So you want to ATS?
What is ATS and why is it so popular?
What makes it different than the rest of the tribal dancing out there?
Learn in this workshop the basics of ATS and see if it is the dance style for you!
Bring a NON-Jingly hip scarf and a pair of zills(required).
Let Ellen take you on a two hour tour with the promise of a return of the basic knowledge of ATS that will make you want to learn more! Ellen has been a professional ATS dancer and is one of the founding members of Rhythm & Cues in Northern VA since 2007, and before a cabaret dancer since 2000. She has performed at numerous festivals, parties, restaurants and haflas in the region. Ellen currently teaches ATS 101 at Ida Lee Recreation Center in Leesburg, VA.
Trust in your dance partners is key and so is the desire to want to learn how to dance with others with simple head and hand cues that lead you into a improvised dance world that ATS brings. Learn how to multitask while dancing! ATS is always evolving and you are always learning.
We will go over the history, posture, the zill 'triplet', slow and fast movements that will get you dancing after the workshop.
Do you need to purchase zills? They are available for $21 ($20 + tax). Contact Ravena for more information.
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Two Ways to Register (By PayPal or Check/MO):
1) Use PayPal:
2) Make check/money order payable to: RAVENA
Send check to: Ravena ~ PO Box 651074 ~ Sterling, VA 20165-1074
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Saturday, April 9th, 2011
2:00 - 4:00 PM
$30 in advance or $40 at the door
Life Wellness Studio
Sterling, VA
For dancers with at least 6 months experience of the basic movements of Middle Eastern Dance. Also appropriate for intermediate to advanced dancers to work on muscle memory, stamina, and music theory.
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Familiarize yourself with the dynamics of the drum solo. Students will learn how to break down belly dance movements and apply them to the various sounds of the drum. We will work on muscle memory and isolation, layered shimmies, weight changes, pops and locks, level changes, slow and fast movements, and much much more. We will end with a lesson on musical interpretation, stage presence, and learn tips on how to integrate a powerful drum solo into your performance for an exhilarating finale.
Open to all 17 and older
About Ayperi: Originally from Maryland, Ayperi has had a passion and appreciation for Middle Eastern dance for as long as she can remember. Today, Ayperi continues her dance education, teaches, and performs at various public and private functions in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. She is known for her style and grace, as well as her fluid muscle control and musical interpretation.
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Two Ways to Register (By PayPal or Check/MO):
1) Use PayPal:
2) Make check/money order payable to: RAVENA
Send check to: Ravena ~ PO Box 651074 ~ Sterling, VA 20165-1074
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Saturday, May 14th, 2011
2:00 - 4:00 PM
$30 in advance or $40 at the door
Life Wellness Studio
Sterling, VA
For dancers with basic dance experience.
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Bellydance fans can add an Asian, Spanish or Fantasy influence to your dance and can be used to mystify your audience with unique movements and clever fan poses. Learn the art of dancing with single and double hand fans, using the fans as an extension of your fingers. This workshop is perfect for a variety of dance styles, from Egyptian Cabaret to Tribal Fusion and everything in between. In this workshop, you will learn the technique of handling fans, movements and combinations to incorporate into your belly dancing, and how to dance with two fans. An introduction to fan veils and large feather fans will be discussed.
A small amount of hand fans will be available for purchase for $5 each.
Open to all 17 and older
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Registration opens March 1
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