Belly Dance Workshops - London

Workshops in Brighton

Workshops with Galit in other areas (in and outside the UK)

Belly Dance 'Sunday School'

A series of workshops aimed at students who wish to deepen their knowledge, understanding & technique of Egyptian Belly Dance. See list of subjects below

Places are limited. You are advised to book the workshops in advance to avoid disappointment.

Level of workshops: Improver - Intermediate level, unless otherwise stated. Ideally you will have a minimum of 1 year experience for getting the maximum from these workshops.
'Jazz up your style' workshop in May is for more experienced students - min 3 years experience is advised for this workshop.

To book any of these workshops by post* please send a cheque for the full amount payable to Galit Mersand with a note saying which workshop you're booking for and SAE to: Galit Mersand, Unit 424, 91 Western Road, Brighton BN1 2NW
Please remember to include SAE to receive your letter of confirmation
* cheques must be received at least 10 days before the date of the workshop

Cancellation policy: A minimum of 2 weeks notice is required for a full refund.

Sundays12pm -3pm
3rd of Feb- The Tabla Solo
2nd of March - The Different Styles of Egyptian Belly Dance
6th of Apr.- Sagat for the terrified(Zills)
25th of May - jazz Up your style CANCELLED!

Workshops are £25 each.

All workshops are held at 'The Place, 17 Dukes Road, London WC1 (near Euston Station)

The Tabla Solo

A workshop dedicated to the Tabla Solo. Rhythms, technique and choregraphy will all be part of this workshop. A handout with the Choreography and break down of the rhythms will be given. The CD Tabla Tastic by Guy Schalom with the with the music of the choreography, the different rhythms and other great Tabla solos will be available to buy at the workshop (£12). If ever there was an essential workshop for Belly dancers - this is it!
3rd of February 12pm-3pm
Fee: £25

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The Different Styles of Egyptian Belly Dance

Explore the 3 main styles of Egyptian Belly Dance, ‘Oriental’, ‘Saiidi’ and ‘Baladi’. The difference between them, how to recognise them in the music, which steps, moves and costumes characterise them.
Time allowing, we will also touch on Modern Egyptian Belly Dance style.
2nd of March 12pm-3pm
Fee: £25

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Dancing with Sagat (Zills)

A comprehensive workshop for all students who want to learn how to play sagat (finger cymbals / zills) and dance while playing. You will learn key Sagat rhythms and a choreography. You will need a set Sagat for this workshop (please bring spares too if you have them). A handout with Sagat Rhythms and the choreography will be given.
6th of April 2008, 12pm-3pm
Fee: £25

Jazz Up Your Style

CANCELLED

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