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Best Beginning

2008-06-26T18:54:48Z

I live in a remote area. What's the best way to start?

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The Rock Opera Call for Fire Belly Dancers 08~29~08

2008-06-22T08:34:24Z

The Rock Opera is calling out for Fire Belly Dancers for the Friday Night 9pm performance and Pyramid Burn.

Please visit www.TheRockOpera.net for information and insight into this beautiful project.

Thank you

Live and Burn
Ronnie

www.TheRockOpera.net
Ronnie@TheRockOpera.net

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TX - Fire / Cirque arts classes offered - 3rd Coast Tribal

2008-06-12T17:32:24Z

Members of Empyrean Fire Tribe will be teaching at the 3rd Coast Tribal festival in Fort Worth - and yes there will be fire in the show too.

some of the the classes....

Fan Performance with Beverly (2 hours) - The goal of this class is to take your performance to a new level by the addition of fire fans. You will learn to move with the fans as an extension of your body and create stunning visual images. Other than Fire Safety this class will cover: Attitudinal Posturing, Combinations, Isolations, Turns & Transitions which can be used with the gorgeous feather and silk fans. Feel free to use any set of fans in class. Knowledge of basic fire or dance performance is helpful. All levels welcome. Bring your inner Fire Diva and be ready to let her out!

Poi for Belly Dancers with Lorelei (2 hours) - Back by popular demand! Learn the basics of poi spinning and how to integrate this beautiful prop into your dance. Lorelei will teach the tricks and transitions that translate to dance most readily. Your new poi skills will allow you to perform with veil poi, flags, fire, or LEDs. All levels welcome!

A Juggling Workshop with Sketch (2 hours) - Everyone can juggle. They just don't know it yet. The most basic juggling pattern, the Cascade, is easy to learn. The rest is just practice. Juggling is a great skill that will entertain you and yours tremendously. It is also a great meditation. So come on. Pull out some balls and play with them. It's a whole lot of fun by yourself or in a group. Even better, find a partner and do it together! This workshop will cover the basics of juggling in a relaxed, move-at-your-own-pace environment. Experience the thrill of juggling! It's simpler than you think!

Hoop Dance with Lorelei & Sketch (2 hours) - Put your belly dance superpowers to good use! Hula hoop is all about core control. In this class you will learn to hoop on every part of your body, from the tips of your fingers to your thighs & back up again. Learn dazzling off body tricks as well as how to flow with the hoop, creating a fluid and spiraling presentation! This will be a dynamic and intense class. Be prepared to sweat. This ain't your mama's hula hoop!

Cirque du Yoga - Partner Yoga for Dancers (2 hours) - Ever seen Cirque du Soleil and thought, I want to try that? Partner yoga combines the acrobatic grace of Cirque du Soleil with the flowing power of yoga to create a dynamic workout that will expand your physical vocabulary as well as your mind. With an emphasis on traditional yoga postures, we will blend isolated dance movements while using partners to support the body in gentle back openers and inversions for a deep, subtle, and thorough exploration of both. Our emphasis will be on proper alignment, expression, and improvisation as we create a playful and supportive environment increasing trust, strength, and flexibility.

more info here http://www.3rdcoasttribal.us/instructors.html OH and ...pssst... there is a package deal for all 5 of these classes (10 hours) for $130... an absolute bargain! http://3rdcoast2009.eventbrite.com/

oh and if you are interested in performing....
Empyrean Fire Tribe will be presenting a fire show during one of the shows. They are open to have a few of the 3C students join them during this segment. All aspects of the fire portion of show will be under Lorelei’s control. Let us know if you want to participate!

more info here... http://www.3rdcoasttribal.us/info.html

if you have questions ask me directly.. or look on our tribe...
http://urbangypsy.tribe.net/

looking fwd to sharing the love and the dance.....
peace,
z.

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Fuel prices - YUCK!

2008-06-12T16:23:16Z

Just thought that I would share my fury in that white gas is now $8.50 at walmart!! It was only $3.99 a couple months ago...

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Voi, Veil/Poi

2008-06-04T21:03:57Z

Hello Lovelies! I know how to bellydance, spin poi, and veil. Does anyone know how to make voi? I have looked up and down the internet with no success. Thanks!

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New video clip of me Bellydancing with Fire

2008-06-02T23:31:57Z

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUxoqQ5Umsg

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Making my fire Candles stay alight for longer!

