About us
Enter an open space... and with bare feet explore the exhilarating feeling of moving your body freely. You are invited to move, play, connect, sweat, stretch, sound, unwind, renew, release, contact dance, improvise, transform. Be true to yourself, while respecting others in the sacred space we create together. This is a safe and respectful environment that embraces 'all ways'. It is a practice that supports the free expression of emotions and inner space through movement and music.
Our intention is self-exploration, connection, healing, expanding human potential and community building through freestyle ecstatic dance. No experience necessary.
PRACTICE SPECIFICS...
Warm-up: 20 minutes people arrive, stretch, move/dance and reflect on the intention for the dance to a gentle sound wave.
The Practice: 100 minutes of freestyle dancing to a large sound wave. Some guidance is provided. We let the music, the community and our own inner space direct our steps, our movements, our expression, our journey.
Closing Circle: 5 minutes of OM`ing and/or group sound making, laughing and/or silence.
Tribal Social: 30 minutes of sharing food/drink/chat...just blissing out in the post Ecstatic Dance experience.
THE MUSIC...
Our live music events are with "the Uks first ecstatic dance band" URUBU - "You Are You, Be You!
ABOUT US:
"One of London's most exciting world music ensembles!" URUBU is a unique collaboration of world-class musicians assembled for your dancing delight. Playing a fusion of world rhythms, voice, Sax/flute, didgeridoo and electronica, URUBU create a unique space for you to dance your body into its natural state of ecstasy!
"Global music phenomenon the Urubu Collective, has taken London by storm with their twice-monthly ecstatic dance events!! Urubu delivers a captivating blend of exotic improvisational world grooves from ambient, meditative piano & vocal pieces through to high octane Afro-percussion. Expect tribal wildness and beautiful songs, Gongs, sound healing and more."
Upcoming events
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FRIDAY NIGHT: Ecstatic Dance & Cacao Ceremony with Ecstatic Dance London
Tufnell Park, London, GBšæ FRIDAY NIGHTS ARE BACK!!
šCACAO DANCE TRIBEš„
Ecstatic Dance ā¢ Live Percussion ā¢ Afro-House ā¢ Brazilian & World Beats
Move. Stretch. Shake it out.Every Friday night in North London, we gather to danceā¦ fuelled by ceremonial cacao, carried by the power of Live Afro-Percussion, nourished by deep global rhythms and held in a sober (drug & alcohol free) community.
āØ WHAT TO EXPECT
- Opening cacao ceremony
- Ecstatic Dance journey
- Live percussion with Master Afro-Brazilian Percussionist: ROMARIO
- An Immersive Sonic SoundWave
- Afro-House ā¢ Brazilian ā¢ Latin ā¢ World Beats
- Fresh fruit social and grounded connection
A sober dance experience - a rite of passage for the uninitiated onto a dance floor without alcohol, drugs, phones, and with a āno talking on the dancefloorā agreement, so we can go deeper!
No choreography. No pressure to perform. Just music, movement, freedom and presence.
š Tufnell Park, North London
š°ļø Most Friday nights ā¢ 7pm-10pm
Please note: an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket. To reserve your place please book via eventbrite, thank you.
