06/23/2026
β¨ WHAT IS ECSTATIC DANCE? β¨
Ecstatic Dance is a freeform, conscious movement practice. Itβs not a performance or a club, itβs a space designed for you to step out of your outside world, attune to your body, and connect with your being. There are no steps to learn and no "right or wrong" way to move. You just surrender to the music and move how your body wants! π
We structure each event as a complete intentional journey, lasting 3 hours. We begin the evening with a movement workshop to help you warm up the muscles and settle into the space. The music transitions into a dynamic sonic wave inspired by the traditional 5 Rhythms: moving you seamlessly through Flowing (earthy and heavy), Staccato (sharp and rhythmic), Chaos (complete letting go), Lyrical (light and playful), and Stillness (quiet integration). The music waves and builds to a high-energy peak before gently bringing you back down to earth, landing softly into a restorative sound bath. Itβs a full-spectrum sensory experience from start to finish.
To keep this space feeling inviting for everyone, Ecstatic Dance Chattanooga follows a few simple, intentional guidelines:
π« No alcohol: We swap substances for natural high vibes and herbal beverages.
π€« No chit-chat on the dance floor: Moving without words makes it so much easier to relax the mind.
π± No phones or cameras: No pressure, no judgment, total presence.
π£ We dance barefoot: To ground ourselves fully into the space (socks or indoor dance shoes are totally welcome).
π€ Consent-forward: We respect everyoneβs space. A "Yes" to dance together is built on eye contact and a clear connection; looking away or crossing your arms means a polite "No."
πΏ Be mindful: Please, no strong perfumes or intense body odors, and leave pet and children at home (our indoor dances are ages 14+).
Whether you come for the exercise, release, or just to have fun, you are welcome exactly as you are.
Come sweat, activate, and connect with us!
π Thankful Memorial (1607 W 43rd St)
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6/26
π‘ 6:30-9:30 pm
ποΈ Presale tickets available until Thursday night (link in bio)