Workshops
Cynthia currently teaches workshops in London, with an aim to broaden the knowledge and skill of dancers in different styles of belly dance. Her workshops focus both on developing technique, plus learning choreographies and the use of props such as cane, veil and Isis wings.
Cynthia is also available to teach workshops at festivals and conferences throughout the UK. She specialises in Saidi folklore and Raks Assaya as well as any forms of traditional and modern Egyptian Oriental dance. Please contact Cynthia if you would like her to teach a workshop at your event.
To book email Cynthia
Upcoming workshops in London
Places are limited in all workshops so book in advance to avoid disappointment.
You can pay for the workshop via Paypal or by sending a cheque in the post. Please email me for postal details. Once payment has been received a confirmation email will be sent to you.
Cancellation policy: Refunds will be given if you cancel 2 weeks prior the workshop. After that no refunds will be offered.
Saidi Raks Assaya Workshops/Mini Course
Cynthia specialises in both traditional and modern Raks Assaya (Egyptian Cane dancing). Having studied in Egypt with master teachers in this dance form, Cynthia will share with you her historical, cultural and technical knowledge that she has gained over the years. She incorporates both the masculine and feminine movements of the dance, creating her strong earthy signature style that she has now become so well known for in London.
The 2 following workshops have been designed so that you can chose to do
only one workshop or both of them combined as a mini course in “Raks Assaya”.
If you would like to do both workshops a discounted price is offered if you pay in advance. See below for details.
Workshop 1
Raks Assaya basic technique and choreography
Level: Improvers/Intermediate
In the first part of this workshop the main focus will be on technique and is especially designed for those that would like to learn or revise how to hold, twirl and use the cane in Egyptian dance, through basic combinations. (including masculine and feminine movements) In the second part of the workshops we will learn a short Raks Assaya choreography in Cynthia’s signature style! This workshop is suitable for those that have minimal experience dancing with the cane to the more advanced dancer who would like to revise and consolidate good basic technique. (Canes provided or bring your own!)
Date: Sunday 7th March 2010
Time: 11-2pm
At; The Place, 17 Dukes Rd London WC1H9PY
Fee: £30 in advance or £34 on the day if places available
Buy now (link to Paypal for £30)
Special offer
Do both “Raks Assaya” workshops for £55 if you pay in advance.
