Epicure
Ecstatic dance
Retreat
13-15 March 2026
Kurrajong/Blue Mountains
Transformative & immersive journey of dance, nourishment and relax in the wild Australian nature
Step away from the noise. Return to nature. Join us for an immersive weekend retreat where movement, music, and mindfulness merge into one nourishing experience.
Surrounded by ancient forest and open skies in Wollemi National Park, this is your invitation to ground, realign, and come home to yourself. Let go.
Slow down. Breathe deeply.
Together we’ll dance, stretch, create, and share. We have curated a flow of trasformative activities, like ecstatic dance, yoga, nature immersions, live drumming, workshops and nourishing food, this retreat is a full-body reminder of what it means to feel free and fully alive.
Ecstatic DAnce
We will dance in pristine nature, in the middle of the forest. The freedom you'll feel is unmatched. From deep melodies to tribal rhythms, everything will flow better when you are surrounded by the shear scale of Blue Mountains.
We'll have multiple dances throughout the weekend, workshops and classes that goes deeper into the music and the art of movement. We will guide you to reach your full potential as an ecstatic dancer.
Ecstatic Dance is a freeform, conscious movement experience where people come together to dance without judgment, alcohol, or talking—allowing pure expression through music and movement.
Rooted in ancient traditions of tribal, shamanic, and ritualistic dance, Ecstatic Dance is about letting go, connecting with the music, and entering a trance-like state where movement flows naturally. The experience is often guided by a DJ, blending genres like tribal, deep house, ambient, world beats, and psytrance to create a dynamic journey of rhythm and energy.
"dance is the answer"
Activities
Dance is only the beginning — a doorway into something much deeper. Our retreat offers a rich tapestry of experiences designed to nourish your body, mind, and soul.
Join us for 5 Rhythms dance workshops, yoga sessions, nature immersions and hikes, sound healing, drumming classes, massages, cacao ceremony, and our signature Conscious Eating & Drinking workshop featuring Epicure mocktail tastings.
With a spacious schedule and the freedom to choose what resonates with you, you’re invited to move at your own pace. Feel free to socialise and connect with others, or simply retreat into peaceful solitude among the forest’s hidden corners. You can even venture out for a creek adventure, go for a kayak, or take a quiet nature walk.
The options are limitless — whether you crave an action-packed weekend or a slow, restorative escape, this experience is uniquely yours.
And rest assured — we’ll make sure your journey is nothing short of extraordinary. 🌿
Your facilitators
Dj Yurai
A creative force behind Epicure, an avid music lover and experienced Dj.
Coming from the heart of Europe, he went through underground clubbing scene of the roaring 2000s, a numerous clubs and a lot of long long nights in his 20s. Until....until recently something changed...
The long nights and litres of alcohol stopped being an option but the love of music stays. Along with conscious awakening, he discovered the power of true movement through ecstatic dance. The ultimate freedom on the dance floor and behind the decks.
He hasn't looked back since... weaving together deep and bass music, with tribal tunes, house and psy trance is just the right way to express.
You can see him playing Saturday night at the retreat the main 1.5-hr ecstatic dance along with our drummer Matej.
Dj Lily Ro
Roisin (aka DJ Lily Ro) brings to you what lights her up and fills her heart. She is a talented sound healer and DJ who weaves a journey of rhythm, vibration, and transformation. Blending Afro and tribal house with Latin fusion and rich cultural influences, she creates dancefloor experiences that go beyond music, inviting people to move, release, and reconnect with the raw essence of being human. Each set is a journey, shifting the energy of the room and guiding dancers into a space where rhythm becomes medicine and movement becomes liberation.
Alongside her DJ artistry, she brings the power of sound healing into her work. With crystalline singing bowls that vibrate at frequencies of healing, abundance, joy, and deep relaxation, she creates sonic landscapes that tune the air itself. Layering these frequencies with her voice and other instruments she opens pathways into inner realms, spaces of peace, imagination, and magical exploration where the body and soul can realign.
