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RAQS FLOW LEVEL 3
DENVER
February 20-24, 2019
A continuation of Level 2, you must have participated and passed the Level 2 exams.
30 hours of training / 2 hours testing / 4 hours of collective presentations
SCHEDULE:
Wednesday 2-6:30pm
Thursday 9:30-1:30/2:30-6:30
Friday 9:30-1:30/2:30-6:30 (Dinner and presentations)
Saturday 10-1/2:30-6:30 (Dinner and presentations)
Sunday 9:30-12:30 / Testing 1:30-3:30
OVERVIEW:
LEVEL 3
Overview and topics
- History and cultural examination: an exploration of Indigenous and Folkloric dances of North Africa and the Middle East
- Level 3 Strength training and conditioning to develop the core, enhance stamina, flexibility, balance, and well-being
- Continuation of classical dance movement techniques and veil techniques
- Level 3 Raqs Flow technique and movement vocabulary. Incorporating all movements learned to this point.
- Phrasing and Transitions
- Level 3 Raqs Sharqi technique and movement vocabulary / folkloric dances
- Level 3 Rhythm identification. Intermediate finger cymbals and continuing darbuka techniques. Introduction to frame drum and riqq
- In depth musicality exploring rhythm, melody, lyrics and Maqam
- Improvisation with live music
- Stage presence, emotion, tarab and stylization
- Costuming
- Level 3 Drills designed to enhance stamina, coordination and rhythmic consistency
- Level 3 Choreographies to enhance and develop “Flow”
LEVEL 3 Prerequisites
Additional prerequisites are required for Level 3. Those details are disclosed in your registration packet.
RESERVE YOURS SPOT NOW:
1 FULL PAYMENT: $599
2 PAYMENTS PLAN 2x $299.50
4 PAYMENTS PLAN 4x $149.75
SPACE IS LIMITED TO 15 to ensure personal 1 on 1 coaching and feedback.
Upon registration you will get full details in your welcome/registration packet about Level 3 as well as a syllabus and info about Denver hotels we recommend.
WE ARE SORRY BUT NO REFUNDS!! Due to the exclusivity of the training we cannot offer refunds. Transfers will be considered under special circumstances.
RAQS FLOW LEVEL 4
June 18-23, 2019
A continuation of Level 3, you must have passed the Level 3 exam before enrolling in Level 4.
37 hours of training / 2 hours testing / 6 hours of collective presentations
SCHEDULE:
Tuesday 10-1/2:30-6:30pm
Wednesday 10-1/2:30-6:30pm
Thursday 10-1/2:30-6:30pm (Dinner and presentations)
Friday 10-1/2:30-6:30 (Dinner and presentations)
Saturday 10-1/2:30-6:30
Sunday 10-12:00 / Testing 1:00-3:00
OVERVIEW:
LEVEL 4
Overview and topics
- Examining the historical timeline of Bellydance, analysis of current context, relevance and application
- Level 4 Strength training and conditioning to develop the core, enhance stamina, flexibility, balance, and well being
- Level 4 Raqs Flow technique and movement vocabulary, advanced sequencing
- Level 4 Raqs Sharqi technique and movement vocabulary / modern styling.
- Level 4 Drills designed to enhance stamina, coordination and rhythmic consistency
- Level 4 Rhythm identification, performance of a live composition playing your choice of finger cymbals, frame drum, riqq or darbuka
- Study, analysis, formulation, creative process and presentation
- Staging
- Level 4 Advanced professional choreographies to enhance and develop “Flow”
LEVEL 4 Prerequisites
- Level 3 certification
- Minimum 3 page journal on your journey through Level 3. See “Journals” below
- Minimum 3 page report on one modern day bellydance style/genre. Examples and ideas will be provided. See “Reports” below
- Minimum 20 hours of logged practice time with Level 2 content
- Minimum 10 hours or classes of Yoga, Pilates or another form of fitness training approved by Sadie.
