4.8/5 from 21 ratings
Faye is praised for emphasizing consent, boundaries, and the freedom for people to express themselves authentically, even if their energy or movement is different from those around them. She is commended for making the events accessible and considering the needs of neurodivergent individuals by providing accommodations like earplugs and avoiding excessive scents. Attendees felt deeply held, cared for, and able to fully let go and connect with the music and their bodies in a way they don't often experience in other spaces. Faye's clear explanations of the event philosophy and format were also appreciated. Overall, Faye is described as an excellent facilitator who cultivates a beautiful, liberating, and transformative experience for the Ecstatic Pride community.
Sun 7th Jul 2024, 5:35pm
I thought that it was really fun and I thought faye was such a good facilitator. The way the event was set up was very welcoming and I loved how she emphasised that people could be how they needed to be even if the energy around them was different (e.g., because of the music). And I thought it was really helpful how faye explained the philosophy behind ecstatic dance and also helped people feel OK about upholding boundaries etc. Faye put lots of thought into how it could be more neuro divergent friendly by considering strong scents and providing earplugs etc. Overall though it was a really accepting space and very liberating. It really helped with my mood that week. Thanks so much for the evening, I'll deffo be a repeat visitor <3
Faye Louise replied

— Thank you so much for sharing about your experience! It's really helpful to know what worked well so that I can keep creating safe, inclusive and welcoming spaces. See you on the dance floor again soon!

Mon 1st Jul 2024, 9:27am
Such a beautiful and safe space! As a Queer AFAB person I can sometimes feel worried to express my sensuality/sexuality through dance but felt so held to express my movement freely here! Faye's sharing on consent and giving 'no's' in the space really helped to create a safety container here :) Ecstatic Pride was the most free I have seen people, and felt myself, let loose in a sober space; thankyou so much for such a fun and yummy space!
Faye Louise replied

— Thank you so much for sharing about your experience! I am so glad that you felt safe and free and I hope you join us again! x
Fri 31st May 2024, 11:55pm
As a sober autistic individual I find when I'm at clubs and events where these dancing I have my eyes shut to experience the music more and reduce stimulation from other aspects like lights and crowds. Doing this doesn't make me self conscious but there's not a lot of space for neurodiverse people to fully let go and allow themselves to fall into the music as it doesn't feel super safe to not be aware of your surroundings. At ecstatic pride I was able to let go and allow my brain to go mushy for a few hours and letting myself to be free in movement. It brought me so much joy moving in a way that in a lot of other spaces would be deemed as weird. I don't care about judgement but I care about safety. I felt so safe at ecstatic pride. I found the choice of lighting ND friendly, having it dark as soon as you go in and remaining that way throughout was great. I enjoyed having the coloured lights dancing with us. Warning us in the email ahead of time that some might find it loud was good, might be nice potentially if some foam earplugs could be available just in case someone forgets to bring some or find it overwhelming in the moment. I liked as well in the email the breakdown of exactly what to expect and who would be present. I liked that the intro clarified that whatever you feel is this space is good and welcomed and there isn't any rules to movement. It was my first time with my friend who has been to one previously and we are looking forward to attending again!!
Faye Louise replied

— Thank you so much for coming and giving us such great feedback, I will be taking your suggestions on board. I am honoured that you chose 'ecstatic pride' as your first ecstatic dance and can't wait dance again soon!
Mon 27th May 2024, 11:36am
Good fun in a well held, safe space

The music set and sound bath were great. It was really helpful to have the dance warm-up led by Gaia before the opening circle. This helped me feel more connected with people and better regulated
Faye Louise replied

— Thank you for coming back, I'm so glad to hear that you had fun and that the warm up landed well. I will be creating space for this moment before we begin in future dances! I hope we will see you at Ecstatic Pride again soon!
Mon 27th May 2024, 9:46am
Sat 25th May 2024, 5:40am
Lovely times connecting and getting into the body in movement with some ace music
Faye Louise replied

— I'm so glad that you had a great time, can't wait to dance with you again soon!
Sat 25th May 2024, 4:56am
Lush tunes!

I would welcome a more concise, brief opening and closing circle.
Faye Louise replied

— I'm so glad that you enjoyed the tunes! And thank you for your feedback, it is important to understand what works and what doesn't so the space can grow and change as it needs to. I will take this on board for next time! See you in the dance again soon!

Tue 16th Apr 2024, 10:06am
What an incredible evening! Banging tunes, beautiful initiations and integrations - feeling so proud and happy to have attended!
Faye Louise replied

— Thank you for joining us for the birth of 'Ecstatic Pride!' We are feeling super proud as well! Can't wait to dance with you again soon!
Mon 15th Apr 2024, 7:54am
An incredible experience of connection, movement and joy, I would highly recommend this experience to anyone particular those who (like me) have never done it before, a really friendly environment:)
Faye Louise replied

— Wow, we are so honoured that you chose our event to be your first sober dance experience! Thank you for coming, I hope we will see you on the dance floor again soon!
Sat 13th Apr 2024, 8:46am
Such a colourful, queer event and a beautifully held space. Thank you so much Faye for creating a place for free self expression and loving community. Will definitely be at the next one! <3
Faye Louise replied

— Thank you for joining us at our first event! I am so glad to hear about your experience and I hope you see you on the dancefloor again soon!