September 15th, 2025 at Naumburg Bandshell, Central Park

September 15, 2025

Dance Is Life Lands For The Final Time This Season at Naumburg Bandshell, Central Park

Dance Is Life arrived for the FINAL TIME this season (5) at Naumburg Bandshell, Central Park. This finale was one of a kind for various reasons — the energy was electric, accessibility was a priority, and we partied well past sunset! Thank you to all of YOU, our beautiful community members, for making this movement possible season after season. These photos only scratch the surface — the love, care, support, and communal trust ran deep on 9/15. We were again, so grateful for the infectious, celebratory energy. The Movers danced in pairs, individually, and in a communal, cypher style setting. Every dancer at this event made an impact and motivated surrounding participants to embrace their authenticity to the fullest! Thank you and stay dancing! See you for Season 6, Dance Is Life Family! Xoxo

Photography by David D.G.Noble

Dance Is Life Lands For The Final Time This Season at Naumburg Bandshell, Central Park

We Lead With Respect

Everyone in this space deserves to feel seen, safe, and honored. We greet one another with kindness and affirm each other’s right to set boundaries, move freely, and express themselves fully - on and off the dance floor.

Consent is Ongoing

All touch and all intimacy - whether a dance, a hug, or a conversation - begins with consent. This means asking before initiating and respecting the answer with grace, no pressure. Consent can change at any time, and we trust each other to listen and respond with care.

We Notice Power and Make Space

We Hold Ourselves Accountable with Love

If someone shares that we’ve hurt or made them uncomfortable, we listen. We don’t get defensive. We reflect. Growth is welcome here, and being called in is an invitation to be more in alignment with our values of care.

We Move With Generosity, Not Judgment

Gossip, exclusion, or shaming have no place here. We give each other the benefit of the doubt, while still upholding boundaries that protect our collective well-being. If conflict arises, we approach it with care and seek resolution, not punishment.

Harm Has Consequences

This is a living code.

We grow together. We make mistakes. We forgive. We stay rooted in our purpose: to create space where everyone can move freely, feel joy deeply, and be their full, radiant selves.

Dance Is Life Lands For The Final Time This Season at Naumburg Bandshell, Central Park

September 3rd, 2025 at Manhattan West Plaza

We Lead With Respect

Everyone in this space deserves to feel seen, safe, and honored. We greet one another with kindness and affirm each other’s right to set boundaries, move freely, and express themselves fully - on and off the dance floor.

Consent is Ongoing

All touch and all intimacy - whether a dance, a hug, or a conversation - begins with consent. This means asking before initiating and respecting the answer with grace, no pressure. Consent can change at any time, and we trust each other to listen and respond with care.

We Notice Power and Make Space

We Hold Ourselves Accountable with Love

If someone shares that we’ve hurt or made them uncomfortable, we listen. We don’t get defensive. We reflect. Growth is welcome here, and being called in is an invitation to be more in alignment with our values of care.

We Move With Generosity, Not Judgment

Gossip, exclusion, or shaming have no place here. We give each other the benefit of the doubt, while still upholding boundaries that protect our collective well-being. If conflict arises, we approach it with care and seek resolution, not punishment.

Harm Has Consequences

This is a living code.

We grow together. We make mistakes. We forgive. We stay rooted in our purpose: to create space where everyone can move freely, feel joy deeply, and be their full, radiant selves.