Ethos

 

Our Community

Please read the following as guidelines for our community.

If you have obtained knowledge of our gatherings, please keep event location information off social media and do not post our gatherings to boards. Lotus is on social media in a limited capacity and will be going more underground as our community builds. Share only with your closest friends who you trust. If you are bringing a newbie, you are responsible to show them the way to understand the culture of the underground dance community. Our goal is not to create massive gatherings that loose its purity, but rather create a space for lovers of underground music.

By following a few simple guidelines, together we can collectively ensure longevity of our events.

Peace Love Unity Respect: In a hyper political world, it’s great to have all walks of life together in harmony. Music is the great uniter and be mindful to respect all walks of life. No matter if you’re gay, straight, white, black, brown, or any walk of life, you are not just tolerated, you are accepted and respected. We must take care of each other, love one another and be selfless. Embrace the community and get to know each other.

Come to Dance: We are an artist community so come to dance! Have fun, the artists have spent so much time developing the journey for the community. We appreciate you want to film this moment but by doing so, you may actually lose the moment. Let yourself go and feel the music.

Come as You Are: Be free. Be you. No judging and freedom of expression is encouraged.

Give Back: Are you a performing artist or interesting in volunteering to make our community brighter? Connect with us. We are always interested in collaborating with artists and good people.

Areas of Interests:

  • Private land

  • Dj’s & Artists

  • Pyro & Acrobatic Performers

  • Artists

  • Day of Event Support (Security, Medics, Gatekeepers, Photographers, etc.)

  • Local Merchants (Artwork, jewelry, food, water)

  • Pre-Event Support (Props, Lighting, Technology)

  • Gathering ideas

Donations: Our gatherings are 100% volunteer and we are not for profit. We do this for the love of music and our community. However, we ask for donations and all proceeds cover costs for our gatherings as well as are reinvested to improve the quality of our gatherings or are sometimes given to charities in the spirit of giving back.

Have Fun: Nothing makes us happier than to hear what a good time you had. Escape from your daily lives, enjoy the journey and smile..

Faux Pas:

  • Intolerance - Be opened minded with an open heart

  • Selfishness - Be generous with your sharing

  • Pretentiousness - Be humble, be one community

  • Inebriation - Know your limits

  • Inaction - If you see someone who needs help, get involved

  • Aggression - Any form will not be tolerated and you may be banned for life from our gatherings

  • Weapons - Guns, knives, or any type of instrument that could do harm are not allowed.

  • Cell Phones - If you are more concerned with likes on social media from the photo you just took more than the attending the event itself, we’re probably not the right venue for you. Our gatherings are not photo opportunities but rather an experience. Don’t lose out on the moment.

Safety Precautions

Community safety is paramount and we all need to adhere to a few guidelines to ensure success. Please take heed to the following:

No Means No: Our gatherings are not a “meat market” and don’t be a creeper. We are a tight knit dance community and take care of each other. If anyone is bothering you, let someone know. If you see something, say something. If a person is under the influence and of not sound judgement, this doesn’t give a free pass to acceptance. Be responsible and take care of each other as this kind of egregious behavior will not be tolerated. Let the Dj’s know as we’ll shut down the event until the situation is handled so don’t be that person.

Drive Responsibly:

  • In the era of ride sharing, there is no excuse for driving under the influence.

  • Venues may be located isolated areas that require some off-road driving. Relax and drive safely. You also don’t want to draw unwanted attention.

  • Don’t kill Bambi. Some locations are rural and watch out for animals.

Pack It In, Pack It Out: Respect the location and leave no trace. We work hard to find amazing locations and it would be heartbreaking to find that our guests have ruined a site.

  • Don’t litter, anywhere!

  • Bring your own trash bags and throw away what you bring

  • If you see litter, help pick it up regardless of who dropped it

  • Graffiti may be allowed at certain locations in designated areas

  • No butts. Don’t not leave cigarettes butts behind and make sure they are extinguished.

Personal Responsibility: Just as the key to life is moderation, so is the key to a good time. Let’s make memories you can actually remember and look after your friends. Remember to take it slow as some event locations may require difficult hikes or in remote areas. Be sure to bring:

  • Water or some other means of keeping proper hydration

  • Snacks for you, your friends and the community

  • First Aid Kit

  • Doctor Prescribed Medications

  • Extra set of car keys

  • Emergency contact to share with your friends

  • Flashlight

Check the Weather: Be sure to check the weather for every venue and bring proper attire. To be safe, overpack as weather reports can be mis-leading and may not account for wind.

Fire: In California, one spark can torch thousands of acres. To minimize risk, please help with the following:

  •  Only use designated fire pits (if available) for fires

  • If you are a spinning fire, be sure to have enough clearance in case a flaming orb goes flying away.

  • Firewood donations are appreciated

  • If you are BBQ’ing, give us a bite! I mean, be sure it’s done in a safe manor.

  • Again, put out your butts!

One for the Ages: Can I bring my 16-year-old brother to the event? Only if you’re an adult over the age of 21. Sorry, we cannot allow minors under the age of 18 without adult supervision.