2008-06-02T23:23:29Z

Hello all... i am after some advice, i have pyro pixie candles but can only seem to get them to stay alight for 3 3 1/2 mins. Is there a fuel that burns the longest or do i need more wick to get them to stay alight for longer. I am soaking them for about 15 minutes but my choreography is 6 mins and i am only just getting over half way.

What is your favourite fire dancing toy?

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I finished my Bellydancing with Fire DVD

2008-06-02T23:03:16Z

Geeeezzzzzz.....that took a long time. But I'm super stoked to say that I am finished with my instructional dvd on bellydancing with fire. I have it up on film baby and will get it all linked up with my website soon. http://www.filmbaby.com/films/3042

Here is a little clip from a show a did last winter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X719yeS1gzo

I hope you enjoy it!

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Our Debut Fire Performace

2008-05-27T12:29:48Z

So we finally got a dry night that was not windy here in the Uk to film our first fire choreography...so thought i'd share it. We are dancing with Pyro pixie candles from Firetoys.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DP2ZxnVUi8

Performing are Horizon & Nmeme and we are Imajica Fire

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Fire dancing in the east bay?

2008-04-29T07:35:18Z

does anyone have any reccomendations for fire dancing classes in oakland/berkeley? havent had any luck finding anything so far. and of you lovlies able to point me in the right direction?

thanks...

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Chattanooga TN poi and dance workshops May 31

2008-04-28T16:51:57Z

For more info, check out Jillanna's site, www.merrybellies.com. Underground Oasis: Morbid Cabaret will be May 31 held at the Barking Legs theaters in Chattanooga, and I'll be doing fire poi that night. Saturday during the day I will be teaching poi for bellydancers and on Sunday teaching Taking Your Choreography to a New Level, for all dancers, on how to make your choreo more interesting and exciting.

Thanks
Lee
FlameGoddess

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poi for belly dancers workshop a big hit

2008-04-28T16:45:37Z

Thanks again to all the lovely people who attended the workshops on April 5 and April 27. I know I worked your arms and your brains pretty hard, but I'm so proud of how well everyone did. Can't wait to see everyone in action with their glow poi or flags or poi with the silk veils!!

Lee
FlameGoddess

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Palm dancing and black smoke!?!

2008-04-27T01:03:41Z

Hi, I have recently been practicing dancing with my fire palms and it is going really well. The only thing is that there seems to be quite a lot of black smoke around the flames? I was wanting to know if this was normal or whether is has something to do with the type of fuel I'm using (parafin) and if it is are there any fuels that would cause less black smoke? I realise that this is probably a stupid question, but I don't have much experience of dancing with fire, so any advice would be really welcome. Thanks.

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First Fire performance!

2008-04-13T12:09:18Z

Posted a couple of fotos of me performing with fans at my first fire performance a few weeks ago!!! More in my profile if interested.

I got to share the stage with some seasons performers so felt very well taken care of...

I also used fire palms and glow poi and will hoepfully have some YouTube footage up soon...will post once sorted.

Hope everyone is having fun :oD

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Insurance for Fire dancing & fuel dumping station

2008-04-12T17:24:23Z

I have asked the PLB insurance people for a price to add fire dancing to my insurance...what so other people do for insurance and what do you use as a fuel dump station?

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Fire Belly Dance DVD preview...

2008-03-29T03:09:10Z

Hey guys! I'm starting to get back to myself - finally!!!! Though I'm remembering to rest and take it easy... but I have so much to do!
In any case I put up a preview of Fire Belly Dance 101 on youtube, a snippet of my and Karen's performance on it and some of the teaching section, check it out! Though I only show some of the palms instruction on this one, the video also covers fans, sword, and belt... i can't wait to get back to performing again! Fire Fire Fire!
www.youtube.com/watch
The performance music is done by Giving Tree Drums, and the instructional music is done by Loud Zoo.
Produced by Fire By Riz!

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UK fire dancers?

2008-03-01T19:03:45Z

Just wondering if there's any other tribal fire dancers here in the UK at all??

I'd love to work on some group performances this year, especially with some shows I have planned for summer festivals around the country. Anyone interested?

I currently combine fakir and fire eating into my dancing, and have my first fire fans on order. Will also be getting some fire fingers and palm torches very soon!

