Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance

Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance is a community in coastal Mississippi that hosts healthy-living events.

Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance is offering our first ever movement retreat! You are invited to join us for:✨ Grounding + joy ...
04/06/2025

Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance is offering our first ever movement retreat!

You are invited to join us for:
✨ Grounding + joy ✨
✨ Dance, breath, music ✨
✨ Conscious community connection ✨

This all-ages gathering is designed to offer you an opportunity to enjoy the tranquility of nature, move, and rejuvenate.

This 24-hour retreat is complete with 4-hours of programming, 4 live music sets, and 3 nourishing meals.

Live music featuring:
✨DJ Blist ✨
✨la’ra’le ✨
✨monster strut ✨
✨Artis “Romero” Burney ✨

Adult programming:
✨Yoga / Sound Bath / Breathwork / Energy Clearing✨

Kids programming (ages 5+):
✨Scavenger hunt story time, art, yoga, and dance ✨
✨ Forest school play-based learning ✨

Meals to include:
✨ Dinner / Campfire & S’mores / Breakfast / Lunch ✨

Presence Play Ground: is a production of Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance, benefiting the Burrow Nature Center, 501c3, and hosted at in Lumberton, MS

** RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 29 **💚🔥🏝️✨Our second beachfront movement meditations of the year will welcome back our “house DJ”...
04/04/2025

** RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 29 **

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Our second beachfront movement meditations of the year will welcome back our “house DJ” Amanda Mavar Schmidt . Those of y’all who have experienced her elemental dance journeys know how lucky we are to have her bring the beats to our sandy dance floor!

We will also welcome back Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance co-founder, Tiffany Gayatri Devi Kidder to lead the opening cacao circle, a truly heartwarming and heart opening ceremony 💚

Those of yall who haven’t experienced this yet…come see what you’ve been missing out on!! All are welcome 🫶

03/25/2025

Wellness is a lifestyle ✌️🤍💃🪩🕺

Balance. Renewal. Release.Embodying the vitality of spring 🌱So much gratitude to everyone who showed up to Beachfront Mo...
03/24/2025

Balance. Renewal. Release.

Embodying the vitality of spring 🌱

So much gratitude to everyone who showed up to Beachfront Movement Meditation with an open heart and an open mind 🙏

Sound off in the comments with your testimonials 🗣️

Continue the community connection w intros and promos by joining
✅ private group
✅ messenger thread

Stay tuned for future events by following on Eventbrite for
📧 email newsletter

See y’all next time!

UPCOMING DATES
April 13, Ocean Springs
May 17-18, Desoto Nat’l Park Retreat
June 29, Ocean Spring

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👋 who’s joining us on Sunday?! 👋✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨There are still a few reciprocity / low income / student registration avail...
03/21/2025

👋 who’s joining us on Sunday?! 👋

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There are still a few reciprocity / low income / student registration available. We want to ensure that this beautiful gathering is accessible to all!

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Hope to see you all out on our dance floor!

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👋 Meet the team guiding the gathering! 👋

DJ Jon Juan

John Yoakum is a conscious dance deejay, massage therapist and sound/energy healer residing in the greater Jackson, Mississippi area. He is passionate about bringing community together through various healing applications of sound, music and movement.

As a DJ, John transmits a lush mix of worldly electronica and beyond for the mind, body and spirit. Tune in to the sounds of euphoria.
From curating ambient soundscapes to ecstatic bliss, and the spaces in between, his sets take the listener/dancer on a journey to a higher place.

John helps with organizing and collaborating on conscious events with Holistic HeArts Collaborative and also Ecstatic Dance Mississippi, which can both be found via Instagram and Facebook.

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la’ra’le

Lauren Lee, or larale, finds her flow through music, movement, curating community gatherings, and mapping strategies that inspire healing, prosperity, and innovation.

As a life-long poet, song-writer, and musician, she finds creative expression through her band, la’ra’le.

She thrives while co-creating new ventures. She is the founder of the Luminous Solutions small business consulting and entrepreneurship coaching. She is also co-founder of Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance event series and the Mississippi Cannabis Festival.

Lauren Lee is a philosopher’s wife and mother to a spirited 5 year old. Her prayer is that we all find the value in collaboration and power in uplifting each other!

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Janee’ Herring, The Energetic Elephant,

Rev, Janee’ is a weaver of wisdom and seeker of all paths that lead to Oneness with Great Spirit. As an Interfaith Minister, Integrative Healing Arts Practitioner, and Certified Hypnotist, she guided souls back home—using the alchemy of EFT Tapping, auriculotherapy, toe reading, quantum crystal technology, and sacred water.

Her journey began at eight years old, pouring over anatomy diagrams in herr grandmother’s encyclopedias, unknowingly preparing for my divine role in the great awakening. A few days a week, you can also find her weaving magic at Wild Flier in Ocean Springs, where spirit and synchronicity dance together.

She is here as ground crew for the grand shift in consciousness. Together, we are changing the world—one ripple, one soul, one moment at a time.

This co-ed gathering is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a love of music, danci...
03/12/2025

This co-ed gathering is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a love of music, dancing, and mindfulness.

We’ll begin with sharing heart-opening cacao, a drink made from raw chocolate that carries a sweet and connective spirit and facilitates spiritual awakening. Then, you’ll be invited to get silly during a short guided dance warmup. We’ll then emerse ourselves in the global musical journey led by DJ Jon Juan.

Let go of stress, tension, and inhibitions while experiencing the power of free form movement meditation. The session will close with a multi-instrumental sound healing and a prayer circle.

Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner, this event welcomes everyone. So mark your calendars and get ready to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul at Beachfront Bonfire Movement Meditation!

