ECSTATIC DANCE FACILITATOR TRAINING

3-Day Fundamentals

with Deva angel

Soul, Arambol, Goa

February 20th – 22nd, 2026

A 3-Day Introduction to Ecstatic Dance Facilitator Training

This 3-day fundamentals training is an introduction to Ecstatic Dance facilitation. It covers the essential skills and concepts needed to guide dance experiences, offering a hands-on, immersive step into the world of Ecstatic Dance. Participants will gain a foundation that prepares them to hold informal dance gatherings, explore facilitation in more depth, and continue into advanced training if they wish. This program provides a practical taste of what it takes to be an Ecstatic Dance facilitator, whether for personal practice, community events, or as a first step toward professional training.


Who this training is for

  • Beginners to DJing: If you’ve never DJed before but are curious to learn, this training gives you an introduction in a supportive environment.

  • Aspiring Ecstatic Dance Facilitators: For those curious about facilitating dance journeys and holding space.

  • Anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of what creates a meaningful, moving dance experience.

  • Those who want to gain experience and confidence in guiding others through ecstatic dance journeys.


What you will walk away with

By the end of this three day Fundamentals training:

  • You will have a clear understanding of what it means to hold an ecstatic dance.

  • You will understand the overall landscape of an ecstatic dance journey, how the arc unfolds, and how music and facilitation shape the experience in the room.

  • You will learn how to choose and structure music to create a coherent wave.

  • You will gain an introduction to DJ tools used in ecstatic dance, learning the basics using DJ software.

  • You will explore the foundations of facilitation, including presence, voice, timing, and practice these skills in a supported, embodied way.

  • You will take part in co guiding an ecstatic dance, with each participant guiding a section of the journey, giving you real experience on the mic and on the floor.

  • You will leave with greater confidence, clarity and a grounded sense of your next steps in ecstatic dance facilitation and DJing.

What you will learn:

In this 3-day fundamentals training, participants will gain a clear introduction to the essential skills of Ecstatic Dance facilitation, including:

An introduction to DJing

The basics of DJ skills and techniques, with a focus on creating flow and supporting the dance experience.

Facilitation skills

Foundational approaches to guiding participants and holding space in an Ecstatic Dance setting..

Components of an Ecstatic Dance landscape

Understanding the different elements that shape the energy and journey of a session.

Creating an Ecstatic Dance soundscape

Exploring music selection, sequencing, and how to craft the Ecstatic Dance wave.

Guiding an Ecstatic Dance session

Putting facilitation into practice: leading transitions, reading energy, and shaping the journey of a session.

Daily Schedule

Friday 20th - Day 1

9-1pm

Arrival - Dance 

Opening Circle - Introduction

Intro to Djing part 1 

1-3pm Lunch

3-6pm

Ecstatic Dance Landscape: Structure & Arc

Music Selection

Dance.

Saturday 21st - Day 2

9-1pm

Arrival - Dance

Check in circle

Ecstatic Dance Soundscape 

Facilitation Foundations

1-3pm Lunch

3-6pm

Intro to Djing part 2 

Dance

Sunday 22nd - Day 3

9-1pm

Arrival - Dance 

Check in circle

Supported Facilitation Practice

1-3pm Lunch

3-6pm

Co-Guiding an Ecstatic Dance

Dance

Closing Circle & Certificate of Completion


Your facilitators

Lead Facilitator - Deva Angel

Ecstatic Dance Facilitator and DJ in Cape Town and Bali - 2012-2026

Ecstatic Dance Facilitator Trainer, Life Force Energy Activator, Light Language Channel, Yogini.

Support Facilitator - Zendrix

Ecstatic Dance DJ Guatemala, South Africa. Musician/producer

(Nagual, Raga Funk Spaceship) Somatic and Sound Healer

What you will get

Participants will receive:

  • A digital manual covering the key concepts and practices of the training, for easy reference during and after the course.

  • A Certificate of Completion upon finishing the 3-day fundamentals training.

  • Lunch is included each day.


What you will need

To make the most of the training, participants should bring:

  • A phone or laptop to download the free DJ software.

  • Pen and paper for notes and exercises.


Venue & Dates

Venue: Soul, Arambol, Goa

Dates: Friday, 20th – Sunday, 23rd February 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Price: ₹7,200 for the full 3-day training

Payment method: Cash or Gpay

Contact: Deva

+918530891259

ecstaticshakti@gmail.com