TOGETHER
December 31st, 2026 – January 1st, 2027
Carderock Springs Swim & Tennis Club · Bethesda, Maryland
A New Year’s Retreat & Workshop
As we come to the close of another year, we gather to remember that we do not move through this life alone. That we are continually shaping and being shaped by one another. That there is beauty in the unknown, in the spaces between us, and in allowing ourselves to be moved.
TOGETHER
is an invitation to come as you are.
To feel what is here.
To honor what has been.
To let go of what is ready to be released, and
To make room for what we cannot yet imagine.
Two days of music, movement, art, ritual, nourishment and community.
An ending. A beginning. A gathering of bodies and hearts.
Facilitators
Ann Kite
Lead Teacher of The DanceAnand Crossley
Teacher and Producer
Handpan MusicianYogesh Rajkotia
Azure Lea
Installation Artist and Creative Arts FacilitatorSchedule
December 31
Thursday (8:30p - 12:30a)
8:15 Doors open
8:30 - 9:30 Live handpan concert with
Yogesh Rajkotia
9:30 - 9:45 Cacao offering
9:45 - 11:45 The Dance
11:45 - 12:30 Crossing the threshold together
January 1
Friday (2:30p - 10:00p)
2:30 - 6:30 The Dance + Art Journey
6:30 - 7:45 Community Potluck
8:00 - 10:00 The Let Go
Before you come…
No prior experience needed
No prior dance or movement experience is needed. Come as you are and move in ways that feel appropriate for your body. You are always welcome to adjust your movement, pause or rest.
What to wear and bring
Wear comfortable clothes that let you move freely, and bring an extra layer for quieter moments. Please bring a water bottle. Most people dance barefoot. Soft-soled dance shoes, dance paws or dance sneakers are welcome. Street shoes are also acceptable. Socks can be slippery on the hardwood floor, so wear them at your own risk.
Art Journey
All materials for the Creative Arts Journey will be provided.
Community potluck
Please bring a ready-to-serve dish to share, along with any serving utensil it requires. We encourage everyone to label their dish with its ingredients and identify common allergens. No alcohol please. Plates, cups, cutlery and water will be provided. A refrigerator and microwave are available. We cannot guarantee that potluck food will be allergen-free or protected from cross-contact. If you have significant dietary or allergy concerns, please bring food that you know is appropriate for you.
Optional cacao offering
The cacao offering is completely optional. You are welcome to participate with or without drinking it. The cacao is made only with cacao and hot water. Some optional add-on ingredients may be provided. Cacao naturally contains caffeine and theobromine.
Accessibility and accommodations
We want to help you make an informed decision about participating. If you have questions about step-free access, seating, restrooms, the sensory environment or adapting the movement practices, please email info@annkite.com before registering. We will share what we know about the venue and discuss possible accommodations.
photos by Sue Green
Registration
New Year’s Eve + New Year’s Day tickets include The Let Go on January 1st from 8p to 10p. Additional tickets for The Let Go only will go on sale starting December 31st at 8:30p from this page.
Location
Carderock Springs Swim and Tennis Club
8200 Hamilton Spring Ct
Bethesda, MD 20817
Parking is available on site.
Ride sharing: Your registration confirmation email will include a link to The Dance DC WhatsApp rideboard, for requesting and offering rides.
photos by Sue Green
Terms and Conditions
Liability Release
By completing registration for this workshop, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the following terms and conditions, including the refund policy described below.
You voluntarily assume full responsibility for your participation in all workshop activities. You agree to release and hold harmless Ann Kite, Anand Crossley, and Embodiment Group LLC from any and all liability for personal injury, illness, loss, or damages that may occur as a result of your attendance or participation.
You understand that this workshop may involve movement-based practices and emotional or somatic exploration. You acknowledge that you are responsible for your own health and well-being and agree to participate at a level that feels safe and appropriate for your body and personal circumstances. You agree to modify or discontinue participation in any activity as needed to support your health and well-being.
Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy
Full refunds, minus non-refundable payment processing fees (typically 3–4%), are available for 24 hours after purchase. Refund requests must also be received by December 30, 2026 at 8:30 p.m. ET; no refunds will be issued after that deadline, even if the purchase was made less than 24 hours earlier.
Optional refund protection is available during registration and is recommended for those who wish to insure their purchase against unexpected circumstances. This protection will refund your registration costs if you must cancel due to covered unforeseen circumstances. Ann Kite and Embodiment Group LLC do not administer this policy and have no control over the terms, coverage decisions, or refund process.
If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to another participant at no charge.
Force Majeure
The organizers are not responsible for delays, changes, or cancellations caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, severe weather, public health emergencies, government restrictions, venue closures, or other unforeseen circumstances.
In such cases, we will make reasonable efforts to reschedule the event or offer credit toward a future workshop, but refunds cannot be guaranteed.
Program Changes
The organizers reserve the right to make reasonable changes to the workshop schedule, facilitators, or program content if necessary. Such changes do not constitute grounds for a refund.
Event Cancellation
If the organizers cancel this workshop for reasons other than those described in the Force Majeure section, participants will receive a full refund of all registration payments made to Embodiment Group LLC.
The organizers are not responsible for travel expenses booked directly with any third party.
Every effort will be made to provide as much advance notice of cancellation as possible.
Payment Disputes
By completing registration, you agree to the refund policy described above and agree not to initiate a chargeback or payment dispute for fees that fall within these agreed policies. If you have concerns regarding your registration, please contact us at info@annkite.com so we can work toward a resolution.
Photo and Video Release
During the event, we may take photographs or video recordings to share the spirit of the work and help others discover The Dance.
By registering, you consent to the use of your image, voice, and likeness in these materials for promotional purposes.
If you prefer not to appear in photos or videos, simply let us know anytime before publication by emailing info@annkite.com, and we will gladly honor your request.