Master the Art of Mindful DJing and Ceremonial Hosting

Step into a transformative 4-week Ecstatic Dance DJ training program designed to blend technical DJ skills with spiritual practices for creating meaningful and healing dance experiences. Led by Astralinth, this course uniquely combines DJ training with ceremonial hosting, equipping you to guide ecstatic journeys that inspire transformation and deep healing.

Course Structure:

Week 1: In-Person Training (2 Hours)

• Topic: Beginner DJing, Mixing Techniques, and the Sacred Arc Flow
  • Technical Focus: Learn the fundamentals of DJing using Pioneer equipment, covering essential skills like beatmatching, EQing, and the creative use of effects to shape the flow of energy. We’ll explore harmonic mixing for seamless key transitions, enhancing the spiritual atmosphere of your set. The session will introduce the Sacred Arc Flow, a unique style for shaping a dance journey with a gradual build-up, reaching a peak, and transitioning into soothing and healing sounds to ground participants.
  • Spiritual Approach: Discover how to set intentions and use music as a tool to guide participants through emotional and energetic shifts. This session focuses on curating tracks that align with different states of movement and mindfulness, creating a sacred space for profound connection and transformation.

Week 2: Online Session (2 Hours)

• Topic: Music Theory, Sound Alchemy, and Hosting Ecstatic Dance Ceremonies
  • Technical Focus: Delve into music theory with an emphasis on sound healing principles, learning to work with specific frequencies and vibrations to evoke emotional responses. Explore how to use sacred geometrical patterns like the Fibonacci Sequence to infuse your music with a sense of cosmic harmony. The session also covers the essence of SHAMANIC HOUSE®, which blends organic sounds and tribal rhythms for a meditative and primal experience.
  • Ceremonial Hosting Techniques: Learn how to host Ecstatic Dance sessions that can integrate other elements like mantra singing circles, cacao ceremonies, breathwork, or yoga. Understand how to hold space and guide participants through different stages of the dance, facilitating a journey of release and renewal.

Week 3: Online Session (2 Hours)

• Topic: Music Curation, Preparing for Ecstatic Dance Sets, and Advanced Techniques
  • Technical Focus: Master the art of selecting tracks that align with the Sacred Arc Flow, ensuring your playlist guides dancers from grounding states to euphoric peaks and back to a calm closure. Techniques such as smooth transitions, layering tracks, and using effects to shape the dance experience will also be covered. Learn to curate music for maximum impact, ensuring a deep connection with participants.
  • Spiritual Insights: Incorporate sound alchemy principles and advanced techniques to create powerful, emotionally resonant sets. You’ll learn to integrate healing frequencies that align with the body’s natural rhythms and understand how to structure your sets using the Fibonacci Sequence for an organic and transformative dance journey.
  • Practical Guidance: Tips on finding high-quality music will be provided, including where to source tracks that embody the spiritual and energetic essence of Ecstatic Dance.

Week 4: One-on-One Feedback Session (2 Hours)

• Topic: Personalized Feedback and Refinement
  • Overview: Receive individual feedback on your recorded mixtape, focusing on aspects such as track selection, mixing techniques, transitions, and the flow of your set. This personalized session will help refine your approach to DJing, enhancing your ability to guide transformative dance experiences.

Additional Benefits:

• Music Package: Gain access to a curated selection of tracks for your first Ecstatic Dance set, ensuring you have the right soundscapes to begin your journey.
• Performance Opportunity: You will have a chance to perform at the Beats & Mantra Kollektiv events, featured in the Mindful Ecstatic Parties and Mindful Ecstatic Rave series, offering the opportunity to share your skills with a mindful community.

Class Size and Pricing:

• Class Size: Limited to 4 participants to ensure personalised attention. The first session will be held at my studio, creating a 1-on-1 learning environment.
• Course Fee: €550 total (8 Hours Training Online/In-Person + Certificate of Completion)
  • Booking Deposit: €200 upfront to reserve your spot
  • Balance Payment: The remaining balance will be paid at the In-Person session.
• Course Dates for 2024. Please note only 5 persons could be enrolled per batch.
  1st Batch – 03rd November (Sunday) – 02.00 PM – 05.00 PM (1 in person session followed by 3 online sessions) – FULLY BOOKED
  2nd Batch – 17th November (Sunday) – 02.00 PM – 05.00 PM (1 in person session followed by 3 online sessions) – FULLY BOOKED
  03rd Batch – 03rd December (Tuesday) – 06.00 PM – 09.00 PM (1 in person session followed by 3 online sessions)
  04th Batch – 17th December (Tuesday) – 06.00 PM – 09.00 PM (1 in person session followed by 3 online sessions) – FULLY BOOKED
• Equipment Needed: Minimum Pioneer DDJ FLX4, Laptop which can run Rekordbox 7.00 upwards (I will also demonstrate on how to set the controller and configure the software)

This training goes beyond just DJ skills; it’s about becoming a guide for sacred dance journeys that heal, inspire, and uplift. Join now to elevate your DJing and bring transformative dance experiences to life!