ECSTATIC LIFE GATHERING 2026
AND THE INVISIBLE EMPIRE
10 ~ 15 JUL 2026 ⫸ TOMAR ~ PORTUGAL ⫸ 6 DAYS OF PURE ECSTATIC & CONNECTION
“In many shamanic societies, if you came to a medicine person complaining of being disheartened, dispirited, or depressed, they would ask one of four questions:
When did you stop dancing?
When did you stop singing?
When did you stop being enchanted by stories?
When did you stop being comforted by the sweet territory of silence?”
> in “Maps to Ecstasy” by Gabrielle Roth
Last 4 summer editions videos:
6 days of dancing and singing, connecting and awakening.
We are once again organizing this Big Gathering for the 15th time, in the same place and with another very special theme (see below).
In a magical place with a large forest, a saltwater pool, a huge lake 1 km away, a 600m2 dance temple and a group of incredible facilitators, musicians, artists and therapists!
We will be more than 200 special beings, together for 6 days in this magical place.
A ritualized gathering where we will dance a lot, express what is inside, in deep connection with ourselves, with others, and with nature!
Free from additives (alcohol, drugs) where our infinite energy reveals itself naturally!!
A ritual celebrating Summer, from which we will emerge renewed, light, and with great peace.
⫸FACILITATORS & PROGRAM:
Clica em cada nome/ organização para saberes mais:
Organized by Virgílio Beatriz, it features highly experienced facilitators and the largest regular Ecstatic Dance organizations in Portugal.
> Virgílio Beatriz: “Host”, Facilitator & Musician – Ecstatic Dance & Voice Portugal; Nós Voz mantras. In this Gathering >> 1 Ecstatic Dance + “Canta! Canta! Canta!” (Medicine Songs) + 2 Rituals + Host.
> Kwenda Lima: Facilitator. In this Gathering >> 1 Dance Ritual “Inner Kaizen Humanology” + Drum Circle.
> Ohxala: DJ’s & Music producers. In this Gathering >> 1 Ecstatic Dance.
> Rute Novais: Facilitator & DJ – Ecstatic Dance Lisboa & Sintra. In this Gathering >> 1 Ecstatic Art session.
> Momo: Facilitator & Dj – Ecstatic Dance – Coração de Cacau; In this Gathering >> 1 Cacau ceremony + 1 Ecstatic Dance.
> Sal da Terra: Musicians. In this Gathering >> 1 Special concert.
> Rui Sebök Bizarro: Facilitator & Venue Guardian. In this Gathering >> 1 Biodinamic breathing session.
> Heitor Pohema: Facilitator & Musician. In this Gathering >> “Canta! Canta! Canta!” (Medicine Songs) + Sacred Fire.
> Joana Guardiã: Facilitator – Ecstatic Dance Porto – In this Gathering >>Caretaker of the Altars and the Invisible.
> Andreia na Terra : Musician. In this Gathering >> 1 Special concert.
> Sandra Martins: Musician. In this Gathering >> 1 Special concert.
> Juliette Normandin: Facilitator – House of The Rising Mojo. In this Gathering >> 1 Drum Circle.
> Tristan Delabroye: Facilitator & Musician – House of The Rising Mojo. In this Gathering >> 1 Drum Circle + Live Drum.
> Baltazar Molina: Musician. In this Gathering >> Musician: Percussion and more magic.
> Krisztina Sebök Bizarro: Facilitator & Venue guardian – In this Gathering >> 1 Yoga session.
> Mariana Travassos: Musician & Psicoterapeuta. In this Gathering >>“Canta! Canta! Canta!” (Medicine Songs) + 1 Special concert.
> Vanessa Spencer: Musician. In this Gathering >> Guest musician + 1 Special concert.
> Lily Nanda: Facilitator & Musician. In this Gathering >> 1 Kalari session + Guest musician + 1 Special concert.
> Silvia Leilani: Facilitator – Ecstatic Dance Cascais. In this Gathering >> 1 Yoga session.
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Patrícia Herdeira & Lizzy Charles (Ecstatic Kids); Eva Lotz (Art & Live painting); Miguel Gandara (Astrologist) ; Flávia Mel (Pinha) (Crystal Clear Waters); Pedro Esteves (Photography) ; Daniela Gandra (Video); | Terapeutas: Sofia Braz, Marta Marto, + to be anounced.
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> Tiago Bento (operational coordination); Sofia Frutuoso (team coordination + production); Mónica Barbosa (registration + communication); Hugo Garcia (structures); Tiago Soares (sound engineer); Production support: Carolina Higgs, Filipe Patrocínio, Marta Alves.
