Ecstatic DJ Camp May 11-14 2020 | Spain

Tordera, Spain

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Dance The Medicine
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46 reviews
May 11 - 14, 2020
Group size: 20 - 90
Ecstatic DJ Camp May 11-14 2020 | Spain
Tordera, Spain

Dance The Medicine
  • Email address verified
46 reviews

May 11 - 14, 2020
Group size: 20 - 90

About this trip

Calling all Ecstatic DJs, conscious dance teachers, and musicians who love to dance!  Join us for a 4-day music-focused Ecstatic Dance Retreat....  let's dance and geek-out on music with intermediate level DJ classes , entry level music production tutorials, music jams, movement classes and lots of musical fun and relaxation.


Join us May 11-14th at the gorgeous Can Benet Vives Campus on the outskirts of Barcelona for a 4-day Ecstatic DJ Camp with accommodation and food included in the price. 


*** Until January 05 use our EARLYCAMP discount code to get the early bird rate ***


What is the Ecstatic DJ Camp?

We like to think of it as a DJ-centric 'choose-your-own-adventure'! Somewhere between a retreat and an intermediate-level DJ Training. Ecstatic DJ Camp is where we will find the balance between playing and learning. At Ecstatic DJ Camp you will get to choose whether you want to learn to scratch, take a tutorial on music production or hang out by the pool waiting for your chance to play a set. And this is only the beginning!!


This camp is for you if you are:

• An Ecstatic DJ who wants to up-level your skills with Master classes led by veteran Ecstatic DJs

• A skilled DJ who wants to understand the Ecstatic/Conscious dance way

• A musician with the desire to collaborate with Ecstatic DJ’s and producers

• An Ecstatic Dance ceremony leader or conscious dance teacher who wants to enhance your classes and up your music game

• A dancing music fan who wants to geek out with friends and DANCE


(If you are just beginning your DJ journey we recommend you first attend our fundamental DJ Training the week before, then attend DJ camp.  In this training we can take you from complete beginner to competent soundscaper in 7 days! Check out more information here. )


“Bernice has the big spirit of combining earnestness and lightness, meaning and fun, space and time. She is a guardian, leader, and compatriot.” -Michael Schatzschneider | Westfalen, Germany


This is an incredible opportunity for learning, networking and having fun! During the 4 days, you will:

• Have the chance to attend Master classes with veteran Ecstatic Dance DJs and music producers

• Level up your musical skills in a supportive environment among mentors and peers

• Have the chance for one-on-one learning in your area of interest.

• Decide for yourself which classes you want to attend and how much time you spend relaxing.

• Be able to explore a variety of dance modalities,

• Connect and network with peers in the Ecstatic/Conscious Dance world 

• Connect with new friends at a gorgeous resort in the centre of a Nature Reserve

• Eat delicious wholesome meals prepared for you with love and care.

• DANCE!


"I thought I would just learn DJing and facilitating skills from Bernice but that turned out to be just a small part of what she has to offer. I felt so privileged to witness her powerful yet gentle energy, her wisdom which she shared so generously, and her ability to steer a large and playful group so smoothly" -Reema Asendar | Amman, Jordan


Registration to the DJ Camp includes:


4 DAYS/ 3 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

Choosing between camping, shared or private accommodation.


DELICIOUS HEALTHY MEALS

3 delicious, low gluten, healthy vegetarian or non-vegetarian meals per day.


2 FULL DAYS OF CLASSES, WORKSHOPS + MORE

From morning until night there will be opportunities for learning . With each Support Team DJ creating a class in their own personal expertise.


CHANCES TO RELAX 

Whether it be hanging out by the pool listening to a fellow participant play a set, going for a walk in the nature reserve or jamming in the live music space there will be ample opportunity to enjoy yourself.


A ONE-ON-ONE SESSION

You will have the opportunity to sign up for a one-on-one with your chosen DJ from the Support Team. This will give you that chance for personalized attention.


