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Dancers News-July 26,2009

To see this as the main website, click here . Also find the Teacher Directory, Shopping Opportunites, and Healing, Guides and Energy workers, Pampering sections there!

 

Good morning,

July is dwindling away, or flowing quickly away with the rain fall and fun activities we’ve had going on in spite of the rain!

Festivals and more festivals have been happening all over Ottawa, I hope you’ve been able to take some of them in!

 

I’ve been lucky to participate in some and see some shows, but it has been a working summer for me – til next weekend !  And I just confirmed that the summer OPEN PRACTICE Evenings will be running in August, thanks to my home base, Routhier Community Centre, and the generosity of Isaden/Erika and Zamira/Gailene! Details are in the news below!

 

ALSO: BLOG CONTEST ON TIL JULY 31ST:

I look forward to seeing your comments below as the contest I am running will be open for the rest of the week – take a moment, click over and  say something fun!  You could win!

 

Next weekend will have the final FULL edition for the summer – PLEASE SEND IN YOUR INFO BY FRIDAY, JULY 31st in order to make sure I get your Fall schedules, upcoming workshops etc online for the month of August, and sent out to everyone  next weekend!

 

Have a great week!

Tracey/Halyma

 

Sunday, July 26

 

DANCERS’ NEWSLETTER – Update EDITION

 

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This week’s Dancers’ Newsletter Extra Feature is a visit to My BLOG – With A CONTEST!
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2009 EVENTS

 

JULY 30, 2009 to AUGUST 27, 2009 ~ EXTENDED DATES
SUMMER PRACTICE EVENINGS

Thursday evenings of dance – come out and play
Where: 172 Guigues – Routhier Community Centre, 2nd floor
When: 6:30 to 8:30p.m.
What: Two hours in an air conditioned room with mirrors to play as you wish!

There with a cd player and music. Feel free to bring your own music too, or just take advantage of space and a safe fun atmosphere to test drive those belly dance moves you learned through the winter and spring!

Drop in anytime during the two hours to play, practice, and socialize.

Join us for a fun night out to get some exercise, to practice for upcoming performances, or try those props you have learned through the year and have nowhere to practice them!

OPEN TO ALL LEVELS – Beginner through professional!

Please note: this is not a class – but you’ll learn new stuff by watching and playing.

During August, it will be hosted by Isaden and/ or Zamira, who will provide some music for your dancing pleasure – but please bring your own cds as well!

 

 

July 26-Sunday ~ TODAYPicture 2
Tribal Fusion workshop with Leslie

As Leslie has been accepted into the Master of Arts, Dance program at York in Toronto, this will be the last opportunity for a while to get in some study of Tribal fusion bellydance on a regular basis. Please note that the below listings are fundraising activities to support this course of study 🙂 Workshops are $50 each. In the fall, Leslie will return to Ottawa periodically to teach monthly workshops.

Sunday, July 26th
Yoga for Bellydance
This workshop is a 3 hour part practice, part lecture about the benefit of specific yoga poses and how they help support alignment in dance. Leslie is a certified Hatha yoga instructor and also draws from her training with Rachel Brice.
2-5pm
1196 Bank, Makin’ Moves studio
$50 for this 3 hour workshop
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

 

 

JULY 26, 2009~ TODAY
lmbellypicSha’ Vega Malibu Presents Sweat and Swim

Don’t miss this opportunity to Sweat and Swim on Sunday, July 26th.
A different and exciting class is being offered plus a delicious and healthy luncheon on the lakeside, belly dance videos on the big screen AND swimming in the lake until your heart’s content.

Where? The class is being held at 300 Saddler Road at Forêt la Blanche Interpretation Centre, (2nd floor) in Mayo, QC.

The luncheon to follow will be at my residence, just 4 km from Forêt la Blanche Interpretation Centre.

What time? Class is from 10:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Lunch and everything else after 12:30 p.m.

How long does it take to get there anyway? Give yourself about 50 minutes to make it here from Orleans and about an hour from downtown.

After lunch options
· more swimming
· a pottery studio tour
· gabbing on the deck sipping cool drinks in tall glasses
· watching belly dance performances on the big screen TV

Class content

July 26. 
Introduction to Zills (finger cymbals). You will learn 4 basic Zill patterns and some belly dance combinations to go with those patterns. This class is suitable for anyone who would like to learn to play Zills or needs drilling and practice on what you already have learned. If you have Zills, please bring them. I have several set of Zills that I can loan for the day if you do not have your own set. Prerequisite for this class is at least one session of belly dance classes.

The cost for this day of fabulosity? Only $40!

Sign up early!! There are just 10 spots opened for each of these special summertime classes.

Guarantee your spot by filling out the registration form then send your form and cheque in as soon as possible.
Registration form is available by writing Sha’ Vega at sha_vega@hotmail.com
Alternately, it is available in the files section on doCod http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/doCod/

 

 

AUGUST 13, 2009
Picture 1DRUM SOLO WORKSHOP WITH ZELIA

Thursday, August 13, 2009
6:45 p. m. to 9:45 p.m.
Nepean Creative Arts Centre
35 Stafford Rd., Nepean (Bells Corners)

For intermediate to advance level dancers as well as professionals.

$45 by August 7, 2009, $55 thereafter

Workshop includes:

Warm-up and a cool-down
Break down of all the movements and combos bit by bit to ensure all workshop participants can learn to master this wonderfully fun choreography
Notes for the choreography
A DVD of Zelia performing the choreography is available for $10 to those who pre-order.

For more information about Zelia, please visit her website: www.firespirit.ca.

You can access the flyer at www.ottawabellydance.com/events.html

To register, fill out the flyer and mail it in along with your payment. For info contact julieATottawabellydanceDOTcom.

 

 

AUGUST 20, 2009
Hadia: Master Class in Montreal~ UPDATED INFOleftimage

I hope that you are having a fabulous summer so far! I am very happy to let you know that I will be back in Montreal for a one evening Master Class on Thursday, August 20th at Studio Metronome, from 5:30 to 9:30pm. I will be teaching technique, musical interpretation and choreographic sequences to a gorgeous song called “Ba’eed Annak”.

Registration before August 1st is $80, August 1st to 15th $90 and after August 15th $100
Please click on the link http://www.hadia.com/index.php?id=15#montreal2009 for more info, and the registration forms. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 514 969-2220 or email me at hadia@hadia.com 
The workshop is almost full so be sure to register as soon as possible for this great evening!

Join me for my Last and Latest Greatest Dance Tour to Turkey – “Gateway to the Orient” from Sept 15th to 30th. Don’t miss the early registration deadline on August 1st to take advantage of our great discount for this last fabulous tour, which includes 20 hours of wonderful dance training with Master instructor Reyhan Tuzsuz and Hadia in authentic Turkish Rom and Egyptian Oriental dance . There are still a couple of spots waiting for you on our adventure into authentic Turkish Culture, Dance and History through Istanbul, Bodrum, Afrodisias, Pamukkale and Cappadocia. For all info and registration forms http://www.hadia.com/events/turkey2009.html

Hadia www.hadia.com

Bonjour les belle danseuses!

J’espère que tout passe très bien chez vous cet été! Je suis très heureuse à vous envoyer les nouvelles que je serais de retour à Montréal jeudi, le 20 Aout pour un soir de « Master Class » au Studio Métronome du 17h30 au 2h30. J’enseignerai la technique, l’interprétation musicale et les séquences chorégraphique a une très belle chanson « Ba’eed Annak ».
Les prix sont 80$ pour l’inscription avant le 1e Aout, 90$ entre le 1e et le 15 Aout et 100$ après le 15 Aout. Pour tout info ainsi que les formulaires d’inscription veuillez cliquer sur le lien ici http://www.hadia.com/index.php?id=15#montreal2009 si vous avez encore des questions, je vous invite de m’appeler à 514 969-2220 ou de m’envoyer un courriel à hadia@hadia.com

Vu que l’atelier est presque complet maintenant, n’hésitez pas de vous inscrire bientôt pour vous assurer votre place parmi nous!

Hadia www.hadia.com

 

OCTOBER 9, 2009 – FINAL WEEK TO GET TICKETS IN ADVANCE
A Thanksgiving weekend with Rachel Brice!220px-Rachelbrice2007

Friday October 9th
Shakti fusion presents: Fall Fusion Cabaret
The Arts Court Theatre, 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, ON
Featuring Rachel Brice, with Leslie, Shakti fusion, Rosanna, Tribu Ghabal, Anna & Safiya, Milana & Jamilah and Mat Jacob.
Doors 7pm, show at 8pm
Tickets are $30 in advance and are available through Leslie: leslie@shaktifusion.ca LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS AVAILABLE! GET YOURS NOW!

