Learn set creation, transition skills, track curation and more from global Conscious Dance DJ's in this immersive 7-day retreat
Do you want to become an Ecstatic Dance DJ?
Join the DTM team to learn the art of conscious dance set creation and develop essential DJ skills. Whether you're a complete beginner, an experienced DJ, or a conscious dance facilitator wanting to learn DJ software, this is the course for you because it is designed specifically for dancers!
Join us for a transformative 7-day immersive experience, where our professional team of successful international Ecstatic Dance DJs and Conscious Dance Teachers will guide you step-by-step through our proven curriculum that has been taught since 2019.
Our comprehensive 9-module program will give you the skills and confidence to become a DJ. You’ll learn the art of song curation, selection, and placement, mastering the technical aspects of DJ software to make seamless transitions and create the dance journeys you’ve always known you could.
We offer both beginner and intermediate groups, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Every participant also receives a comprehensive technical training manual with dedicated space for notes—making it a lasting resource you can revisit for years to come.
Is this for you?
This training is ideal if you...
Want to be a DJ!
Have attended Ecstatic Dances and want a chance to be behind the decks
Are a seasoned DJ keen to step into the world of ecstatic and conscious dance
Are a conscious dance facilitator using iTunes/Spotify and are ready to level up
Are an Ecstatic Dance organizer seeking the confidence to DJ their own events
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Already work with DJ software but want a better understanding of how it works
Want to learn alongside peers who understand the unique skills needed to DJ conscious dance, skills often overlooked in traditional DJ academies
Want to learn to DJ in a kind, supportive environment where you feel safe asking “stupid” questions
What's Included
A Professional Education
Delivered by a team of experienced conscious dance organizers, facilitators, and DJs.
09 Comprehensive Modules
Based on years of practical experience and taught through a well-structured curriculum. You will also get a full year of free access to the self led version of this course upon graduation!
7 Full Days of Immersive Training
Our 7-day immersive DJ School is a dynamic experience that combines training, music, dance, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals.
Hands on Curriculum The curriculum is hands-on, with personalized one-on-one sessions, Q&A sessions, live demonstrations & more, to ensure each student builds a solid foundation, regardless of experience level.
Technical and Theoretical Knowledge We teach both the theoretical & technical sides of DJing, covering everything from DJ software basics, set creation, and using DJ controllers, library management, track curation & sourcing, looping & effects, phrasing, playing live, and much more!
Ongoing Community Support
Stay connected with classmates, continue discussions, and share resources via community groups & free monthly calls.
Full details about the training, including an overview of the curriculium, can be found on the training page on our website here.
Training rates
The full tuition price for this training is €1,895
Early Registration Tuition Fee – €1,595
(Available until 10th February 2027 - 60 days before start date).
We offer work trade and scholarship opportunities for those seeking financial support or deeper involvement in the training. For more information, click here.
Accommodation & Food are booked separately from tuition (please see below).
The Location
Quinta São José dos Montes is a retreat centre in central Portugal, surrounded by mountains and just a short walk from Castelo do Bode Lake. The venue offers fresh, locally sourced vegetarian meals and a range of accommodation options, from cosy rooms in the main building to nature-immersed domes and camping on the farm. Whether you prefer comfort and convenience or a deeper connection with nature, the centre provides an inspiring setting for rest, learning, and renewal. Read more about the venue here.
Accommodation and meals are booked separately from tuition and come as an "add-on package" that includes a full meal plan, access to on-site amenities and supply fees. Options start at €412.
Your all-inclusive accommodation package (includes all fees except tuition):
ON THE LAND• Camping/Camper Van • €412
Self-sufficient? We provide a nice space for your accommodation set-up and access to shared toilets. PLEASE NOTE There is no electrical hook-up for campers
IN MAIN BUILDING • Dormitory • €468
A single bed in a dorm with up to 7 others, shared indoor bathroom facilities. Bedding, towel, and locker provided.