REGISTER TODAY ON EVENTBRITE

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Gulf Coast Ecstatic is thrilled to welcome guest DJ Jon Juan for our first event of 2025!

DJ Jon Juan is a conscious dance deejay, massage therapist and sound/energy healer residing in the greater Jackson, Mississippi area.

He is passionate about bringing community together through various healing applications of sound, music and movement. As a DJ, John transmits a lush mix of worldly electronica and beyond for the mind, body and spirit.

Tune in to the sounds of euphoria. From curating ambient soundscapes to ecstatic bliss, and the spaces in between, his sets take the listener/dancer on a journey to a higher place.

John helps with organizing and collaborating on conscious events with Holistic HeArts Collaborative and also Ecstatic Dance Mississippi, which can both be found via Instagram and Facebook.

Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance just wrapped up our 10th event on the coast! It’s so wonderful seeing new and returning people...
12/16/2024

Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance just wrapped up our 10th event on the coast!

It’s so wonderful seeing new and returning people participate in last night’s Silent Disco: Music, Movement, and Meditation.

Special shoutout to those brave souls who show up on their own without knowing anyone else then become new friends 🥰

If you’ve been interested in joining in on the fun, there are several ways to stay tuned for future events!

✨ join our chat thread on Messenger: https://m.me/cm/AbZL3uoPJeEsaDBa/?send_source=cm:copy_invite_link

💚 turn on notifications for this page - select “favorites” to see our announcements and event invites

🎶 follow our private community group where anyone can post and share their journey ➡️ Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance

📧 follow our page on Eventbrite to receive email notifications when new events are announced (you’ll need to create an Eventbrite account then click “follow”) https://www.eventbrite.com/o/gulf-coast-ecstatic-dance-70898166303?

We are honored to serve the conscious community on the Gulf Coast and look forward to continue to offer healthy living events that uplift and inspire 🙏🤍

Today is the day, y'all! Here's all you need to know for Silent Disco!!Be sure to bring:* towel or blanket to sit on dur...
12/15/2024

Today is the day, y'all! Here's all you need to know for Silent Disco!!

Be sure to bring:
* towel or blanket to sit on during cacao ceremony
* warm socks to stay cozy while dancing barefoot
* jacket / layers to stay warm when the sunsets on the breezy beach
* water bottle to stay hydrated
* bonus points if you also bring your own coffee cup for tea!

Please plan to arrive in time to park, sign-in, use the restroom, and setup your spot in the circle by 4:00 PM. If you arrive late, join us and we'll help you sign-in during the next break.

The guided event will wrap up around 6PM then you are invited to stay for warm vegan soup and hot tea together around the bonfire until 7PM.

We will gather at bonfire pit #42. This is on Front Beach Drive in front of Fort Maurepas — between Jackson Ave + Washington Ave.

Address for GPS: 499 Front Beach Dr, Ocean Springs, MS 39564

Coordinates: 30.405466, -88.829638

Nearby street parking is usually available. If not, then there is a parking lot at Fort Maurepas, about across the street from our reserved area. You’ll see us setup with a table on the sidewalk!

Thank you for your trust. We are so excited to see everyone soon!

P.S. Advanced registration is encouraged via Eventbrite but if you plan to pay at the door, then please just let us know!

Also -- we are glad to offer an attendance / volunteer exchange to anyone who would like to support of the event. This is a labor of love for the entire team and we can usually use more helping hands!

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The countdown is on to our gathering on Sunday! We dance to connect — with each other and our inner wisdom. We dance for...
12/14/2024

The countdown is on to our gathering on Sunday!

We dance to connect — with each other and our inner wisdom. We dance for our health — getting great exercise and a major mood boost. And we dance to enjoy time outside, warm by the fire, and in awe of the beauty of nature.

Our meditation theme on Sunday will be forgiveness. This time of year, we are surrounded with messages of joy and cheer but many of us may also be feeling heaviness around the things that fell short of expectations or violated our boundaries. We’ll make space for those emotions and for imagining the possibilities that arise to us through letting go. During our closing circle we will sing “let it be”.

We welcome all to join us. Come solo or bring a friend! We greatly appreciate you sharing this event with your community and helping to get out the word. Please comment, share, & like to help other interested folks see this heartfelt offering!

Advance registration via Eventbrite is encouraged. More details on event page — Silent Disco: Music, Movement, and Meditation

Feel free to reach out with any questions 🙏🤍🫶✨

We’ve got a good thing going, y’all! Time to share the love 🫶 until midnight timorrow, get 50% off your order of 2 or mo...
11/30/2024

We’ve got a good thing going, y’all! Time to share the love 🫶 until midnight timorrow, get 50% off your order of 2 or more tickets with the discount code “Thankful” 🎟️

Our December 15 dance is sure to be special — with a big bonfire, hot tea, and soup to keep us warm out on the beach. There is something truly fulfilling about enjoying the elements of the great outdoors as we go deep within to explore our own inner nature.

As always we invite you to come solo or bring your friends along for the journey!

Embrace the ceremony of life with us and let’s make magic together! 🤍✨🔥🌅🎶

Did you know that ecstatic dance is a global phenomenon?! Where conscious dance meets electronic music… Where you don’t ...
11/12/2024

Did you know that ecstatic dance is a global phenomenon?!

Where conscious dance meets electronic music…

Where you don’t just hear the music, you feel the beat moving through you…

Gulf Coast Ecstatic Dance takes inspiration from this broader movement and is a registered event on EcstaticDance.org

To learn about the history of this dance form, check out this link!

https://ecstaticdance.org/history/

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Front Beach Drive
Ocean Springs, MS
39564

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