** This is the live DJ set recording from the Ecstatic Dance portion of this "Root.Rise.Release" Full Moon Breath & Dance Ritual from March.Runtime: approx 85 minutes.The next instalment of this epic Root.Rise.Release: Breath & Dance Ritual is coming up in Toronto on FRIDAY, MAY 17th.For information & tickets:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rootriserelease-breath-dance-ritual-tickets-890082028307?aff=oddtdtcreatorThis notable moon ritual was a larger gathering with Tao blessings/energetic transmissions, cacao ceremony, discussion about astrology & current themes, and an hour of somatic breathwork, which all lead into an ecstatic dance journey (DJ'ed by yours truly) to move some energy and celebrate the full moon, the new season, new astrological/energetic year, community and life! A social and light potluck rounded out the event.The process is incredible, and when everyone in this large group allows their magic to flow, it is an unbelievable experience. I am incredibly grateful to be a part of it and to be serving in this way.Cacao is the plant medicine offering for this ritual. I have been serving this beautiful heart-opening elixir because of my understanding that the heart is the gateway/portal in which we receive the highest truth and infinite wisdom from our Soul (or universe). Thus, having the heart open helps us to be able to access this information.The BREATH is everything, it happens both consciously and unconsciously. When we bring our awareness to it and breathe with intention - big things can happen. Somatic breathwork invigorates the body, mind and spirit as we bring this up-regulating breath of life through our bodies, exploring all parts of us. When we breathe in this way, our nervous system becomes awakened which results in the ability to access stagnant energy and emotions that have been stored deep down in the body. This can present physically such as temperature changes, shaking, yawning and cramping (which can also be caused by the fluctuation of our blood chemistry). We can also experience an array of emotional experiences from anger, sadness and grief to joy and bliss. Sounds are encouraged and space is made specifically for that as it helps to tone the Vagus nerve and to move energy. All of the sounds and emotions are welcome - all parts of YOU are welcome.Dance is another potent form of medicine to heal the mind, body and soul as physical movement aids in transmuting (stuck and or stagnant) energy held within us. My ethos with how I guide ecstatic dance is through the chakra system, from root to crown; the music is to activate these different parts of us and help move the energy through our being. I mindfully guide us from the breathwork into slow and gentle movement as we build the energy back up during our dance. My "job" is to move us from stillness up to peak states and back down again, allowing for wild expansion and returning to a grounded and harmonious state.Follow me for the latest updates:https://linktr.ee/MattyRyce

We welcome the first lunation of May and the first new moon after an intense April, Aries & eclipse seasons - Taurus is here to bring a grounded reprieve from this firey start to the new energetic year.The energy of the New Moon is at its peak on Tuesday, May 7th at around 11:20 PM (ET) and is present for 2-3 days on each side of this point.This New Moon Ritual is here to support you on your journey - emotionally, mentally, energetically and spiritually as well as with your integration, and I am honoured to serve you in this way.The moon ritual includes cacao ceremony, Tao blessings/energetic transmissions, discussion about astrology & current themes, an hour of somatic breathwork, an hour-long sound journey meditation, energy healing/recalibration (using Tao Healing Hands & Reiki), as well as journaling and sharing circle to support integration and connecting with community.**THIS IS THE RECORDING OF THE RITUAL (cacao ceremony, Tao blessing, discussion about astrology along with journal prompts).Runtime is approximately 52 minutesMake yourself a comfortable, distraction-free sacred space.Bring a cup of cacao (if you wish to take part in the opening cacao ceremony) and/or water, a journal & writing instrument, and an open mind & heart.FLOW (& Timestamp)Intro, 3 breaths, setting the container & cacao ceremony (0:00)Tao blessing/energetic transmission (21:00)Astrology & energetic theme discussion (27:30)If this transmission resonates and you wish to amplify the energy, pay-what-you-can donations are graciously appreciated and accepted:https://paypal.me/mattyryceHere is the playlist for the breathwork and the sound journey:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6fO47wlW8rNAX9a1pv6wU9?si=5b0056b645ad43ca&pt=0f418f67e7b7a2d17890b86a9e51bcf4If you have any other questions or wish to get on my mailing list (for special offers and news), please feel free to message me at mattyryce@outlook.comThe next lunation is the Sagittarius Full Moon during upcoming Gemini season on May 23rd - I will be in Europe for our first retreat taking place in Tuscany, Italy from May 26th - June 1st (there are a couple of spots left if this sparks your interest) Check out my Linktree for access to all of the info and to stay up to date with my offerings: https://linktr.ee/MattyRyceFor now, I have an in-person men's gathering on Thurs. May 9th for those in the Toronto/Ontario area.Modern Masculine Men's Circle info: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/modern-masculine-mens-circle-may-edition-tickets-896865427637?aff=oddtdtcreatorAND a big send-off gathering Root.Rise.Release: Breath & Dance Ritual (again, in Toronto) on Thursday, May 16th.  Cacao Ceremony, Somatic Breathwork, Ecstatic Dance followed by Community Social.Join us here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rootriserelease-breath-dance-ritual-tickets-890082028307?aff=oddtdtcreatorWelcome to the journey; trust it and thrive.Mat

