Sober dance parties in South East London
Ecstatic Dance
Our next dance is on 7 March at 16:30. Tickets and more info.Join our WhatsApp to keep posted on future dates.Ecstatic dance is a freeform, music-driven movement practice where you’re invited to let go, move however your body feels, with whoever you want (if they give consent), including by yourself, and fully immerse yourself in the rhythms without judgment or expectation. Unlike traditional dance classes or club settings, there are no set steps, no talking on the dance floor, and no need to perform. It’s all about self-expression, connection, and presence. After a short guided optional warm-up, the experience begins with gentle music, gradually building into energetic, uplifting beats, and then winding down into softer, grounding sounds, creating a natural journey through movement. You have the freedom to dance entirely on your own or to connect and share movement with others if it feels right in the moment.People come to ecstatic dance for different reasons: some to release stress, some to explore creativity, and others simply to enjoy the sense of community with like-minded people in a welcoming, supportive space. It can feel like both a workout and a meditation, leaving you energized, clear-headed, and deeply connected to yourself and the group around you. Whether you love dancing or think you “can’t dance", ecstatic dance is for everyone. It’s not about how you look, but how you feel.Listen to my music on Mixcloud to get an idea of the vibe.
What to bring?
- Loose, comfy clothes in layers
- Socks to dance in
- Water or tea
- Your open self 🙂
My dance story
Dance has been an important part of my life ever since I remember. My first memory of a favourite clothing item is a skirt I had which flew up when I was spinning. I loved it so much, that my mother had to sew a bigger one when I grew out of it.Once I was big enough to receive formal education, I learned ballet, then I joined a folk dance group in my school. As a teenager, I started ballroom and latin dancing which I pursued for 10 years.After I moved to London, I found west coast swing, which is an improvisational partnered style danced to different modern genres like pop and RnB. I love that each dance is a conversation between the leader and the follower.Later, I also fell in love with Brazilian zouk, which is a beautiful dance using a lot of organic movement. It has a lot of emphasis on using the breath, forming a deep connection with your partner, and moving the spine in all ways imaginable.And most recently, I discovered ecstatic dance, where I feel the most authentic, having no rules and just following my instincts.I started DJing for all 3 of these dances, accumulating a huge library of music of various genres, energies and moods.Over the years, I learnt how to enjoy dancing to the fullest, and how to use it to benefit my mental health, and I would love to share this experience with you. In my facilitated warm-ups, I merge the learnings from my various dance backgrounds into a fun session, accessible to all without any previous dance experience.
