Weekly Ecstatic Dance sessions with Ania Hata plus Silent Auction 12/23/24

Come out for a night of dance, community and healing at Movement on Montrose! The whole evening will be a magical journey of self-expression and connection. Let go of your worries and dance like nobody's watching in this safe and welcoming space. We will have body Glow Paint for anyone desiring to transform their look!

This event is Family Friendly! What an amazing opportunity for families to bond - go to a dance party on a Monday while your kids are hanging out with you.

Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to shake things up, this event is for everyone. No judgments, no expectations, just good vibes and great music. Get ready to move your body, free your mind, and let the music take you on a journey.

If you are new to Ecstatic Dance or just curious to know more, visit the world wide community online at .

Here's a brief overview of Ecstatic Dance:

~ Safe space for people to come together and go on a freeform movement journey through what's called a wave. The music starts out slow, builds to a peak and then drops back down to stillness.

~ Goal is to achieve a state of Ecstasy, where dancers feel connected to others and their emotions and expreience a meditative and happy state of mind.

~ There are almost no rules, but some guidelines include no shoes, no talking during the dance, and no drugs or alcohol.

~ Photography is not allowed unless you have consent to do so.

~ You may choose to dance alone or dance with others. I say begin by yourself, set an intention for you and the world. To dance with another, you will need their consent first.

is a dynamic and versatile event space and non-profit collective dedicated to fostering creativity and community engagement.

This space will be so beautiful for the event. We will have our main space where the event will take place plus a room for lounging whenever you need time away from the main space.

There are three bathrooms and another lounge area.

As you arrive to the event you will notice the main space set up with amazing lighting just perfect for the night ambience. There will be a cozy space with bean bags, blankets and pillows for when you'd like to just chill.

Sliding Scale $23-$33

Suggested $28

Kids 7-14 years old - $11

Kids 6 years old and under are free.

Cash, Zelle and Venmo will be accepted at the door as long as occupancy hasn't been reached.

*If you'd like to avoid Eventbrite ticket fees and don't want to wait to pay at the door, pay via Zelle ([email protected]) ahead of time and I'll put you on the guest list. I would also suggest to send me an email and I'll send you your ticket.

***All children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

A silent auction will be ongoing during the entire evening. My family and I have selected some items for everyone to bid on. Please reach out to me via Instagram or contact me below through Eventbrite if you'd like to auction anything during the evening.

Part of the proceeds from all my events will be going to a 🇺🇦 supporting women and children during the war.

Peace and Love to all!!!

"Music and dance have been a part of my life ever since I can remember. My earliest memories are of me dancing in my room in my flowy skirts - moving to all types of music. At the age of five my parents signed me up to be a part of a professional dancing company in Ukraine and I was a part of it until the age of 12 when I immigrated to the States. Upon arriving here, my mom signed me up with a Ukrainian dance company here in Chicago. I couldn't wait to quit! I didn't want to disappoint my mom. So I quit at 18. Performing on stage just didn't resonate with me anymore. The structured movements, the sometimes hectic schedules, I didn't have my heart in it anymore. Life went on and I always kept dancing. In my home, while washing the dishes, at a party, a wedding, while pregnant, in a parking lot, on a boat, I mean everywhere! Only really in the last couple years I realized just how movement helped me heal and move through some of the hardest times in my life. I even landed a job I wanted once because I danced out my anxiety prior to leaving the house for the interview.

In February of 2020, right before the pandemic I stumbled upon Ecstatic Dance in Chicago while looking for something to do in the city. It was magical! I made a wish to host events like these. And then, the world shut down.

About ten months ago I immersed myself back into the world of Ecstatic Dance. I have been to events here in Chicago, Austin and New York. I began to remember how much I wished to do events just like these. To build a community. So with each trip, I got more and more inspired!

So here we are. You are a witness to the beginning of my weekly Ecstatic Dance sessions. And I am beyond excited!"

Follow Ania on Instagram and check back here in a few days for the Facebook group info.

Event Venue

Movement on Montrose, 2951 West Montrose Avenue, Chicago, United States