This potent group field is, in large part, due to the somatic skills of an embodied facilitator. Whether called a “Ceremony Leader,” “Space Holder,” or “Dance Facilitator,” the role is the same: guide dancers, in an embodied way, into a dance journey, stay present with them throughout, and help guide them back out by grounding and integrating the experience.

Join us for an immersive 7-day experience at Quinta São José dos Montes, set on 20 hectares overlooking Albufeira de Castelo do Bode. This intensive training will focus on facilitation through the lens of DTM’s 5 Pathways framework, designed to simplify the creation of conscious dance exercises and classes, while inspiring new ideas and concepts. It’s a journey of self-embodiment where you’ll refine your facilitation skills, learn proven somatic tools, and deepen your ability to lead transformative dance experiences. In this fun and supportive environment, you’ll not only enhance your skills, but also connect with a diverse community of dancers, DJs, psychologists, yoga teachers, and breathwork instructors, all eager to weave embodiment and somatic techniques into their work. Our goal is for you to feel confident incorporating dance into your offerings in a way that liberates and connects people through movement.

𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙛𝙤𝙧…
• Passionate dancers eager to deepen their involvement in conscious/ecstatic dance.
• Conscious/ecstatic dance event organizers seeking to enhance participants’ experiences.
• Conscious/ecstatic DJs who want to facilitate their own DJ sets.
• Therapists & psychologists looking to integrate movement-based practices with clients.
• Leaders & professionals who want to confidently guide others through dance.
• Wellness professionals looking to deepen their connection to embodiment & dance.
• Experienced dance facilitators seeking to expand their skills & find fresh inspiration.

If the above does not describe you or your situation but you want to train with DTM as a Dance Facilitator consider either our Self-Led Dance Facilitator Training or our Online Dance Facilitator Training

𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙋𝙍𝙊𝙂𝙍𝘼𝙈 𝘿𝙀𝙏𝘼𝙄𝙇𝙎
Our In-Person Dance Facilitator Training offers a well-structured, immersive experience in three distinct phases:

1. 𝙋𝙧𝙚-𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜: 3 Modules
Start with 8+ hours of pre-recorded content designed to lay a solid foundation in facilitation theory. Each module is paired with assignments from the course manual, which we’ll review together during the in-person training.

2. 𝙄𝙣-𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙄𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣: 𝙏𝙤𝙢𝙖𝙧, 𝙋𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙜𝙖𝙡 (May 19–25, 2025)
For 7 days and 6 nights, we’ll immerse ourselves in the 5 Pathways framework. Each pathway will first be experienced from the perspective of a dancer, followed by in-depth discussions and teachings about the techniques used and the reasoning behind them. This ‘5 Pathways Intensive’ is the core of the training, where you’ll learn experientially and expand your skills in a dynamic, hands-on, and supportive environment.

3. 𝙋𝙤𝙨𝙩-𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜: 2 Online Sessions
After the in-person retreat, we’ll reconvene for two online Zoom sessions. These sessions are designed to help you integrate the training, provide additional teachings, and continue your personal growth. This space will also serve as a support hub for ongoing discussions, questions, and assignments. Recordings of all classes will be provided for future reference.

𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙑𝙀𝙉𝙐𝙀
In 2012, Quinta São José dos Montes Farm was transformed into a retreat center focused on ecological travel. Though modest from the road, the venue offers breathtaking views of the grounds and surrounding mountains. The beauty of this region can be fully appreciated from the pool and dining areas, where we’ll share delicious vegetarian meals. Just a 10-minute walk away, Castelo do Bode Lake provides a perfect spot for swimming. The retreat center is located 120 km from Lisbon, 190 km from Porto, and 15 km from the center of Tomar.

𝙋𝙍𝙄𝘾𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙋𝙊𝙍𝙏𝙐𝙂𝙐𝙀𝙎𝙀 𝙉𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝘼𝙇𝙎
Na Dance the Medicine, reconhecemos as mudanças significativas que ocorreram em Portugal na última década. À medida que o país se tornou um destino cada vez mais popular para residentes internacionais, o aumento do custo de vida, juntamente com salários frequentemente mais baixos do que em outros países da UE, tem colocado uma pressão financeira adicional sobre muitas comunidades locais.À luz disso, e com profunda gratidão pela oportunidade de ensinar na vossa terra, temos o prazer de oferecer um desconto de 50% nos nossos programas de ensino para nacionais portugueses.Esta oferta tem como objetivo tornar os nossos serviços mais acessíveis exclusivamente a nacionais portugueses. Se tu não fores um nacional português, mas tiveres circunstâncias especiais que exijam acomodações semelhantes, oferecemos opções de bolsa de estudos ou troca de trabalho. Por favor, entre em contato com karen@dancethemedicine.com para mais informações.

