Our Workshop-classes 2011
O = open to all levels, B = beginners with some dancing experience, IN = intermedia, A = advanced
Workshops on Friday May 27th 2011, 5.00-7.00pm
Level: Beginners in Tribal Fusion(Intermediate Bellydancers!)
Patricia (Germany)
Tribal Fusion Bascis & Combinations
In this class you will study the differences between Tribal style and Tribal Fusion and you will add precise isolation work to it. Come and get yourself simple, yet effective, and groovy Tribal combos for choreography and improvisation.
> www.tribal-fusion.de
IN-A
Anasma (France/USA)
„Michael Jackson`s Shimmies and Undulations“
Let's keep a part of Michael Jackson alive, with a bellydance flair. Learn some floats and glides borrowed from the Hip Hop vocabulary (moonwalk, airwalk, side floats...) and how to layer them to bellyrolls, figure eights and shimmies... You will look like you walk and bellydance on clouds...
Workshops on Saturday, May 28th 2011, 10.00-12.00am
Level: IM/A
Susan Frankovich (USA/Croatia)
'Slap Dash Era' by Beats Antique - A Tribal Fusion Choreo
After a short Yoga warm up, you will experience exciting seamless and flowing movements to prepare yourself for the heavenly choreography of a Beats Antique song! Big fun and tough work promised!
> www.susanfrankovich.com
Level: B/IM
Martha (USA/DE)
FatChanceBellyDance/The Original – Core of ATS
This Workshop we will gain a clear understanding of ATS through a series of our core movements, from slow to fast, we will explore the basic principles and technique of ATS from posture to Zils! We will drill and review what we learn and come together to dance in groups to experience the real beauty and power of ATS....!
> www.martha-ats-dancer.de
Level: IM/A
Illan Rievieré (France)
„Tetris & Body Mechanics“
Crazy ways of body isolation with exercises on various directions and angles to prepare yourself for a dynamic and groovy choreography on electronic music. By Illan, the fresh wind in the Tribal Fusion scene!> Illan Rievieré auf youtube
Level: B-IM
Gabriella (Neas Tribal)
New Moves from Downunder á la Devi Mamak
Currently into the FCBD vocabulary integrated moves and combos will show you the new horizon from the land downunder created by Devi Mamak and Ghawaze Caravan. Be part of the latest development in the extended ATS!
> www.tanz-oase.de
Workshops on Saturday, May 28th 2011, 12.30am-2.30pm
Level: IM-A
Susan Frankovich (USA/Kroatien)
New Moves and Combos - For ATS/IST & Tribal Fusion
This class deals with funny and unique moves and combos, contrasting fast and slow, which can be used in the ATS/ITS format and for Tribal Fusion improvisation or choreography. After warming up we will dive right into the combos, and work on linking each one together with the last in an improvised series to help transitioning in and out of each move and/or combo. All that repetition helps solidify muscle memory in hopes that you have something solid to walk away with.
> www.susanfrankovich.com
> Video 1 auf Youtube
> Video2 auf Youtube
Level: IM-A
Signature Stylisations/ Unique Uzumé Fusion Combos
The Uzumé (Niederlande)
The Uzumé are well known for their innovative choreographies and powerful stage presence. Their creative movement vocabulary is refreshing to many and with their unusual travelling sequences they never cease to inspire and surprise the audience. Come and get a real taste of that Uzumé flavour! With a background in numerous and varied dance genres Tjarda has her own unique take on Tribal Fusion Bellydance. In this workshop you will learn a Uzumé-fusion combination that will get you to the core of her unique signature style.
> www.tjarda.nu
Level: IM-A
Hot and Spicy Combos for Tribal Style/ATS
Apsara Habiba
Bold new moves and combos for your sophisticated Tribal/tribe repertoire - Apsara Habiba has compiled for you a lot of specialties from her treasure box of bumps, turns and rotations. Fun guaranteed!
> www.apsarahabiba.de
Level: IM-A
Gothic Burlesque goes Tribal for Groups
Arzo
Burlesques, the disreputable entertainment shows of the 20s and her pin-up revival in the '50s have found their turbulent ways into the dark scene and into the tribal culture. Tribal Burlesque plays with sexy leg games connected with teasing, flirtatious moves. skillfully provided with cues and connected with sexy variations on the original Tribal movements to a peppy group performance.