(At least 2in person classes. See below for details) - Minimum 4 hours of training with another instructor in a “specialty topic workshop”. (Must be attended in person. See below for details)
LEVEL 4 Prerequisites
Additional prerequisites are required for Level 4. Those details are disclosed in your registration packet.
SPACE IS LIMITED TO 14 to ensure personal 1 on 1 coaching and feedback.
RESERVE YOURS SPOT NOW:
1 FULL PAYMENT: $699
2 PAYMENTS PLAN 2x $349.50
4 PAYMENTS PLAN 4x $174.75
We are sorry but due to the exclusivity of these trainings we do not offer refunds! Under certain circumstance we can offer a transfer to another training.
Join Sadie for a lifetime experience in Egypt! This is an exclusive opportunity to train, study, immerse and experience the culture of Egypt in a private tour group. Email Sadie for more information sadie.bellydancer@gmail.com
Sadie will be part of the EPIC lineup at The Heart of America Bellydance, featuring the one and only DINA!
RAQS FLOW LEVEL 2
Intensive training and certification in Denver, Colorado
October 24-October 27, 2019
A continuation of Level 1, you must have participated in Level 1 (you did not have to test).
27 hours of training and 2 hours testing.
SCHEDULE:
Thursday 9-1/2:30-6:30
Friday 9-1/2:30-6:30
Saturday 9-1/2:30-6:30
Sunday 10-1 / Testing 2-3:30
OVERVIEW:
LEVEL 2
Open to all dancers who have participated in Level 1 whether they tested or not.
Overview and topics
Continuation of history and cultural examination.
Level 2 Strength training and conditioning to develop the core, enhance stamina, flexibility, balance, and well-being
Posture and Level 2 arm positions and stylizations. Analysis of their modes of use
Level 2 Raqs Flow technique and movement vocabulary, introduction to isolations and layering
Level 2 Raqs Sharqi technique and movement vocabulary
Foot patterns and transitions
Development of spins and turns
Level 2 Drills designed to enhance stamina, coordination and rhythmic consistency
Level 2 Rhythm identification. Introducing finger cymbals and basic darbuka techniques with musician
Level 2 Choreography to enhance and develop “Flow”
Please be advised that you must have completed at least one Level 1 training (not tested, that is optional) to participate in the Level 2. Additional prerequisites are required for students who want to test in Level 2. All those details are disclosed in your registration packet.
SPACE IS LIMITED TO to ensure personal 1 on 1 coaching and feedback.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT with one of these payment plan options.
1 FULL PAYMENT: $499
2 PAYMENTS PLAN 2x $249.50
4 PAYMENTS PLAN 4x $124.75
Upon registration you will get full details in your welcome/registration packet about Level 2 as well as a syllabus and info about Denver hotels we recommend.
Space is limited to 15 for intimate one on one coaching and guidance. Be sure to reserve your space right away as spots are anticipated to sell out.
We are sorry but NO refunds! Under certain circumstance we can offer a transfer to another training.
Join Sadie and an epic lineup of artists at the biggest festival of Europe Egypt en Barcelona!
RAQS FLOW LEVEL 2
Intensive training and certification in Denver, Colorado
October 24-October 27, 2019
A continuation of Level 1, you must have participated in Level 1 (you did not have to test).
27 hours of training and 2 hours testing.
(testing fee in not included, it is an additional $115)
SCHEDULE:
Thursday 9-1/2:30-6:30
Friday 9-1/2:30-6:30
Saturday 9-1/2:30-6:30
Sunday 10-1 / Testing 2-3:30
OVERVIEW:
LEVEL 2
Open to all dancers who have participated in Level 1 whether they tested or not.
Overview and topics
Continuation of history and cultural examination.
