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Instructors

Workshop Descriptions

Sharon Kihara
www.sharonkihara.com

FRIDAY April 25, 2008
The following workshop will take place at
Borchard Community Center - MAIN ROOM
190 North Reino Rd.
Newbury Park CA 91320
Phone: 805-381-2791
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sharon Kihara "Techniques Master Class"

Sharon Kihara is presenting a technique workshop, focusing on muscle control, isolation, strength building and flexibility. Built largely on the foundation of the Salimpour technique, Yoga and Pilates, we will learn to control movement from the inside out, toning and learning to access the deep core muscles. Emphasis on healthy alignment and joint protection. Learn to move muscles you didn't even know you had! Freak out your friends and family! Or not, it's up to you.
Skill Level, 2-3.
Please dress as though you are going to a yoga class, yoga mat optional.
$50 Pre-reg. / $55 at the door
(add 3$ if paying on-line)
This is a 3 hour class.

SUNDAY April 27, 2008
The following workshop will take place at Borchard Community Center - MAIN ROOM
190 North Reino Rd.
Newbury Park CA 91320
Phone: 805-381-2791
10:00am -12:00pm
Sharon Kihara "Choreography"


Learn a brand new Tribal Fusion Choreography with Sharon Kihara! After a quick warm up, get ready to dance! This class is appropriate for all levels as well, but it is recommended that student also attend Friday's technique class, or have a rudimentary knowledge of Suhaila Salimpour or Tribal belly dance terminology and technique.
Wear something comfy, and bring water!
$35 Pre-reg. / $40 at the door
(add 3$ if paying on-line)

Amy Sigil
www.unmata.com

FRIDAY April 25, 2008
The following workshop will take place at
Borchard Community Center - MAIN ROOM
190 North Reino Rd.
Newbury Park CA 91320
Phone: 805-381-2791

4:15pm - 6:15 pm
Amy Sigil of UNMATA "Sigil School"

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the teaching format of Amy Sigil in this interactive split session with UNMATA. In the first half of class, Amy will share her experience, ideas, and dance doctrine-as well as answer your questions. In the second half of class, you will get on your feet for a Sigil School whirlwind demonstration. Tag words: warm-ups, transitions, music, mixes, tempo, choreography, common vocabulary, work, craft, drill, team, time, counting, working backwards, notes, repetition, fellowship, and yes, you will sweat!
All levels welcome.
$30 Pre-reg. /$35 at the door
(add 3$ if paying on-line)

Steven Eggers
http://tribes.tribe.net/steveneggers
www.atashmaya.com

FRIDAY April 25, 2008
The following workshop will take place at
Borchard Community Center - ROOM #8
190 North Reino Rd.
Newbury Park CA 91320
Phone: 805-381-2791

4:10pm - 6:10pm
Steven Eggers
"Isolation Drills & Combinations"


This class would consist of different isolation techniques and drills. Focusing on articulation and brainteaser type drills to break up muscle memory. These would be incorporated in little combinations to be used for practice or in choreography.
All Levels welcome.
$30 Pre-reg. /$35 at the door
(add 3$ if paying on-line)

Frederique
www.bellygroove.com

Freyja
www.freyjafusion.com

SUNDAY April 27, 2008
The following workshop will take place at
Borchard Community Center - ROOM #8
190 North Reino Rd.
Newbury Park CA 91320
Phone: 805-381-2791
10:00am -12:00pm
Freyja "Layering Technique"


Layering is an excellent technique used for dancing to different layers of the music at the same time. This workshop focuses on executing multiple movements simultaneously. Class begins with warm up and drills to activate muscle memory and prepare for more advanced layering. Movements are practiced individually and then combined. Emphasis is placed on proper breathing technique, traveling, layering slow movements over fast movements, slow movements over slow movements and fast movements over fast movements. Layering transitions as well as layering combinations will also be covered. Be prepared to sweat and focus on strong technique.
All levels welcome.
$30 Pre-reg. / $35 at the door
(add 3$ if paying on-line)

Ariellah
www.ariellah.com

SUNDAY April 27, 2008
The following workshop will take place at Borchard Community Center - MAIN ROOM
190 North Reino Rd.
Newbury Park CA 91320
Phone: 805-381-2791

12:30pm - 3:30pm
Ariellah Aflalo "Belly, Arms, Chest"


Work intensively on belly, arms and chest areas in this workshop with Ariellah. Learn to strengthen and open the chest, arms and belly by working these areas exclusively. Students will discuss and work through any problem areas by repeated drilling and through the use of repetitive combination work.
All levels welcome.
$45 Pre-reg. /$50 at the door
(add 3$ if paying on-line)
This is a 3 hour class.

Marjhani
www.marjhani.com

FRIDAY April 25, 2008
The following workshop will take place at
Borchard Community Center - ROOM #8
190 North Reino Rd.
Newbury Park CA 91320
Phone: 805-381-2791
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Marjhani "Understanding the Gothic Scene"


In this class we will discuss the different looks and sounds found in the Gothic Sub-cultures: Ethereal/Romantic/Dark Wave, Industrial, Death Rock, EBM & Powernoize. We will cover what type of movements and costuming goes with which sound as well as cover genre appropriate stage presence and space utilization.
This workshop is designed for dancers of all levels and the curious at heart.
$30 Pre-reg. /$35 at the door
(add 3$ if paying on-line)

Ayse Cerami
http://tribes.tribe.net/fansofayse

SATURDAY April 26, 2008
The following workshop will take place at
Borchard Community Center - ROOM #8
190 North Reino Rd.
Newbury Park CA 91320
Phone: 805-381-2791

12:15pm - 2:15pm
Ayse Cerami "Slow Down Your Anatomy"

Muscle control is one of the key elements to mastering slow movements. This workshop will no doubt be filled with body conditioning, inspired from Pilates and Ballet to fit a Tribal Belly Dance format. Isolate key parts of your anatomy and slow it down. Learn slow combos with floor work that can be used as choreography or cued in improvisation.
All levels welcome.
Please bring a towel or yoga mat for we will be working on the floor, and of course water.
$30 pre-reg/$35 at the door
(add 3$ if paying on-line)

Vicki Virk
http://dholrhythms.tribe.net

SUNDAY April 27, 2008
The following workshop will take place at
Borchard Community Center - ROOM #8
190 North Reino Rd.
Newbury Park CA 91320
Phone: 805-381-2791


12:15pm - 2:15pm
Vicki Virk "Dholrhythms Bhangra 101"

This class will be a mini crash course in learning all the basics of bhangra that will then be translated into a beautiful choreographed routine that you can use any time you hear the dhol(drum) or incorporate it into other dance routines and performances. The class will make you shake your hips, move your arms, stomp your feet and give you a great cardio workout by indulging your dancing spirits.
All levels welcome!
Recommended for beginners and those very new to bhangra looking to have a fun time while they get a great workout and learn something new.
$30 Pre-reg. / $35 at the door
(add 3$ if paying on-line)

Elizabeth Mahina
www.elizartist.com

SATURDAY April 26, 2008
*LOCATION TO BE DETERMINED
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Elizabeth Souza "Island Influence"


Tribal fusion has taken quite an influence from Polynesian dance. Join Elizabeth as she teaches exciting tribal fusion combos that are inspired from Hula, Tahitian, Maori, and Samoan dances.
Skill level - Beginning thru advanced.
$30 Pre-reg. /$35 at the door
(add 3$ if paying on-line)