>> Present Collectives: Ecstatic Dance & Voice Portugal, Ecstatic Dance Lisboa, Sintra, Porto, Coimbra, Cascais, Coração de Cacau, Nós Voz e House of the Rising Mojo.
: : from Friday (10 JUL) at 2pm to Monday (13 JUL) until 6pm : :
+ 2 Extra “Fade Out” days with program (14 & 15 JUL)
You can choose between 3 or 5 nights 🙂
28 Special moments!
5 Ecstatic Dance, 1 Cacau Ceremony, 1 Inner Kaizen Dance, 1 Ecstatic Art, 1 Biodinamic Breathing Session, 1 Drum Circle, 3 Rituals, 3 “Canta! Canta! Canta! (Medicine songs), 2 Special Concerts, 1 Fire ritual, 2 Yoga Sessions, 1 Kalari Session, 1 Personalized Astrological Chart analysis and 1 Lake Ritual 🙂
+ Ecstatic Kids Space with program for children and parents
+ Therapy/Emotional Support Space + Sauna Gus + Cold Plunge + “Invisible Empire” Space + Calma (Chill Out) Space + Artistic Interventions + Sacred Fire
+ Ecstatic Market + Cacau Bar by Coração de Cacau.
+ “Canta! Canta! Canta!” space > bring your musical instruments.
⫸ THEME:
The Invisible Empire > The prophecy that guides us in all our work will now be revisited this summer.
The Prophecy of the 5th Empire always opens magic in the space. A story that helps us open the portal to awaken our essence (1), let go of what no longer serves us (2), and share the energy around us (3).
It is this Invisible Empire that will guide us in these days of pure magic.
⫸ VENUE/ LOCATION:
Quinta São José dos Montes (Tomar – Portugal):
One of Portugal’s most iconic retreat centers, located 150 km north of Lisbon.
Featuring a large forest, a saltwater pool, a huge lake (1 km away), and a 600m² Dance Temple (300m² indoor and 300m² outdoor),
This retreat center, in addition to its large area and ample sleeping space, is well-known for its incredible vegan meals.
How to get here?
If you put “Quinta São José dos Montes” into Maps/Waze, the location will appear immediately.
>> We will create a carpooling group > this way we save the environment and money – this is the most used option in the last gatherings : )
⫸ CONTRIBUTION:
There is one price for ticket and another for accommodation and meals.
TICKET:
- 1st Phase -195€ – few tickets
- 2nd Phase – 235€ – 50 tickets
- 3rd Phase – 285€ – 50 tickets
- 4th Phase – 345€ – 50 tickets
>> Choose the phase of your ticket based on your level of abundance : )
The ticket includes:
- 4-day, 3-night gathering + 2 days and 2 nights of “Fade Out” (with program)
- 28 Workshops/Group Sessions/Moments
- Personalized astrological chart analysis
- Use of the pool, lake, and all spaces
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COST OF ACCOMMODATION + MEALS:
(to be paid on the first day of this Gathering – July 10th)
10-13 JULY:
(Includes 3 nights / 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners)
Prices per person:
- Tent*: 180€
- Caravan/ Van*: 180€
- Dormitory: 255€
- Family Dormitory: 255€
- Double Room: 355€
- Double Room with private bathroom: 345€
- Dome with private bathroom: 345€
10-15 JULY:
(Includes 5 nights / 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners)
Prices per person:
- Tent*: 300€
- Caravan*: 300€
- Dormitory: 425€
- Family Dormitory: 425€
- Double Room: 525€
- Double Room with private bathroom: 575€
- Dome with private bathroom: 575€
*Prices for your own tent, caravan/van.
// The ticket price is the same for both day options.
// It is possible to add an extra bed to the rooms.
// If you have a kitchen in your caravan and want to cook your own meals, send us an email to find out the price (see email below).
+ Detailed info about accommodations > click here!
+ More information about Ecstatic Kids and prices > click here!
>> If you want to be part of the Ecstatic Market, click here: https://bit.ly/ecstaticmarket
Important Notes:
> We start on July 10th at 2 PM, all together, to present the program, the team, and explain how everything works – if you can’t be there at the beginning, don’t register – this way we guarantee the quality of this gathering 🙂
> The minimum attendance for this gathering is 4 days and 3 nights: less is not possible, so we can get into that special energy 🙂
> Registration is only confirmed after filling out the registration form (see below) and paying the full amount or, at least, 50% of the ticket price.
> Here you can check the cancellation policy: https://bit.ly/ELGcancel
> If you want to guarantee your ticket, register now, as we always sell out.
** There will be English translation and the workshops are bilingual 🙂
** Animals: the Venue does not allow you to bring them 🙂
If you have any questions, please send an email to: ecstaticdanceandvoiceportugal@gmail.com
WE BEGIN THE SUMMER TOGETHER!
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