A Shamanic Sound Healing & Ecstatic Dance Experience
Join us at the Studio at Illuminations on Saturday, March 21st for an evening of movement, connection, and transformation through sound and dance.
The evening begins at 6:00 pm with time to connect with fellow participants over light snacks and refreshments. At 6:45, the music begins, inviting you into a shamanic journey of ecstatic dance and sound healing frequencies designed to help release emotions and stagnant energies held within the body.
This is a welcoming space for everyone—whether you choose to dance freely, move gently from a chair, or simply allow the vibrations to move through you. There is no wrong way to experience this journey. Let the music guide you as you reconnect with your body, spirit, and the healing power of sound.
As the evening winds down, we'll rest together in sacred silence, allowing integration and stillness. Space will be held for anyone who wishes to share their experience with the group.
Come as you are. Move as you need. Release what no longer serves you.
Sat, March 21st | 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm | $35 Registration
Location: The Studio at Illuminations
Illuminations is located inside The Cherry Building at 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401. The studio is down the hall from the Center Shop.
What to Expect:
Join us for a transformative experience filled with grounding and uplifting sound healing frequencies designed to ground and energize your body, mind, and spirit.
- Light snacks + refreshments
- Social connection
- Floral essences available
- Sound healing instruments
- Amplifiers to enhance the bass
- Ending with sacred silence
The Benefits of Sound Healing + Ecstatic Dance
Sound healing and ecstatic dance offer profound pathways to physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Sound healing harnesses the vibrational power of instruments like singing bowls, gongs, and tuning forks to help reduce stress, promote deep relaxation, and restore balance to the body's energy systems. Many participants report improved sleep, decreased anxiety, and a greater sense of inner peace after sessions.
Ecstatic dance complements this beautifully by creating a judgment-free space where movement becomes meditation. Through free-form dancing to diverse musical journeys, participants release stored tension, connect with their authentic selves, and experience the joy of uninhibited self-expression.
Together, these practices invite you to explore healing beyond words—through vibration, rhythm, and the wisdom of your own body.
About Laina Pilkenton
Laina Pilkenton is a trained and experienced sound healing and energetic practitioner who has learned from multiple teachers over the years. Laina began her journey with Core Shamanism and aspects of Andean Shamanism, and has since focused on practicing Seiðr (Norse "Shamanism").
She maintains an individual practice inside Illuminations where she offers a variety of services including shamanic healing, Runic divination, Reiki, sound healing, spiritual guidance, and more.