Through music and sound, Lily Ro invites you to ground, energize, and journey inwards, shaking loose what no longer serves and awakening to the deeper rhythm of life.
Sophie Alize
Yoga Teacher & Breathwork Guide
An adventurous soul with a lifelong love for dance, Sophie discovered yoga and was captivated by its grounding nature and the freedom it gave her to stretch it all out. Her passion lies in creating spaces where people can truly connect — to themselves, to others, and to the natural world.
Renowned for her focus on pranayama, Sophie places massive emphasis on the breath, weaving it into everything she does as a gateway to deeper presence and embodiment. Her classes invite both physical and emotional challenge, guiding students into greater self-understanding and connection.
Whether through yoga, breathwork, dance, or adventure in spectacular natural settings, Sophie fosters togetherness and joy. Her sessions flow seamlessly into ecstatic dance, opening the body and spirit for collective movement and celebration.
Matej
Drums are the beating heart of Epicure, it's what it bring it to life. Adding layer of rhythm and live element.
Also of importance historically when the drums were the only way to keep the rhythm and sometime they were the only instrument playing.
Deeply captivating, the repetitive sound could lead to Trance like sensations, where you feel in the flow.
We can't simply imagine Epicure without them and we are very proud that our drummer is a master at his craft - Matej.
A passionate and skilled musician who don't take any break during the dance - and that is so special because playing drums is incredibly physical!
So the next time you see Matej, say hello. He is introverted but will appreciate you!
Carolina
Carolina is a cacao ceremonialist, yoga and meditation teacher, and space holder working with heart medicine: Cacao.
Her path has taken her to the sacred lands of Peru and Guatemala, where she deepened her practice and completed a Cacao Facilitator Training rooted in the Mayan Cosmovision.
Guided by ancestral wisdom and embodied presence, Carolina weaves ritual, connection, and remembrance into each ceremony, creating spaces that invite us back to the heart.
Adam
Adam is the creative force behind our signature mocktails and elixirs.
With nearly two decades of passionate hospitality experience and a background in health coaching, he brings both the finesse of fine service and the heart of soulful connection to every event.
Blending his love for food, wellbeing, and meaningful gatherings, Adam offers more than just drinks—he creates handcrafted experiences that nourish, delight, and spark joy. His vibrant, alcohol-free elixirs awaken the senses and elevate the vibe, crafted with purpose, pleasure, and a deep respect for the moment.
Driven by a mission to make people feel nourished, alive, and deeply present, Adam pours passion into every concoction. With a refined palate and a talent for balancing indulgence with nourishment, he invites you to discover the Epicure spirit—where health meets hedonism, and every gathering becomes a celebration of life.
Sip, savour, and feel the magic.
Janka
Janka is the founder of The Art of Slowlyness — a space devoted to slowing down, reconnecting, and nurturing meaningful relationships with ourselves and others.
Blending Tantra wisdom, embodiment, and somatic practices, she guides experiences that bring you out of the busy mind and into deep presence and connection. Her approach is warm, intuitive, and down-to-earth — helping you return home to yourself, one breath at a time.
Nature Immersion
Join Janka for a Nature Immersion — an invitation to slow down, open your senses, and reconnect with the living world. Through gentle guidance and meditation, you’ll listen deeply to the land, your breath, and the quiet magic of the moment.
Enjoy free time to swim, kayak, wander, or simply rest in nature’s embrace.
Heartworks Lomi Lomi Massage
Throughout the retreat, Janka offers a few Heartworks Lomi Lomi sessions — a nurturing bodywork blended with the flowing rhythm of Kahuna.
It’s a chance to release tension, restore balance, and reconnect with your heart.
Limited spots available — advance booking recommended.
Massage sessions are limited and available by pre-booking.
Reserve your spot through the link below.
Session Times: TBC
Session Length & Contribution
1 hour - $100
1.5 hours - $150
"Get back to the roots"
Nourishing food
The food is our cherry on top of the experience.
You'll be nourished with healthy vegetarian friendly meals that makes you feel good and are also delicious af by our amazing chef Deborah!
From breakfast to dinner, there will be always something good to eat.
