Thursdays
SPArkling Night
Every Thursday with sauna, hot tub, soup and singing circle around the fire
Events
Our events center around dance as a form of expression, connection and presence. Alongside dance gatherings, we host hands-on workshops such as permaculture, massage and inner work.
These spaces are practical, embodied and grounded. They invite movement, learning and self-exploration—individually and together. Some events are energetic and social, others quiet and introspective. All are intentional.
Upcoming Events
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Host your event at Essência
We open our space to your events and workshops.
If your concept resonates with what we do, feel free to reach out.
Easy friendly low risk conditions
- 50€ to book the date
- 30% share of your income
Discount on accommodation
- 50% off a room price for the night before and after the event for the organisers
- 30% off for the participants
Past Events
Apr
05
(POSTPONED) Harmonium Workshop
POSTPONED. Info will follow. Beginner-friendly harmonium workshop with mantras and simple songs. Explore voice, sound, and presence in a relaxed group setting. Includes basics, instruments provided, and guidance for all levels.
Apr
04
Ecstatic Dance Aljezur
Final ecstatic dance of the season ✨ Move freely through a guided warm-up into an immersive dance journey with diverse electronic rhythms—from chill to high-energy—creating a magical space for connection, expression, and embodiment 💫
Mar
28
Gathering of Essence - FULLY ALIVE
A vibrant gathering to reconnect, recharge, and feel fully alive. Enjoy ceremonies, ecstatic dance, forest spa, nourishing food, sound healing, and live music—surrounded by community, magic, and the beauty of the land.
Mar
14
Ecstatic Dance Aljezur
Warm up to slowly connect with your body! To move freely within the space! Music styles: a variety of electronic music, slow and fast paced rhythms, chill out vibes and ecstatic energy!! A little bit for everyone to enjoy a magical experience!
Mar
07
UNITED WE TRIBE
Join this special gathering to remember, release and celebrate. We open our hearts with cacao, song and shared practices of reflection, compassion and gratitude. Movement turns into prayer, Ecstatic Dance into a wild offering to life. We nourish the body, ground in live music and share our gifts.
Mar
04
Holi - celebration of colors
Join us for a joyful Holi celebration of color and community. Inspired by the ancient spring festival, we gather to release the old, welcome the new and celebrate love, light and connection. With music, ritual and vibrant organic colors, we honor renewal — and each other.
Mar
03
Ecstatic Ways Full Worm “Blood” Moon
An evening to be felt, not explained. We gather in circle with cacao, medicine music, breath and sound to open the heart and quiet the mind. Movement becomes prayer, presence becomes portal. A space to connect, release and remember who we are — together.
Feb
28
HIGH ON LOVE - The Art of Juicy Relationship
A full-day immersion into conscious sexuality and authentic connection. In a safe space for singles and couples, we explore intimacy, healing and deeper relating — cultivating vitality, trust and presence and allowing love to truly bloom.
2025
Oct
27
The Art of Touch
A Foundational Massage Practitioner Course
Oct
26
FUNDAMENTS
Contemplating the Yamas in the spiritual and physical practice
Oct
25
Essência 4 Years Anniversary
Celebration of our Magic EcoVillage
Sep
27
Ecstatic Ways
Live music / Ecstatic dance / kundalini cacao activation
Aug
30
Cacao dance
Ecstatic dance - Yoga meditation