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SAVE YOUR DOLLARS!!! NEVER BEFORE OFFERED FIRE FAN WORKSHOP SERIES

2008-02-29T21:09:24Z

COMING SOON A 4 WEEK SUPER INTENSIVE FIRE FAN WORKSHOP PRESENTED BY RIZ OF FIRE BY RIZ AND JOHANNA OF HIP EXPRESSIONS..CLASS PRICE WILL INCLUDE FIRE FANS OF YOUR CHOICE WE HAVE ABOUT 6 DIFFERENT MODELS TO CHOOSE FROM. IT WILL ALSO INCLUDE A FUEL CAN.AND A SAFETY CLOTH.

THESE CLASSES WILL COVER EVERYTHING FROM SAFETY TO A BASIC CHOREOGRAPHY. THEN THE LAST TWO CLASSES WILL BE ON TURNING THAT BASIC CHOREOGRAPHY INTO THE ADVANCED MOVES THAT ONLY YEARS OF FIRE FAN PERFORMANCE CAN OFFER. PALMS SPINS, THROWS, TWISTS, SPINS.THE FOURTH CLASS WILL BE SOMEWHERE OUTSIDE PROB THE BEACH.WHERE WE WILL LIGHT UP AND PERFECT EVERYTHING. UNDER THE WATCHFUL EYES OF JOHANNA, MYSELF. AND THE FIRE BY RIZ SAFETY CREW.

THIS TYPE OF WORKSHOP HAS NEVER BEEN OFFERED ANYWHERE BEFORE, AND WILL BENEFIT. EVEN THE MOST EXPERIENCED FIRE PERFORMER AND EDUCATE THE NOVICE.

OUR WORKSHOPS TAUGHT AT SPIRIT OF THE TRIBES AND TRIBAL FEST JUST DONT ALLOW US
THE TIME TO TEACH EVERYTHING ON EVERY PROP. THIS WILL BE A FAN ONLY CLASS!

DATES AND LOCATION (TAMPA BAY AREA) CLASS PRICING (PRICING WILL VARY ON THE TYPE OF FAN YOU CHOOSE) TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON..VERY SOON!

BE WARNED CLASS SIZE WILL BE VERY LIMITED (TO MAXIMIZE THE PERSONAL ATTENTION EACH STUDENT WILL REQUIRE)..A DEPOSIT FOR CLASS RESERVATION WILL BE REQUIRED..IF YOU MISS THE 1ST CLASS WHICH WILL COVER SAFETY YOU WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO ATTEND
ANY OF THE REMAINING CLASSES AND YOUR DEPOSIT WILL NOT BE REFUNDABLE !! (UNLESS YOU HAVE A REAL GOOD REASON FOR MISSING IT.. )

THIS IS A CHANCE TO LEARN FROM TWO OF THE MOST EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL FIRE FAN PERFORMERS ANYWHERE.ONE FROM THE WORLD OF FREESTYLE FIRE PERFORMANCE AND THE OTHER FROM THE WORLD BELLYDANCE.

THIS WILL BE A JOURNEY INTO WHAT I CONSIDERED TRUE FIRE/BELLY FUSION!

RIZ
WWW.FIREWHIP.COM

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look what I did! fire fans

2008-02-29T21:05:19Z

Some time ago I was asking some newbie questions about the fire fans , well I got them already and I also bought the instructional dvd from fire by riz.. it it amazing everything you need to start is right there.. well I actually use some parts of the choreography from the dvd and here is te video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vdRJn_Thn4

Please give me some feedback so I can improve =)!!

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Phoenix-melos wanted:

2008-02-26T20:45:23Z

hey...does anyone have any phoenix melos they want to sell to a newbie fire dancer.. i am after two pairs one in L33/34 and S or M in 31/32.

Can pay via Paypal

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Valentine Sale Offer

2008-01-29T00:11:37Z

Hi,

Please check our latest discount offer at the following link:

www.modemystique.com/offer.html

Regards,

Kajal

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Valentine Sale Offer

2008-01-28T18:14:02Z

Hi,

Please check our latest discount offer at the following link:

www.modemystique.com/offer.html

Regards,

Kajal

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Valentine Offer

2008-01-28T18:08:45Z

Hi,

Please check our latest discount offer at the following link:

www.modemystique.com/offer.html

Regards,

Kajal

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Valentine Sale Offer

2008-01-28T18:07:45Z

Hi,

Please check our latest discount offer at the following link:

www.modemystique.com/offer.html

Regards,

Kajal

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making palm torches

2008-01-17T06:39:47Z

what kind of metals tolerate heat nicely? any tips on crafting my first set of fire palms?