š« More info & Booking: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ecstatic-dance-london-cacao-dance-tribe-friday-night-dance-cacao-tickets-498619222517
Come as you are. Leave feeling more alive, vital & refreshed. The perfect way to begin your weekend! šš¹ Checkout some of our videos throughout the years to get a sense of the history of Ecstatic Dance in the UK, and our work pioneering the scene since 2009:
- @ the Legendary Ministry of Sound Night Club, London
1) ECSTATIC RAVEĀ® with Ecstatic Dance London: https://youtu.be/qcGCC649ZVQ?si=08SqPru3ROvDjwbY
2) ECSTATIC RAVEĀ® with Ecstatic Dance London: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEbXxPVeT7Q
3) ECSTATIC RAVEĀ® with Ecstatic Dance London: https://youtu.be/j2JeBaeactk?si=T8sd6LI0Mb4Bf_vl
- LIVE Music Ecstatic Dance with Afro-Brazilian Master Drummers: URUBU
* URUBU'S 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwM2H2OJpHE
* URUBU'S 13-YEAR ANNIVERSARY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGVpUHOSeNE
-FESTIVALS & RETREATS
* ECSTATIC DANCE FESTIVAL - PORTUGAL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfkBWdMIV4o
* ECSTATIC DANCE FESTIVAL - UK 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bqcnlb_WAYs
* ECSTATIC DANCE RETREAT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7xDAk6kGFw&t1 attendee
THE ENCHANTED: Rave Ritual & Samhain Masquerade Ball
Location not specified yetAn evening of enchantment, ecstatic dance, cacao ceremony and connection, closing with a deeply relaxing sound journey & gong bath.
ECSTATIC DANCE LONDON presents:
THE ENCHANTED: A HALLOWEEN/ SAMHAIN MASQUERADE BALL
Sober Wellness Rave Experience
An evening of ecstatic dance, cacao ceremony and connection, closing with a deeply relaxing sound journey & gong bath.
For tickets and more info: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2002235596568?aff=oddtdtcreatoršæ THE THEME: ENCHANTED FOREST & DIVINE BEINGS
š Come as your divine, wild or mythical self.
Dancers have the freedom to attend either as woodland creatures, celestial beings, or glamorous alter egos. Think: velvet, feathers, shimmer, autumn colours and beautiful masks. Come in a full transformation or add one magical detail: thereās no need for an elaborate costume!
Step into a world of woodland magic, mysterious masks and celestial sparkle. Join us for a Halloween/ Samhain celebration where the fun of dressing up meets dancing freedom, and an uplifting night out comes complete with a nervous system-resetting sound journey.š¶Music Vibes: Expect an infusion of Global Bass, Psytrance, Ethno-Fusion, Folktronica, Medicine Music, Shamanic Soundscapes, woven into an Ecstatic Wave that journeys us from gentle beginnings through to powerful release, and onto joyful celebration & connection, before bringing us to land into stillness.
ā 7pmā9:45pm Welcome Elixir, Cacao Ceremony, Ecstatic Dance, Sound Journey & Gong Bath
ā 9:45pmā10:15pm Optional Fruit SocialTHE INVITATION
As Autumn deepens and the nights grow longer, we invite you to gather for an evening of movement, mystery and imagination.
Our Halloween/Samhain Masquerade Ball offers a moment to honour the turning season, reflect on what youāre ready to leave behind, and give expression to something new something fresh to born into creation.
What part of yourself would you like to bring to the dance floor: your wildness, your tenderness, your courage, your playfulness?Be welcomed by an alcohol-free welcome elixir shot, then an ecstatic dance warmup, and settle into a ceremonial-grade cacao offering and guided meditation led by Seth, with time to connect with your body and set a personal intention.
From there, we dance! Follow the rhythm, explore your own movement and enjoy the freedom of a dance floor without conversation, phones or choreography.
To close, lie back and settle into a sound journey & gong bath, giving yourself time to rest, listen and let the eveningās movement settle. Afterwards, stay for fresh fruit and an easy, friendly social.
Come solo or bring friends. No dance experience is needed: everyone is welcome, whether this is your first Ecstatic Dance or a regular part of your London life.DRESS YOUR IMAGINATION
Think woodland goddesses, celestial dreamers, wild spirits, enchanted creatures and magnificent alter egos.
Velvet, flowing fabrics, autumn colours, botanical crowns, shimmer and decorative masks are all welcome. Come in a full transformation or add one magical detail: thereās no need for an elaborate costume.