We welcome the first lunation after an intense eclipse season where the dark waters of Scorpio juxtapose the earthiness of Taurus. Are these fixed signs resulting in stagnancy of emotions and stubborness to change? What has come up over these recent eclipses to be observed, processed and integrated? Can we find balance in grounded flow, allowing deep intense feelings and beliefs to move - even if they disrupt our desire for comfort?The moon ritual includes cacao ceremony, Tao blessings/energetic transmissions, discussion about astrology & current themes, an hour of somatic breathwork, an hour-long sound journey meditation, energy healing/recalibration (using Tao Healing Hands & Reiki), as well as journaling and sharing circle to support integration and connecting with community.This Full Moon Ritual is here to support you on your journey - emotionally, mentally, energetically and spiritually as well as with your integration, and I am honoured to serve you in this way.The energy of the Full Moon is at its peak on Tuesday, April 23rd at around 7:45 PM (ET) and is present for 2-3 days on each side of this point.**THIS IS THE RECORDING OF THE RITUAL (cacao ceremony, Tao blessing, discussion about astrology).Runtime is approximately 49 minutesMake yourself a comfortable, distraction-free sacred space.Bring a cup of cacao (if you wish to take part in the opening cacao ceremony) and/or water, a journal & writing instrument, and an open mind & heart.FLOW (& Timestamp)Intro, 3 breaths, setting the container & cacao ceremony (0:00)Tao blessing/energetic transmission (20:07)Astrology & energetic theme discussion (29:06)If this transmission resonates and you wish to amplify the energy, pay-what-you-can donations are graciously appreciated and accepted:https://paypal.me/mattyryceHere is the playlist for the breathwork and the sound journey:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2YuBIeZ98Rx9UcKZjtqcre?si=9288a86172344049If you have any other questions or wish to get on my mailing list (for special offers and news), please feel free to message me at mattyryce@outlook.comThe next lunation is the New Moon in Taurus on May 7th.Check out my Linktree to stay up to date with my offerings: https://linktr.ee/MattyRyce(I will be holding an in-person gathering for this new moon on Sunday, May 5th).Welcome to the journey; trust it and thrive.Matty.

** This is the live DJ set recording from the Ecstatic Dance portion of this "Root.Rise.Release" Full Moon Breath & Dance Ritual from the end of December that celebrated my 44th solar return.This notable moon ritual is a larger gathering with Tao blessings/energetic transmissions, cacao ceremony, brief discussion about astrology & current themes, and an hour of somatic breathwork, which all lead into an ecstatic dance journey (DJ'ed by yours truly) to move some energy and celebrate the full moon, the new season, new astrological/energetic year, community and life! A social and light potluck will round out the event.Cacao is the plant medicine offering for this ritual. I have been serving this beautiful heart-opening elixir because of my understanding that the heart is the gateway/portal in which we receive the highest truth and infinite wisdom from our Soul (or universe). Thus, having the heart open helps us to be able to access this information.The BREATH is everything, it happens both consciously and unconsciously. When we bring our awareness to it and breathe with intention - big things can happen. Somatic breathwork invigorates the body, mind and spirit as we bring this up-regulating breath of life through our bodies, exploring all parts of us. When we breathe in this way, our nervous system becomes awakened which results in the ability to access stagnant energy and emotions that have been stored deep down in the body. This can present physically such as temperature changes, shaking, yawning and cramping (which can also be caused by the fluctuation of our blood chemistry). We can also experience an array of emotional experiences from anger, sadness and grief to joy and bliss. Sounds are encouraged and space is made specifically for that as it helps to tone the Vagus nerve and to move energy. All of the sounds and emotions are welcome - all parts of YOU are welcome.Dance is another powerful and potent form of medicine to heal the mind, body and soul as physical movement aids in transmuting (stuck and or stagnant) energy held within us. My ethos with how I guide ecstatic dance is through the chakra system, from root to crown; the music is to activate these different parts of us and help move the energy through our being. I mindfully guide us from the breathwork into slow and gentle movement as we build the energy back up during our dance. My "job" is to move us from stillness up to peak states and back down again, allowing for wild expansion and returning to a grounded and harmonious state.The process is magic, and when everyone in this large group allows their magic to flow, it is an unbelievable experience. I am incredibly grateful to be a part of it and to be serving in this way.The next instalment of this epic ritual is coming up in Toronto on Wednesday, March 27th for the Libra Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse - the first lunation into this new astrological year.For information & tickets:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rootriserelease-full-moon-breath-dance-ritual-tickets-867283276627?aff=oddtdtcreatorand check out:https://www.instagram.com/reel/C461JjlNtMy/?igsh=N3UxNHAxcmdoMzJtFollow me for the latest updates:https://linktr.ee/MattyRyce

