RAQS FLOW LEVEL 3
DENVER
March 28-April 1, 2018
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 9-1/2:30-6:30
Friday 9-1/2:30-6:30 (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.
SPACE IS LIMITED TO 15 to ensure personal 1 on 1 coaching and feedback.
RESERVE
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.
“Twerking” aka “Booty Shaking” has become a worldwide phenomenon, if not obsession. Since the 1980’s, the Urban music scene in the USA has popularized this dance, bringing it to the mainstream. Since then, each generation has gifted their “Ode to the Derrière” with ever more impressive and technical dance tributes. What few people don’t know is that, like most good dance and music, the roots of the twerk lay deep in Africa. We can find similar pelvic dominated movements that result in the gyrating, popping and shaking of the posterior across North Africa as well as many cultures of Sub-Saharan Africa.
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.
Sadie present the first Level 4 graduates of her Raqs Flow training program
June 20th, 2019
7-8:30pm doors open at 6:30
$15 advanced purchase / $20 at the door
Broomfield Auditorium
3 Community Park Rd, Broomfield, CO 80020
Students have been preparing pieces to present as part of their graduate prerequisites.
Enjoy a variety of styles and performances by these dynamic performers!
Sadie will also perform a solo and present her group choreography
And we are very honored to have the Rachid Halihal Ensemble joining us with live music!
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