rooted in creating safe spaces where people can explore and express their inner worlds through ecstatic dance and the arts. In the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau, the ancestral land of the Ngāti Whātua, Tainui, and Ngāti Pāoa peoples.
We gather to celebrate self-expression, liberation, and connection.
Ecstatic Dance is a free-form movement practice that encourages natural, authentic expression without any specific steps or routines.Guided by the curated sound journeys of our Ecstatic Dance DJs, this practice allows the body to express emotions, energies, and feelings freely, leading with the manawa (heart) and connecting deeply with oneself and the community.
We believe in the profound healing power of self-expression. It is not only a source of personal transformation but also a guiding force that empowers individuals to live from the heart, authentically and deeply.
No dance experience is necessary; everyone is welcome, just as they are.
To ensure the safety and comfort of all participants, we adhere to strict guidelines:No alcohol
No shoes
No phones
No talkingWe also encourage everyone to wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle.
The Price of the ticket includes Seleno Ceremonial Cacao before the dance :)
See you on the dance floor!
Tickets!
Online: $35
On the door cash or bank transfer: $40
Manawa
At Manawa, we’re on a mission to build a community without judgment or competition. Instead, we want to create an environment filled with love, kindness, and respect towards oneself and others.
Our events are all about self expression through ecstatic dance and the arts connecting us to ourselves, to be guided by our hearts, we belief that each of us has a unique heartbeat, connecting us through frequency and energy.
Together, we can create a space where everyone feels valued and heard, and where the heartbeat of the people is felt in every interaction, and where we arrive at the realisation that we are one with the world and the universe.
He manawa o te tangata. The heartbeat of the people.
Website: https://www.manawa.one/
Instagram: instagram.com/manawa.one
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Uriartstudio
Zana Prana
DJ, Singer & Musical Alchemist hailing from New Zealand. Fueled by a fervent desire to unlock realms of liberation, she orchestrates musical odysseys that brim with diverse influences, fostering a profound sense of culture, connection, and transformation.
Her repertoire encompasses a kaleidoscope of elements: ethereal vocals, live instruments, medicine-infused melodies, resonant basslines, emotion evoking classics, and a rich tapestry of indigenous and ritualistic world music.
What sets her apart are her celestial vocals, infusing each performance to bring you home to yourself and inspire you to unveil the essence of your being.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/zana.prana
Soundcloud:
https://on.soundcloud.com/7hSw7xZ3a9VX4PWk9
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5AGV4BHhBUFxb2tsUZwMOZ
Website: https://www.zanaprana.com/ - Manawa Ecstatic DanceThe Button Factory, Auckland
Manawa is a movement.
Our mission is to create safe spaces where people can explore and express their inner worlds through ecstatic dance and the arts in Tāmaki Makaurau, the ancestral land of the Ngāti Whātua, Tainui, and Ngāti Pāoa peoples.Ecstatic Dance is a free-form movement and dance practice that focuses on self-expression, liberation, and connection.
There are no specific steps or structured routines; instead, it encourages participants to move in ways that feel natural and authentic to them, guided by Ecstatic Dance DJs' carefully curated sound journeys.This allows our bodies to express emotions, feelings, and energies freely, leading with their manawa (hearts) and connecting deeply with themselves and the community.
We believe in the profound healing power of self-expression, viewing it as essential medicine for the soul.
This process not only heals but also serves as a guiding force, encouraging individuals to live authentically and deeply from the manawa (heart)
Ladyfem crafts multi-genre music journeys which create intrigue, taking dancers through different movement expressions with sounds to tantalise.
A regular DJ within somatic dance spaces, she is skilled at curating soundsxapes that transcend boundaries for people who want to move.
Expect lush bass lines which feel delicious in your body, sprinkled with a few surprises and woven together the sacred to bring something truly unique.
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/femke.burger.5
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/for_i_am_fem/
No dance experience is required; everyone is welcomed as they are.
To ensure the safety and comfort of all participants, we adhere to strict guidelines:
- No alcohol
- No shoes
- No phones
- No talkingWe also encourage everyone to wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle.
See you on the dance floor!
Tickets!
Online: $20
On the door cash or bank transfer: $25Manawa
At Manawa, we’re on a mission to build a community without judgment or competition. Instead, we want to create an environment filled with love, kindness, and respect towards oneself and others.
Our events are all about self expression through ecstatic dance and the arts connecting us to ourselves, to be guided by our hearts, we belief that each of us has a unique heartbeat, connecting us through frequency and energy.
Together, we can create a space where everyone feels valued and heard, and where the heartbeat of the people is felt in every interaction, and where we arrive at the realisation that we are one with the world and the universe.
He manawa o te tangata. The heartbeat of the people.
**Website: https://www.manawa.one/**
Instagram: instagram.com/manawa.one
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UriartstudioAnirvan Deva has been DJing for over three decades and is one of the most versatile DJs in Aotearoa. His ability to adapt to different styles depending on the place, time, and crowd is truly impressive.
He’s well-known for setting the mood with luscious Berlin Slow-Tech gems mixed with top Multicultural Downtempo tracks, or for lighting up the dance floor with grooving Organic Tech tracks and even some classic Bangers.
Whether he’s creating powerful Ecstatic Dance journeys or performing at festivals and clubs, Anirvan Deva knows how to dial in his set to create the perfect vibe, using his extensive experience to continuously shape the sounds around him.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anirvan.deva.dj
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/anirvandeva/
Soundcloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/AdV2ZxXgLja54t5a9