Live recording of my offering to open the portal for the Chocolate Groove "Dark Chocolate" Halloween ecstatic dance. Slow, dark, deep, heavy with some fun & 'spooky' vibes - capturing the essence of Scorpio season combined with Halloween.Enjoy this hour of medicine music.I am back with the Chocolate Groove for November's Full Moon on Wed, Nov 29th.Link to join: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/chocolate-groove-presents-gemini-full-moon-cacao-ecstatic-dance-party-tickets-762083019827?I will also be a part of The Groove's New Year's Eve festivities.To stay in the loop:FB: https://www.facebook.com/chocolategroovetoronto/IG: https://www.instagram.com/chocolate_groove/Telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/6zyIF6UzOW41NDBh

Part amplified sound, part inward journey ... but recorded in full sound!Here is the LIVE recording of my sonic offering at Tmrw Tday's Dream Camp (Season 3) (Sept '23)Come on this 2-hour journey of globally influenced rhythms as we build up to ecstatic peaks and come back down to beautiful stillness.From TMRW TDAY: "It's Saturday Night and we ignite the atmosphere through uninhibited self-expression in wild costumes. Imagine yourself amid the vibrant essence of Burning Man.Get ready to embark on a musical odyssey with Matty Ryce that will propel you to new heights.Engage in the enchantment of camp as you interact with captivating art and luminous installations, inviting a world of playfulness and magic.If your rhythm and energy persist at 11 pm, seize a Bluetooth headset and connect to the silent party under the starlit sky".For those wanting to be a part of future magic, you can reach out to me at MattyRyce@outlook.com and get on my mailing list for upcoming events!Sending you all so much love.Enjoy the ride.Matty.

Live recording from my offering for the Chocolate Groove Libra Full Moon ecstatic dance earlier in April.  It was a great return to the decks and to the community after travelling for a couple of months.Enjoy these couple of hours of medicine music.Sending so much love your way.The Groove has welcomed me in as a part of its community and weekly ecstatic dance gathering.  Stay tuned for more music and events as I continue to work alongside them!To join the CG community:FB: https://www.facebook.com/chocolategroovetoronto/IG: https://www.instagram.com/chocolate_groove/Telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/6zyIF6UzOW41NDBh

I rang in the New Year in style with a multi-community gathering presented by the Chocolate Groove at the City Dance Corps.  It was a beautiful collection of souls and energy - and here is my musical offering which took place from 12:30-2 AM after a midnight sound bath and voice activation by Phil and Bethany of Twilight Tuesday.Enjoy this 90-minute ride as the energy builds through a variety of progressive worldly electronic music and returns back down to end the NYE journey.I am sending so much love your way and the highest wishes for 2023.Matty.

Live recording from my opening offering for the Chocolate Groove Ecstatic Dance & Social Aries Full Moon Outdoor Finale in October.Enjoy this hour of medicine music.Sending so much love your way.The Chocolate Groove has welcomed me in as a steady part of its amazing community and weekly ecstatic dance gathering.  Stay tuned for more music.I am back with The Groove on Wednesday, December 21st for the Winter Soulstice Gathering.For tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/chocolate-groove-winter-soulstice-white-out-cacao-ecstatic-dance-party-tickets-481353229467?To join the community:FB: https://www.facebook.com/chocolategroovetoronto/IG: https://www.instagram.com/chocolate_groove/Telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/6zyIF6UzOW41NDBh

Well, here it is ...An almost 3-hour journey from Tmrw Tday's incredible Dream Camp that took place at the end of August.It was a fantastic retreat and I am honoured to have been a part of it; here is my musical offering from the Friday night dance experience.Enjoy the progression from slow deep inwardness to the full energetic expression and back again.