 

 

NOT QUITE BELLY DANCE EVENTS:

 

JULY 29, 2009
Mystara Boutique Open HouseLP13TealZeal

This coming Wednesday, July 29th, I would like to invite you to the semi-annual Mystara Boutique open-house, where I will have all my fused glass and other interesting items on display, and available for purchase! Come enjoy some cocktails and snacks, and browse through this season’s colourful colletion of new products (for men too!), as well as your favourite fused-glass jewellery items! There is no pressure to buy, so come for a visit and bring your friends! All are welcome.

Date: This coming Wednesday, July 29th, 2009
Time: Drop in anytime between 5pm and 10pm
Place: Tara’s! 289 Metcalfe St. unit 2 (between Lewis & Gilmore)
Parking: There is plenty of free street parking after 5:30pm

Looking forward to seeing you!

-Tara 
Mystara Boutique ~ “Where Unique Meets Chic!”
www.mystaraboutique.com

 

 

JULY 30, 2009
aandree_choosing_scarves_smSister Bazaar

Thursday evening July 30th
4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Sisters Bazaar
http://www.sisterbazaar.com

Mini-boutique! Drop in on your way home from work…
187 Holmwood Avenue apt 2, upstairs
(close to Bank St., between Monk and Ralph)

upcoming bazaar; in TORONTO
Sunday August 16th, 2:00 – 7:00
22 Roseneath Gardens, please call for directions
613-234-5599, and after Aug. 14th 416-651-7218

Please see our website for details on the locations, as well as some new photos. And of course, there are always those one of a kind special surprises….

Please TELL YOUR FRIENDS, co-workers, anyone you think may be interested. It’s important to note that these are “eco-friendly” hand crafted products, using natural fibres and dyes, hand embroidery, no child labour etc. We strive to bring the best Indian quality to those of discerning taste.
We look forward to seeing you all in the next few weeks.

Andree and Madeleine

 

 

FALL CLASSES – UPDATED INFO

 

TRACEY/HALYMA’S CLASSES

click on “class schedule” for details and descriptions

 in the right navigation bar

BYWARD MARKET AREA

172 Guigues – call 613 244-4470 for registration or  Register online

Monday,Sept 14 Level 1 6:30pm.-7:30pm. ( 12 weeks) $86.50

Monday,Sept 14 Level 2 7:30pm.-8:30pm. ( 12 weeks) $86.50

 

Thursday,Sept. 17 Level 1 6:30pm.-7:30pm.( 12 weeks) $86.50
Thursday,Sept. 17 Level 2+ 7:30pm.-8:30pm.( 12 weeks) $86.50

Note: 2+ is a Creative Intermediate that will allow the students more guided personal time to develop their own style as dancers.

OLD OTTAWA SOUTH area ( Near the May Fair theatre)
260 Sunnyside – call 613 247-4946 for registration. 
Tuesday,Sept 15(12 weeks)6:30pm.-7:30pm. – level 1$88
Tuesday,Sept 15(12 weeks)7:30pm.-8:30pm. – level 2 $88

Register online starting Sept. 2th, at 9 p.m.: http://www.oldottawasouth.ca

 

 

Zamira’s Fall-Winter 2009 Classes

My classes are moving to a new home in a more central location. These specialty classes focus on the needs of 2 specific groups to bring the joy of Belly Dance to even more women and girls too. A description of my teaching style and thoughts about dance can be found on my website at theveiledeye.com

Women 50+ Belly Dance all levels
8 classes per session
$90.00 (taxes included)
6:45 – 7:45 PM (1 hour)
Sep 1 – Oct 20 2009
Oct 27 – Dec 15 2009

Youth Belly Dance for ages 13-17
8 classes per session
$80.00 (taxes included)
6:15 – 7:15 PM (1 hour)
Sep 3 – Oct 22 2009
Oct 29 – Dec 17 2009

All classes take place at Makin’ Moves Dance Studio:
1196 Bank Street at Ossington Avenue
Old Ottawa South

For more information or to register please contact:
Zamira
The Veiled Eye
Email: zamira@theveiledeye.com
Phone: 613-797-4068
Website: http://www.theveiledeye.com

 

 

Jalilah’s Fall 2009 Schedule
Authentic Middle Eastern Dance Classes

http://www.piranha.de/jalilah

http://www.gildedserpent.com/aboutuspages/jalilahzamora.htm

 

At the RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Drive, Ottawa
Beginners Belly Dance Workout
Mondays 10:30-11:30 
Starting September 14 to December 7
$85 for CanFit members and RA members, $140 for non- members
To Register contact RA Centre:(613) 736-6224

At Greta Leemings Studio of Dance, 1460 Merivale Road, Ottawa
Intermediate Level Tuesdays Mornings 11-12:15 September 15 to December 15 
Price: $175 ($160 if paid by August 31)
Pilates Tuesdays 10-11 September 15 to December 15 $140
To Register contact Jalilah (613)228-8215 jalilah@rogers.com

At The Studio School of Dance, 74 Jamie Avenue, Ottawa-Nepean
Intermediate Level: Monday Evenings 7:30- 8:45 September14-December 14 
Price: $160 ($150 if paid by August 31)
To Register contact Jalilah: jalilah@rogers.com (613)228-8215

At Denise Enan’s Studio Oasis 200 St. Joseph, Hull 
Intermediate Thursdays 6:15-7:15 PM $85 for 8 Weeks
Advanced Baladi/Belly Dance Thursdays 7:15-8:45 PM $100 for 8 weeks
To register contact Oasis (819) 776-5033

 

DANCER’S NEWSLETTER-July 19, 2009

To see this at the main website, click here . Also find the Teacher Directory, Shopping Opportunites, and Healing, Guides and Energy workers, Pampering sections online!

 

Good morning,

I have had a fabulous week – busy and stressful and exciting and crazy! All culminating with our performances yesterday at the South Asian Festival!  Later today – once I take some time to organize it all, I’ll have some great pics and video clips of our fun on our website!

Check it here [ and click on “past events”] over the next week or so as it will take me a bit of time to get it all edited and together! 

 

 Thank you to all of the familiar faces who came out and waiting to see us dance – especially the later show! After the rain break, everything was delayed- a lot, so your patience was appreciated!

 

The final summer edition will go out August 1st!  Please send in all of you info before that as I will of course leave it all online for reference while I take a few weeks off!

 

In the meantime – have a lovely week!

Tracey/Halyma

 

 

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Sunday, July 19

 

DANCERS’ NEWSLETTER – UPDATE EDITION

 

Check out the Dancers’ Newsletter Extra Features:

This week’s Dancers’ Newsletter Extra Feature is a visit to My BLOG CONTEST!
Click here for a quick look!

DOUBLE FEATURE: Check out the Ottawa Bollywood News site for an upcoming week of Classical Indian in August! Workshop registration ends July 20th!

 

 

2009 EVENTS

 

HPIM2104JULY 19, 2009 ~TODAY!
Summer Bellydance Workshop with Zena

When: Sunday, July 19, 2009
Where: Dance with Alana Studio, 858 Bank St. @ 5th Ave
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00 pm with an intermission
Cost: At the door, $50 (cash only
)
This includes the workshop, bottled water and light snacks, Choreography on DVD and music for the routine.

Please bring finger cymbals, bellydance coin belt, snug fitting exercise clothing, dance slippers, a notebook. (Optional) This workshop will include an extended warm-up, technique review for the dance moves and choreography practice following the break.

Contact: Zena for pre-registration and the address to send in payment
Email: zena555@rogers.com

 

 

JULY 19, AND 26, 2009- TODAY!
Sha’ Vega Malibu Presents Sweat and SwimIMG_1218

Don’t miss this opportunity to Sweat and Swim on Sunday, July 19th and again on July 26th.
Two different and exciting classes are being offered plus a delicious and healthy luncheon on the lakeside, belly dance videos on the big screen AND swimming in the lake until your heart’s content.

Where? The class is being held at 300 Saddler Road at Forêt la Blanche Interpretation Centre, (2nd floor) in Mayo, QC.

The luncheon to follow will be at my residence, just 4 km from Forêt la Blanche Interpretation Centre.

What time? Class is from 10:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Lunch and everything else after 12:30 p.m.

How long does it take to get there anyway? Give yourself about 50 minutes to make it here from Orleans and about an hour from downtown.

After lunch options
· more swimming
· a pottery studio tour
· gabbing on the deck sipping cool drinks in tall glasses
· watching belly dance performances on the big screen TV

Class content – TWO different classes are being offered.

Class #1 – July 19. 
Drum solo I. Did you like my drum solo at Halyma’s Central Class Party on June 10? Do you want to learn it? I’m offering this class to students who are dancing at Level 3 and beyond. You will learn my Drum Solo I – a drum solo complete with veil entrance and finale! This class will be very challenging. Please bring you veil. Prerequisite for this class is one year or more of belly dance classes.

