The journey starts just before sunset with a simple cacao ceremony to set intentions and drop deeper into presence and inner silence. Cacao helps to open the heart and provides energy in the form of theobromine, literally meaning “food of the Gods”. In honor of worldwide Ecstatic Dance guidelines, the group is led into a space of silence through the rest of the event with the intention to deepen the experience and allow each individual to connect more deeply inside while honing the ability to connect with others through eye contact and movement.

The music begins softly, a gentle invitation to sink into your body and feel the energy. Some are moved to rise and dance, while others remain seated in meditation or quiet contemplation. As the experience unfolds, the music builds, layer by layer, igniting a wave of ecstatic movement and full expression. Then, just as powerfully, the wave recedes, transitioning to a softer, spacious energy that invites deep introspection. By the end, you’ll find yourself lying on the ground, held by soft melodies, in a state of integration and grounded peace. 

There is something profound that happens in these shared moments, surrounded by free-spirited, open-hearted, and connected souls. The magic of cacao adds a special alchemy, opening the heart further, and the stunning backdrop of nature creates a space where transformation feels not only possible but inevitable. It’s the kind of magic that lingers long after the music fades, a memory you carry in your body and soul.

To keep the space sacred, we honor these guidelines:

• No phones or cameras inside the dance space to nurture a space of freedom
• No alcohol or other substances