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Intro to Contact Fireplay wkshp in Philly

2008-01-15T13:31:46Z

Caressed by Flame: An Introduction to Contact Fireplay
5pm - 7pm (yes you'll get out in time to make it to Conway's Advanced Poi workshop if you desire!)
at Sanctuary Arts & Wellness Studios, 2737 Cambridge Street, Philadlephia, PA 19130 (www.sanctuaryphilly.com for directions)
sliding scale $35 - $20 (if money is really an issue, other forms of energy exchange can be worked out)
register online at flame.eventbrite.com

Like many potent things, we are often simultaneously attracted to and fearful of fire, and for good reason. For many fire is associated with the erotic, the sensual, the sexual; it is aesthetically enchanting, mesmerizing in its dynamic beauty. But fire is also dangerous, and potentially destructive. To play with it is to dance with one of the most powerful, focus-and-respect-demanding partners imaginable. Contact fireplay is one way of dancing with fire. It is perhaps the most intimate, allowing the flames to caress you, allowing you to "hold" the flame. Contact fireplay can intensify sensually intimate partnered experiences, ritual performances, dance and other types of dramatic performances. Ensuring the safety and pleasure of all participants is at the heart of learning contact fireplay.

Wanna really heat things up? The space has sauna, if you are interested in blissing out in the sauna before or after the workshop, let me know.

Also, there is a kitchen at the space and the woman who runs the space can have a meal prepared and waiting for us when we are done. Again let me know if you are interested!

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Brand New Fire Enthusiast here...

2008-01-10T22:35:42Z

I am SO enamoured with fire bellydance and would love to perform with fire fingers (?) and perhaps fans...

Anywhoo! I've no experience and no one to learn from here (Billings, MT) Is there some way to teach myself how to do this (safely..^_^) Videos, someone close by I don't know about, or maybe another resource... anything? I would love to learn but I don't want to do it without proper safety information. Plus, I'd like all the useful information that goes with utilizing such a dangerous tool for dance purposes. Another thing is, where do I get the stuff? I've just so many questions and would love it if someone could point me in the right direction :) !!!!

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Fire sword Duet with Steve from Fire and Motion

2008-01-04T23:25:02Z

Delirium loves having a partnership with this guy. This is our first time choreographing together and it took some work. Also my first time performing with fire sword.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BW-oZOCWGR4

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Safety towels?

2007-12-28T23:59:36Z

I've been dancing with fire for a little over a year with damp towels as the main fire protection followed by fire extinguishers. We've never had to use either.

Recently I've heard mention that a welding blanket or "fire blanket" is better protection as a damp towel could cause steam burns. Can anyone comment or elaborate? I've been combing through fire sites and finding hints but not finding good evidence either way.

Thanks!

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Fire Swords

2007-12-28T03:24:00Z

Anyone know where i can get a fire sword. I have only seen them on one website.

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Brand Spanking new video: Bellydancing with Fire 2

2007-12-21T05:58:53Z

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X719yeS1gzo

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Attention all Los Angeles based Fire Artists - Town Hall Meeting!!!

2007-12-12T04:35:53Z

Town Hall Meeting: A Call to Arms for all Los Angeles Based Fire Artists!!!

Where: Smash Labs, 1714 Albion St, Los Angeles , CA 90031 323-227-6274

When: Wednesday, December 12, 2007. Doors open at 7pm, Meeting begins at 8pm

Who: All members of the Los Angeles Based Fire Arts Community

Why: During recent interactions with Los Angeles County and State Fire Marshals, we have learned that they are in the process of designing a set of safety standards and guidelines in an effort to standardize safety requirements within our industry. These safety guidelinesare to be implemented in the first quarter of 2008. We have the great fortune thatour local county Fire Marshals have offered to allow us participate in the design of these standards. Organizations such as the Safety Advisory for Fire and FXin Entertainment (SAFFE) and members of the Pyrotechnics community have offered to provide guidance or advice in the different methods of organizing our-selves and interfacing with regulatory and enforcement entities such as the FireDepartment.

This Wednesday night, a Town Hall Meeting has been called to inform the community and discuss the formation an organization comprised of members representing the interests of the Los Angeles fire community. It is time for us all to come together, as a community, to openly create our ownguidelines that address issues, such as safety, performance standards, etc. It is of the utmost importance that we collectively decide this before it is decidedfor us! In Addition, there is a new e-mail discussion list for fire artists and people who are interested in fire performance in the Los Angeles area.