Class #2 – July 26. 
Introduction to Zills (finger cymbals). You will learn 4 basic Zill patterns and some belly dance combinations to go with those patterns. This class is suitable for anyone who would like to learn to play Zills or needs drilling and practice on what you already have learned. If you have Zills, please bring them. I have several set of Zills that I can loan for the day if you do not have your own set. Prerequisite for this class is at least one session of belly dance classes.

The cost for this day of fabulosity? Only $40! Or take BOTH classes for just $75!!

Sign up early!! There are just 10 spots opened for each of these special summertime classes.

Guarantee your spot by filling out the registration form then send your form and cheque in as soon as possible.
Registration form is available by writing Sha’ Vega at sha_vega@hotmail.com
Alternately, it is available in the files section on doCod http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/doCod/

 

 

JULY 23 and 30, 2009~REMINDER
SUMMER PRACTICE EVENINGS

Thursday evenings of dance – come out and play
Where: 172 Guigues – Routhier Community Centre, 2nd floor
When: 6:30 to 8:30p.m.
What: Two hours in an air conditioned room with mirrors to play as you wish!

There with a cd player and music. Feel free to bring your own music too, or just take advantage of space and a safe fun atmosphere to test drive those belly dance moves you learned through the winter and spring!

Drop in anytime during the two hours to play, practice, and socialize.

Join us for a fun night out to get some exercise, to practice for upcoming performances, or try those props you have learned through the year and have nowhere to practice them!

OPEN TO ALL LEVELS – Beginner through professional!

Please note: this is not a class – but you’ll learn new stuff by watching and playing.

Questions: tracey@tav-creations.com

PS: If there is enough interest, I will see about having it continue while I am away in August!

 

 

JULY 24-26 ~ MADSION ,WI ~REMINDER
Mona N’wal and the Madison Multicultural Dance Center are hosting Isadora Bushkovski

(www.izzydancer.com) for a full weekend workshop, July 24-26 in Madison, WI. Topics include: Izzy’s Bellydance Bootcamp Teaser (Friday), Fusion Fiesta (Saturday) and Oriental Choreography (Sunday).

Check out our website at www.madisonmultidance.com/izzy.html for more information.

Coming from out of town? We’ve arranged for discounted rooms at Baymont Inn and Suites, 8102 Excelsior Dr, Madison 608-831-7711 (www.baymontinns.com) Use code: MMDC and book by July 3rd for $65/night

Phaedra

manager- Madison Multicultural Dance Center
www.madisonmultidance.com

 

 

Saturday July 25th ~Kingston, ON
Slow Motion Tribal Fusion workshop with Leslie

In this workshop, you will participate in a yoga based warmup, which links yoga practice to dance movement. Following the warmup, we will drill gooey slow movements with an emphasis on developing strong isolations for well defined movements. Once we’ve established our
movement base, we will begin to learn some original short
combinations, which will be woven into an improv choreography at the end of the workshop. This workshop will appeal most to tribal fusion and ATS dancers, but the technique component will also strengthen your skills for performing takqsim as an Oriental dancer. Combinations are designed to be incorporated into your own dance style.
About Leslie:

Leslie began studying American Tribal Style bellydance and Tribal Fusion in 2003, and has taught and performed all over the country. She is a student of Rachel Brice and The Indigo Bellydance Company, as well as studying with Suhaila Salimpour, Jill Parker, and Ariellah. Leslie travels often to take workshops with her teachers and has
recently been accepted into the Master of Arts, Dance program at York University in Toronto. In Ottawa, she directs Shakti fusion bellydance, and her company has performed at Spirit of the Tribes in Florida, and Elevation in Colorado, as well as performing in Ottawa, Toronto, and Montreal on a regular basis. Leslie is also a certified
Hatha yoga instructor and has taught yoga at the Public Health Agency of Canada since 2007.

Workshop Details…

Saturday July 25th
1-4 p.m.
Seniors Association
56 Frances Street
Kingston, ON

Contact: 
Lisa Pennock
613-532-4415
lisa.pennock@gmail.com

Cost: $60
Must register/contact me by July 20th

 

 

July 26, 2009 – REMINDER
Tribal Fusion workshop with Leslie

As Leslie has been accepted into the Master of Arts, Dance program at York in Toronto, this will be the last opportunity for a while to get in some study of Tribal fusion bellydance on a regular basis. Please note that the below listings are fundraising activities to support this course of study 🙂 Workshops are $50 each. In the fall, Leslie will return to Ottawa periodically to teach monthly workshops.

Sunday, July 26th
Yoga for Bellydance
This workshop is a 3 hour part practice, part lecture about the benefit of specific yoga poses and how they help support alignment in dance. Leslie is a certified Hatha yoga instructor and also draws from her training with Rachel Brice.
2-5pm
1196 Bank, Makin’ Moves studio
$50 for this 3 hour workshop
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

 

 

AUGUST 22, 2009
Performance by Shifra Tobiasch

Saturday, August 22, 2009

The Cavern @ 112 Osborne Street, Winnipeg, MB. Phone: 204-284-7201

Night of burlesque + belly dance performance with Shifra Soria Tobiasch & dancers (old & new). Stay tuned for more information (dancers names & more events).

שפרה טוביאש 
Shifra Tobiasch 
طوبياش شفرا 
Leading Master Belly Dance Master zills 
Burlesque instructor 
http://masterbellydance.com/

 

 

OCTOBER 9, 2009 ~ Tickets are going fast!
A Thanksgiving weekend with Rachel Brice!

Friday October 9th
Shakti fusion presents: Fall Fusion Cabaret
The Arts Court Theatre, 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, ON
Featuring Rachel Brice, with Leslie, Shakti fusion, Rosanna, Tribu Ghabal, Anna & Safiya, Milana & Jamilah and Mat Jacob.
Doors 7pm, show at 8pm
Tickets are $30 in advance and are available through Leslie: leslie@shaktifusion.ca

LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS AVAILABLE! GET YOURS NOW!

 

 

OCTOBER 24, 2009
DANCERS’ BAZAAR

Save the date! The usual times and location – 260 McArthur, noon to 4 p.m. etc.

 NOTE: it will be on a Saturday this time around – let’s see how that goes!
Registration for vendors will be available as of September 1st – when I am back from my break!

 

 

SUMMER 2009 CLASSES

 

OTHER LOCAL CLASSES ARE LISTED ONLINE –CHECK THEM OUT HERE!

 

 

SHIFA TOBIASCH – MANITOBA
Summer Classes – It’s My Pleasure

Wednesdays | 10 weeks (beginning July 8)

It’s My Pleasure Women’s Resource Center, Dance Studio and Boutique at 205-250 Panet Rd. Winnipeg, MB. Call 204-853-7389 to register.

4:00 – 5:00 – Beginner Belly Dance
5:30 – 6:30 – Beginner Belly Dance
6:30 – 7:30 – Multi Level Burlesque Choreography
7:30 – 8:30 – Multi Level Belly Choreography

–Summer Workshops – Rady JCC

Tuesdays | 6:30 – 8:00pm

Rose and Max Rady Jewish Community Center @ 100B – 123 Doncaster St., Winnipeg, MB. Please call 477-7508 or fax 477-7530 to register.

July 21
August 11
August 18
September 1

 

 

FALL CLASSES – ALREADY!

 

TRACEY/HALYMA’S CLASSES

click on “class schedule” for details and descriptions in the right navigation bar

BYWARD MARKET AREA

172 Guigues – call 613 244-4470 for registration details and price starting mid August

Monday,Sept 14 Level 1 6:30pm.-7:30pm. ( 12 weeks)

Monday,Sept 14 Level 2 7:30pm.-8:30pm. ( 12 weeks)

 

Thursday,Sept. 17 Level 1 6:30pm.-7:30pm.( 12 weeks)
Thursday,Sept. 17 Level 2+ 7:30pm.-8:30pm.( 12 weeks) Creative Intermediate

Register online through the link on the Class Schedule page

OLD OTTAWA SOUTH area ( Near the May Fair theatre)
260 Sunnyside – call 613 247-4946 for registration details and price at the end of August.
Tuesday,Sept 15(12 weeks)6:30pm.-7:30pm. – level 1
Tuesday,Sept 15(12 weeks)7:30pm.-8:30pm. – level 2

Register online starting Sept. 2th, at 9 p.m.: http://www.oldottawasouth.com

What’s new? What’s exciting?

Well, as I have begun to use the blog for weekly updates for the newsletter, I don’t want you to think  that’s all this is!  I have been having a very busy and fun summer of sewing, and dancing, so I want to take a moment before the next onslaught of work rolls in the doors to say thanks for checking out this blog when you can!

If you follow me on Facebook or Twitter, you have an idea, with the micro blogging I do there with fairly constant updates, as to what is happening in my little universe! But for those of you who may not follow me there, here’s a quick update on my silliness – I want to hear about yours in the comments below!

