Cacao & Ecstatic Dance

Join us for a magical evening of Cacao ceremony and Ecstatic dance as we embark on a transformative journey of sounds. Experience the power of music, movement, and the sacred cacao plant to awaken your senses, connect with your inner self, and let your spirit soar.

⭐What is it?

Cacao Ceremony: Immerse yourself in the ancient tradition of Cacao ceremony, where we will honour the spirit of Cacao, known as the "food of the gods." Indulge in a warm cup of ceremonial-grade cacao, carefully prepared to open your heart, enhance your focus, and invite a deep sense of joy and connection.

Sound Journey & Ecstatic Dance: After the Cacao ceremony, surrender to the rhythm of the music as we dive into an ecstatic dance journey. Let the beats guide your body, allowing it to move freely and expressively. Release any inhibitions, connect with your authentic self, and experience the bliss of being fully present in the moment.

⭐What to expect

Starting the evening with an intimate cacao ritual, guided meditation and journaling to connect to the land, and each other and tap into the energy of the space.

🍫You will be drinking a ceremonial grade of high-quality cacao, mood elevation, and a more expanded state of consciousness. This is so yummy!!

Let the cacao spirit guide and heal you...🍫

Using shaking, intuitive movement medicine and wild ecstatic dance we will indulge in around-the-world music curated to lead you into a state of freedom, letting the beat take you on a journey of self-discovery.

We will finish in a guided savasana and a closing circle.

⭐What do I need to bring?

Please bring a water bottle, a journal, and a sacred or important object you can contribute to our group altar (crystal/ feather/ oracle card/ totem etc).

⭐What do I wear?

Comfy clothes that make you feel FREE AND ALIVE. It may get warm so perhaps layers. We will not be wearing shoes in the space.

⭐Hosts

💖Deb

Deb is a passionate Yoga teacher and advocate for holistic living who guides others towards a grounded and balanced existence. She has completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, explored the principles of Ayurveda in India, and is a certified Reiki Practitioner. Took her second certification in Yoga Teacher Training in Sydney in Yin and Hatha yoga. Deb is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in health science, specializing in Naturopathy. Her daily practices include not just Yoga, but also the use of herbal medicine and the teaching of mindfulness. Deb's guiding principles in her classes and events are built upon the values of Respect, Empathy, Openness, Non-judgment, Care, and Love, creating a nurturing space for individuals to explore their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. She hosts a variety of classes and wellness events including her big passion with Cacao Ceremonies, inspiring and supporting others in their pursuit of a harmonious and fulfilled life.

💖Shosh

Shoshana is a yoga teacher & brain trainer who leads workshops on the art of being present.

Shosh is a sound healer and a mindfullness teacher She teaches classical Hatha Yoga, a slow and static practice that is accessible to anybody. Shoshana studied with Archarya Venkatesha in Mysore, India 2004 and brings his teachings to her classes as a holistic and authentic body, mind and spirit practice. Shosh is a brain trainer using the Neurofeedback technique.

⭐Important Event Note

This is a substance-free and alcohol-free event. To embrace and enjoy the cacao and the liberating freedom of conscious dance, please note substances and alcohol are NOT tolerated for the event. If this rule is violated, you will be asked to leave the event.

⭐Important Health Notes

• Do not consume caffeine or alcohol prior to cacao.
• Drink plenty of water, especially towards the end of your ceremony. If you find you have a headache you may be dehydrated, drank too much cacao, or are detoxing with cacao’s assistance.
• Antidepressants with MAOIs contraindicate with cacao and can lead to severe headaches. Check your meds to see if this is the case.
• Cacao is a vasodilator, if you have a heart condition please advise the facilitators so we can provide you with a lower dose of cacao.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding: Go with a lower dose as cacao is a stimulant.

Please feel free to message us with any queries or to pay directly to avoid booking fees on 0404513616.

with light and joy

Deb