PLAYING OUT OPPORTUNITIES

There will be slots to sign up to play by the pool and in the dance space.


PANELS, FAQ’s, COMMUNITY DISCUSSIONS

Our goal is to build community! The environment a the Camp is one of collaboration. We encourage dialogue and sharing.


YOGA + MEDITATION CLASSES

Rebalance the nervous system, remove physical blockages and get in flow with several unique classes throughout the week.


ECSTATIC DANCE + DANCE CHURCH

There will be dancing everyday including a closing Dance Church held by Bernice on the Final Day.


POOL + SAUNA + CAMPFIRES

Relax and renew with heat and water! 


We want you to leave this camp feeling like you have gained new tools, knowledge, friends and support. After the camp it is our hope that you return year after year to help grow the event and reconnect with each other.


IMPORTANT INFORMATION

**You will need to be responsible for bringing your own D Controller and a other ear you want to practice/learn on. Aso pease bring any instruments you wish!!**


**All deposits are non refundable

Before January  25, 2020 100% refund (excluding deposit)

Before February 25, 2020 50% refund (excluding deposit)

Before March 25,  2020 25% refund (excluding deposit)

After    March 25,  2020  no refunds 

We will automatically set you up a two payment plan unless you pay in full. If you would like to make other payment arrangements please contact us and we can make you a personalized plan..**


What’s included

  • 4 days of fun!
    Classes, workshops, jamming, learning, swimming, relaxing and more all while meeting fellow music fanatics from all over the world!
  • 3 wholesome meals a day
    A low gluten menu has been requested. You will have choice between vegetarian or non-vegetarian options. All food made on site with LOVE
  • 3 nights accommodation
    Your choice of basic accommodation in the gorgeous retreat center surrounded by a nature reserve.
  • Pool/Sauna/Fire Pit
    There will be time to enjoy the pool each day. A saunas will be scheduled for one of the nights. And we will have a campfire one evening (weather permitting)
  • option for a one on one
    You choose which of our Team members you would like to have your lesson with *spots may be limited
  • Dances!
    There will be opportunities EVERY DAY to dance
  • Jam Sessions
    We will have an area set up for live music jams so bring instruments!
  • Playing-out Opportunity
    You will get a chance to sign up to play a set at the pool *spots may be limited

What’s not included

  • Transport to CanBenet
    We have transportations options available for purchase when you register for the Camp or the Training
  • DJ gear
    While it is possible to come and learn without any of your DJ gear if you WANT to practice please bring your own! It does not have to be Traktor/Native Instuments gear. We are inclusive of everything!

Available Packages

OWN Tent/Camper with Shared Bathrooms

You will have a play to put up YOUR OWN tent or park your RV. Bathrooms will be shared and are a short walk from your campsite. We have subsidized this option to make the Training accessible to more people.

€595
Deposit: €150
Shared Room with Shared Bathrooms

Most of the  accommodation at the CAMP is shared dormitory style. Bunk beds in rooms ranging from 3 to 12 others. Refer to pictures for visual reference. We will make every effort to fill all bottom bunks first and arrange students according to sleep preferences.  Please be sure to fill out the questioner at when you register.  Bathrooms are shared with private shower and toilet stalls and a bank of sinks and mirrors.  There will be both gendered and mixed dorms.

€695
Deposit: €175
Private Rooms with Shared Bathroom

We have limited quantities of these rooms. Please note the beds are SINGLES.  The bathroom is shared but with only 1 or two others.

€775
Deposit: €195
Private Room with a Private Bathroom

These rooms are set away from the main house. They come in a variety of bed configurations. They each have their own bathroom inside the room and a terrace.  Please refer to the pictures for examples.  Please be sure to fill out the questioner at check out and let us know what configuration/bed type you prefer. We will do our best to accommodate.

