Ecstatic Dance Summer Retreat • 2-5 August

Ecstatic Dance Summer Retreat • 2-5 August

Join us for a transformational 4 days of community living on the enchanting lands of Embercombe, nestled in the heart of Devon.

By Ecstatic Experiences

Date and time

Fri, 2 Aug 2024 16:00 - Mon, 5 Aug 2024 16:00 GMT+1

Location

Embercombe

Embercombe Higher Ashton EX6 7QQ United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Contact the organiser to request a refund.
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 days

    Sign-up via our main platform for lower booking fees: https://tri.ps/jhVot


    Expect epic Ecstatic Dance journeys, heart-opening workshops, delicious wholesome food, meaningful connections, tears, laughter and everything in between. Come as you are, all of you is welcome here ♥


    TEAM

    Renée Lacroix — Retreat leader, Ecstatic Dance DJ & facilitator
    Benjamin Tree — Movement Medicine facilitator
    Pixi Pete — Ecstatic Dance DJ & facilitator
    Elise Yuill Cohen — Yoga teach & kirtan leader
    Charlie Bishop — Musician & sound healer
    Iona McNeil — Authentic Relating facilitator


    PROGRAM

    Click here to see full program description (subject to change).


    ABOUT EMBERCOMBE

    Embercombe is an eco retreat centre overarching a beautiful and wilding 50 acre valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. 'It is place to find a deep connection with nature – wild nature around us and wild nature within us. It is a place to breathe, to reconsider, to regenerate and to relearn. It is a place to get clear on what it is you have to offer the world and become passionate about who you are and what you do.'

    ACCOMMODATION: 3 NIGHTS

    1. If you choose the accommodation option, you have the choice between a shared or private yurt with compost toilets and running water nearby. Full bathroom facilities with hot showers are available in the main building. Linen is provided.

    2. If you choose the camping & van option, you need to bring your own tent/van and camping gear (ex. sleeping bag, mattress, pillow, blanket).


    FOOD: 9 MEALS

    All meals are included (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 3 dinners). Organic, vegan food is lovingly prepared on site using locally-sourced produce whenever possible. If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, please let us know when booking.

    ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE

    We ask you to arrive between 5-6 pm on Friday 2 August to allow time to check-in, explore the grounds and settle in before we start.

    The retreat will start with dinner at 6:30 pm. The retreat will end after lunch at 3 pm on Monday 5 August.


    WHAT TO BRING

    -Towel
    -Torch (head torches are really useful)
    -Clothing & boots suitable for the outdoors
    -Rain jacket & wellies
    -Ear-plugs (if sharing a yurt)
    -Hot water bottle
    -Toiletries (natural & biodegradable products please)

    REVIEWS

    Our past participants are raging about their experience with us.

    Check out their reviews here!


    PAYMENT

    Non-refundable deposit is required to book and secure your place.

    We recommend you sign-up via our main platform for lower booking fees: https://tri.ps/jhVot

    Balance due 30 days before retreat starts. Please carefully read our Retreat T&Cs as by booking on our retreat, you become legally bound by these terms.


    GETTING THERE

    Embercombe, Higher Ashton, Exeter, EX6 7QQ


    By train

    Exeter St David’s is the closest station which serves most of the UK. It’s approximately 7 miles from Embercombe. We offer a return transfer to/from Exeter train station for £35 both ways (add-on when booking).

    Frequently asked questions

    Can I come on my own?

    Absolutely! Most of our participants come on their own, and many not knowing anyone else. Our retreats are highly inclusive and welcoming, and the program is designed to facilitate connections between one another with ice-breakers, group exercices and a daily sharing circle in small groups.

    I've never been on retreat or done an Ecstatic Dance before. Can I still join?

    Yes! While we would suggest that you try at least a conscious dance session (of any modality) to get a feel first, we always have a handful of participants who have never done Ecstatic Dance before coming on retreat. And for many of them it's also their first retreat.

    Is this similar to a festival?

    No. Our retreats are a closed container: we start and finish together. There is one program and all the activities, including meals, are communal. We will also ask you to turn your phone off. Our retreats are an invitation to dive deeper into your practice and let go of the outside world.

    Are the accommodations heated?

    Yes, all accommodations are equipped with a gas heater or wood burner. The main hall and other facilities are also heated.

    Can I come for only part of the retreat?

    No. Part of the reason our retreats are so powerful is due to the energy field we create together as a group. Having participants arrive later or leave early clashes with this group field. If you come on retreat with us, we ask that you commit to staying for the entire duration.

    Are children welcome?

    Our retreats are not suitable for children.

    Are dogs allowed?

    Unfortunately not.

    What is your cancellation policy?

    Your deposit is non-refundable. In case of cancellation from your side less than 60 days from retreat start date, no refunds or transfers will be offered. See our Payment section above read our full Terms & Conditions.

    If I can no longer make it, can I transfer my booking to someone?

    If you find someone to take your booking, there will be a £35 admin charge to transfer your booking to another person.

    Organised by

    Ecstatic Experiences

    Ecstatic Experiences is a transformational events company run by Ecstatic Dance organiser, facilitator and DJ Renée Lacroix. Our mission is to create safe and sacred spaces for people from all ages and backgrounds to come together to connect and work on themselves through movement classes, sharing circles, self-development workshops and freeform dance. Our retreats embrace inclusivity, freedom of expression, openness and positivity. Join us for a truly transformative experience!

    £109.05