This list can be joinedby following this link: www.curiousjosh.com/lafire

Please join! This list is an opportunity for us to stay in touch as a community, and discuss a number of pressing issues that are affecting the Los Angeles fire community such as the upcoming implementation of safety regulations, standards,and restrictions governing our industry. The LA Fire mailing list will be a great place to: discuss issues affecting the fire community, share fire related tips and techniques, and communicate about fire events in the LA area.

Please spread the word by continuing to forward this to fire performers who arein Los Angeles, or who visit Los Angeles and perform with fire. If we fail in this initiative, then viewpoints such as "Poi is the most dangerous tool in yourarsenal" or the potential banning of poi spinning in the direction of the audience may become a reality.

Troupes & Tool Manufacturers that have involvement in this initiative include: CuriousJosh, Fire by Trick Concepts, Fire Drums, Fire Groove, Los Angeles Fire Effects (LAFX), Machina Candeo, Mutaytor, Phoenix Projekt, Pyrophernalia, Sirena Serpentina, & Volcano Flux.

Directions:
SmashLabs1714 Albion Street (entrance is here - big red door with cut metal numbers, push down on the lever to enter). The "back" door is a big roll door in the last parking lot on the North side of Main just before the train tracks - look for the La Mano Press sign. If it's full,
there is an empty lot directly across the streeton the South side of Main Street , or feel free to park on Main or Albion and comein the front. The main thing to remember is if you've gone over the tracks, you've passed Albion which is a TINY street and easy to miss.

Phone: 323-22S-MASH (323-227-6274) is the office phone if you get lost.

Hope to see you there!!!
-Scorch
www.fire.trickconcepts.com
(310) 686-4820

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Layering Bellydance moves with poi moves.

2007-12-03T13:41:50Z

Hello Again.

OK. I was curious as to what you all have successfully pulled off when it came to layering Bellydance and poi. It requires so much cordination; it is nearly imposible, well for me at least. I have found a few combos that are pretty doable. Hip figure Eights are pretty managable with just about anythng, as are hip shimmys. I also just love the ever-so-popular backbend while doing the weave. Chest pops, circles, slides, ect with behind the back spinning looks pretty cool. These are just some pretty easy things I can actually do, which leaves alot of just bellydancing or just spinning in between. I would just love it if you all would share some other layering ideas. Thank you so much.

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Belly dancing with a fire staff?

2007-12-02T18:27:57Z

What are some moves/combinations that would be good and look good together?
I'm new to staff, but becoming more and more experienced with bd every day, and I want to fuse the two.
Much appreciated.
=]

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Where to get "natural fabric" harem pants?

2007-11-29T02:15:07Z

I really want to get a pair of basic harem pants, but I want ones that aren't going to melt to my skin if I happen to, say, brush my poi against them, resulting in a fuel transfer.
Does anyone know where to get "natural fabric" harem pants?
I just want plain black ones, nothing fancy...and not see-through.

Thanks!

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Conventions and workshops?

2007-11-28T23:22:49Z

I'm not familiar with the Tribal bellydance community, or the fire community, or any convention/long workshop that features fire or alternative kinds of tribal -- can you list your favorites? Thanks! I'm in the midwest, but will travel, especially south.

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Fire Dancing Teacher

2007-11-28T22:58:39Z

Does anyone know of anyone who teaches fire dancing in Orlando, FL?

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GIG OPPS: Fire bellydancer Sat 11/17 Los Angeles, Sat 11/24 Jackson, MS

2007-11-28T22:57:37Z

At least 2 forms of fire tools would be sufficient.
More info.
There is pay.
Seeking performers in proximity, as there is no stipend for travel.
Contact Sebastian from Creative Flame Fire Performers
bash@firetalent.com
or call 310 720 7201
Thanks!

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Other training? Tumbling, circus, etc?

2007-11-23T21:27:14Z

Hey all!
I've noticed that a lot of poi spinners and fire dancers seem to have had some type of "circus" training, or tumbling/gymnastics. I'm wondering what (at 37 years old) I could add to my training to help me in performance. I'm not dancing with fire yet -- just dancing at this point -- but I'd like to.

And is 37 too old to seriously consider any kind of circus or tumbling training?

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advice for internationl travel with fire props?

2007-11-07T17:34:47Z

I am about to leave for India and I have a lot of fire props that I need to bring with me that are pretty far from having virgin wicks. I heared that technically I can't bring anything in my checked luggage that has traces of fuel on it. I was wondering if anyone has any advice. I'm traveling Continental Airlines if that means anything in particular to anyone.
I also heared of "washing" wicks which I'm kind of curious about. I'm actually a little more concerned with getting the props back into the US than getting them out there, and if there was a way for me to "wash" the wicks that would help.
thank you!