€845
Deposit: €215

Available Add-Ons

Transport to & from BCN El Prat Airport
€70
Transport to & from Girona Airport
€50
Transport to & from Sant Celoni Train
€30


Itinerary

Day 1
Get to know each other and plan out your camp experience!

On arrival day we will gather to get to know each other and to learn about  how the Camp works. This is when you will sign up for the classes you want to attend, for your  one on one lesson and enter the lottery to secure a playing-out slot should you want to DJ at the pool.


Please plan to arrive around midday to allow yourself time to settle in.

Your Organizer


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Dance The Medicine
46 reviews
Our Dream Team at Dance the Medicine includes established Conscious and Ecstatic Dance event organizer, movement facilitators and DJ's, We are diverse, coming from a wide array of backgrounds and modalities with varying visions about how to deliver our dance medicine to the world. What we share is a love of dance, music and community. We are collaborative, empathetic, action-minded and believe that dance has the ability to change the world! Come learn, play and DANCE with us!

Reviews

The training was fantastic, both in terms of training content and interpersonal relationships, and the way Bernice and all the staff accompanied us not only with expertise but also with so much heart!
By Paola B for Dance Facilitator Training 2025 • ONLINE on Jun 12, 2025
This was a great course and arrived just at a time when I needed something to boost my confidence and inspire me to follow my love of dance again. The course material was well thought through - embodied all the way - with an enthusiastic team who so obviously LOVE what they do! We did get to dance together on zoom and that works surprisingly well! I found the small groups particularly helpful - being someone who doesn't feel comfortable in a larger group. Having access to that support in the smaller group has continued beyond the training. I feel I am still assimilating the material and as with any of these trainings - you get out of it what you put in...... Thank you DTM! I hope to see you again!
By vicky c for Dance Facilitator Training 2025 • ONLINE on Jun 12, 2025
This learning goes so deep. Beyond enriching and impactful. Highly recommend any training with DTM.
By Mikaela G for Dance Facilitator Training • Self-Led Course on Jun 09, 2025
The 7-day Facilitator Training in Portugal with Dance The Medicine reminded me how sacred this practice truly is. Each day, we danced up to three times—held in a circle of over 40 people from diverse cultures and paths, all united by the deep knowing that dance transforms. We explored what it truly means to hold space with presence, clarity, and love—not just as a skill, but as a way of being. Before this training, I had already invested in the self-led Facilitator Course and had begun holding events in my community. But this immersive experience opened me up in ways I couldn’t have imagined—it showed me how much more there is to learn, embody, and offer. It deepened my understanding of what it means to serve a dance floor with humility, awareness, and care. I feel incredibly grateful to have been granted a scholarship, which made this life-changing opportunity possible. Being part of the very first Level 2 graduate class was an honour, and co-facilitating a small group during the week allowed me to grow in trust, listening, and presence. A heartfelt thank you to Bernice and her extraordinary team, whose vision, clarity, and love held us all. The structure, content, and behind-the-scenes work were impeccable—crafted with intention, precision, and soul. This path is not just about holding space or facilitating conscious dances. It’s about honouring a potent force—one that moves energy, softens emotional blocks, shapes intentions, and nurtures deep well-being and connection with oneself and others. Throughout the week, I witnessed and felt transformation in everyone—participants and team alike. Just like every dance, the training itself became a big, beautiful hold, where each of us could shift, unfold, and remember who we are. I return home with a clearer vision, a fuller heart, and a deep sense of belonging. I feel truly part of a global community, and I’m committed to sharing what I’ve learned—with a humble and open heart. And yes—Dance is the Medicine.
By Felippe F for Dance Facilitator Training 2025 • PORTUGAL on Jun 03, 2025
Endless flower meadows, peace, fantastic accommodation, wonderful food, many insights... knowledge about yourself and others...Thank you! Ašhen🌸
By Ašhen A for Dance Facilitator Training 2025 • PORTUGAL on Jun 03, 2025
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