Mandoria Holistic Dance & Movement Camp

Dates: May 23rd – 27th, 2025
Location: Mid Devon

         Tucked away in the idyllic Devon  countryside, , this yearly camp offers an intimate retreat focused on community, creativity, and connection through movement. With only a small number of  tickets available, this is a                            very welcoming event that provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for all.

 

What is Mandoria?

Mandoria represents a place where diverse worlds, disciplines, and traditions merge. Here, participants are invited to experience a wide variety of dance and movement modalities. From flamenco to Italian folk song, from yoga to circus skills, the camp allows you to explore new practices, enhance current skills, deepen your connection with your body, and expand your confidence and vitality through movement.

Children are welcome, please see info at end of page.

Workshops Include:

  • Flamenco dance with Karina Gracia
  • Salsa with Abes Cisse
  • Italian folk dance with Ilaria La Tarantella
  • Italian folk song with Valentina Todino
  • Alexander Technique with Anita Bennet
  • Egyptian belly dance with Ilaria Belly Dance
  • Irish dance with Lucy Slemmings
  • English folk singing with Michelle Ridings
  • Qi Gong with Kath Conway
  • Yoga with Leah Tolman
  • Circus skills with Nerea Yarto
  • Neo Andalusi with Ilaria Belly Dance

Why Mandoria?

Mandoria is more than just a dance camp – it’s a space to connect with others, explore new styles of movement, and celebrate the joy of dance in a vibrant and inclusive community. Whether you’re an experienced dancer or brand new to movement, this camp offers something for everyone.

What’s Included in the Ticket Price

  • 3 day full access to all workshops
  • Four nights of camping (bring your own tent or van) with hot showers, loos.
  • Fully catered vegetarian meals, with delicious homemade cakes, teas, coffees, and herb teas available throughout
  • Evening entertainment and socials, including performances and parties

Tickets

(Payment plan available, please enquire)

Early Bird (limited availability, ends 14th March): £300

Standard Tickets: £330

There is a very limited number of the following:

Single Day Tickets: £115

Child 4 & under: Free*

Child 5-12yr: £45*

Child 12-18yr: £50*

Available extras

  • Glamping
  • Massage & holistic therapies
  • Handmade goods to buy

 

Evening Socials:

  • Arrivals from 5pm Friday.
    Friday night: Ecstatic Dance Fancy dress Party
  • Saturday night: Latin night: performances and latin DJ Abes Cisse
  • Sunday night: Nos Lowen (traditional Cornish dance night) with live band Bagas Fellyon (Duo) & dance leaders
  • Monday night:  Optional group showcase from workshops, & party in barn.
  • Campfire each evening

Accommodation:

The camping area is just two minutes easy stroll away from the workshop areas and offers both compost and flushing toilets, hot showers, and scenic views.

Optional Extras:

  • Glamping options and farmhouse rooms are available for an additional cost.
  • On-site holistic therapists for massage and other treatments (book in advance or during the event)
  • Opportunity to bring and sell or trade your wares – no fee to you- just let us know in advance!

Location Highlights:

The venue, a stunning old farm, features a soundproofed barn with a semi-sprung dance floor, additional workshop spaces, eating areas and plenty of rural charm.

Surrounded by breathtaking coastal walks, gorgeous beaches and natural beauty, it’s an ideal place to relax and recharge.

Travel Information:

Nearest train station: Liskeard (approximately twenty minutes south of the venue)

Exact location details will be sent upon booking to maintain the venue’s off-grid privacy.

Lift shares can be coordinated through an optional WhatsApp group for attendees, both for travelling from afar, and from rail stations.

Day Tickets & Child Tickets:

Day & Children’s Tickets: 

There is a small number of day tickets available on Friday, Saturday & Sunday. A Day ticket includes all workshops, lunch, dinner, cakes etc for that day, plus the evening entertainment, one nights camping & one breakfast (arrival day or leaving day)

Children: Children are welcome to attend with participating adults. The workshops are aimed at adults, however children are welcome if able to participate, the pricing of tickets is therefore reflecting the general age ability to join in! Only weekend tickets are available for children not day tickets, but under 4s can come with you free on any ticket. 

 

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