In this beginner workshop you will learn the basic movements, technique and body control of oriental dance – and enjoy the freedom and joy of dance!
Oriental dance, more commonly known as belly dance, is a soft dance form based on Middle Eastern and North African folk dances and feminine solo dances. The workshop will focus on the basic movements that strengthen the core of the body, the movement language and the use of the head, shoulders and arms.
The workshop is suitable for anyone interested in dance, you don’t need previous dance experience. Ilona’s professional and warm teaching ensures that everyone has a successful experience.
Time: Tuesday, the 22nd of July at 19:15–20:45
Level: beginners
Place: Flama Rauhankatu (Rauhankatu 15, Turku)
Price: 22 €
Ilona is a popular teacher, choreographer and performer of Egyptian style. She is inspiring and dedicated; a professional who respects the traditions of the dance and is able to take into account the level of her students in her teaching. The classes are captivating, versatile and varied, introducing you to the different styles, techniques and rhythms of Egyptian dance. Ilona’s knowledge of the dance is extensive, and she shares all that knowledge with others and constantly develops her skills as well.
Ilona writes: “Over the years I have experienced so much love and joy through Egyptian dance that I cannot put it into words! I think it’s particularly important that I continue to develop myself as a dancer. I have been fortunate, having learned my trade from Mohamed Kazzafy, Khaled Mahmoud and Zeina have had the biggest influence on the kind of dancer I am today. Of course, the Master of dance; the late Mahmoud Reda and, back home, Hannele Lindgren are behind my strong Egyptian dance technique.
The main focus of my teaching is primarily on proper dance technique, but I also focus on the mind, the joy of dance and body care. My choreographies always respect the traditions of dance and the deepest essence of dance: oriental dance is still, in my opinion, the most beautiful solo female dance in the world. I direct several groups as well as my own dance group which is a performing group with different configurations. The group’s mission is to promote Egyptian dance and they are actively studying dance under my direction. I have had the honour of performing solo and with a group of top dancers around the world, which has given me the courage to believe in myself as a performer, teacher and choreographer. Performing with a live band has also been one of the most important moments of my life as a dancer.”
More information: info@flama.fi
Does the idea of stepping onto the stage excite you? Flama’s spring season culminates on Wednesday 27.5. at the Flama Spring Show held at the Linnateatteri. Once again, an amazing group of Flama dancers will take the stage and you could be one of them!
New courses are starting at Flamassa in the spring! There are many different types of dance, body maintenance, and performance courses to choose from. Which one would be right for you?