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Newbie about fire fans!

2007-11-05T02:28:48Z

I have big question! Ok im so new at this , im going to buy some fire fans (small ones) and I just one to know how do you manage wicks?

Does wicks last for more than one burn? should i buy spare wicks with my fans? Thats a big question in my head.. So if anyone can help me there i wll be so gratefull! n__n

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Professional BellyDance Fire Troupe in S.W. Virginia

2007-10-16T16:00:23Z

Hello, I am a professional bellydancer and director of Rhythm Fire Dance Company. I am in the process of creating a professional fire dance troupe. If you are interested and have loads of experience both with dancing with fire and belly dancing please write to me soon. I am hoping to travel once a month to spend a week to ten days performing in Las Vegas and San Diego, Hawaii as well as abroad....

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Fire Sword

2007-10-02T14:26:59Z

I'm new to Fire Dancing. I took a fire belly dance workshop back in Oct that covered costumes and basic safety. Which is all very well and good. I just got my first fire toy- its a balanced fire sword- Got it by Fire by Riz. Do I ever have to worry replacing the wick?

Does anyone know of any internet videos out there of a belly dancer dancing with a balanced fire sword? Any tips or hints or ideas on how to dance with it? I've tried balancing it on my hip bringing my leg up and basically turning with the other foot in a circle (its a slow process) but it looks nifty. (Maybe I should mention that I am new to sword dancing as well <grin>)

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Johanna, Riz's fearless dancer partner has fallen victim to breast cancer

2007-10-02T07:09:53Z

Sadly it carrys very bad news from the east.

Johanna, Riz's fearless dancer partner has fallen victim to breast cancer. This was very sudden she went into the Dr with a problem. 2 weeks later they are removing a breast.

In short shes like most of the rest of us who are professional dancers UN INSURED. I am uttlery amazed and how the East has came togehter to help her.

A Dancer is Sarasota who is a surgen and plastic surgen donated the complete operation
and even got the OR from the hospital and 1/3 of the rate.

Sadly Johanna now faces 6 months of Kemo with a price tag of about 20 grand. Our area is becoming tapped out on fundrasiers to help her..

I want to hold the Mack daddy fund rasier for her.

We are planning the "Hafla From Hell" and hoping for a raffle to match.

Please help get the word out to vendors to donate something for this raffle.

We need almost 20 grand.and any little bit at this point helps.

They can contact me at Firebyriz@aol.com or call 727 581 6249

www.firewhip.com/hip-expressions/ heres the link fore the benefit

sorry for the late notice on this things have been real crazy here

Riz

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Fire Bellydance Video and more....

2007-09-27T23:58:06Z

http://tinyurl.com/2wlsl2

Me, Kim and Brent from Pyrosutra burn it for Arcane Films!

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where can I find good clicker fire fans?

2007-09-27T23:48:23Z

I think that's what they're called. The ones that go from being a torch to expanding into a fan. They're so cool and I really want a set. Does anyone know where I can find them?

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what kind of fuel?

2007-09-27T04:26:00Z

would be used for indoor burns? I heard that denatured alcohol would be the best bet...Any other fuels? I'm looking for something with a long burn time (like lamp oil ), but safe to use in enclosed spaces.

This may be a stupid question, but the last time I used my palm torches, it was outside with lamp oil, I believe they were put out when most of the fuel had burned off (the song was over) If i used the alcohol and there is a trace of oil still on the wicks, would that be dangerous? My inclination is that it wouldn't be because the amount would be such a trace (if any)

TIA :)

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Burning Man

2007-08-25T07:37:36Z

Any of you fire dancers going to burning man? I'd love to meet and dance with you!

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Bellydance videos

2007-06-23T15:33:38Z

what are some good videos to learn how to bellydance for someone who's been through a beginner 6 week class?

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Fire belly dance 101 DVD bY Fire By Riz

2007-06-13T07:52:07Z

As always Fire By Riz premires all of our new props at spirit of the tribes .. ..Sadly this year we dont have many new props Our off season was spent in the studio producing Fire belly dance 101.
There is a blurb below about it. \

This ground beaking Dvd will not be offered on our web site until after we return from .spirit of the tribes .. Maja and everyone at spirit of the tribes .. have treated us so much like family over the years we only feel it right to offer it at this event 1st before its internet release. A bonus as well because Maja and spirit of the tribes .. took in this pyro allowing me to vend for the 1st time at a belly dance show We are offering the video to attendees of spirit of the tribes .. $5 less than what it will be on the internet.

