Experience Liberation, Transcendece & Transformation through Ecstatic Dance
Discover dance as an ancestral way to bring communities together, celebrate life, and touch into your divine source.
About Ecstatic Dance
Ecstatic Dance is a free-form movement practice where participants are invited to move and express themselves without judgment. Rooted in ancient traditions like shamanic rituals, Sufi whirling, and indigenous ceremonies, dance has always been used by our ancestors for three key purposes: to connect and celebrate as a community, to reach trance states for spiritual connection, and as a medium for healing.
The modern form of Ecstatic Dance emerged in the 1970s with the Conscious Dance movement, influenced by pioneers like Gabrielle Roth (5Rhythms). It developed further in places like Hawaii and San Francisco, where DJs and musicians created spaces for movement without the constraints of social dancing or the structured 5Rhythms approach.
While the music style can vary, it typically follows a wave, starting slow and building to a peak before slowing down again. Basic guidelines—no substances, no shoes, no phones, no talking—help participants stay present and deepen their experience.
As a self-healing practice and active prayer, it meets the human desire for ecstatic states.
My Story
I first discovered my love for dancing, by dancing intensely to loud music with heavy bass at 18, starting with Drum 'n Bass and soon diving into the world of Psychedelic Trance. This marked the beginning of my spiritual, mental, and physical growth through dance.
Years later, as I gradually stepped away from the intense party scene, I found myself at sober, daytime dance events like 5Rhythms and Ecstatic Dance. In these conscious spaces, with varied tempos and musical styles, I learned to move more intentionally—not just driven by heavy bass, but by listening to the finer nuances of my body and movement. I see this as my second dance awakening - discovery Contact Improvisation becoming my third.
As I deepened my practice of Contact Improvisation and explored both the Austrian and international Ecstatic Dance scenes, I felt a growing desire to not only lead workshops but also guide people through dance journeys and DJ sets. My journey into DJing has just begun, and there’s so much more to learn and discover.
For me, it’s important to connect to the ancestral roots of dance, honoring Ecstatic Dance as a powerful ritual of transformation, beyond just a drug-free party atmosphere—though that, in itself, is an achievement already.
With Trance-formative Dance, I invite curious souls to embark on a
"Facilitated Ecstatic Dance Ceremony".
My approach
With Trance-formative Dance, I invite curious souls to embark on a "Facilitated Ecstatic Dance Ceremony" designed for deep inner transformation and renewal. Through music and movement, participants are encouraged to fully let go, recharging as they flow through rhythms that rejuvenate their mind, body, and spirit.
Rather than simply playing a DJ set, I guide a 2-4 hour immersive journey that begins with a contemplative introduction—including a heart-opening cacao ceremony and intention setting—and concludes with a guided closing for meaningful integration. This creates a safe, intentional space, fostering profound and transformative processes within a supportive environment.
Throughout the journey, participants are invited to connect with different aspects of themselves — spirit, sensuality, playfulness, and warrior energy — while also exploring the four natural elements: earth, water, air, and fire.
This multi-layered experience deepens the potential of Ecstatic Dance, unlocking powerful shifts that ripple into everyday life.
Whether you're new to Ecstatic Dance or ready to dive deeper, let’s explore the joy of movement, expression, and flow together.
Join me for one of my signature journeys at a stop on my "Dance Around the World" tour or through my upcoming "Free Your Dance" training—even from the comfort of your home.
There’s a way for everyone to deepen their connection and healing through dance and movement.
Stay up to date on upcoming events and offers by subscribing to our DanceLetter, or invite me to facilitate an Ecstatic Dance Ceremony for your community. I look forward to hearing from you!
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