5 Day Retreat in the Swiss Alps!
An all inclusive opportunity to study, dance and enjoy a magical experience with Sadie and dancers from around the world. Fresh air, organic vegetarian food, breath-taking views and the healing benefits of Bellydance, music and nature!
The Retreat includes:
-20+ hours of dance,yoga and music workshops
-Credits toward Sadie’s Certification Program: Raq’s Flow
-5 day/4 night stay in a beautiful Swiss chalet, with all delicious, fresh organic meals included.
-Live music and drum classes from David Hinojosa and Martin Stenitzer
-Performance opportunities for all participants who are interested in performing in one of the Hafla shows
-Hafla show, after party dancing and much more!
The retreat will take place at the beautiful Hof De Planis: http://www.hofdeplanis.ch
Room Options and Pricing:
Prices shown are per person for the room and meals package only and do NOT include the $549 retreat fee.
The price is in Swiss Francs and will be paid at check-in.
Pricing Options |
Cost for 4 nights and all meals |
Available |
|
Package #1 |
Private room and bath
|
624 per person
|
SOLD OUT |
Package #2 |
Shared room (2)
|
544 per person
|
2 |
Package #3 |
Private roomshared bath (4)12 Meals |
532 per person
|
SOLD OUT! |
Package #4 |
Shared room (2)
|
432 per person
|
2 |
The package does not include transportation.
The $599 retreat fee must be paid in full by May 31st, 2017. The remaining balance for your room and meals will be paid to the resort in Swiss Francs (local currency) at check in. This can be done with a credit card or cash.
Swiss Retreat 2018 RESERVE NOW
After completing the payment, you will receive a welcome packet with all of the information and details regarding the retreat.
NO REFUNDS! We are sorry but due to the exclusivity and limited availability of this retreat we cannot issue refunds!
Need more details regarding travel to and from retreat, etc? Click Here
RAQS FLOW LEVEL 2
Intensive training and certification in Denver, Colorado
October 4-October 7, 2018
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 9-12 / Testing 1-3
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.
“Raqs Flow” Level 1
Intensive training and certification in Denver, Colorado
Students will train for 12 hours in the Level 1 curriculum and be eligible to test.
Testing is optional, but required to certify in the program.
Space is limited to 22 for intimate one on one coaching and guidance. Be sure to reserve your space as spots are anticipated to sell out.
We are sorry but NO refunds! Transfers with certain restrictions.
SCHEDULE:
Saturday 9-1 / 2:30-6:30
Sunday 9-1 / 2-3
All details about the program and curriculum content will be released in your registration packet after you have reserved your spot.
This is NOT a beginner Level course. It is open level to all who have some understanding of basic beginner techniques and movements!
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“Raqs Flow” Level 1
Intensive training and certification in Denver, Colorado
Students will train for 12 hours in the Level 1 curriculum and be eligible to test.
Testing is optional, but required to certify in the program.
Space is limited to 18 for intimate one on one coaching and guidance. Be sure to reserve your space as spots are anticipated to sell out.
We are sorry but NO refunds! Transfers with certain restrictions.
SCHEDULE:
Saturday 9-1 / 2:30-6:30
Sunday 9:30-1:30 / 2:30-3:30
All details about the program and curriculum content will be released in your registration packet after you have reserved your spot.
This is NOT a beginner Level course. It is open level to all who have some understanding of basic beginner techniques and movements!
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.
Intensive training and certification option
Students will train at their own pace, in the Level 1 curriculum and be eligible to test.
Testing is optional, but required to certify in the program.
We are sorry but NO refunds!
Upon checkout you will receive download instruction in the checkout page, as well as in your email, with all the instructions including the password and website to access your content. Do not lose this information as you will need it every time you log in.
You have indefinite access to your content. It never expires. The videos are available to you anytime through the links provided after purchase.
All details about the program and curriculum content will be released in your registration packet after you have reserved your spot.
This is NOT a beginner Level course. It is open level to all who have some understanding of basic beginner techniques and movements!
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.
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