I look forward to seeing everyone in a few weeks !!!!

Riz

The Art Of Fire
Fire Belly Dance 101

This ground-breaking video, the first of its kind, is a fantastic introduction to fire belly dance, and gives you everything you need to know to begin dancing with fire! Designed both for the belly dancer who wants to add fire to her repertoire, and for the fire dancer who wants to add belly dance into her act. The video covers three sections; Fire Safety, Instruction, and a knock-out Performance at the end featuring a Fire Belly Dance Duet!

Fire Safety
The most important and crucial aspect of dancing with fire is fire safety. Randy 'Riz' takes you through the ins and outs of each fire belly dance prop, so that you feel comfortable working with the parameters required by each. After watching this section, take every piece of safety to heart and then be confident that you can work with your fire props and fire in a safe manner.

Instruction
This section introduces you to four fire props; Palms, Belt, Scimitar, and Fans. With each prop, Johanna 'Xenobia' gives an introduction with fire safety and performance tips, then takes you through a short basic combination that layers fire dance with basic belly dance moves. Live drumming by Loud Zoo is her rhythmic backdrop and meter for each combination. At the end of each combination, you'll see how actually lighting the prop on fire adds a whole new powerful dimension to the combination!

Performance
Now we take you away from the classroom setting, into the magical world of the fire performer... Karen SunRay joins Johanna 'Xenobia' in a fiery sunset duet set at the beautiful waterfront at Sacred Lands. Improvisation blends with choreography as the two professional fire belly dancers incorporate some of the basic moves taught in the video with more advanced techniques - inspired by the ambiance and their creative interaction! Layered with drumming by Giving Tree Drums, this performance is HOT HOT HOT and is designed to inspire you to take your fire belly dance to the next level!

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New Sirena Serpentina Video

2007-06-05T20:45:10Z

Our good friend Daniel Sheridan of NOOMOON pictures Directed this lil vid of us gals playing at the beach. Tribal Fire Bellydance with great music and energy from our friends Trevor Green and Mama Joi. ~*~Blessings to all ~*~

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=293qsVGXgK8

http://tribes.tribe.net/sirenaserpentina

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For those in NY: Sage's Poi/Staff Workshops 6/16 & 17

2007-06-03T20:24:38Z

Sage will be traveling to New York for a private performance -- but while she is there, she will be holding poi and staff workshops in Brooklyn on 6/16 and 6/17. Sage is best known from her videos through Home of Poi and through her work with Tatien, El Circo, Kan'nal, End of the World Circus, Lanaya, and Sangre del Sol. Video of some of her past performances can be found at youtube.com/sangredelsol.

Here is the event posting on Tribe if anyone is interested. Her personal site has more info as well: www.sagefire.info

http://newyork.tribe.net/event/Sages-PoiStaff-Workshops-New-York-3-sessions/brooklyn-ny/7a0e3713-bb9f-4f58-96f7-d64d71db1837

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leather costuming

2007-06-03T20:13:16Z

Anyone have any good websites for leather costumes? Pants, halters, belts....etc? Who's everyone's favs?
Also, at Tribal Fest, there was a vendor who sold leather fringe corset belts, does anyone know who that is?

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The Caravan is Coming!!!!

2007-05-06T14:49:01Z

Gypsy Caravan is coming to MUNCIE IN!!!!
Here is all the new info on GC
I have tried to post this as an event and it goes through only to be gone the next day?!?!?!?!?
Anyway I hope this stays on!!
visit www.dancingravens.com for more info

Workshops and a Gala Show
with
Paulette Rees Denis
&
Gypsy Caravan
June 2nd & 3rd
Muncie Civic Theatre
Muncie, Indiana
June 2nd

Workshop #1
-Props - Tribal Sword, Veils, Baskets, Skirts 11am to 1pm $45.00
on your own for lunch
Workshop #2
-Tribal Combinations/ Variations- using simple
and complicated moves to add spice and variety 2pm to 4pm $45.00

Gala Show Featuring Gypsy Caravan, Shaiten Kauwa,
Black Rose Caravan and possibly you. $10.00 for non performing folk doors open at 7:30pm

June 3rd
Workshop #3
-Faster Moves- step it up for punch and energy let your dance become re-energized 10am to 12pm $45.00

Workshop #4
-Tribal Trance - different ways and methods of using dance for trance and healing. A bit of ritual and prayer in the tribal dance way! 12pm to 1pm $35.00

Special Weekend Package
Everything including a ticket for the Gala Show
$150.00 Savings of $30.00

There are pay pal options on the Website however, if you do not have pay pal you can mail everything to Laughing Monkey c/o Shaiten Kauwa 1716 N Wheeling Ave STE 3 Muncie In 47304
Please indicate if you would like to perform and which seminar/s you are taking oh and a number or e-mail I can reach you at!!

