As the New Year begins, we gather once again to move, to feel, and to elevate. This is an opportunity to leave behind what no longer serves you in 2024, to embrace the energy of renewal, and rise into the limitless possibilities that await.

"Elevation" is our theme, a celebration of your power to lift yourself and others up through movement, connection, and presence. Together, we will ascend to new heights, guided by rhythms that spark joy, beats that awaken the soul, and an energy that unites us all.

There are no steps to follow here, no judgments, no limits—only the freedom to express, to explore, and to discover the ecstasy of being fully alive. Whether you are a seasoned dancer or new to the floor, your energy is essential, your presence is perfect, and your dance is uniquely yours.

Let this be your reset, your recharge, and your reminder that in movement, we find magic. Together, let’s create a night to elevate our spirits and welcome the New Year with open hearts, open minds, and open arms.

The Program:

This time DJ Rachel Inez (@essence.in.motion) will have the full set for herself so be prepared for an evening of good vibes and a loving ecstatic trance.. (Good) Jop, our shahman friend will provide an always heartfelt opening ceremony, so you will be received well and be grounded and in tune with yourself when the dance starts. There will be food as well this time. We’ll have a nice and warm vegetarian meal of dahl with rice (if you have any allergies, let us know via TheWayofEcstasy@outlook.com). Refreshments like water, and tea are freely available, and you’ll also be able to buy some cacao for €3,-. The Nachtzuster’s bar will also be open after the dance, for some other drinks at the after-chill session but we don’t serve alcohol during the ecstatic dance as per the rules.

Timetable:

16:00: Doors open, Walk-in

16:30: Opening Circle & Ceremony Jop

17:15: Start Dance: DJ Rachel

19:15: Closing Circle

19:45: Food & After-Chill Session

Don’t place too much stock in claims that life should be other than it is. You are being asked to dance rather than understand, to lay the thoughts to rest and to come alive. It is the bravest, most trusting soul that dares put the mind to one side and say “Tonight we dance, my heart and I, in the great rousing music of the beloved’s beating heart - and I will not miss one step.” - Alana Fairchild

In the stillness of the mind lies an invitation to dance, to surrender to the rhythm of the heart, and to feel the pulse of the Divine within us. In The Way of Ecstasy V: The Heart of The Divine, we invite you once more to come and dance with us after a short break.

While the smoldering and glowing embers of summer still warm our hearts we would love to come together again for another night of near-perfect exultation. We have missed you all dearly dear dance community, and we would love to meet all the new beautiful souls guided to our gathering. Our dear Hostess and DJ, Rachel will play her pleasant and highly danceable tunes again, while Ruben is also preparing another touching set and wiill bring his handpan to play some soft enchanting rhythms to end our night with. Our house Shahman Jop (@GoodJop) will conduct our opening ceremony this time to get you in touch with yourself before we start the dance. A cup of cacao will be available for €3,50 for those who would love to feel a little deeper. There will be no food included this time so either eat something beforehand, bring something or eat afterwards. We will have some fruit and snacks though to give you some energy and still your worst hunger.

The Program:

16:00 -> Doors open, Walk-in

16:30 -> 17:15 Opening Circle & Ceremony Jop

17:15 -> 18:15 Start Dance: DJ Rachel

18:15 -> 19:15 DJ Ruben

19:15 -> 19:45 Closing Circle

19:45 -> 21:00 After-Chill Session

*times are approximations, not strict

*if you’re late please send us a message