Eco-TAV.com:Logo-Eco-TAV

1- Blossom Bag Blowout will continue until July 31st – check out the Artfire button to your left and click on it to see the  goodies I have up for sale on my Artfire Studio!  There will some new fabrics and features coming out for the fall when I get back!

2- $5 Ipod cases – Sale will continue on these until they are all gone – only a few remain, so get these while they are around – I won’t be continuing this line of Eco-TAV goodies! Find these on Artfire as well!

3- Napkins and Pouches – still available online through the main website: www.eco-tav.com

 

 

IMG_0445Belly Dancing For Fun/ Halyma’s Belly Dance:

Finishing up the season with some private shows and lessons, I will have my fall schedule online before I leave for my August vacation.

In the meantime, you are most welcome to come out for FREE SUMMER PRACTICE EVENINGS !

They will take place July 23 and 30 – click on the title above for details.  THEY HAVE BEEN EXTENDED TO THE END OF AUGUST – thanks to Isaden/Erika and Zamira/Gailene for helping out!

Otherwise, while I am gone, I hope that many of you will check out my links page, Halyma’s Belly dance on Facebook, and the online newsletter for teacher listing/performer listings etc. as I won’t be here to dance for you!  Erika, the August Info Officer on the Facebook page can also provide some great dancers for your event while I am gone!

TAV Creations :

I’ve got my work lined up for the rest of July and will be running away for August!  I’ll see you in September for sewing adventures!  Please save your emails until then as well!

And my latest journey in dance:

 Picture 1

 

 

 

 

Thanks to our member Isaden for the card design!

 

We are dancing this coming Saturday, July 18th at the South Asian Festival in Confederation Park!

To promote this event, we were on Rogers Television, and there will be a CBC Radio interview to be aired on Saturday morning – maybe you’ll hear it !

I have also set up a new online news source for Bollywood information in Ottawa and beyond: Ottawa Bollywood News!  I am welcoming contributors – either with regular postings or simply adding your events to the comments areas! Contact me if you have anything you would like to share with those interested in Bollywood/Classical Indian Dance etc!

Check it out as there are some August events and workshops already posted- as well as one this coming Friday evening too!

We are also looking forward to some fun fall events – more on that when I am back!

So that’s a general overview of what’s going on in my world…

Now it’s your turn – what are you doing for your summer holidays?  

Post your adventures to date or upcoming plans in the comments and you could win a TAV Creations/Eco-TAV gift certificate for one of my new Fall Blossom Bags! You’ll have to wait til September, but it’ll be worth it!

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DANCERS’ NEWS- BLOG VERSION

To see the FULL Edition on the website, click here . Also find the Teacher Directory, Shopping Opportunites, and Healing, Guides and Energy workers, Pampering sections online!

 

Good morning,

So, news, news and more news! While those who subscribe to the regular online newsletter received everything today, the BLOG VERSION is full of updates! Enjoy!

Have a great day!

Tracey/Halyma

 

Latest Dancers’ Newsletter

Sunday, July 5

 

DANCERS’ NEWSLETTER – FULL EDITION

 

Check out the Dancers’ Newsletter extra features:

This week’s Dancers’ Newsletter Extra Feature is a visit to the new OTTAWA BOLLYWOOD NEWS site! 

Yes, it is in it’s early development, and I am welcoming contributors! For those of us who dabble in both worlds, it seems like the right thing to do! Contact me if you can help share Bollywood related info!
Click here for a quick look at July’s posts so far!

 

2009 EVENTS

 

JULY 19, 2009
Summer Bellydance Workshop with Zena

When: Sunday, July 19, 2009
Where: Dance with Alana Studio, 858 Bank St. @ 5th Ave
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00 pm with an intermission
Cost: Pre-register by July 10: $35 (Cash/cheque) or At the door, $50 (cash only)
This includes the workshop, bottled water and light snacks, Choreography on DVD and music for the routine.

Please bring finger cymbals, bellydance coin belt, snug fitting exercise clothing, dance slippers, a notebook. (Optional) This workshop will include an extended warm-up, technique review for the dance moves and choreography practice following the break.

Contact: Zena for pre-registration and the address to send in payment
Email: zena555@rogers.com

OCTOBER 9, 2009 
A Thanksgiving weekend with Rachel Brice!

Friday October 9th
Shakti fusion presents: Fall Fusion Cabaret
The Arts Court Theatre, 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, ON
Featuring Rachel Brice, with Leslie, Shakti fusion, Rosanna, Tribu Ghabal, Anna & Safiya, Milana & Jamilah and Mat Jacob.
Doors 7pm, show at 8pm
Tickets are $30 in advance and are available through Leslie: leslie@shaktifusion.ca LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS AVAILABLE! GET YOURS NOW!

 

NOT QUITE BELLY DANCE EVENTS:


NEW DANCE CLASS IN ALMONTE WITH JULIE TIERNEY
Joyful Expressive Dance

No routine.
No instruction.
Just fun expressive dance.

This is not a belly dance class, although if you know belly dance you will enjoy using your belly dance moves when you dance.

This class consists of guided and free dance moves finishing with a relaxation exercise at the end.

No dance experience is necessary. This class is for everyone who wants to enjoy freeing and expressive movement.

You can try out the first class on July 9 for only $5.

Thursday July 9
7:00 to 8:00
Almonte Community Centre, 2nd floor upper hall
180 Bridge Street, Almonte

For more info contact
julieATottawabellydanceDOTcom (replace AT with @ and DOT with .)
or call 254-8469

JULY 13 onwards

DARNER MEDIA SUMMER CLASSES

July 13, 20 and 27
Introduction to Macs:
With the increasing popularity of Macs these days, many computer users are opting to make the “Switch”. Darner media can help make the transition from one system to a Mac as simple as possible, offering hands-on training and migration assistance (getting your data out of Windows and into the Mac) as we “Switched” at the beginning of 2004.

July 14 and 15
Social Internet Crash Course:

The Internet has grown into an invaluable resource for many people in the past few years, but many people are frustrated with all the technologies and just don’t know where to start, much less what all the terms mean – social networking, web 2.0, blogs, RSS, instant messaging – or how to use them. I can show you what they are and what they can do for you or your business.

July 21 and 22
Introduction to Video Editing with Final Cut Express:

Since 2004 I have been using Final Cut to edit video for clients and applying my knowledge of the rest of Final Cut Studio suite of applications such as Compressor, Motion and DVD Studio Pro. Prior to using Final Cut Pro, I have used Final Cut Express, and will be sharing some guidelines for how to make the most of it in this course.

July 28 and 29
Using iPhoto:

Iphoto is the photo organizing and general editing system that comes with your MAC OS. It has many features that can take time to find and realize the potential of, so this class will save you time and help you get your memories organized quickly and efficiently!

Contact Info – to get all the details!
By Email :
info@darnermedia.ca
By Phone :
613-241-7137
ONLINE: Http://www.darnermedia.ca

 

JULY 17, 2009

Bollywood! Bhangra! Dance Class 
Move our body with Mukande Kaur

6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

63 Beechwood Avenue
Shunnya Yoga Centre

Bhangra! Northern India’s cultural folk dance. Elevate your spirits and get an exhilarating workout to motivating Punjabi music. Come learn the basics of Bhangra dance: a fun experience for all ages.

With Mukande Kaur, certified Kundalini Yoga Teacher & Bhangra dancer.

No previous experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothing.

All are welcome.

Please do register early as spaces are limited for this event. EMAIL: info@shunnyacentre.com 
http://www.shunnyacentre.com

 

 

JULY 18,19, 2008
SENSUAL NATURE OF TANTRA

“Weekend Workshop: July 18/19-2009”

What: Workshop

Host: RED SHOES PRODUCTIONS

Start Time: Saturday, July 18 at 10:00am

End Time: Sunday, July 19 at 5:00pm

Where: Routhier Community Center, 2nd floor

 

To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=91335593389&mid=9e7d92G25e93822G29ac0d0G7

SOUND JOURNEY
“One Night Only”
What: Performance
Host: RED SHOES PRODUCTIONS
Start Time: Thursday, July 18 at 7:00pm
End Time: Thursday, July 18 at 8:30pm
Where: Routhier Community Center

To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=87491468130&mid=9e7cdfG25e93822G29ac01cG7

 

 

SUMMER 2009 CLASSES 

more classes are listed on the main site

 

SUMMER IN MONTREAL WITH 
VENUS BELLYDANCE!