Dressing up is encouraged; masks are optional. Choose something you can move comfortably in, and feel free to remove your mask whenever you wish.OUR DANCE FLOOR AGREEMENTS
Together, we create a welcoming space for freedom, expression and connection:
ā¢ Stay sober: an alcohol, drug, psychedelic and smoke-free evening.
ā¢ Dance barefoot: leave your shoes off the dance floor.
ā¢ Be present: keep phones and cameras away.
ā¢ Let movement do the talking: save conversations for the social.
ā¢ Follow your own rhythm: move, pause or rest whenever you need.
ā¢ Respect boundaries: honour each otherās space and seek clear consent before touch or shared dancing.
Please arrive sober. Anyone arriving under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be refused entry & asked to leave. No refunds will be offered in these circumstances.EVENING SCHEDULE
ā 7pmā7:30pm Arrival & Warm-Up
Check in, enjoy your welcome elixir and ease into the space.
ā 7:30pm Opening Cacao Ceremony & Intention Setting
Gather with Seth to arrive in your body and begin our shared journey.
ā Following the Ceremony Ecstatic Dance SoundWave
An unfolding journey through global rhythms, deep bass, uplifting melodies and atmospheric soundscapes.
ā Closing Practice Sound Journey & Gong Bath
Settle into stillness and enjoy a restful landing, finishing by 9:45pm.
ā 9:45pmā10:15pm Optional Fruit Social
Fresh fruit, conversation and time to connect after the dance.
Doors close at 7:30pm. Please arrive with enough time to check in and settle. We begin together to support a connected shared experience, and entry will not be possible after this time.THE SPACE
Since 2009, we've been creating something unique in London:
Clean, sober, high-energy dancefloors - where the high comes naturally through music, movement, breath, and connection.
No alcohol. No drugs. No exceptions.
Please respect the container:
If you arrive intoxicated, you will not be admitted or may be asked to leave (no refunds).
Ecstatic Dance London
We love to dance.
We love music.
We create spaces to connect, awaken, and transform.1 attendee
Ecstatic Dance London - ECSTATIC RAVE: Saturday Night Wellness Rave & Cacao
Tufnell Park, London, GB# š SATURDAY NIGHT ECSTATIC RAVE - Ecstatic Movement Journeys through Sound, Rhythm & Ritual
7:00PMā9:45PM Dance | 9:45PMā10:15PM Fruit Social
Ecstatic Dance London | Tufnell Park/Gospel Oak
Please note: an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket. To reserve your place please book via eventbrite, thank you.
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/120615336719?aff=oddtdtcreatorEach Saturday night, we open the doors to a new sonic adventure, from the deep bass of SHAMANIC BASS TEMPLE, to the exotic pulse of DESERT GROOVES, the fiery release of CATHARSIS or MVMNT, and the uplifting and heart-opening electronic dance music of MY ECSTATIC ODYSSEY or fun & soulful ECSTATIC DISCO nights!
Every session is a unique genre-specific experience (please check which event you've signed up to!) yet all follow the same timeless flow, the ecstatic wave, a rise and return through the natural rhythms of our human energy: building from the cacao ceremony to the wild euphoric peak, then softening back into grounded peace and ending with a relaxation phase.āØ What to Expect:
- š¶ Next-level, ecstatic dance journeys!
- š„ Live percussion to ignite the dancefloor and merge rhythm with movement
- š« Heart-opening cacao ceremony & positive intention setting to begin the night
- š Awesome sound system & mesmerising visuals for full sensory immersion
- š A sacred, safe, and playful space to dance freely, express, release & connect
- š Complimentary fruit social afterwards to nourish & unwind together
- š« The best Saturday night out and no hangover!
No alcohol. No drugs. Just pure music, movement, and magic.
Join Londonās longest-running ecstatic dance community- Ecstatic Dance London, pioneers of the UKās Sober ReLOVEution since 2009.
