Welcome, beautiful dancing people ๐โจ, Weโre excited to invite you into a space where movement meets freedom. This is your chance to let go, explore, and express yourself without judgment or expectation. Here, itโs all about being presentโtuning into the music, connecting with your body, and moving in ways that feel natural and true to you. Whether itโs big, bold steps or quiet, subtle motions, every movement is welcome. Together, weโll create a safe and open environment where you can unwind, recharge, and simply enjoy the joy of dancing. ๐๏ธ ๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น ๐ Ecstatic Dance: A Journey Through Movement and History ๐ Ecstatic Dance is a free-form, expressive dance practice that invites participants to connect deeply with their bodies, emotions, and the rhythm of music. Rooted in ancient traditions, it traces back to indigenous and spiritual rituals, where dance was a sacred act of celebration, healing, and connection to the divine. From the shamanic dances of Africa to the trance movements in Sufi practices, ecstatic dance has always been a universal language of freedom and self-expression. Today, it continues to honor its rich history by creating safe, non-judgmental spaces for individuals to explore movement, release energy, and experience profound joy and transformation ๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น ๐ The flow of the event ๐ ๐ง๐ผ๐ง๐ฝโโ๏ธWe will begin by coming together in a circle to connect with each other and sink into the space ๐ซโ๏ธ*Ceremonial Cacao will be served to tune in into our hearts and our intentions ๐คธ๐ปThe Ecstatic Dance journey begins! We will dance barefoot, without mobile phones and without talking to each other so we can just tune into our bodies ๐ชถAs we land slowly, Justyna will guide us into a serene sound bath, weaving the gentle tones of singing bowls and the deep, resonant vibrations of the gong. These healing sounds will help us integrate the energy of the dance, bringing us into a state of deep relaxation and harmony. Allow the waves of sound to wash over you, grounding you in the present moment and nurturing a sense of peace within๐๐ผ โจWe will then come together in a closing circle, offering space for sharing our experiences, reflections, and gratitude. This is a moment to connect deeply with the group, honor our journey, and carry the energy of the evening into our lives with open hearts โค๏ธโ๐ฅ * Ceremonial Cacao is used in ecstatic dance as a sacred plant medicine to open the heart, enhance connection, and deepen the experience of movement. Rich in theobromine, tryptophan (a precursor to serotonine) and other natural compounds, it promotes a gentle, uplifting energy, fostering clarity and emotional release. With its roots in ancient Mayan and Aztec traditions, cacao has long been celebrated as a tool for spiritual connection and transformation. In ecstatic dance, it acts as a bridge, helping participants enter a state of flow and presence, amplifying the joy and freedom of expression through dance ๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น ๐ Meet your hosts ๐ Sundaze ๐, the musical identity of Sorin, began his journey as a DJ in 2016, exploring the world of Drum 'n Bass and later expanding into Minimal House & Techno. From the very beginning, he sought to deliver an organic experience through sound, crafting stories with rises and falls in a crescendo, harmonized with the environment and season he found himself inโconverting life into music. ๐ชท Hailing from Romania ๐น๐ฉ, Sundaze draws inspiration from his cultural roots, as well as diverse influences from around the globe. His DJ sets incorporate elements from the Orient, Africa, the Balkans, South America, dub music, downtempo, old tribal afro house, psytrance and drum & bass, to name just a few. ๐๐ซ The concept of Ecstatic Dance came to him as an upgrade full of synchronicities, offering a space to unleash his imagination and create boundless musical selections. These selections are designed to help participants slow down their inner rhythm and listen to the intelligence within. Through this journey, his music provides a space for releasing tensions accumulated in the rush of everyday life in the concrete jungle, guiding people back homeโto the here and now. โฉ๏ธ You can listen his latest recorded Ecstatic Dance set here : https://soundcloud.com/.../ecstatic-dance-white-lotus... Justyna โจ on a daily basis helps people to release tension in their bodies by sharing touch as a Lomi Lomi Nui massage practitioner ๐ซณ๐ป. She also regularly co-creates group sound healing sessions, where she combines the power of sound, breath and movement providing a safe space for participants to relax, look deeper within and connect with themselves.๐ง๐ปโโ๏ธ๐ง๐ฝ On her journey, next to the healing power of touch and sound ๐ซณ๐ป๐ผ, she also discovered the power of intuitive dance - a beautiful tool for self exploration. ๐ซ During the event she will hold the space during the cacao ceremony and share some techniques to tune into the space and body before the dance. At the end of the event she will create a safe space for landing by facilitating the sound bath. ๐ฑ *๐ we advise you to come in comfortable clothes to dance freely ๐* ______________ Stay radiant, Sorin, Justyna & The White Lotus Team ๐โจ๐ชท