Level: IM-A
The Dark & Strong Side of Tribal Fusion
Eliran Amar Edery (Bulgaria/Israel)
This workshop contains all the knowledge and tips to create a dramatic, hypnotic and strong, electronic or heavy metal performance - focusing on arms and postures, slow work, pops and locks. Get your portion of dark input!> Eliran's Video on Youtube
Level: IM-A
Hip Hop Bellydance Liquid Fusion:
“Wave Explosion: Everflowing Moves”
Anasma (France/USA)
This workshop opens a new realm of possibilities. Become Water, become Air. Everything flows, everything breathes. After the calming breeze and the soothing sound of the river, you will experience storms, hurricans and Tsunamis. Discover an ever flowing creative inner and outer movement. Dancers will apply advanced Hip Hop waving techniques to bellydance
www.anasmadance.com
> Anasma auf Youtube
> Anasma auf Youtube 2
Level: IM-A
Fusion Infusion – Bellydance Breakbeats Stylisations
Manca Pavli (Slowenia)
This workshop is for you, who are longing to get an infusion of the modern vision of belly dance. Modern beats mixed with funky moves and combos will get your inspiration juices flowing. We will be discovering the influences from different dance styles and other fusion stylizations – hip hop, flamenco, jazz, electric boogie etc... After a short body warm up we will continue with breaking down isolations and movements. You’ll learn a couple of funny, exciting and funky combinations to add to your repertoire.> www.bellydance-fusion.com
Level: B
Tricky Moves, Basics and Fun für Tribal Fusion Beginners
Shaddai
Tips and tricks of the big stars for advanced belly dancers and Tribal beginners. Everything you always wanted to know (and never dared to ask!), is broken down and explained precisely by Tribal professional Shaddai! Addiction side effects are guaranteed and welcome!> www.shaddai.de
Workshops on Sunday, May 29th 2011 . 10-12 a.m.
Level: IM-A
Under the Bigtop...
A Circus Tribal Fusion Choreo full of Fun and Flaire
Martina Crowe (CA)
Choregraphy workshop featuring a Bigtop Circus Tribal Fusion choreography that is full offun and flaire and nostalgia. Choreography notes included music by Circus Contraption.
> www.bellyfringe.com
Level: IM-A
Contemporary Fusion
Fun & Challenging Modern Fusion Combo
The Uzumé (Netherlands)
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to study modern belly dance with Tjarda, who is known for her innovative choreographies. With a background of varied dance genres and modern dance, she will give her unique insight to share the essentials of this great technique, dynamic presence and joy in her workshop. Tjarda will not only be teaching a fun and challenging modern fusion combo but also loads of technique and dance movement from this dance vocabulary to incorporate in your dance.> www.tjarda.nu
Level: IM-A
Epoca - A Brandnew Tango Inspired Fusion Choreo
Susan Frankovich (HR)
Epoca is created with fast spins, dramatic stops, slow continuous movements, shimmy variations and sweeping foot work. We will begin with an short warm up and move into drills which will assist you in the technique you will need for the choreography. You will be encouraged to go beyond just learning the moves of the choreo, but to try and express yourself and the music through your body and attitude. It`s hot!> www.susanfrankovich.com
> Video on Youtube
> Video2 on Youtube
Level: IM-A
Crazy Tribal Fusion Fun-Choreo
nach dem Song „Engwich Bwudd“ von ManMa
Maja
> www.tribal-dance-academy.de
Level: O - IA
Exciting Feminine Tribal Hula Hoop
Alea (DE)
In this workshop you will discover the amazing scope of the Hula Hoop to play and dance with. Building on the basic movements of the Hula Hoop swinging you will integrate easy and then increasingly more complex tribal movements. Discovers the exciting female side of the Hoop!
> www.tribal-magic.de
> Alea auf Youtube
Workshops on Sunday, May 29th 2011 . 10-12 a.m.
Level: B/A
"Wushu Bellydance Fusion" Warrior Woman
Anasma (FR/US)
Have you always dreamt of been part of the "Tiger and Dragon" cast? This oriental fusion uses the esthetics of Wushu: playing with speeds, impressive pauses, animal imagery, defensive and offensive moves. We will also work on the icon of the Warrior woman. No weapons needed! Good knees and flexibility a plus.
Much more martial arts oriented now, and physically demanding!
Level: IM-A
Beyond Choreography
Innovative Combos & Choreo
Manca Pavli (SI)
This workshop is not just a simple choreography based-class! You will also get a sneak peek into the creative process and learn how to work through music interpretation, how to structure a combo and how to come up with new, fresh and exciting moves. You’ll also learn some tricks which will help you when your inspiration in running low. Innovative combinations and moves will aim into a Tribal Fusion choreography.
Level: A/Master
FatChanceBellyDance
The Original ATS - Tricks to Turns and Spins
Martha (US/DE)
This workshop will work on fine tuning turns and spins, adding strength and structure to your turns. We will look at the small details to enhance each turn, to keep our center, to stay balanced and how to avoid getting dizzy...! We will work on passing our partners, fading and circling with slow and fast calibrated turns and partner spins…This will be a fun, fast paced workshop with something for everyone! Please bring Zils!
The Price for a 2hour class will be 35€.
Advance booking for international visitors is strongly recommended!
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