FAQs
1. What is the Dao Dance Festival?
The Dao Dance Festival is a week full of movement, music, and community – set in beautiful nature, right by a lake. It combines ancient Daoist training methods with modern forms of expression and creates space for connection, ease, and deep experience.
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2. Do I need any prior experience?
No – everyone is welcome! Whether you're completely new or have many years of practice, the workshops are open to all levels. You choose what you want to explore or deepen.
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3. What does a typical day look like?
Between 9:00 and 19:00, various workshops and trainings take place at different intensity levels. You are free to create your own schedule – entirely at your own rhythm.
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4. What does the festival offer besides training and music?
A wide range of special activities complements the program: herbal walks, tea ceremonies, seminars, massages, and treatments for relaxation. You can also just listen, be still, go for a walk – everything is welcome, nothing is required.
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5. What happens in the evenings?
In the evening, the venue transforms into a soundscape: during the week with calm music, live instruments, and a campfire atmosphere; on the weekend with dancing, DJs, and electronic beats – ecstatic, playful, and always heartfelt.
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6. Until what time does the music play?
On Friday and Saturday night, music continues until 2:00 a.m. On all other days, it ends at 10:00 p.m. – because training resumes the next morning. This leaves enough time for rest, sleep, stargazing, or quiet connection.
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7. What kinds of movement are offered?
The foundation consists of Kung Fu, Taijiquan (Tai Chi), and Qi Gong – complemented by yoga, contact improvisation, partner kickboxing exercises, and more. The range is broad, allowing you to discover something new or deepen what you already know.
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8. When can I arrive and depart?
The camping area opens on Monday, July 28 at 2:00 p.m. Arrival is possible from that time. The grounds close on Monday, August 4, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
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9. Where does the festival take place?
At a swimming lake in Preddöhl, in the Prignitz region – surrounded by forest, water, and wide open skies. About 120 km from Berlin and 180 km from Hamburg. A place to breathe deeply, move freely, and arrive fully.
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10. How is accommodation organized?
You can stay in your own tent or camper. Guesthouses are available nearby, and we have a few rental tents for special cases. Families are offered a particularly quiet area.
There is a car-free camping area as well as a section where you can park your car directly next to your tent.
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11. How is food organized?
You’ll receive freshly prepared vegetarian meals daily from the Electric Lotus team. Tea, water, coffee, and juices are available throughout the day. Please bring your own plate, cup, and water bottle.
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12. What is included in the meal price – and what isn’t?
Included in the meal price: breakfast, lunch, dinner, water, juices, tea, and filter coffee – all provided by our catering team.
Not included: items from the Chill-Out Shop (e.g. baked goods, smoothies, specialty coffee, chai), tea ceremonies, and all drinks or offerings from the bar.
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13. Are all activities included in the ticket price?
Yes – all workshops, seminars, and program elements are included in your ticket. Individual treatments and massages are not included and are offered either at a fixed price or on a donation basis, depending on the provider.
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14. Are there showers and toilets?
Yes – plenty of showers and mobile toilets are available. Please do not use chemical soaps in the lake – the venue is located in a protected nature and water conservation area.
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15. Is there a program for children?
Absolutely! There are daily kids’ trainings for two age groups, focusing on movement and coordination. The kidspace also offers plenty of activities such as trampoline jumping, juggling, crafting, painting, and games. Fresh fruit and drinks are available for free in the kidspace. Children up to 10 years get free admission.
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16. Can I bring my pet?
We kindly ask you to leave pets at home if possible. If you truly have no alternative, your pet may come – but must stay in the camping area, always on a leash, and should not disturb others. Please inform us in advance.
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17. I’m arriving by train – how do I get to the venue?
The nearest train station is Pritzwalk. We’ll be happy to pick you up and bring you back after the festival. Just send us your arrival time in advance so we can organize the shuttle: 📩 info@dao-dance.de
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18. Can I enjoy the festival without doing any training?
Of course. You can dance, walk, swim in the lake, listen to music, or relax in a hammock. Everything is an invitation – nothing is an obligation.