2 Day Ecstatic Dance DJ Retreat in Bali, Indonesia

Join us for a 2-day, 2-night ecstatic dance DJ retreat at Aya Studios in Bali. Set in a serene environment with world-class sound and premium accommodations, this immersive experience will give you the tools and confidence to craft your own ecstatic DJ sets. Perfect for those aspiring DJs who want to launch their performance journey in a supportive, creative community.

This one-on-one retreat is a deep dive into the transformative power of ecstatic dance DJing. Guided by Anthony Traynor, who is both an educator and a regular fixture on the Bali Ecstatic Dance scene with a background in Buddhist meditation, you’ll learn to master the art of creating journey-based sets while deepening your awareness of rhythm, energy, and flow. Aya Studios provides a world-class facility with high-end DJ equipment and an awe-inspiring natural setting—making it the perfect container for both creative growth and inner renewal.

Step into the world of ecstatic dance and unlock the power of music as a tool for transformation. Over two days and one night at the stunning Aya Studios in Bali, this immersive retreat will guide you into the art of DJing for movement, connection, and self-expression. Through hands-on workshops, one-on-one feedback, and live practice sessions, you will learn how to craft dynamic sets that move people emotionally and physically. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced DJ looking to expand your skills, you’ll gain both technical mastery and a deeper understanding of how to shape musical journeys for dance floors and sacred spaces.
You Will Learn:
Basic equipment operation
Monitoring with headphones
Basic EQ and effects usage
Beat matching and introductory mixing
Ear training and developing active listening skills
Track arrangement and transition techniques
The art of storytelling through your sets
Music categorisation, management, and preparation
Capturing the energy and signature feel of your sets
Intermediate EQ and FX techniques
Exploring leading DJ platforms and software
Crafting multi-hour DJ sets as cohesive narratives
Intermediate transition methods
Advanced harmonic mixing techniques
Cue points and looping mastery
Advanced EQ and FX manipulation
Performance transitions for seamless sets
Genre-bending and blending techniques
Crowd reading and adaptive track selection
Gig equipment preparation and troubleshooting
Recording a promotional DJ mix