DUP Stories
The Dances of Universal Peace (DUP) is a very simple practice, suitable for all people and at the same time very special, because in circles we relate and harmonize intimately: we shake hands, we share looks, we listen and we sing. The dances set scriptures and sacred phrases from various spiritual traditions to music and movement of the world.
It can be a powerful and transformative practice, dissolving our illusion of separation, and invoking an embodied sense of unity, presence, and compassion. Offered in an atmosphere of safety, authenticity, and mindfulness, the Dances help us to open ourselves to qualities that emerge and remember the interconnectedness and harmony of life.
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History of DUP in Asia
The practice of Dances of Universal Peace has been running in small and safe circles in several countries in Asia from the work of some dance leaders and leaders-in-training. In 2022, Arjun (Jorge Calero), with the support of Thao Kin and Luvian Iskandar from GEN...
Vietnam DUP Camp 2024 – a quick look
[Scroll down for Vietnamese/ Tiếng Việt bên dưới] The International DUP Camp 2024 in Vietnam has officially come to a close. This year’s camp welcomed 152 participants from 22 countries. A total of 64 songs were led by dance leaders in training from various Asian...
A journey from self to Self
A personal reflection after the DUP Camp Vietnam 2024 by AnnJil Chong "We have a special task for you." “The most peaceful task of all time.” "We would like you to weave the Dances of Universal Peace letters onto the branches, setting the stage for their...
What is DUP?
If you are new to DUP, you might be wandering "So, what is DUP - Dances of Universal Peace"? If you have known DUP, you'd know there is no one way to define this practice. But I can assure you - it is NOT what you think about when you heard the word "dance" ^^ Today...
Dances of Universal Peace in Vietnam and Indonesia 2022
In November 2022, we have wrapped up the journey to bring the Dances of Universal Peace to Vietnam and Indonesia for the first time! Through singing and moving together with meaningful music and lyrics, participants were guided through many levels of emotions, and...
Embodying Unity and Finding Community at DUP Camp Thailand 2022
On December 12th – 14th, a group of us came together in the Dances of Universal Peace Camp Thailand 2022 at Gaia Ashram – a learning center and community for ecological lifestyle. This camp is the final event that concludes a series of DUP workshops in multiple...
Joining the Dances of Universal Peace International Camp in Yalova, Turkey
Written by Luvian Iskandar (September 2022)Read the full article here. A few weeks ago, I had the wonderful chance to participate in the Dances of Universal Peace International Camp that was held in Yalova, Turkey. It was a 5-day camp where we did a lot of rounds of...