Level 2 Strength training and conditioning to develop the core, enhance stamina, flexibility, balance, and well-being
Posture and Level 2 arm positions and stylizations. Analysis of their modes of use
Level 2 Raqs Flow technique and movement vocabulary, introduction to isolations and layering
Level 2 Raqs Sharqi technique and movement vocabulary
Foot patterns and transitions
Development of spins and turns
Level 2 Drills designed to enhance stamina, coordination and rhythmic consistency
Level 2 Rhythm identification. Introducing finger cymbals and basic darbuka techniques with musician
Level 2 Choreography to enhance and develop “Flow”
Please be advised that you must have completed at least one Level 1 training (not tested, that is optional) to participate in the Level 2. Additional prerequisites are required for students who want to test in Level 2. All those details are disclosed in your registration packet.
SPACE IS LIMITED TO to ensure personal 1 on 1 coaching and feedback.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT with one of these payment plan options.
1 FULL PAYMENT: $499
2 PAYMENTS PLAN 2x $249.50
4 PAYMENTS PLAN 4x $124.75
Upon registration you will get full details in your welcome/registration packet about Level 2 as well as a syllabus and info about Denver hotels we recommend.
Space is limited to 15 for intimate one on one coaching and guidance. Be sure to reserve your space right away as spots are anticipated to sell out.
We are sorry but NO refunds! Under certain circumstance we can offer a transfer to another training.
Sadie!Take a trip back in time with this one of a kind workshop to learn technique and combos inspired by the Golden Era of bellydance.
$45 early bird
$55 after May 10th
Egyptian Bellydance Festival!!
Immerse yourself in Egyptian culture and train with Sadie and Master Egyptian Legends in Egypt! Over 40 hours of workshops, Crazy Surprises, Crazy Parties! Touring! Costumes! Shopping! Competitions, Live Orchestra Shows and performance opportunities!
You may join us for the festival week only, or extend your trip and add on a cultural tour. Some favorite attractions include The Red Sea, The White Desert or a cruise down the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor.
FESTIVAL WEEK July 15-22nd is the Crazy Nights Dance Festival! A week of workshops and performances with legendary Egyptian and International masters. There will also be competitions, parties and many crazy surprises prepared for you including; Bedouin night, Nubian party, pyramids, etc.
TOUR WEEK Egypt is a dream destination for many travelers due to all of its historical sights and rich culture. If you would like to be paired up with other dancers in our group to sight-see, please tell us if you will like to stay before or after the festival. Our festival organizer Mohammed Atta also has a travel agency. He will custom prepare an itinerary for you and make sure to pair you up with other dancers wishing to do the same.
Dance Festival Inclusive Package Offer July 15th-22nd:
- 7 night’s 5 Star hotel near the Pyramids of Giza (breakfast included).
- Transportation from and to the airport and all transportation for festival activities.
- Opening Gala featuring music and dance and other surprises.
- Day trips including a visit the Giza pyramids and the Great Sphinx, Cairo’s famous bazaar Khan El Khalili and an open-air Gala dinner featuring the Crazy Nights Party in the desert behind the Giza pyramids.
- 40 hours of classes with Egyptian and International masters.
- Closing Gala featuring performances and live orchestra with buffet dinner.
Dance Festival Pricing:
- $1,400 USD per person for a shared room with another dancer.
- $1,800 USD per person for a private room.
- $1,050 USD per person for any family or friends coming to stay with you. This price includes all festival activities and inclusion above except the workshops.
Registration:
For more information and to receive a travel packet with detailed information please email Sadie at: sadie.bellydancer@gmail.com
To reserve your spot in the festival please send a deposit of $250 to Sadie by Paypal at sadie@sadiebellydancer.com (Please use friends and family option to reduce fees)
A full 50% deposit must be made to Sadie by May 31st, 2024 (minus your initial deposit). You will pay the remaining balance due for the festival (and cultural tour if you will do it) to our Egyptian organizer and host, Mohamed Atta upon arrival. Please bring cash, USD to pay. (Due to high conversion rates and fees, this is currently the best way for making payment)
sadie.bellydancer@gmail.com
