
What we’re about
WELCOME TO MOKOA - ZÜRICH'S CONSCIOUS MOVEMENT TRIBE 🔥
🌿 WHAT IS MOKOA?
MOKOA is Zürich's premier Ecstatic Dance community—a sacred space where conscious movement, transformational sound, and authentic connection come together to create unforgettable experiences.
We believe your body holds wisdom your mind can't access. We believe movement is medicine. We believe the dancefloor is a portal to your most alive, authentic self.
This is not a dance class. This is liberation.
🎭 WHAT IS ECSTATIC DANCE?
Ecstatic Dance is a global movement practice of freeform, conscious dancing that's taking the world by storm.
Here's what makes it different:
✨ No choreography - Your body decides how to move
✨ No steps to learn - There's no "right way" to dance
✨ No performance - This is for YOU, not for others
Just you, the music, and total permission to express.
It's meditation for people who can't sit still. Therapy for overthinkers. Cardio for your soul. Community for the conscious.
🌊 THE MOKOA EXPERIENCE
Every MOKOA gathering is carefully curated to create transformation:
🍫 SACRED KAKAO CEREMONY
We begin most journeys with ceremonial-grade kakao—an ancient Mayan plant medicine known as "the food of the gods." This heart-opening elixir enhances emotional awareness, amplifies joy, and creates a gentle expansion in your heart center. It's the perfect preparation for deep movement.
🎧 TRANSFORMATIONAL SOUNDSCAPES
Our resident DJ Vargass is a sonic alchemist who doesn't just play music—he architects experiences. Expect carefully curated journeys through:
- Tribal & shamanic rhythms
- Electronic & downtempo grooves
- World fusion & ethnic instruments
- Bass frequencies & healing tones
- Emotional arcs that guide you through awakening, release, ecstasy, and integration
🎤 GUIDED VOCAL JOURNEYS
Cristina's intuitive vocal guidance helps you navigate the waves, encouraging you to go deeper, express more fully, and trust your body's intelligence. Her presence creates safety and permission.
💃 90 MINUTES OF PURE FREEDOM
The dance unfolds in natural waves—awakening, exploration, release, ecstasy, integration. You decide how deep to go. Your body is the authority.
✨ WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE
- EMOTIONAL RELEASE - Move through what's stuck without needing words
- ELEVATED ENERGY - Feel your vital life force surge naturally
- HEART OPENING - Connect authentically with yourself and others
- HIGH VIBRATION - Elevate your frequency through conscious movement
- AUTHENTIC EXPRESSION - Finally have permission to be fully YOU
- SACRED COMMUNITY - Dance with open-hearted, conscious souls
- STRESS LIBERATION - Release tension your body's been holding
- JOY ACTIVATION - Remember what pure aliveness feels like
🙏 WHO IS THIS FOR?
PERFECT IF YOU:
✅ Crave authentic movement and expression
✅ Feel emotionally or energetically stuck
✅ Want meditation through movement
✅ Seek conscious community in Zürich
✅ Need healthy ways to release stress
✅ Are curious about transformational practices
✅ Want to feel ALIVE in your body again
✅ Prefer natural highs over alcohol/substances
✅ Are in personal growth or transition
✅ Love to dance but hate clubs
ALL WELCOME:
Complete beginners (no dance experience needed!)
Experienced dancers seeking authentic expression
All bodies, shapes, sizes, ages (18+)
All genders and identities
All levels of fitness and ability
Introverts and extroverts
Solo explorers and friend groups
If you can breathe and move your body in any way, you belong here.
🚫 THE SACRED CONTAINER - OUR GROUND RULES
To maintain a safe, transformational space, we honor these agreements:
📅 WHEN WE MEET
MOKOA gatherings typically happen:
Every week for our classic ecstatic and 1-2 times per month for a deep ceremony of emotional release (usually Thursday or Friday evenings)
Duration: 90 minutes of dance
Time: Usually 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Various beautiful venues across Zürich (primarily Triemli area)
Join this Meetup group to:
- Get notifications for all upcoming events
- Connect with fellow dancers
- Share your experience
- Ask questions
- Stay part of the MOKOA tribe
💡 WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR FIRST MOKOA
ARRIVAL (7:15-7:30 PM)
Arrive 10-15 minutes early for check-in
Remove shoes, silence your phone, store belongings
Grab some water, settle in
OPENING CIRCLE (7:30 PM)
We gather in community
Brief introduction to the practice
Setting intentions for the journey
Sacred kakao ceremony (if included)
THE DANCE (7:45-9:00 PM)
Music starts softly, inviting you in
Move however your body wants to move
Journey through waves of energy
Release, express, elevate, integrate
CLOSING (9:00 PM)
Gentle cool-down and integration
Optional sharing circle
Grounding back into community
Most people feel self-conscious for about 10 minutes, then something shifts. Your thinking mind quiets. Your body takes over. And suddenly, you're free.
🎒 WHAT TO BRING
ESSENTIAL:
✅ Comfortable, loose clothing (layers recommended)
✅ Water bottle (stay hydrated!)
✅ Open mind and willing heart
OPTIONAL:
✅ Journal (for integration after)
✅ Crystals or personal items for altar space
✅ Change of clothes (you'll sweat!)
