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All over the world, I guide playful dance and movement that calms your nervous system and brings you home to your body

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Megan NardiMovement facilitator

They Call Me Exploding Sunshine.

I'm Megan Nardi, founder and creator of Exploding Sunshine. I connect people to their hearts' embodied expression, because when you embody your truth instead of your conditioning, your whole life starts to reflect who you really are.

My journey began nomadic. Everything I owned packed into my sedan. At first I was running from myself; eventually I was running toward my own self-love. Saying yes to the opportunities I wasn't "ready" for, and finding they always worked out better than I could have imagined.

I kept saying yes regardless of fear, and each yes reaffirmed that life is worth living in full expression.

Movement has always been my language. Six years as a personal trainer, then ecstatic dance, contact improvisation and somatic practice. I was praying for healing and some ground under my feet, and my prayers were answered in the form of dance. Contact Beyond Contact found me and gave me back my confidence, my boundaries, and my trust in the world.

Today I primarily facilitate Contact Beyond Contact. It's a grounding, nervous-system-regulating practice that guides people into a deeper presence within their bodies. The deeper we ground, the higher we soar, and I'm here for the growth.

Where You Can Come Dance

No experience needed and nothing to get right. Come exactly as you are. Here's where you'll find me.

Right nowSt. Petersburg, Florida
Next · from Sep 1Sydney, Australia

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Come Work With Me

Bring me to your studio, retreat, festival or dance community. Anywhere in the world.

The signature

A grounding, connection-based practice designed to regulate your nervous system through shared, joyful movement.

This is the heart of my work, combining dance, somatics, and authentic relating to build a profound sense of safety within yourself and with others. I will lead you through partner and group exercises that quiet the anxious mind and gently wake up the body’s natural intuition. You will leave feeling deeply rooted, surprisingly energized, and fully seen.

Who it's for
Movers of all levels seeking authentic connection and a clear pathway from performing to playing.
Format
2-hour standalone workshop or a multi-week progressive series, ideal for 10–30 participants.
What I need from a space
A comfortable, swept floor with enough room for people to safely move, roll, and connect.
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The Gentle Gateway

A judgment-free hour of somatic exploration where there are absolutely no steps to get right.

I guide you through simple, somatic invitations designed to help you shake off the day and drop into your body. We let go of how movement looks and focus entirely on how it feels, turning the music up and the self-judgment down. It is a playful, low-stakes space to rediscover the joy of simply being in motion.

Who it's for
Curious beginners, weary perfectionists, and anyone looking to move without the pressure of performing.
Format
60–90 minute standalone workshop, suited for any group size.
What I need from a space
Just a clean, open floor and a decent sound system so we can let loose.
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The Deep Dive

A multi-day retreat weaving together deep emotional exploration, contact improvisation, and expansive human connection.

We spend the weekend journeying far past small talk, using movement as a tool to process emotion, build trust, and play with absolute freedom. Drawing on the depth of Contact Beyond Contact, I create a secure container where you can safely explore the edges of your comfort zone. It is a transformative experience that turns a room full of strangers into a deeply connected community by Sunday afternoon.

Who it's for
Dedicated communities and retreat-goers ready to peel back the layers and move together profoundly.
Format
2–3 day weekend retreat, carefully held for an intimate group of 12–25 people.
What I need from a space
A dedicated, private studio space for the weekend where we can safely leave the outside world behind.
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The Social Plug-In

A playful introduction to Brazilian Zouk flow that brings grounded partner connection to your event.

I drop into your existing event to teach the fundamental, melt-into-the-floor connection of Brazilian Zouk without the pressure of complex choreography. We focus on breathing together, shifting weight seamlessly, and finding that elusive, effortless flow between two partners. It is the perfect icebreaker to get your community laughing, loosening up, and connecting before the main social begins.

Who it's for
Dance festivals, social events, and established communities looking to add a breath of fresh air.
Format
60–90 minute guest class, easily scalable for both intimate socials and large festival floors.
What I need from a space
A smooth dance floor and an open-minded crowd ready to try something a little different.
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The Personal Journey

One-on-one movement coaching to help you rebuild trust, strength, and joy in your own body.

Drawing on my six years as a personal trainer and my background in somatics, I design these sessions entirely around your current physical and emotional capacity. We work together at your pace, replacing rigid exercise routines with intuitive, healing movement that actually feels good. My goal is to guide you back home to yourself, giving you practical tools to stay grounded long after our session ends.

Who it's for
Individuals seeking highly tailored guidance to break through physical blocks or emotional holding patterns.
Format
60-minute private sessions, available in person as I travel or globally via Zoom.
What I need from a space
A quiet space—whether a rented studio or your living room—with enough room to stretch out.
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Whatever lights your soul on fire makes your heart feel like it's exploding sunshine.

Between rooms, I'm painting murals on big walls and writing my first book about movement, healing and living wide open.

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