Still some spaces available in

>>>> BEGINNER CLASSES at STUDIO BIZZ <<<<
551 Mont-Royal Ave East 
3rd Floor 
Registration: 514-526-2455 
Instructor: Venus

THURSDAYS 
Jun 25 – Aug 13 
7:30 – 9:00pm 
8 wks $110 
Drop-ins $18 
******

>>> STARING THIS MONDAY ! <<<

*** LEVEL 2 – Technique & Choreography
Venus is reknowned in Vancouver for her
diverse student choreographis in all styles.

Bellydance in the Park! 
In the heart of the Plateau

Contact Venus for location details

438-888-9056 venus@venusbellydance.com
Instructor: Venus

MONDAYS 
Jul 6 – Aug 24 
6:30 – 7:45pm 
All 8/$55 
Drop-ins $8

Level 2 Summer
We will work on technique, step variations & combos & fun 
folkloric Choreographies!

Cane dance (assaya) 
Khaleegy 
Melaya Luf

Host of Bellydance Workout TV series!

438-888-9056
www.venusbellydance.com 
venus@venusbellydance.com

 

Bellydancing with Zena

Date: June 30th to Aug 18, 7:05 pm
Bellydance Level 2/3 with veil routine
Location: Dance with Alana Studio, 858 Bank St.
Contact: www.dancewithalana.com
* Spots still available*

Dancer’s News-June 28,2009

To see this as a website, click here . Also find the Teacher Directory, Shopping Opportunites, and Healing, Guides and Energy workers, Pampering sections online!

 

Good morning,

I had a fabulous time checking out Potterie Lablanche’s sale yesterday – what a gorgeous day!  It continues today so if you have time to take a drive to the country – it is worth it! Check the details here!

My growing collection

But back to the moment – there are some summer classes starting this week and next, so be sure to check them out!  And workshops – try a one day workshop this summer to taste test a different teacher, dance style, or just to keep your toes in the dance!

 

Many of you know that I have in the past run summer drop ins,but this summer, the centre that I teach at is under construction and I am awaiting word that they are open for business again.  If that happens soon, I’ll have some last minute announcements here and on my website and blog to let you know if we can at least have a couple of fun play nights!

 

Also remember that many of us are available for private parties and lessons during the summer if you cannot commit to a full class!

Tracey/Halyma

 

Sunday, June 28

DANCERS’ NEWSLETTER – UPDATE EDITION

 

Check out the Dancers’ Newsletter Extra Features:

This week’s Dancers’ Newsletter Extra Feature is another visit to Lainie Cambria’s site for photo’s of the OCCP! She’s put up more photos!
Click here for a look at some gorgeous pics!

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2009 EVENTS

 

June 28 to July 12-Sundays ~TODAY
Tribal Fusion workshops with Leslie

As Leslie has been accepted into the Master of Arts, Dance program at York in Toronto, this will be the last opportunity for a while to get in some study of Tribal fusion bellydance on a regular basis. Please note that the below listings are fundraising activities to support this course of study 🙂 Workshops are $50 each or $180 to participate in all four. In the fall, Leslie will return to Ottawa periodically to teach monthly workshops.

Sunday, June 28th
Tribal Basics
This three workshop focuses on Suhaila method style drills to improve technique and isolations for Tribal fusion bellydance. During this workshop we will begin with a yoga warmup, and work through isolations with various foot patterns and tempos.
2-5pm
1196 Bank, Makin’ Moves studio
$50 for this 3 hour workshop
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

Sunday, July 5th
Slow Motion
This workshop presents techniques and combinations for slow movement in tribal fusion bellydance. Includes yoga warmup, drills, and practice of combinations
2-5pm
1196 Bank, Makin’ Moves studio
$50 for this 3 hour workshop
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

Sunday, July 12th4557

How Not To Get Dizzy: Spinning and Tribal fusion bellydance
By request, this workshop provides grounding yoga practice and tips and tricks to perform fast, calibrated and slow spins and turns.
2-5pm
1196 Bank, Makin’ Moves studio
$50 for this 3 hour workshop
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

Sunday, July 26th
Yoga for Bellydance
This workshop is a 3 hour part practice, part lecture about the benefit of specific yoga poses and how they help support alignment in dance. Leslie is a certified Hatha yoga instructor and also draws from her training with Rachel Brice.
2-5pm
1196 Bank, Makin’ Moves studio
$50 for this 3 hour workshop
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

 

 

JULY 5, 2009 onwards – Montreal
Gypsy/Folklorique/Bollywood Dances of India– For Belly Dancers

Workshop Series 2009 by Amrita Choudhury

 

5 July – Bollywood Dance – Part 1 (1-5) $90

*More dates/workshops listed online*

After a successful run of the 2008 program of Indian Gypsy, Folklore, Bollywood dance workshops, Amrita is back from India again to offer the 2009 program. Because the participants of the 2008 workshops were mostly from the Belly Dance tradition, Amrita has designed these workshops to benefit dancers/teachers coming from the Oriental dance traditions. Come experience the joy and ecstacy of the vibrant gypsy, folklore and bollywood dance traditions of India; the beautiful and graceful hand gestures, facial/eye expressions, torso & hip movements, rhythmic feet movements and much much more! Please bring veils and joy in your heart! No experience is necessary.

Amrita Choudhury has devoted the past 27 years to the dance and music of India. She began her life journey in dance at the age of four as she studied with her mother who was also a well known dancer in India. She studied the classical/sacred dances as well as the traditional and folkloric/gypsy dances of India for many years in India at a the specialized art school “Santiniketan”. Amrita also has a degree in Anthropology and continues to pursue her research of “Anthropology and Dance”. Amrita travels all over the world offering workshops and performances. For more information on Amrita, please see www.ananda-amrita.com

 

 

JULY 19, AND 27, 2009
Sha’ Vega Malibu Presents Sweat and Swim

Don’t miss this opportunity to Sweat and Swim on Sunday, July 19th and again on July 26th.
Two different and exciting classes are being offered plus a delicious and healthy luncheon on the lakeside, belly dance videos on the big screen AND swimming in the lake until your heart’s content.

Where? The class is being held at 300 Saddler Road at Forêt la Blanche Interpretation Centre, (2nd floor) in Mayo, QC.

The luncheon to follow will be at my residence, just 4 km from Forêt la Blanche Interpretation Centre.

What time? Class is from 10:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Lunch and everything else after 12:30 p.m.

How long does it take to get there anyway? Give yourself about 50 minutes to make it here from Orleans and about an hour from downtown.

After lunch optionsBeautiful view, beautiful day!
· more swimming
· a pottery studio tour
· gabbing on the deck sipping cool drinks in tall glasses
· watching belly dance performances on the big screen TV

Class content – TWO different classes are being offered.

Class #1 – July 19. Introduction to Zills (finger cymbals). You will learn 4 basic Zill patterns and some belly dance combinations to go with those patterns. This class is suitable for anyone who would like to learn to play Zills or needs drilling and practice on what you already have learned. If you have Zills, please bring them. I have several set of Zills that I can loan for the day if you do not have your own set. Prerequisite for this class is at least one session of belly dance classes.

Class #2 – July 26. Drum solo I. Did you like my drum solo at Halyma’s Central Class Party on June 10? Do you want to learn it? I’m offering this class to students who are dancing at Level 3 and beyond. You will learn my Drum Solo I – a drum solo complete with veil entrance and finale! This class will be very challenging. Please bring you veil. Prerequisite for this class is one year or more of belly dance classes.
The cost for this day of fabulosity? Only $40! Or take BOTH classes for just $75!!

Sign up early!! There are just 10 spots opened for each of these special summertime classes.

Guarantee your spot by filling out the registration form then send your form and cheque in as soon as possible.
Registration form is available by writing Sha’ Vega at sha_vega@hotmail.com
Alternately, it is available in the files section on doCod http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/doCod/

 

AUGUST 20, 2009
Hadia workshop in Montreal

Details:
Date: August 20th, 2009
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Place: Montreal
Cost: $80.00 (before August 12th)
Topic: music interpretation and choreographic sequences to Baeed Anak

MORE DETAILS: EMAIL: hadia@hadia.com

 

 

NOT QUITE BELLY DANCE EVENTS:

 

ONGOING= DRUMMING CIRCLE IN MADOC

Hey Everybody,

 

Every 2nd and 4th Sunday we have been drumming at the Cabin at 6pm

This coming Sunday ,we have been asked to hold our drum gathering at the O’haras Mill Park in Madoc for a celebration they are holding.The volunteers at the park would like to give drumming a try.

So, this Sunday, instead of drumming at 6pm at the Cabin we will be drumming at the O’haras Mill Park at 12:30 pm

The park is located just west on hwy 7 off hwy 62
http://www.ohara-mill.org

If you would like to meet at the cabin around 12pm, we can all ride out together.

We hope to see everybody, its a very beautiful park.