LEAVE BEHIND:
❌ Shoes (barefoot or socks only)
❌ Phone (stored safely during dance)
❌ Expectations
❌ Self-judgment
💰 INVESTMENT
Typical pricing: CHF 30-40 per event
Includes: 90-minute guided journey, sacred kakao (when offered), professional DJ, facilitator guidance, sacred space
Early bird discounts often available
First-time visitor specials sometimes offered
Community passes for regular attendees
Pricing varies by event—check individual event pages for details.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: I've never danced before. Will I look stupid?
A: Within 10 minutes you'll realize everyone's in their own world. There's literally no way to do this "wrong." Most first-timers say this becomes their favorite practice.
Q: Do I need to bring a partner?
A: No! 90% of people come solo. This is about YOUR journey. You'll dance in community but not with partners (unless you choose to).
Q: Is this spiritual or religious?
A: MOKOA is secular and honors ancient practices. You don't need any spiritual beliefs—just openness to movement and connection.
Q: What if I have an injury or limited mobility?
A: All bodies welcome! Move within your comfortable range. You can even participate seated if needed. Listen to your body—it knows.
Q: Will there be partner dancing or touching?
A: This is primarily a solo journey. Any physical contact requires explicit consent from both people. Most people dance in their own space.
Q: What's the age range?
A: Events are 18+. Typical range is 25-55, with the sweet spot around 28-45. But we've had beautiful 65-year-olds who dance circles around everyone!
Q: Can I leave early if needed?
A: While we encourage staying for the full journey, life happens. You can leave quietly if necessary.
Q: Is this like a club or rave?
A: Not at all. No alcohol, no pick-up culture, no performance pressure. This is a conscious, intentional practice. Think meditation meets movement in a sacred container.
Q: What if I don't like kakao/chocolate?
A: Kakao is always optional. We offer alternatives or you can skip it and join for the dance.
🌍 THE GLOBAL ECSTATIC DANCE MOVEMENT
Ecstatic Dance started in the early 2000s and has grown into a global phenomenon with communities in 100+ countries. From San Francisco to Berlin, Bali to London—people are remembering that movement is medicine.
MOKOA brings this transformational practice to Zürich with Swiss precision, heart-centered facilitation, and world-class production.
💬 WHAT OUR TRIBE SAYS
"MOKOA gave me back something I didn't know I'd lost—permission to be fully myself." - Sarah, 34
"I came alone, terrified. I left with 40 new friends and a completely different relationship with my body." - Marco, 41
"As a therapist, I've seen what trauma does to the body. MOKOA is the somatic release my clients need." - Dr. Anna K.
"I haven't felt this ALIVE since childhood. This is what I've been searching for." - Jonas, 29
"DJ Vargass's music literally moved emotions through me I didn't know were stuck. The kakao opened my heart. The dance set me free." - Emma, 38
🔥 WHY MOKOA IS DIFFERENT
PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTION
World-class sound systems, carefully curated playlists, beautiful venues
EXPERIENCED FACILITATION
Trained guides who hold sacred, safe space
HEART-CENTERED COMMUNITY
Quality over quantity—intimate gatherings where real connection happens
CEREMONIAL ELEMENTS
Sacred kakao, intention-setting, ritual opening/closing
INCLUSIVE CULTURE
Radically welcoming to all bodies, backgrounds, and experience levels
TRANSFORMATIONAL FOCUS
Not just entertainment—genuine opportunities for healing and growth
🌟 READY TO JOIN THE MOVEMENT?
Your body has been waiting for this invitation.
JOIN THIS MEETUP GROUP to:
✓ Get notified of all upcoming MOKOA events
✓ Connect with Zürich's conscious movement community
✓ Share your journey and insights
✓ Access member-only gatherings
✓ Be part of something transformational
No experience needed. Just curiosity and courage.
📲 CONNECT WITH US
Meetup: Right here! Join the group.
Instagram: @mokoa.zurich
WhatsApp: +41 77 944 11 53
Email: info@mokoa.ch (if applicable)
Questions? Drop them in the discussion board or message the organizers directly.
🙏 FROM OUR HEARTS TO YOURS
Thank you for being here. Thank you for being curious. Thank you for choosing to move, to feel, to connect.
The world needs more people who are willing to be fully alive in their bodies.
The dancefloor is waiting.
See you there, beautiful soul. 🔥✨
With love and high vibration,
The MOKOA Team
📋 GROUP SETTINGS RECOMMENDATIONS:
GROUP CATEGORY: Health & Wellbeing > Wellness / Dance / Personal Growth
GROUP TYPE: Open (anyone can join and see events)
VISIBILITY: Public (searchable on Meetup)
LOCATION: Zürich, Switzerland
TAGS:
Ecstatic Dance
Conscious Dance
Wellness
Meditation
Personal Growth
Mindfulness
Community
Dance
Sound Healing
Spiritual Growth
Alternative Health
Movement Therapy
Zurich Events
Conscious Living
Transformation
GROUP SIZE GOAL: Start with 50-100 members in first month
EVENT FREQUENCY: 1-2 times per month
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