ON THE LAND • Dome • Shared Double • €605
A single bed in a dome shared with 1 other. Nearby dry toilets, outdoor sinks, and hot showers. Access to a shared kitchen. Bedding & towel provided.
IN MAIN BUILDING • Room • Shared Double • €715
A single bed in a room shared with 1 other. The room has an en-suite bathroom. Access to a shared kitchen. Bedding & towel provided.
IN MAIN BUILDING • Room • Private €990
Your own well appointed private room with a double bed, a private en-suite bathroom and seating area w/access to a shared kitchen. Bedding & towel provided.
ON THE LAND • Deluxe Dome • Private €990
A double bed in a deluxe dome with an ensuite bathroom and in-room bathtub. Access to a shared kitchen. Bedding & towel provided. Wood burner heat.
IN MAIN BUILDING • Apartment • Private €1,072
Your own studio apartment with a double bed. Full private bathroom (with bathtub) and kitchen. Bedding & towel provided.
After registering and paying your deposit, our student liaison will contact you with the link to the accommodation booking page. For any questions prior to booking, please email [email protected] or see the FAQs below.
Your Instructors
BERNICE RAABIS • Founder of Dance The Medicine
Bernice is on a mission to spread conscious dance communities across the globe. In 2011, she founded Dance Church, a long-running and wildly successful conscious dance in the vibrant mountain town of Nelson, BC, Canada. There, she DJed and facilitated weekly, weaving epic soundscapes into transformative dance experiences that support freedom through connection to self, community, and humanity. In 2019, she set out to gather an epic team of conscious dance professionals, and the Dance The Medicine Team was born, dedicated to providing embodied conscious dance education.
Bernice is a certified Soul Motion facilitator, a student of the Tamalpa Institute, and a relational somatic therapist. Her work is deeply grounded in embodiment, community building, and supporting her students to deliver the specific type of dance medicine they feel called to bring into the world.
To read more about Bernice click here.
ALEX SEVILLA • Ecstatic Dance Madrid & Co Teacher in the DTM DJ School
After more than two decades behind the decks as a club DJ, Alex stumbled upon conscious dance—and everything changed. The encounter transformed both his personal life and professional path. He soon left his career as a computer engineer to become a conscious dance entrepreneur, now dedicated to sharing his love for dance, music, and embodied awareness with the world.
Fabio, known as DJ Ronin, began as a self-taught turntablist, participating in worldwide DMC competitions, while producing music for renowned Italian hip hop artists. He discovered Ecstatic Dance in 2012, and merged his DJing passion with spiritual insights to foster transformation through music. As a DTM coach since 2020, Fabio has helped others to blend intuition with technical DJing skills and to use music as a transformative power.
Each time we welcome special guests from the DTM team, who have real-world experience and many years in the ecstatic dance scene, to share their unique approach and skills so you can learn directly from the best.
Click here for a complete list of our team.
Training Terms & Conditions
The full tuition price of the training is €1,895 (excluding accomodation & food, please see above).
A 100 CA$ non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place (on Eventbrite). All deposits are non refundable if cancellation is on your side. Once you make the deposit, our team will contact you within 48 hours to confirm your enrollment and set up the payment plan for your remaining balance. Full payment is due 15 days before the training starts. Please carefully read our Event Terms & Conditions here, as booking confirms your legal agreement to these terms.
Registration
Is this the training you have been looking for? You can register here or by reserving your spot on Eventbrite with a 100 CA$ deposit fee. After booking, we will contact you about setting up a payment plan for the remaining balance and with the link to book accomodation.
If you have any questions before registering, you can check the FAQ at the bottom of this page and on our website. You can also send us an email at [email protected], and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
We are always on hand if you any questions or queries, you can email us at [email protected] or book a discovery call with Bernice here. We look forward to being a part of your conscious dance education!
With love,
Bernice and the Dance The Medicine Team
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