A 7-part Ecstatic Dance journey through the Chakras with 7 of Melbourne's best DJ's. 

Recorded over 7 months at Centre of You in Prahran, as part of the ongoing monthly event Energy in Motion (get tickets to the next one on Eventbrite).

Huge thank you to all the DJs and guests who contributed, and of course to the epic musicians that made the music.

DJ lineup:
Root Chakra (Earth) - Chakaruna
Sacral Chakra (Water) - Hafner
Solar Plexus Chakra (Fire) - Nectar
Heart Chakra (Air) - LIONel
Throat Chakra (Sound) - Julie Jones
Third Eye Chakra (Light) - Kundalini Project
Crown Chakra (Thought) - Temple Step Project

***Bonus***
Soul Star Chakra (Higher Self) - Chakaruna

Chakra Ecstatic Dance Journey - Energy in Motion

Immerse yourself in the vibrations of the Earth with our Ecstatic Dance set from Energy in Motion, hosted at Centre of You, Melbourne on 3rd February 2024. This session is more than a dance; it's a spiritual odyssey designed to align and activate your Root Chakra—your connection to the Earth, to prosperity, lineage, and community.

Embark on a rhythmic journey that honours our planet and pays homage to the wisdom of our ancestors. As we dance, we tap into our most primal essence, finding the harmony between the roots that tether us and the spirit that compels us to explore.

In this dance, as in life, you may at times feel ungrounded, separated from your stable core, but it is in this space that we discover how to truly ground ourselves again. This set is crafted to help us find peace amid life's tumult, anchoring us to our origins through a solid rhythmic foundation from which we can launch into the cosmos, only to lovingly bring us back to Earth when the time comes.

Feel the beat, move your feet, and let your spirit soar. Connect, celebrate, and come back to yourself.

Special thanks go to the incredible artists whose soundscape nurtured our journey, full list below. Their eclectic beats and profound melodies provided the fuel for a transformative experience:

Liquid Bloom, PERE, Paul Stamets, KR3TURE, Porangui, Momentology, DJ Taz Rashid, ALUNA, Biomigrant, Deya Dova, ATYYA, David Starfire, SOOHAN, Patrick D, Jesse Klein, Jakare, Mose, Morillo, Franko Heke, Russel Walder, Meeta Pandit, Music Mosaic, Funkstar De Luxe, Bob Marley, CJ Stone, Milo.NL, Rameses B, Sue Cho, Bakermat, Di-jay Luu, Akriza, Savej, Chamberlain, GRiZ, DISSØLV, The Polish Ambassador, Wink, Daniel Deuschle, MiDN8, Uevo, Malte Marten, Trevor Hall, East Forest, Emory Hall

Ecstatic Dance for the Earth: Root Chakra Activation @ Energy In Motion

This set was an absolute delight to perform, the second edition of seven, focusing on the Sacral Chakra & the water element - intending to evoke sensuality, creativity, sexuality, self-expression, bliss and flow. 

This is a super special journey that begins and ends with a beautiful poem centered around the journey of a raindrop from the skies to the ocean, created by the equally beautiful Emina Ashman. 

Was a privilege to work with the team at Centre Of You in Prahran, my first time at the venue and it felt like an embrace from an old friend.

Please enjoy and feel free to share this with anyone who may enjoy this musical and poetic creative expression.

<3 
HAFNER

Ecstatic Dance: Sacral Chakra Activation @ Energy in Motion

This set was shared on the 18th May 2024 at the Centre of You as part of a collaborative event for Energy in Motion.

Live music provided by Dan Cully
Facilitation by Patty Mcdonald
Cacao served by Grace Elizabeth

Enjoy!

[[ LIONeL - Ecstatic Dance Set - Energy in Motion (Heart Chakra) @ The Centre of You ]]

This is the recording of the ecstatic dance set for "Energy in Motion: Throat Chakra" on 15/06/24 at Centre of You, Prahran.
It was designed to activate and harmonise the throat chakra, encouraging expression, communication, and inner truth. 
Hope you enjoy it!

Energy in Motion - Throat Chakra Activation

This July, I had the privilege of playing at the Energy In Motion event, where I facilitated an unforgettable experience for over 60 attendees. My set was meticulously crafted to activate the third eye chakra, or Ajna, often referred to as the 'seat of the soul' and a gateway to higher consciousness.

The third eye chakra, associated with the element of light, is our perception center, where intuition and insight reside. Through a carefully curated mix of Arabic classics, Bass Music, Deep House, Trance, and Classical music, I aimed to induce a trance and emotional state that would help participants gain intuition and embrace the art of letting go.

The response was overwhelming, with many attendees sharing profound experiences of heightened awareness and emotional release. It was a magical evening, and I am grateful to have been part of such a transformative journey. Hope you can have the same experience

Live at Energy in Motion Ecstatic Dance (3rd Eye Activation)

Themed for the Solar Plexus Chakra, this set is created for a full power journey to anchor, align and arise in strength and courage, illuminating the internal powers of self creation. 
Busting through our own limitations and rebirthing anew ! 
Enjoy !

Energy In Motion

On Saturday, the 17th of August I plaued for Energy In Motion - An Ecstatic Dance & Cacao Journey.

After an incredible 7 months working our way up the chakras, the August Energy In Motion brought a close to our chakra journey as we finished with the crown 💜👑


As always,  connected deeply with ourselves and our intentions through a sacred Cacao Ceremony, held by Shahna, and in true EIM style, Patty McDonald will take us through some powerful tools for emotional healing and growth.

Energy In Motion at the Centre of You

This Ecstatic Dance set was recorded live at Centre of You for the “Energy in Motion” series, centered on the powerful theme of the Soul Star Chakra. This chakra guides us in connecting with our highest self and sharing our unique light with the world.

Through a dynamic musical journey, filled with emotional highs and lows and an eclectic blend of genres, we explore the stories that shape us and our soul’s purpose on this earth.

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible artists whose tracks are featured in this set:

ANML, KR3TURE, Porangui, Mose, Cyma, Janax Pacha, Hajna, DJ Taz Rashid, Momentology, Tropo, The Polish Ambassador, COFRESI, David Starfire, Shrii, Shaki, Rameses B, GRiZ, Equanimous, Jungle Kitchen, Felix Jaehn, Freddy Verano, Linying, Matoma, nok nok, Lily Grace, Example, E.P.I.C, Chemical Brothers, Will Smith, Marky Mark & The Funky Bunch, Loleatta Holloway, Lee Cabrera, Mike Vale, Naaman, Marcus Gad, Yaima, Gary Malkin, Michael Stillwater, Thich Nhat Hanh

Shine Your Light - Soul Star Chakra Ecstatic Dance

Chakaruna is a DJ/producer weaving tribal bass, organic house, downtempo, cinematic soundscapes, and global influences into deep, danceable journeys. From meditative stillness to ecstatic release, his sets carry ancestral echoes and contemporary energy.

Rooted in nature and ceremony, Chakaruna (Quechua for “World Bridger”) connects ancient wisdom with modern sound — moving bodies, opening hearts, and awakening spirit.