𝙀𝘼𝙍𝙇𝙔𝘽𝙄𝙍𝘿 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜: register before the spring and save 200€. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/54vjnzby

𝙈𝙚𝙚𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙢:
𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗮𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘀 • Founder of Dance The Medicine
Bernice, a globally recognized mentor in Conscious Dance, started her journey in a small Canadian dance studio. She introduced the principles of Soul Motion, Expressive Arts, and Somatic Therapy to her community before co-founding Ecstatic Dance International in 2016. Since then, she’s conducted trainings worldwide and founded Dance The Medicine, aiming to spread dance globally. With a passion for facilitating inner transformation, Bernice uses dance, art, and ritual to guide dancers towards liberation.
→https://www.instagram.com/bernice_raabis

𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮 • Global Ecstatic Dance DJ, Facilitator, Event Organizer & Resident DJ @ Ecstatic Dance Amsterdam & Ecstatic Dance Goa
As a full time globe-trotting DJ and ceremony leader from Amsterdam, Esta has significantly influenced global beats and Ecstatic Dance worldwide since 2005. While celebrated for her playful facilitation and adventurous sets, her skills extend the decks to ritual design, music production, and Trance Dance facilitation. Additionally, she has pioneered Ecstatic Dance at various locations, mentors emerging DJs, and teaches in several trainings. As DTM’s first DJ coach, she has played a key role in shaping DTM’s identity as professional, supportive, and fun, and remains a valued member until today.
→ https://djpolyesta.nl

𝗦𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗲 𝗔𝘂𝗯𝗲𝗿 • Dance Facilitator, DJ, Event Organizer & Founder of Ecstatic Dance Montpellier
As the founder of Ecstatic Dance Montpellier and Ocytocine (an outdoor silent disco Ecstatic Dance), Sophie’s been serving up captivating musical journeys that make the soul dance for several years. Having completed all three DTM trainings (Leadership, DJ, and Dance Facilitator), Sophie is one of DTM’s first triple graduates. She joined us with over 15 years of experience in the healing arts, empowering others to unlock their innate potential through dance, embodiment, and mindfulness. She inspires individuals to root themselves in their own lives, bravely embody authenticity, journey into unexplored dimensions of their being, love themselves unabashedly, and re-ignite the thrill of being authentic.
→ https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdancemontpellier

𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗦𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮 • Resident DJ at Ecstatic Dance Madrid, “Templo de Baile” Madrid
After more than two decades behind the decks as club DJ, Alex stumbled upon conscious dance. He soon traded in his career as a computer engineer to become a conscious dance entrepreneur, sharing his passion for dance, music, and consciousness with the world. Stepping into his new life, to become a resident DJ at Templo del Baile, a monthly conscious club in his hometown Madrid, regularly attended by over 200 dancers. Two years later, an invitation to play Ecstatic Dance Madrid, enabled him to take his sets to the next level.During the pandemic, it became Alex’ mission to help the worldwide Ecstatic Dance community by navigating the technical challenges of live-streaming dance and music events as we all struggled to fulfil our need to dance during lockdown. Post-restrictions, he facilitated in-person dancing again by offering donation-based sessions in the streets of Spain, giving birth to a monthly gathering known as La Plaga del Baile (The Plague of Dance).
→https://www.instagram.com/alexsevilladj/

È𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗡í 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿á𝗶𝗻 • Dance Facilitator & Conscious DJ
Hailing from the scenic West coast of Ireland, Èadaoin ventured into the realm of DTM, driven by her passion for dance and a desire to enhance the musical experience for dancers in her Open Floor classes, a venture she embarked on in 2017. This journey not only met her initial aspirations but unfolded into much more. Being a part of DTM has enveloped her in an incredibly supportive community, sparking continual inspiration to delve deeper into the art of DJing and nurturing conscious dance spaces, fuelling cycles of learning, loving, and growth.
→https://www.instagram.com/eadaoinnichallarain/

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Are you ready to transform your dance facilitation skills and bring your magic to conscious dance? Don’t wait – spaces are limited, secure your spot in our in-person Dance Facilitator Training and join a vibrant global community of passionate dance facilitators in magical Portugal!