Luv Deborah & Terry Richardson

Note: This years September Drum gathering and cornroast will be held at the same park.
Here is our new website for the event http://www.drumnationfestival.com

 

 

JUNE 28, 2009
3rd Annual Summer Sale
Poterie du Lac la Blanche

 

Sunday, June 28

10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

 

Our annual summer sale is a great opportunity to start collecting or add to your collection of hand made pottery and ceramic art by Lisa-Marie Serafin. It happens in the most idyllic setting – a small poterie in the countryside on the edge of Lac la Blanche.

Poterie du Lac la Blanche is located at 110 chemin Giroux in Mayo, QC
The potter, Lisa-Marie Serafin specializes in stoneware pottery for everyday living.
She says, “I find that the most useful things in a household can also be beautiful works of art. My hand made pottery, such as a covered jar, a serving bowl, or a coffee mug, are meant for your pleasure and to be admired as well as be functional.” 
Lisa-Marie is greatly influenced by her surroundings. She often uses nature’s objects, such as leaves, grasses and seed pods to achieve a variety of surface textures. She is also inspired by ancient symbols and rituals, music, colour and even the materials and tools with which she works.

Please visit http://lablanchepoterie.com
We look forward to seeing you at our Summer Sale and would like to remind you that the Poterie is open year round by appointment by calling (819) 281 – 3307.
Cash and cheques gladly accepted.
Thanks for your support!

 

 

JUNE 28, 2009
Yoga Meets Dance

Trained by Beth Rigby, I’ll be offering a class of Yoga meets Dance on the 28th of June at the yoga center “Relais Yoga”. This beautiful studio is located in the Gatineau Park (397, Cité-des-Jeunes Blvd).
We will dance with the elements of nature : stillness of the earth, sensuality of water, wildness of fire, freedom of air and sacredness of spirit.
Lots of beauty and fun!
All my gratitude for posting this event on your fabulous web site!
Namaste,
Marie Grégoire
Relais Yoga
819 777 4937

 

 

JULY 6, 2009 FILM SHOWING

In Honor of His Holiness The Dalai Lama’s Birthday

 

Winner of Best Adventure Film, Whistler Film Festival 2004

CALL IT KARMA

With special guests, producer writer, Michael Parker and Producer, Shan Tam

Sales Bazaar and Refreshments

Monday, JULY 6, 6:00 pm
Library and Archives Canada, 395 Wellington Street, Ottawa
Tickets: $10

Organized by Ottawa Friends of Tibet www.oft.ca
To reserve tickets or for more info, please e-mail event@oft.ca 
Or contact Barb at 613 290-6944

Proceeds to support the Kalimpong Seniors Home Project

 

 

JULY 7 ONWARDS
LIVEN UP YOUR BOLLYWOOD MOVES WITH ANJALI

Bollywood borrows from Indian Classical Dance

 

Indian Temple Dance Summer Intensive
6 sessions
July 7 Tuesday- (July 7, 14, 21,28, August 4, 11
( As this is summer you can do a make-up session as long as I know one week before hand)
Time 8-9 pm
Cost $150 for 6 one hour sessions

Syllabus
1)Learn hand signs, neck and eye movements
2)how to tie a sari,
3)make-up and
4) DANCE steps to use in your belly dance work,
a) rhythmic beating of the feet,
b) how to speak the drum syllables that accompany the dance
c) How to beat the rhythms
COMPLETE a short temple dance

Option of participating in a small informal; recital in September.. If you want
**Please
1)bring an eyebrow pencil, and if you have one, a sari ( I have extra)
2)**bring a short example of a piece of your music that is rhythmic and I will give you some
“Fusion step options”

Indian Temple Dance 
174 Dufferin Rd
Unit 11
Dufferin runs into Crichton Crichton is an extension of the Vanier Parkway
Cost:
payable by cash only sorry I do not have Visa or interac
Please pass this on to your friends
Please confirm by email gaston@cyberus.ca
Hope you can come
Best wishes
Anjali
613 745-1368
www.culturalhorizons.ca

 

 

SUMMER 2009 CLASSES

 

VENUS in Montreal

Intermediate ~ Intermediare
JUN 25 – AUG 13 8 wks $110
Thursday/Jeudi
19 h 30 à 21h ~ 7:30-9:00pm

** Learn technique, finger cymbals, **
**** veils, choreographies, modern Egyptian ****
*** and folkloric styles! **

Studio Bizz
551 ave du Mt-Royal E.
3e étage ~ 3rd floor
Reg/Inscrip: 514-526-2455

Host of Bellydance Workout TV series!

438-888-9056
www.venusbellydance.com 
venus@venusbellydance.com

 

 

Bellydance with Anna & Safiya

Summer Bellydance with Anna & Safiya -ongoing – drop-in’s welcome!
Cardio-Bellydance (Wednesdays 8:00 – 9:30 pm)
Cardio-Bellydance all summer long! Designed for many levels of dance, we will teach short combinations of bellydance and aerobics that will be sure to make you sweat…

Intermediate-Advanced Improv (Wednesdays 6:30 – 8:00 pm)
Learn and improve upon your improvisational skills, using props such as veil and zills. Participate in a group-run choreography.

2 Daly Avenue downtown Ottawa (Daly at Nicholas)
Drop-ins $13/class
Beginning of the month special $45/month
Contact Safiya at safiyadancer@gmail.com

 

 

Dancing with Jalilah this Summer!

Jalilah’s Intermediate Level Classes in Ottawa:

Monday Evenings 7:30- 8:45 July 6 to August 10 
Tuesday Mornings 11:00-12:15 July 7 to August 11 
At: The Studio School of Dance 74 Jamie Avenue, Nepean/Ottawa(near Costco)
The price for 6 week session is $70 if registered before June 26 or $75 thereafter 
To Register for these classes contact Jalilah: jalilah@rogers.com (613)2288215

Jalilah’s Classes in Hull: Summer Session Starting July 2
Beginner Baladi/Belly Dance Thursdays 5:30-6:30 $80 for 7 Weeks

Intermediate Baladi/Belly Dance Thursdays 6:30-7:30 $80 for 7 Weeks

Advanced Baladi/Belly Dance Thursdays 7:30-9:00 $90 for 7 weeks

At Denise Enan’s Studio Oasis : 200 St. Joseph, Hull

To register contact Oasis (819) 7765033 or (819)-962-2645.

jalilah@rogers.com (613)2288215
www.piranha.de/jalilah
www.gildedserpent.com/aboutuspages/jalilahzamora.htm

 

 

Summer Bellydance with Nikita

Beginners and Beyond starting July 6th

Monday Nights @ Plant Rec Centre

6:30-7:30

To register go to Ottawa.ca or in person. Please quote this barcode 420200

 

 

 

Tribal Fusion classes with Leslie:

Tribal Basics
Tuesdays 8-9pm
1196 Bank St at Makin’ Moves studio
Drop-in every Tuesday in July: $15
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca
*this class emphasizes practice of tribal basics and some combinations.

Mini-Workshop Series

Fridays 7-9pm
1196 Bank St at Makin’ Moves studio

$30 for individual workshops.
All workshops limited to 10 participants
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

Friday July 3
Drills for Locks and Isolations
In this workshop you will learn techniques to drill locks and isolations combinations.

Friday July 11
Tribal Fundamentals for Improvisation
This workshop drill ATS and Tribal fusion essentials for dancing improv in a group.

Friday July 26
Shakti fusion Signature Combinations
In this workshop you will learn some of Leslie’s original combinations in tribal fusion bellydance, which she often integrates into Shakti fusion troupe and student choreographies as well as her own solos.

Dancers’ News- Blog version

To go directly to the Dancers’ News website, click here . Also find the Teacher Directory, Shopping Opportunites, and Healing, Guides and Energy workers, Pampering sections online!

 

Good morning,

My thanks to everyone who attended the show on Wednesday the 10th! A brief moment of gratitude is on Halyma.com!  For those performers who ordered a DVD, those prepaid orders are in the mail!  If you have not yet paid for your dvd be sure to email dvd@darnermedia.com for payment/pick up options!

 

Today’s got some great new bits and reminders some shortened if the main info is online!- there’s lots of info online for other previously posted events, of course!

 

Teachers, please send in your info if you will be teaching during the summer months! 

 

Also remember that many of us are available for private parties and lessons during the summer if you cannot commit to a full class!

 

Tracey/Halyma

Sunday, June 21

 

DANCERS’ NEWSLETTER -Update EDITION

 

Check out the Dancers’ Newsletter Extra Features:

This week’s Dancers’ Newsletter Extra Feature is a visit to Lainie Cambria’s site for photo’s of the OCCP!
Click here for a look at some gorgeous pics!

 

2009 EVENTS

 

JUNE 27, 2009 – Verdun, Quebec ~REMINDER
Arabic Flamenco Workshop

Saturday, June 27 from 1-4PM
IKRA Wellness Center
5101 Wellington, Verdun,Qc.

