The Sanctuary Village
A quiet riverside hub for bodywork, breath, sound, and gentle guidance. Consent-first, trauma-aware, and accessible by design.
What the Sanctuary is (and why it matters)
The festival’s nervous-system reset button. Step away from the noise, receive care, and return to the dance grounded and clear.
Compassion in practice
Safer-space agreements, clear consent, and scope-of-practice boundaries to keep everyone supported.
Skilled, heart-led care
Licensed bodyworkers, trained facilitators, and vetted community practitioners guided by the Serenity Codex.
Designed to soothe
Shade, soft light, quiet soundscapes, and cozy seating nooks—engineered for downshifting.
Therapies & offerings
Drop-in or pre-book. Sessions are light-touch and collaborative—your needs lead.
Breathwork
Gentle patterns to settle the system. Five- to twenty-minute formats, solo or guided micro-groups.
Low intensitySound & vibration
Bowls, chimes, and psydub/ambient layers via iPlayer 432—tuned for clarity at low volume.
Seated or reclinedMassage & bodywork
Head/hand/feet, aromatherapy, assisted stretching. Table and chair options with consent check-ins.
Qualified providersEnergy & Reiki
Light-touch or no-touch balancing with clear opt-in boundaries and grounding aftercare.
Opt-in touchHerbal & tea consults
Simple blends for hydration and calm. Herbal guidance for the weekend—no medical claims.
Tea barIntegration corners
Journaling prompts, body-doubling rest mats, and peer support circles facilitated daily.
Quiet zone
How it works
Simple, transparent, and paced for your comfort.
1) Arrive & check in
Visit the host desk. We share the consent note, scope, and options. You choose pace and touch level.
2) Pick a session
Scan the QR board to see practitioners and slots, or add your name to the drop-in list.
3) Intention & care
Set a simple intention. Practitioners use iDj/iPlayer playlists that match the tone you choose.
4) Aftercare & integration
Water, tea, a few breaths, and an integration card to take with you. Return anytime.
Space & accessibility
Riverside location, clear paths, and hosts trained in access support.
Quiet etiquette
Whisper voice beyond entry rugs. Phone-free inside—step out for calls/photos.
Routes & seating
Marked access routes, low seating variety, and shaded rest zones with stable surfaces.
Safer space policy
No substances in session zones. Clear consent, opt-out anytime, and fast escalation to care team if needed.
Booking & sliding-scale pricing
We keep care accessible. Pay what you can within the suggested range—subsidy fund covers the rest.
| Service | Duration | Suggested | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breath reset | 10–20 min | €5–€15 | Seated; low-stim |
| Chair massage | 15–25 min | €15–€35 | Neck/shoulders/hands |
| Energy/Reiki | 20–30 min | €10–€30 | Light or no touch |
| Sound mini-journey | 20–30 min | €10–€25 | iPlayer 432 + live accents |
No one turned away for lack of funds. Ask the host desk about the Compassion Fund.
Daily rhythm (sample)
Exact times post at the entrance daily and within the festival app board.
| Time | Offering | Facilitator | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 | Arrival breath & stretch | Care Team | Open mats |
| 11:00 | Chair massage block | Bodywork Collective | Booths A–C |
| 15:00 | Sound mini-journeys | Breathe Records Hosts | Quiet dome |
| 18:00 | Integration circle | Sanctuary Hosts | Tea lounge |
| 22:00 | Low-light wind-down | Care Team | All zones |
Practitioners & hosts
Skilled, vetted, and kindness-forward. We match skills to needs and keep caseloads humane.
Bodywork Collective
Licensed therapists offering short, effective sessions with clear boundaries and check-ins.
Find a slotBreath & Integration
Facilitators trained in gentle, accessible breath patterns and post-session grounding.
How sessions runSound Stewards
iDj/iPlayer hosts curating 432Hz ambient sets; stories guide the arc from soften → open → integrate.
See set timesWhat it feels like
From frazzled to soft-eyed. From rushed to present. Five minutes can change a whole day.
FAQ
Do I need to book?
Walk-ins are welcome, but booking secures your slot. See the host desk for last-minute availability.
Is it accessible?
Yes—marked routes, low seats, and host support. Tell us what you need; we’ll adapt where possible.
How does consent work?
We review options and touch levels up front. You can pause or stop anytime—no explanation required.
What should I bring?
Water bottle, layers, and an open mind. Cups welcome at the tea bar; we have spares if you forget.
Contact & participation
Questions, access needs, or group bookings? We’ll reply with options and next steps.
We read every message. Compassion first, always.