No experience needed, all welcome.š ALL UPCOMING WELLBEING EVENTS, RETREATS, FESTIVALS +CREWING:
Website: ecstaticdancelondon.com/events
Linktree: linktr.ee/ecstaticdancelondon
Instagram: @ecstaticdance_london
Mailing list: https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-londonš¹ Checkout some of our videos throughout the years to get a sense of the history of Ecstatic Dance in the UK, and our work pioneering the scene since 2009:
- @ the Legendary Ministry of Sound Night Club, London
1) ECSTATIC RAVEĀ® with Ecstatic Dance London: https://youtu.be/qcGCC649ZVQ?si=08SqPru3ROvDjwbY
2) ECSTATIC RAVEĀ® with Ecstatic Dance London: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEbXxPVeT7Q
3) ECSTATIC RAVEĀ® with Ecstatic Dance London: https://youtu.be/j2JeBaeactk?si=T8sd6LI0Mb4Bf_vl
- LIVE Music Ecstatic Dance with Afro-Brazilian Master Drummers: URUBU
* URUBU'S 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwM2H2OJpHE
* URUBU'S 13-YEAR ANNIVERSARY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGVpUHOSeNE
-FESTIVALS & RETREATS
* ECSTATIC DANCE FESTIVAL - PORTUGAL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfkBWdMIV4o
* ECSTATIC DANCE FESTIVAL - UK 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bqcnlb_WAYs
* ECSTATIC DANCE RETREAT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7xDAk6kGFw&t1 attendee
š ECSTATIC DANCE TEMPLEĀ® Level 1 DJ & Facilitator Training
Location not specified yetš ECSTATIC DANCE TEMPLEĀ®
Level 1 DJ & Facilitator TrainingAre you ready to deepen your relationship with Ecstatic Danceā¦ and help shape its next revolutionary phase in the UK?
More information can be found here!This 12-week live online training, (starting January 11th 2027) is for people with experience of Ecstatic Dance, conscious movement or related personal-development practices who feel genuinely called to explore becoming a DJ, facilitator or space-holder.
No previous DJing or facilitation experience is requiredā¦ but sincere interest, commitment and a willingness to participate are essential.
Together, weāll explore:
š¶ The roots and evolution of Ecstatic Dance
š§ Music awareness and DJ craft
š Embodied facilitation
š„ Creating intentional and transformational dance spaces
š” Ethics, safety and responsibility
āØ Personal presence and creative development
š¤ Community, collaboration and peer learningš Monday 11 JanuaryāMonday 29 March 2027
ā° Mondays, 7:00ā9:00pm
š» 12 consecutive live online sessionsLevel 1 begins a deeper developmental pathway. Participants wishing to graduate can continue into the separate, in-person Level 2 Graduation Retreat.
šæ ECSTATIC DANCE: ROOTS & WINGS
Monday 19 October 2026, 7:00ā8:00pm
Applicants may be invited to join this live, interactive session with Seth Newman, founder of Ecstatic Dance London.Roots & Wings is not an open public webinar. It is an applicant session for people genuinely considering joining the January 2027 training.
Weāll explore the roots, evolution and future of Ecstatic Dance, answer questions about the training and begin getting to know one another.
Places are limited. Participants will be asked to join with their cameras on and come prepared to contributeānot simply observe.
š Apply for the training and applicant session:
https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/facilitatortrainingSuitable applicants will receive a personal invitation and joining details for Roots & Wings.
With love,
Seth & the Ecstatic Dance London TeamSome of our videos so you can get a sense of the scope and history of our work:
1) Ecstatic Dance Temple & Shaking Medicine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qP2vIQ0nL3c
2) Ecstatic Dance London presents: Urubu Dance Tribe
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGVpUHOSeNE
3) 15th Anniversary Celebration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ngwhHyPx9I
4) Ecstatic Dance FestivalĀ® UK - After Movie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bqcnlb_WAYs&t
5) Ecstatic Dance in Hackney - East London
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bS7hzVioMfs#
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