Come have fun and learn how to fuse Belly Dance with Flamenco!

We will also work on palmas (rythmic clapping) with simple 
zapateado (footwork) as well as floreos (graceful hand moves), braceos (arm 
techniques) and the many ways the falda (skirt) can be used as a prop.

For more information write Ana at zambra-mora@hotmail.com
or visit
www.geocities.com/anaisha2002
……………………………………………………

Atelier de Flamenco Arabe
Le samedi 27 juin de 13h à 16h
IKRA Centre de Santé Optimale
5101, rue Wellington, Verdun, Qc.

Les mouvements palmas (applaudissements synchronisés et rythmiques), floreos 
et braceos (techniques gracieuses de mouvement des bras et des mains) seront 
abordés ainsi que l’utilisation de la jupe en tant qu’accessoire de danse.

Pour de plus amples informations, vous pouvez visiter: 
www.geocities.com/anaisha2002
ou m’envoyez un courriel à :
zambra-mora@hotmail.com

 

 

June 28 to July 12-Sundays
Tribal Fusion workshops with Leslie

As Leslie has been accepted into the Master of Arts, Dance program at York in Toronto, this will be the last opportunity for a while to get in some study of Tribal fusion bellydance on a regular basis. Please note that the below listings are fundraising activities to support this course of study 🙂 Workshops are $50 each or $180 to participate in all four. In the fall, Leslie will return to Ottawa periodically to teach monthly workshops.

Sunday, June 28th
Tribal Basics
This three workshop focuses on Suhaila method style drills to improve technique and isolations for Tribal fusion bellydance. During this workshop we will begin with a yoga warmup, and work through isolations with various foot patterns and tempos.
2-5pm
1196 Bank, Makin’ Moves studio
$50 for this 3 hour workshop
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

Sunday, July 5th
Slow Motion
This workshop presents techniques and combinations for slow movement in tribal fusion bellydance. Includes yoga warmup, drills, and practice of combinations
2-5pm
1196 Bank, Makin’ Moves studio
$50 for this 3 hour workshop
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

Sunday, July 12th
How Not To Get Dizzy: Spinning and Tribal fusion bellydance

By request, this workshop provides grounding yoga practice and tips and tricks to perform fast, calibrated and slow spins and turns.
2-5pm
1196 Bank, Makin’ Moves studio
$50 for this 3 hour workshop
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

Sunday, July 26th
Yoga for Bellydance

This workshop is a 3 hour part practice, part lecture about the benefit of specific yoga poses and how they help support alignment in dance. Leslie is a certified Hatha yoga instructor and also draws from her training with Rachel Brice.
2-5pm
1196 Bank, Makin’ Moves studio
$50 for this 3 hour workshop
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

 

 

JULY 12, 2009~REMINDER
Dancing With The Elements

9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
357 Wilmont – Subud, Ottawa, Ontario.

A spiritual workshop for women co-facilitated by Halyma and Michelle Hrynyk, designed to help you fully awaken your Goddess of Dance by implementing the power of the five elements.

Cost: $90.00 -includes a vial of your personalized aromatherapy oil

Limited to 12 participants, please register early to avoid disappointment! 3 SPACES REMAIN

Open to all levels of dancer.

MORE DETAILS: http://www.tav-creations.com/events/event-details.cfm?id=110

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me: Tracey at 613-241-3397 or email tracey@tav-creations.com.

 

JULY 19, 2009
Summer Bellydance Workshop with Zena

When: Sunday, July 19, 2009
Where: Dance with Alana Studio, 858 Bank St. @ 5th Ave
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00 pm with an intermission
Cost: Pre-register by July 10: $35 (Cash/cheque) or At the door, $50 (cash only)
This includes the workshop, bottled water and light snacks, Choreography on DVD and music for the routine.

Please bring finger cymbals, bellydance coin belt, snug fitting exercise clothing, dance slippers, a notebook. (Optional) This workshop will include an extended warm-up, technique review for the dance moves and choreography practice following the break.

Contact: Zena for pre-registration and the address to send in payment
Email: zena555@rogers.com

 

 

NOT QUITE BELLY DANCE EVENTS:

 

JUNE 21st, 2009 ~TODAY~!
3rd Annual Can’t Stop the Serenity

Sunday June 21, 2009, 3:30 pm

Mayfair Theatre

1074 Bank Street, Ottawa, On, Canada

$10 tickets available at the door

Details are online: http://www.myspace.com/ottawabrowncoats
Buy your Tickets here:
http://spiceroyer.blogspot.com/

This year’s global artwork was designed by one of our local Browncoats, Don McMillan!
Get your art work signed by the artist at the Mayfair on June 21, 2009!!

To see the winning design head over to 
http://www.cantstoptheserenity.com/csts-global/artwinner/

Can’t Stop The Serenity is a Global movement of fans of Firefly, lovingly referred to as Browncoats, in support of Equality Now.

Please pass this information/website to everyone you know, because they might have a friend/relative who might want to attend. Your support either financially or through spreading the word is greatly appreciated. If you tell two people who tell two people who tell two people ….

 

 

JUNE 26-28, 2009
3rd Annual Summer Sale
Poterie du Lac la Blanche

 

Friday, June 26 until Sunday, June 28

10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

 

Our annual summer sale is a great opportunity to start collecting or add to your collection of hand made pottery and ceramic art by Lisa-Marie Serafin. It happens in the most idyllic setting – a small poterie in the countryside on the edge of Lac la Blanche.

Poterie du Lac la Blanche is located at 110 chemin Giroux in Mayo, QC
The potter, Lisa-Marie Serafin specializes in stoneware pottery for everyday living.
She says, “I find that the most useful things in a household can also be beautiful works of art. My hand made pottery, such as a covered jar, a serving bowl, or a coffee mug, are meant for your pleasure and to be admired as well as be functional.” 
Lisa-Marie is greatly influenced by her surroundings. She often uses nature’s objects, such as leaves, grasses and seed pods to achieve a variety of surface textures. She is also inspired by ancient symbols and rituals, music, colour and even the materials and tools with which she works.

Please visit http://lablanchepoterie.com
We look forward to seeing you at our Summer Sale and would like to remind you that the Poterie is open year round by appointment by calling (819) 281 – 3307.
Cash and cheques gladly accepted.
Thanks for your support!

 

 

JUNE 27, 2009
SISTER BAZAAR SALE

We have some lovely new stock, perfect for summer wear, plus re-orders of a few past faves.

We will have 2 sale dates in the near future. Both are at the NEW (and separate) locations including Gatineau QC.

 

Saturday June 27th at 70 Third Ave, in the Glebe (just East of Bank St) from 11AM to 4PM
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Ottawa&state=ON&address=70+3rd+Avenue&zipcode=K1S&country=CA&latitude=45.403952&longitude=-75.686151&geocode=ADDRESS

and

Saturday July 11th at 38 rue Hormidas Dupuis from 11AM to 4PM
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Gatineau&state=QC&address=38+Rue+Hormidas+Dupuis

Please see our website for details on the locations, as well as some new photos. And of course, there are always those one of a kind special surprises….

http://www.sisterbazaar.com

Please TELL YOUR FRIENDS, co-workers, anyone you think may be interested. It’s important to note that these are “eco-friendly” hand crafted products, using natural fibres (and dyes when possible) no child labour etc. We strive to bring the best Indian quality to those of discerning taste.

We look forward to seeing you all in the next few weeks.
Madeleine and Andree

 

 

JUNE 28, 2009
Yoga Meets Dance

Trained by Beth Rigby, I’ll be offering a class of Yoga meets Dance on the 28th of June at the yoga center “Relais Yoga”. This beautiful studio is located in the Gatineau Park (397, Cité-des-Jeunes Blvd).
We will dance with the elements of nature : stillness of the earth, sensuality of water, wildness of fire, freedom of air and sacredness of spirit.
Lots of beauty and fun!
All my gratitude for posting this event on your fabulous web site!
Namaste,
Marie Grégoire
Relais Yoga
819 777 4937

 

 

JULY 6, 2009 

CALL IT KARMA

In Honor of His Holiness The Dalai Lama’s Birthday

Winner of Best Adventure Film, Whistler Film Festival 2004

CALL IT KARMA

With special guests, producer writer, Michael Parker and Producer, Shan Tam

Sales Bazaar and Refreshments

Monday, JULY 6, 6:00 pm
Library and Archives Canada, 395 Wellington Street, Ottawa
Tickets: $10

Organized by Ottawa Friends of Tibet www.oft.ca
To reserve tickets or for more info, please e-mail event@oft.ca 
Or contact Barb at 613 290-6944

Proceeds to support the Kalimpong Seniors Home Project

 

 

Ongoing until September, 2009
Bag Reflex

Most of you know (Creative Clothing by) Roxane as a prolific source of unique costume designs for your dance performances. Now come see her other works in the “Bag Reflex” Exhibit at Gallery 6 in Kemptville. The Gallery is opened 8:30-4pm Monday to Friday and 8:30-3 Saturdays year round except statutory holidays..

http://gallery6.org/default.aspx.

