You've been to Yoga Barn, Soulshine and Paradiso. Now, discover a unique haven of rhythmic freedom at
RISE ECSTATIC DANCE
hosted at the stunning Alchemy Yoga and Meditation Center in the heart of Ubud, Bali.
This event is more than just a dance; it's a journey into the soul, a celebration of movement, and an opportunity to connect with a vibrant community.
OPENING WARM-UP CLASS
Each Tuesday RISE session begins with a special 20-minute warm-up class, starting at 7:00pm. For Saturdays, a 10-minute warm-up class starting at 11:45am.
These classes are led by experienced instructors, each skilled in various movement modalities such as yoga, qigong, contact improvisation, capoeira, kung fu, hip hop, acroyoga and more!
This warm-up is designed to gently prepare your body and mind for the dance experience, allowing you to expand your movement skills and warm-up in a mindful manner. Participation in the warm-up class is entirely optional but provides a well-rounded start to your ecstatic dance journey.
ECSTATIC DANCE SET
The heart of the event is the ecstatic dance session. Unleash your spirit on the dance floor, guided by rhythmic beats and creative melodies.
Each week, our experienced DJs take us on a journey to our hearts and give us the energy to expand how we can move. Come to groove, come to deepen your practice, come to stretch, come to have a beautiful dance in a space of freedom.
Each RISE session closes with a community circle - giving us the opportunity to acknowledge each other and the journey that we have been through. Sacred sound healing music and acoustic heart songs will close our container.
WHAT IS ECSTATIC DANCE?
Ecstatic dance, a vibrant form of expression rooted in our ancestral heritage and cultural diversity, celebrates the freedom of movement in its purest form, transcending traditional dance norms of routines and steps.
This practice offers a liberating space for anyone to step onto the dance floor and immerse themselves in a world of self-expression, helping to release limitations and embrace comfort in both body and personality.
As participants engage in ecstatic dance, they often find their bodies becoming more relaxed and expressive, moving rhythmically to the eclectic beats and melodies curated by skilled DJs who masterfully blend electronic and world-music genres.
BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY!
ETIQUETTE
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No talking on the dancefloor - this is a space for expression through movement.
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No shoes. The yoga studio floor is good for barefoot or socks.
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Be yourself.
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No alcohol or intoxicants.
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When wanting to dance with other people, please approach them respectfully and honor any cues they are giving that say “no” to interaction.
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Prayer hands indicates that someone wants to be in their own space.
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No phones or taking videos or photos inside the dance.