Dance With Nature
Collective Foundation
forests. fields. rhythm. repeat.
A cultural movement built around music, nature, and human connection.V
Our Mission.
To reconnect people to nature, music, and community through movement
Dance With Nature exists to bring people back together through music, movement, and time spent outdoors. Life has become so fast, isolated, and centered around screens that many people have forgotten what it feels like to simply gather with others in a real way.We believe there is something deeply human about dancing outside, sharing songs around a fire, meeting new people, and creating memories in nature. Our goal is to build genuine community while reconnecting with the world that surrounds us.
Meet The Founders.
Chey & Damen
"we started dance with nature after realizing we were both feeling the same thing; life had become too fast, too digital, and too disconnected from the world around us.we found ourselves spending more time on screens than outside. conversations felt shorter, days felt repetitive, and over time we both started craving something real. something outside. something shared.dance with nature began as a way for us to step away from constant scrolling and isolation, and instead create space for music, movement, and community in natural environments. what started as a personal shift slowly became something bigger than us.we wanted to build experiences that feel human again. Where people can move freely, meet each other without distraction, and exist together in nature in a real way.we’re not here because everything is figured out. We’re here because we believe something important has been lost, and we want to help bring it back one gathering at a time."kindly, Chey and damen :)
become part of the first gatherings.
Upcoming Events and Gatherings.
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We are currently organizing our first Dance With Nature gatherings in Ohio’s natural spaces. These are small, intentional outdoor experiences built around movement, music, and community.Each gathering is designed to feel simple, grounded, and real. No audience. No performance. Just people coming together in nature. you can expect:- guided outdoor dance lessons
- music and shared community space
- optional environmental clean-up or nature connection activities
Sustainability
Dance With Nature Foundation was founded on the belief that music, community, and nature are deeply connected. Every gathering, partnership, and initiative we create is guided by a commitment to protecting the environments that bring people together.As a growing organization, we're taking intentional steps to build a foundation that prioritizes environmental responsibility from the very beginning. While our restoration projects are still ahead of us, our commitment to conservation starts today.
Our Commitment
We are dedicated to building programs and partnerships that create lasting environmental and community impact. As we grow, our focus will include:Environmental RestorationSupporting projects that help restore forests, parks, trails, waterways, and other natural spaces through volunteer initiatives and strategic partnerships.Community StewardshipCreating opportunities for people to connect with nature through outdoor events, cleanups, educational programs, and shared experiences that encourage environmental responsibility.Sustainable EventsDesigning gatherings that minimize waste by promoting reusable materials, responsible sourcing, recycling, and environmentally conscious event planning whenever possible.Meaningful PartnershipsCollaborating with conservation organizations, public lands, local communities, artists, and businesses that share our commitment to protecting the natural world.
Looking Ahead
Our mission is not measured by the number of events we host or the miles we travel, it's measured by the positive impact we leave behind.As the Foundation grows, we will continue to invest in conservation projects, support community-led environmental initiatives, and seek new ways to make every event an opportunity to give back to the places that inspire us.We believe every meaningful movement begins with a single step, and we're committed to building a future where music, nature, and community thrive together.
thank you, friend.
We’re incredibly excited to hear from you.You are now part of the founding community helping shape Dance With Nature from the very beginning.this is more than just a nature visit, It’s the beginning of something rooted in movement, nature, and human connection.Over the coming weeks, you’ll be the first to hear about upcoming gatherings, community events, and ways to get involved.We’re grateful you’re here with us.See you outside 🌿