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Capsule 10 — Value 8

Dance as a sacred experience

Spreading culture with integrity — The responsibility of insiders towards those discovering the scene.

"Dance is both personal and collective. When we move together, look at each other and smile, everything becomes fluid."

This capsule celebrates dance as a sacred experience, the beating heart of S.O.U.L. culture. It reminds us that the dance floor is both intimate and collective, a place where every movement harmonizes with those of others. By structuring the space — dance zones, rest areas or care stations — it shows how conscious organization fosters fluidity, safety and mutual respect. Dancing thus becomes an act of harmony, presence and sharing.

Memorable quotes

"A floor that moves is more airy — it's incredible how everyone dances better when the space breathes."

"Go with the flow, don't push people around. You're at a party, not on the subway."

"We should mark the zones, like on a map: dance, chill, phone, first aid."

Key points

  • Dance is both an intimate and collective act: it requires awareness of the other.
  • Designated zones (dance, chill, rest, care) allow for better circulation and mutual respect.
  • The flow of the floor reflects the shared energy: go with the current, don't push, move with the whole.
  • Implicit signals (glances, gestures, smiles) strengthen connection and consent on the dancefloor.
  • Education about dance floor etiquette is needed to pass on respect to new generations.

Connected themes

Dance
Flow
Intimacy
Transmission
Salon Daomé
Special Thanks
To Salon Daomé for their collaboration and for hosting the workshop-conference of October 17, 2024.
The Workshop

These capsules are the foundation of the S.O.U.L. Code.

16 conversations filmed during the workshop of October 17, 2024 — the voice of those who live the night.

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