Reclaim | A Lion’s Gate Portal Cacao Ceremony & Ecstatic Dancing – Chennai

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Reclaim | A Lion’s Gate Portal Cacao Ceremony & Ecstatic Dancing – Chennai

Reclaim | A Lion’s Gate Portal Cacao Ceremony & Ecstatic Dancing – Chennai

An Invitation to Reclaim

Reclaim is a ceremonial experience for women... a heart-led journey of ceremonial cacao, embodied practices, and ecstatic dance. A space to reconnect with your body. To express yourself. To remember the joy, freedom and vitality that have always lived within you.

Inspired by the symbolism of the Lion's Gate, we gather to honour courage... not as fearlessness, but as the willingness to be fully ourselves. This is an invitation to pause, listen inward and gently reclaim the parts of you that may have become quiet beneath the demands of everyday life.

Journey with us through a heart-opening Cacao Ceremony, practices of Reclamation & Embodied Expression, and the liberating experience of Ecstatic Dance.

heart-opening sacred ritual

What is Cacao Ceremony?

Long before it became chocolate, Cacao was revered by ancient Mayan and Aztec cultures as a sacred plant medicine. Known as Theobroma Cacao or "Food of the Gods," this gentle yet powerful plant helps us open our hearts.

In our ceremony, we will mindfully sip a warm, pure, ceremonial-grade cacao elixir. Unlike commercial chocolate, it is minimally processed to retain its potent mood-enhancing compounds.

Cacao is known to:

  • Gently Open the Heart: Foster feelings of love, compassion, and connection.
  • Quiet the Mind: Create a state of mental clarity and inner peace.
  • Enhance Intuition: Help you connect deeply with your body's wisdom and inner guidance.
  • Induce Bliss: Naturally release endorphins and "bliss molecules" like anandamide.

This sacred ritual is the perfect gateway to drop from your head into your heart, preparing you for free, expressive movement.

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body-awakening, heart-expanding movement

What is Ecstatic Dance?

Ecstatic Dance is a form of free-form movement meditation where the music is your only guide. There are no steps to learn, no choreography to follow, and no right or wrong way to move. It is a space of absolute freedom and non-judgment.

The journey is a carefully curated wave of music that starts slow and meditative, builds to a powerful, high-energy peak, and gently returns you to a state of serene stillness.

It's an opportunity to:

  • Release Stagnant Energy: Shake off stress, tension, and emotional blockages.
  • Express Your Authentic Self: Move in a way that feels true and liberating for you.
  • Experience Embodied Joy: Discover the pure, childlike delight of moving your body without inhibition.
  • Connect with Community: Share a powerful, energetic space with like-minded women, all without a single word being spoken on the dance floor.

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Why the Lion's Gate?

Every year around 8/8, the Sun moves through Leo... the sign of the heart, courage, creativity, and authentic self-expression.

At the same time, Sirius rises alongside the Sun, an alignment the ancient Egyptians honoured as a symbol of renewal and new beginnings.

In numerology, 8:8 symbolises infinity, abundance, personal power, and inner alignment.

Together, these have come to represent the Lion's Gate Portal.. a symbolic invitation to pause, set intentions and step more fully into who you are.

The Lion's Gate invites to: lead with your heart, remember yourself, align within and reclaim your fullest expression.

Whether you see it as sacred symbolism or a meaningful ritual, the Lion's Gate offers a beautiful opportunity to pause, reconnect, and reclaim what has always been yours.

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This Space Is For You If…

 
  • You’re longing to reconnect with your body and feel more at home within yourself.
  • You’ve been moving through life on autopilot and want to feel more alive, present, and free.
  • You’re ready to express yourself more authentically… in movement, in life, and in relationship.
  • You’re curious about exploring ritual, embodiment, and movement as pathways to self-discovery.
  • You feel called to step into greater courage, joy, and self-expression.
  • You’re seeking a supportive circle where you can move, feel and be.
 

No experience with cacao, dance or meditation is needed.
Just bring your curiosity, an open heart and yourself.

What awaits you?

Step into a sacred space where heart-opening cacao, mindful presence, and ecstatic dance converge to awaken your senses, release tension, and ignite joy. Sip ceremonial-grade cacao to open your heart and connect with your inner wisdom, move freely to the rhythm of curated music, and let your body express what words cannot. Guided by mindfulness, you’ll find stillness amidst the flow and share this transformative energy with a community of like-minded women. By the end, we intend for you to leave lighter, fully embodied, and radiantly aligned in body, heart, and spirit.

Cacao Ceremony

A sacred doorway into our hearts, guided by the ancient wisdom of this gentle plant medicine, prepared with deep love and intention. Together, we create a space for cacao to awaken tenderness and open us to a deeper well of joy, connection, and truth.

Reclaim Exploration

These practices and rituals are an invitation to come home to yourself. Guided gently and at your own pace, you'll be supported to reconnect with your body, awaken authentic expression & explore the freedom, joy & vitality that have always been yours.

Ecstatic Dancing

Ecstatic dance that invites you to move freely, release tension, ignite joy, and experience the power of expression. Every movement becomes a celebration of your authentic self, reconnecting you with your body, heart, and inner vitality.

Event Details

For: Women Only

Date: Saturday, 8 August 2026

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

(Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in.)

Location: Tattva – The Studio, Neelankarai, ECR, Chennai

Investment: ₹888


Ready to reclaim what has always been yours?

Join us for an evening of ceremonial cacao, embodied practices, and ecstatic dance as we gather to reconnect with ourselves and step into greater freedom, courage, and joy.

FAQs

Yes, we use pure, minimally processed ceremonial-grade cacao. It is non-addictive and safe for most adults. People with specific medical conditions or sensitivities should consult their doctor if unsure.

Absolutely not. Ecstatic Dance is for everyone - no prior experience is needed. The focus is on expression, not performance.

Wear comfortable, loose clothing that allows you to move freely.

Parking near the studio is very difficult, so we recommend you plan your transport accordingly.

Absolutely! You are welcome to bring someone along to share this beautiful experience. Just ensure they register in advance.

Yes! You are welcome to move, sit, or simply observe. Every participant experiences the ceremony in their own way.

The session will be conducted in English.

Yes! Many participants attend solo. The space is supportive and welcoming, designed to foster connection and comfort for everyone.

Water bottle, journal (optional), an open heart and curiosity!