If you find anything that we don't have listed and think we should, please e-mail the webmaster with a contact number or email address and we'll get in touch with the organisers for full details.
If you're in the market for a belly dance themed holiday, Kay Taylor's Faridaadventures has a number of options in Egypt, Turkey and Greece. Visit her website for details. http://www.faridaadventures.com.
You could also try Penny Walters' website, Penny does everything from running a souk and catering (Bristol area) to arranging Egyptian dance holidays and renting out an apartment and guide in Luxor. Her site was highly recommended after one of our stalwarts indulged herself with a week of dance decadence in Luxor and loved it to pieces, click here for details of her 2009 trips..
TEACHERS! If you're looking to host a workshop and are interested in trying Tribal, click HERE(printable PDF document) to read all about Pauline Qu's new offer. If you don't already know Pauline (and Asif, her drummer/husband) you have missed out on one of life's great experiences.
October 2008
Jewel of Yorkshire 11th -12th October 2008
Victoria Hall, Saltaire, Bradford. BD18 3LA
See their website at www.jewelofyorkshire.co.uk for full details of the star studded cast of teachers and performers.
JoY is an event not to be missed and always gives value for money. Very popular with the Lincolnshire belly dancers.
Top teachers mean classes fill up fast so don't delay!
49 fantastic classes to choose from and all within a 2 hour drive of Lincoln. Well worth making a weekend away!!
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Sat 11th October 10am to 12 noon
Click HERE for details.
Just to let you know that the teachers forum is definitely happening Sat 11th October 10am to 12 noon at the village hall in Fotheringhay. Drinks at the pub afterwards! (across the road!)
Cost £6.50 for forum.
Therefore, if you'd like to come, can you please let me know what you will be preparing i.e. what style of dance or with which area you are wanting help.
For example, to start the ball rolling, I'm working on a sword dance and would like help with an exciting introduction and can't find an appropriate way of hiding my sword...! I've looked at some ways and would like to show you, so you can tell me what looks best!
Also, I'm interested in any tips for safe warm up for dance classes, as it is 6 years since I did any training regarding safe warm ups.
So.... what you needing help with? Please confirm by 25th September.
I'm very much looking forward to seeing you soon.
Best Regards,
Karen
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Strictly Not Bellydance!
A fun Burlesque Workshop
At Fitness first, Boston on Sunday October 26th, 3pm-6pm. Cost £15.
Learn to strut, grind, bump and pout.
It’s open level, so no previous experience needed, but a sense of humour is a must.
Bring long gloves if you have them.
High heeled shoes are optional. Dressing the part is encouraged, though not essential.
Please note - No clothing is actually removed in the making of this workshop! (Except for the gloves)
For further details or to book a place, please call:
Dany Dalley on 01775 640705
Pink Belly Dancing 2008 25th & 26th October.
Pink Bellydance Festival- A weekend of dance workshops with fab teachers- Our own Donna Conway, Ozgen, Dawn O'Brien, Hafsa, Diana Mehira, John Sleiman, Malika and more... Hafla in evening with performances from workshop teachers, raffle prizes. All to raise money for Break Through Breast Cancer, organised by Tati Hafsa, for booking and details.http://tatihafsa.com/page25.htm
Donna Conway is hosting workshops on Sunday 9th Nov 2008, Fereshteh Hosseini will host a workshop on Sun 9th Nov. at Westwoodside Village Hall, Nethergate, Westwoodside, North Lincolnshire, DN9 2DR . MAP Also we have the pleasure of Pauline Qu for a Sword workshop on the same day!!
Workshop 1 11am-1pm Fereshteh £16
Workshop 2 1.30-3.30pm Pauline - Swords £14
(swords available at 40% off at workshop)
Contact Donna by email at gift.cards@btinternet.com or by phone on 01427 754272
You can book and pay online at http://arab-esque.co.uk/fereshtehposter.htm or by phone with your debit or credit card or even by cheque sent to: D Conway, Toad Hall, 10 Highfield Crescent, Westwoodside, Doncaster, DN9 2DF
See also the Haflas page for details of an 18th birthday party hafla at Westwoodside on the 6th Dec at which both Fereshteh and Pauline Qu will be star performers. (Is this your 18th birthday Donna?)
All that Glitters!
Christmas Shopping and Bellydance Tuition Weekend at the Mayfair Hotel, Jersey. website: http://www.modernhotels.com/section/129/index.html
Welcome to the third Jersey Bellydance weekend with the Modern Hotels Group
Friday 28th November to Sunday 30th November 2008
A two night Weekend at The Mayfair Hotel in Jersey for only £99 per person, half board, including return transfers to the hotel. Flights can be booked from most UK airports or call us on 01534 759529 and we will quote you a price
Workshops by Anne Kingston & Jackie Oruc
Programme of Events
Friday 28th November, 6.00pm With flights arriving all day we hope to meet up with everyone as they arrive but if not we will catch you for a pre-dinner drink at 6pm in the hotel bar.
7.00 – 8.00pm Dinner
8.45 – 9.45pm Introductions, fun dance sessions focusing on upper body technique and smooth flow.
9.45pm onwards Social time
Saturday 29th November 10.00 – 12.00noon Learn choreography. It’s up to you; Jackie and Anne will both teach a choreography (more details to follow) that will be performed in the Saturday evening showcase (although participation in the showcase is optional).
12.00 – 1.00pm Lunch
1.30pm – 2.30pm Rehearsal*/Technique workshop**
Performer rehearsals for dancers wishing to perform their own routine in the showcase with performance tips from Anne *
OR 1 hour intensive technique workshop with Jackie for those who are not Rehearsing **
2.30 – 6.00pm Shopping/Sightseeing, FREE time to explore the island on your own or on a guided tour arranged by the hotel, visit some of Jersey’s beautiful, tax-free shops or just take the opportunity to chill out in the hotel’s pool/steam room/Jacuzzi complex.
7.00pm Delicious Middle Eastern Buffet Dinner
9.00pm Dance Showcase
Sunday 30th November 10.00am – 11.00am Fix that move (a technique special)
11.00am – 12.30pm Learn a choreography (ie. the one you didn’t learn on Saturday) OR...If you are all danced out from the Saturday night showcase why not book a foot and leg massage with Hazel Gilson. (The cost of massage is not included in the weekend package)
12.30 course finishes, or why not book extra days to sightsee?
6th to 8th March 2009 Majma Dance Festival, Glastonbury
Raheesha and the Desert Divas invite you to join them for the Majma 2009 Dance Festival. Held in the mystical town of Glastonbury, the forthcoming festival runs from the 6th to 8th March 2009.
"After the huge success of Majma 2008, which was our 10th anniversary, we plan to build on the great atmosphere, positive feedback and excitement that the festival generated. We are bringing in teachers with vast experience, massive energy and lots to offer," says Raheesha.
Among the highlights planned for Majma 2009 are:
* Teachers' gala performance evening featuring special guests Carolena Nericio and Megha
* A Friday night disco to dance the night away
* Saturday night's Show featuring international stars
* Pre–dinner entertainment with live music and show on Saturday
* Sunday's Shimmy–On finale
* Shopping galore at Majma's massive souk
* Plus two nights of fantastic food and dancing!
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