Discover Ardour: Wellness, Dance, and Creativity in Cardiff

Butterfly Soup with Jo Fong – Feb 10th

Butterfly Soup with Jo Fong – Feb 10th

£5.00 – £10.00

Cymraeg

Monday 10 February 2025 from 19:30-20:30

“I’m so pleased to be returning to Butterfly Soup this February.

A little bit about me…
I live in Wales and my creative work reflects the need in these times for people to come together. My artistic practice is an evolving, collaborative approach which puts ideas around belonging or forming community in the forefront.

Dance movement and the body are my first language and the session will be about forming connection, remembering the body, finding ways to be in the body, and relate to others through the body.
Listening, permission, this moment and “in my own power”, for me dancing moving, friendship and creativity is the answer”

We hope you can join us! 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

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Butterfly Soup with Jo Fong

Butterfly Soup is a creative space for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies. We meditate, move, create wonderful things, drink tea, and talk from the heart. It's a safe space that is accepting, nurturing, creative, and BSL accessible. The session is donation based thanks to our funders People’s Health Trust.

People's Health Trust is an independent charity investing in local communities to help create a society without health inequalities through funding, support and using evidence and learning to influence change. It works closely with six Community Interest Companies raising money through The Health Lottery.

Butterfly Soup is part of our funders Active Communities initiative: Active Communities is a funding programme for local people with great ideas about how to help create fairer places to grow, live, work and age well.

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**Butterfly Soup: Monthly Meet-up – A Creative Queer Haven in Cardiff**

If you’re searching for a unique, inclusive, and empowering experience in Cardiff, look no further than *Butterfly Soup: Monthly Meet-up* at Ardour. This event, held in the heart of the vibrant Wellfield Road area, offers a sanctuary for the queer community to express themselves, connect, and find solace in a supportive environment.

Hosted at the beloved Ardour studio, Butterfly Soup is more than just a meet-up; it’s a creative oasis designed to celebrate the diversity and vibrancy of the LGBTQ+ community. Ardour’s commitment to inclusivity and acceptance shines through in every aspect of this event, making it a must-attend for those seeking a space where they can truly be themselves.

The event is rooted in the art of self-expression, allowing participants to explore their identities through movement, storytelling, and creative expression. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a complete novice, the welcoming atmosphere ensures that everyone feels at home. Mica, a regular attendee, describes it as a “meditative and calming” experience that allows for “expressing our stories through body language, building connection within ourselves and between other Queer humans.”

Butterfly Soup’s format encourages participants to engage in various activities, from contemporary dance to creative storytelling, all in a judgement-free zone. The facilitators are not only experts in their fields but are also deeply passionate about creating a safe and nurturing space for everyone.

One of the most remarkable aspects of Butterfly Soup is its commitment to accessibility. Ardour has made significant strides in making their events accessible to deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, with staff and volunteers actively learning British Sign Language (BSL) to ensure everyone feels included.

Located near the picturesque Roath Park, Ardour’s studio is the perfect setting for this transformative event. The space is warm, inviting, and designed to foster creativity and connection. As one participant notes, “Ardour is a wonderful addition to the Cardiff arts community... [it] really stands out for how passionate Ardour’s owners are about creating a space that is welcoming and inclusive.”

Whether you’re looking to explore your creativity, meet like-minded individuals, or simply find a safe space to unwind and be yourself, Butterfly Soup: Monthly Meet-up is the perfect event. Join this thriving community and discover the power of connection through creativity.

Don’t miss out on this unique and uplifting experience. *Butterfly Soup* is held monthly at Ardour on Wellfield Road, Cardiff. Embrace the opportunity to be part of something truly special—where creativity, community, and inclusivity come together to form a beautiful tapestry of human expression.

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Note! Unless we cancel the class or you are advised to self-isolate by Track & Trace, we do not offer refunds or credits exchange on our classes.

FAQ: Tell me more about your connection to the BSL community

We have a strong connection with the British Sign Language (BSL) community and offer BSL-interpreted events and classes to ensure that our programs are accessible to the deaf and hard of hearing. If you require BSL interpretation, please let us know in advance.