Come join us for a Free Form Movement Dance Experience!
Ecstatic Dance is a way to connect more deeply with your body and express yourself in a safe and sober way. All bodies of all ages and types of of movement are welcome. It is a form of mediative dancing that allows you to release stored energy and tension in the body.
Release your body to the rhythm and let the music move you!
You may choose to go inward, connect with others or both. You can expect a range of music that includes eclectic, tribal, electronic, funky and serene.
When: First Friday of the month, 7:30 – 9:30 PM Eastern
Where: The Center for Mindful Exploration in Hillside, 8 Garfield St. LaGrange, GA
First Dance Friday, October 4
What to Expect: No shoes, talking or taking pictures on the dance floor. You may sit, lay down, stand, dance or a combination of them all. This 2 hour experience will move you in many ways, all of which are accepted in this sacred space.
What to Bring: A full water bottle, socks for the dance floor (if you desire), and wear comfortable clothes that allow you to move.
We suggest a donation of $10-$20. However, if all you can do is show up, we welcome you.
Meet Your Host: Rebecca Covin
I was introduced to the concept of ecstatic dance by a dear friend in 2020 at a weekend festival. Previously, I had never been much of a dancer. The idea of memorizing and repeating steps didn’t really appeal to me. When I witnessed these ecstatic dancers fully in their element, moving how they please without a care of what others thought of them and clearly not judging the way others were moving, I was intrigued. In this space, I felt comfortable enough to let go and fully be in my body instead of stuck in my head. Afterward, I felt so rejuvenated and refreshed instead of drained like previous attempts at memorized dances. My life was changed.
Upon returning to the Atlanta region, I immediately began searching for an ecstatic dance community. I discovered Ecstatic Dance Atlanta which became my first dance community. Almost a year into dancing with them, they announced that they would soon be closing their doors. Another member told me about Atlanta based Sol Dance and after one dance experience with them, I knew this would be my new dance community.
I volunteered with Sol Dance for about a year before being recommended for a new management position that was opening up. All of this very synchronistically aligned and allowing me to dedicate myself further to my passion – ecstatic dance. I have been the manager for Sol Dance for almost a year and have truly thrived in this role serving my community. I now want to bring this incredibly healing practice back to my local city of LaGrange. I am incredibly honored to bring to you Ecstatic Dance LaGrange! Come dance, be free, & heal with us!