It will be also your chance to get behind the scenes and learn about healthy cooking, get some tips and trick for your daily diet.
We'll have our own chef and nutrition coach on spot to make sure you are served only the best of the best!
"Find your freedom"
Breathtaking venue only 1.5hr from sydney
Blue Mountains are not only monumental but also right at our "backyard".
Kurrajong Trails & Cottages is a premium resort in the middle of the majestic forest with no neighbours around. You'll be surrounded with pure nature for 3 days.
The resort is on the top of the hill where the views are almost 360 degrees and are absolutely stunning.
Imagine having morning cacao looking at the beautiful mist around the mountains while the sun is rising above them.
If you seeking disconnection from the real world, get back to roots and feel alive again, this is the weekend for you.
"It will make you feel alive"
Timeline
Friday
2.00PM - 6.00 PM Arrival, Drop In, Welcome Drinks
6.00PM - 7.00PM – Dinner
7.15PM - 8.00PM Opening Ceremony
8.00PM – 9.30PM Ecstatic Dance
9.30PM – 10.00PM Drumming Fire Circle
10.00PM - 11.00PM Fire & Star Gazing
Saturday
6.00AM – 7.30AM Sunrise Yoga & Ecstatic Dance
8.00AM – 9.00AM Breakfast
10.00AM – 11.00AM Nature Immersion At The Creek
11.00AM - 12.30PM Free Time For Adventures Or Rest
1.00PM – 2.00PM Lunch
2.00PM – 3.00PM Conscious Eating & Drinking Workshop
3.00PM – 4.00PM Free Time
4.30PM – 5.30PM 5 Rhythms Dance Workshop
6.00PM – 7.00PM Dinner
7.15PM - 7.30PM Opening Circle For Ecstatic Dance
7.30PM – 9.00PM Ecstatic Dance
9.00PM - 9.30PM Sound Healing
9.30PM – 10.30PM Fire Circle
Sunday
8.00AM – 8.45AM Cacao Ceremony
9.00AM– 10.00AM Restorative Yoga
10.30AM -11.30AM Brunch
12.00PM – 13.00PM Closing Circle
1.00PM - 2.00PM Networking & Departure
Massage sessions are available during the program, advance booking recommended.
The timeline is subject to change based on conditions.
"Transform your view on life"
"see you dancing in the forest"
Ready to go?
Amazing! We are happy to have you on board!
You are in for an unforgettable & transformative weekend full of dance, activities, great food and connecting with like minded people.
Below are the accomodation options. All prices per person – includes full retreat program & meals. Cottages are spacious and private for ultimate comfort through entire retreat- if you want one hurry up as they are very limited!
Private Room with Queen size bed in shared cottage
$900
Private Room with Queen size bed (double occupancy)
$1400
Single bed in twin share in shared cottage
$550
Camping (BYO tent) / Campervan / Caravan spot
$420
Each shared cottage has its own bathroom and kitchen with stove and fridge.
We have two ways of getting your spot booked:
* Send us an email on hello@epicurelife.au and book directly
* Buy your ticket through Humanitix on link below
If you opt for booking directly, we'll send you all the information through email.
We'll see you in the forest dancing!
Who we are
We are Yurai & Adam, two creatives blending decades of experience in hospitality, travel, music, and events to craft ecstatic dance experiences that nourish the body, mind, and soul.
Yurai, our music curator, guides you through immersive dance journeys with deep, tribal, house, and psytrance beats complemented by powerful sound & light show.
Adam, our hospitality professional and health coach, curates signature mocktails and wellness experiences that engage all your senses and inspire lasting healthy habits.
Together, we create spaces where you can move, connect, and restore, fueled by music, mindful living, and community — a modern celebration of the Epicurean spirit.
Join us to dance, recharge, and awaken your senses.
Yurai & Adam
"Walk through the clouds"
Listen to our sound
Our sound is an energetic mix of electronic music where we go from deeper and melodic sounds to the faster and driving tracks to create the perfect journey. Explore our Spotify playlist to get an idea on what you can expect at our next event.