Ecstatic Dance in Chicago with Ania Hata

Welcome to Ecstatic Dance in Chicago with Ania Hata! We are back and in a new location!

The Loving Planet - 2118 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago IL 60625.

Join us for a night of freeform movement and self-expression. Let the music guide you as you dance your heart out in a welcoming and inclusive environment. No judgments, just good vibes and great music. Come as you are and let your body move however it wants. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to shake things up, this event is for everyone. Get ready to move your body, free your mind, and let the music take you on a journey. Expect to be led through some sort of stretching or embodiment practice prior to dance. As well as Ceremonial Cacao served at each event included with your ticket. Keep reading on!

Here's a brief overview of Ecstatic Dance:

~ Safe, judgement-free space for people to come together and go on a freeform movement journey through what's called a wave. The music starts out slow, builds to a peak and then drops back down to stillness.

~ Goal is to achieve a state of Ecstasy, where dancers feel connected to others and their emotions and expreience a meditative and happy state of mind.

~ There are almost no rules, but some guidelines include no shoes, no talking during the dance, and no drugs or alcohol.

~ Photography is not allowed unless you have consent to do so.

~ You may choose to dance alone or dance with others. I say begin by yourself, set an intention for you and the world. Maybe even close your eyes to connect to self. To dance with another, you will need their consent first.

~ Avoid heavy scents.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with yourself and others through the power of dance. See you on the dance floor!

7:00PM Doors Open

7:15PM Opening and Cacao with Ania Hata

7:45PM Breathe and Stretch with Sean

8:00PM 80's theme Ecstatic Dance with Ania Hata

9:30PM Sound Journey with Shanti and Paula

9:45PM Closing Circle & Community Announcements

Visit the Facebook Event Page for more details here.

Meet your Facilitator:

Ania Hata is an Ecstatic Dance Facilitator and DJ. Music and dance have been a part of her life since the age of five. She is passionate about sharing her love for movement and dance. Her belief is that this type of freeform dance can help process feelings of grief, inspire ideas and make you fall in love with life again. The dances she facilitates have a super chill evening, sensual and playful vibe to them involving scarves, dance skirts plus other dance props and body Glow Crayons. As a DJ, she prepares phenomenal playlists in an Ecstatic Dance wave format, incorporating different genres and taking you on a musical journey of your life. Ania loves to activate the heart by serving cacao during her events. Cacao has the ability to heal in a ceremonial setting and bring you into a state of euphoria and bliss during the dance.

Listen to my last Ecstatic Dance Mix on Spotify (listen without shuffle)

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A little more from Ania...

"Music and dance have been a part of my life ever since I can remember. My earliest memories are of me dancing in my room in my flowy skirts - moving to all types of music. At the age of five my parents signed me up to be a part of a professional dancing company in Ukraine and I was a part of it until the age of 12 when I immigrated to the States. Upon arriving here, my mom signed me up with a Ukrainian dance company here in Chicago. I couldn't wait to quit! I didn't want to disappoint my mom. So I quit at 18. Performing on stage just didn't resonate with me anymore. The structured movements, the sometimes hectic schedules, I didn't have my heart in it anymore. Life went on and I always kept dancing. In my home, while washing the dishes, at a party, a wedding, while pregnant, in a parking lot, on a boat, I mean everywhere! Only really in the last couple years I realized just how movement helped me heal and move through some of the hardest times in my life. I even landed a job I wanted once because I danced out my anxiety prior to leaving the house for the interview. In February of 2020, right before the pandemic I stumbled upon Ecstatic Dance in Chicago while looking for something to do in the city. It was magical! I made a wish to host events like these. And then, the world shut down. In March of 2024 I immersed myself back into the world of Ecstatic Dance. I have been to events here in Chicago, Austin and New York. I began to remember how much I wished to do events just like these. To build a community. So with each trip, I got more and more inspired!

So here we are. I have been hosting private Ecstatic Dances since June of 2024 and open to the public since 11/11/2024 . I am beyond excited to have you here! Thank you!"