 

You can see the “Bag Reflex” collection on Roxane’s website: www.creativeclothingbyroxane.com.
Gallery 6
126 Prescott St., 
Kemptville, Ontario
K0J 1T0
613 258-0668

 

 

SUMMER 2009 CLASSES

 

VENUS in Montreal

Intermediate ~ Intermediare
JUN 25 – AUG 13 8 wks $110
Thursday/Jeudi
19 h 30 à 21h ~ 7:30-9:00pm

** Learn technique, finger cymbals, **
**** veils, choreographies, modern Egyptian ****
*** and folkloric styles! **

Studio Bizz
551 ave du Mt-Royal E.
3e étage ~ 3rd floor
Reg/Inscrip: 514-526-2455

Host of Bellydance Workout TV series!

438-888-9056
www.venusbellydance.com 
venus@venusbellydance.com

 

 

Bellydance with Anna & Safiya

Summer Bellydance with Anna & Safiya – Starts Wednesday June 17th, 2009
Cardio-Bellydance (Wednesdays 8:00 – 9:30 pm)
Cardio-Bellydance all summer long! Designed for many levels of dance, we will teach short combinations of bellydance and aerobics that will be sure to make you sweat…

Intermediate-Advanced Improv (Wednesdays 6:30 – 8:00 pm)
Learn and improve upon your improvisational skills, using props such as veil and zills. Participate in a group-run choreography.

2 Daly Avenue downtown Ottawa (Daly at Nicholas)
Drop-ins $13/class
Beginning of the month special $45/month
Contact Safiya at safiyadancer@gmail.com

 

 

Dancing with Jalilah this Summer!

Jalilah’s Intermediate Level Classes in Ottawa:

Monday Evenings 7:30- 8:45 July 6 to August 10 
Tuesday Mornings 10:00-12:15 July 7 to August 11 
At: The Studio School of Dance 74 Jamie Avenue, Nepean/Ottawa(near Costco)
The price for 6 week session is $70 if registered before June 26 or $75 thereafter 
To Register for these classes contact Jalilah: jalilah@rogers.com (613)2288215

Jalilah’s Classes in Hull: Summer Session Starting July 2
Beginner Baladi/Belly Dance Thursdays 5:30-6:30 $80 for 7 Weeks

Intermediate Baladi/Belly Dance Thursdays 6:30-7:30 $80 for 7 Weeks

Advanced Baladi/Belly Dance Thursdays 7:30-9:00 $90 for 7 weeks

At Studio Oasis is: 200 St. Joseph, Hull

To register contact Oasis (819) 7765033 The new session starts in July 2nd

jalilah@rogers.com (613)2288215
www.piranha.de/jalilah
www.gildedserpent.com/aboutuspages/jalilahzamora.htm

 

 

Tribal Fusion classes with Leslie:

Tribal Basics
Tuesdays 8-9pm
1196 Bank St at Makin’ Moves studio
Drop-in every Tuesday in July: $15
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca
*this class emphasizes practice of tribal basics and some combinations.

Mini-Workshop Series

Fridays 7-9pm
1196 Bank St at Makin’ Moves studio
$100 for all four classes
$30 for individual workshops.
All workshops limited to 10 participants
to register: leslie AT shaktifusion DOT ca

Friday June 26
Creating Your Own Choreography
This workshop is part lecture and part demonstration. Leslie will break down concepts, ideas and her creative process in how to develop your own tribal fusion choreography, either as a soloist or for a group. Please bring a notebook and pen and a piece of music you would like to work with.

Friday July 3
Drills for Locks and Isolations
In this workshop you will learn techniques to drill locks and isolations combinations.

Friday July 11
Tribal Fundamentals for Improvisation
This workshop drill ATS and Tribal fusion essentials for dancing improv in a group.

Friday July 26
Shakti fusion Signature Combinations
In this workshop you will learn some of Leslie’s original combinations in tribal fusion bellydance, which she often integrates into Shakti fusion troupe and student choreographies as well as her own solos.

The Ottawa Centre Class Party – what a way to end the season!

Hey Kids,
I have finally recovered enough to start looking at pics and video from our fabulous show on Wednesday June 10th. You ladies rock! Or Rak as the the pun goes!

So what does this mean for the blog post? It means that I will direct you all to the little final video clip that my good friend Linda took of many of us at the end of the show! Click on the still image to take you there!

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Colour and motion - can you hear the music?

It also means I will say a huge sloppy thank you to so many people – I hope I have not forgotten anyone, but someone can leave me a word in the comments in case I did!
The teachers who helped provide student performances to fill out the evening. Click on their name and if they have a website – you get to see it :-):

Bahyia/Brenda
Anna and Safiya
Jalilah
Zamira
Loulouh
Leslie
Sha Vega
Julie
Randi
Oksana

The student group dancers:

Thank you for all of the class time and extra time you put into preparing for the show – you’ve done your teachers proud!

I am not going to list you all by name – you are all given credit in the performer DVD! But thank you to each and everyone one of you for coming out and sharing your love of dance with us!

The Rogue Dancers:
These dancers took time on their own to develop and practice the pieces they danced completely on their own! Congratulations to you all for your efforts for the evening!
Niki and Shade
Pink Pandemonium: Linda,Diane,Ameenah,Sadira,Esmerelda
Anadil: Siddiqah,Farasha,Wendy,Rebecca,Lisa
Ameenah and Sadira
Hipnotic Hips: Bahiya, Zaida, Zeevah

The Teacher Soloists who graced us with their elegance.  Thank you ladies!

Jewel
Zena

The amazing volunteers:

Ticket and DVD order ladies: Julie T and Linda B

General Help: Brenda,Megan,Katheryne, Diane, Zamira, Jewel, Nat and Andrea, Erika

Decor: Michele Roy [ OMG thank you!]

Backstage/Stage Manager: Catharine Crerar

Official Photographer: Lainie Cambria

And the underpaid staff:
Tom of Darner Media
The Bronson Centre Staff and volunteers
Wall Sound

And the supportive members of the audience deserve some recognition too!

Thank you for your feedback, your participation, your support and your presence – it brings the end of the season to a fantastic close for me!

Remember to sign up for the weekly Dancers’ Newsletter to get news about workshops, classes and more belly dance related fun that is happening here in Ottawa-Gatineau and beyond!

A drama pose!
A drama pose!

Backstage at the Bay, St. Laurent and More!

Click on the photo to go to my Flickr Page!

 

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Hey folks,
it has been a while! I’ve been fabulously busy with my sewing work! But I wanted to get these shots up so that the wonderful ladies who came out with me for this show can see how great they looked!Click on the photo to see the whole set!

Pics are also up from the National Women show ! Check them all out!
IMG_0500.JPG by you.

My thanks to the lovely ladies who came out with me for these two events!  

The Bay: Farasha, Shade, Isaden, and Ameenah! And Miriam, who took the pics! And Tom of course who shot video – but we are still working on getting that footage up!!

The National Women Show: Jewel, Zamira, Shade, Isaden, and Bollywood For Fun And Miriam, who took the pics! And Tom of course who shot video – but we are still working on getting that footage up!!

3 days of women ahead…and I think I caught a cold.

Last night when I got to class, my throat was sore.

Hmmm, has my body finally succumbed to one of the various colds that have been floating around all winter. I managed to avoid them all so far, but this morning, there is some serious discomfort that the lemon and agave in hot water is going to have to get to work on.

So, here I am typing up a quick note, which does suggest that misery loves company, or perhaps just commiseration. I share my woes with you all, mere hours before I have committed myself to the brutal onslaught of 10 000 women coming by to see what’s up at TAV Creations/Halyma’s Belly Dancing For Fun and, of course, the new Eco-TAV booth: # 703 at this weekend’s National Women Show.

If you are planning to come out this weekend – it’s all weekend- remember to not shake hands, and  that fabric does not let germs live – that’s why we should “do it on our sleeves

And if you cannot make it to see our dance performance on the MAIN STAGE on Saturday at 4:30 to 5 p.m., you may catch some of us at the Bay, St.Laurent as we go help celebrate the Bay’s Birthday party at the Cosmetics and Jewelry Gala – demos between 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. ish

Something along these lines – but with some of the new gals too!

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I wish you all a fabulous day, I must now go tackle my impending snufflage with some mega Vit C doses!  I’ll decide later if I need to go western med on thsi puppy, but for now, I’ll do my usual liquids and trying to take it easy… Oh Wait…<sigh>

It’s gonna be a great weekend – glad I have Booth Babes to help me out!