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call to Austin Texas drummers & dancers

2007-03-23T20:55:13Z

Hi All,

WyldeFyre Productions puts on a live show every 1st Thursday at Amy's Ice Cream on Far South Congress. The next show is April 5, 2007. The event opens at 6 with fire spinning classes, then belly dancing performances, then we have fire dancing performances & then we have open performance with live drumming & dancing (all types). We need live drummers (all style welcome - middle eastern is great for the belly dancers, african for the fire dancers, etc) & dancers (belly dancers, fire dancers or other ethnic dancers are all wanted). Please feel free to email me at AmberBarbara@hotmail.com for more information.

Ethnic Drumming & Dancing exhibitions/performances will also be considered.

Thanks in advance,

AmberBarbara

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GIG OPP: Upstate NY fire Performer & stiltwalker Needed:

2007-03-13T14:43:30Z

GIG OPP: Upstate NY fire Dancer & stiltwalker Needed:

Rochester, Ithaca, Syracuse area
memorial Day-ish
We had a fall through performer.
need a backup
Maybe 2.
1 male stilter. 1 female dancer
THERE IS PAY.

contact

Bash ~
Creative Flame
Bash@firetalent.com
(310) 720 7201

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1st Thurs SoCo Austin Tx - Fire, dance & drums

2007-02-26T05:40:19Z

New Austin drum circle forming with Fire & Belly dance show at Austin's 1st Thursday event. We are looking for drummers & dancers

We are planning to end the show with a community drum jam, so come on down & drum (or dance & spin) or just hang out & watch the show

Amy's Ice Cream
3100 S. Congress across from St. Eds. Univ.

6-9PM 1st Thursdays

Ongoing Interactive Performance Art Show

Open invitation to Tribal Drummers , Fire Performers, Belly & alternative dancers
in an all age venue. Fire Arts lessons available.

Free Show
Tips appreciated to help support our local art community

Free Ice Cream for Performers, Thanks to Amy's

For more information please call Willow
@ 512 260-2674 or
Email at Zuvia_dancer@yahoo.com

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help! with plan as required by NFPA 160

2007-02-21T01:26:49Z

Hello all....
My hope is that someone out there has had to write a plan for their use of flame effects as required by NFPA 160 and wouldn't mind sharing their plan or experience with me. I have never written one before and this will be my first time dealing with a Fire Marshal. Any advice or suggestions will be appreciated. Also, how have you dealt with the specific costume considerations of belly dancers while using fire props?
Thanks so much!
~*~ tareija

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New Dance & Fire Vid

2007-02-08T09:38:54Z

SO Im finally starting to piece together vid clips from recent shows. These are from Urban Carnival..but the whole video hasnt been completed yet:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYJpxsV89A4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxqumBY4QRc
The rest has us dancing with fingers, clubs, poi, and eating;> I have tons of photos posted for those interested.

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new fire palms

2007-02-01T18:03:12Z

I just got my new fire palms from iron gypsy and they are beautiful, everyone is ooing and aahing. i will post pics as soon as i light them up ! just wanted to share the joy.

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fire insurance

2007-02-01T00:21:06Z

I need to get fire insurance...does anyone have any insurance they are happy with? Or know of anyone who sells it?

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fire dance-wear

2006-12-31T08:04:52Z

A couple of pals have thrown out sparks, and those embers are searing the edges of my imagination! Shortly after Yule, this will doubtless lead to a wildfire in my brain, leading to all sorts of costuming ideas. Does anyone have any recommendations for costume styles and fabrics suitable for nifty fire performance? I use both poi and handcandles...nothing fancy so far. I love the big skirts I use in bellydance, but the poi catch on them when I spin...not a good idea for fire!!! Any ideas are appreciated!

~Ixxy :)

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###New fire toy--FiRe LoTuS'--Check em out ya'll#########

2006-12-13T18:31:38Z

It started as one pair and so many people liked them, so I decided to take it to the next level.

check out pics at my page and also I have a short video at http://www.myspace.com/97335790

Feel free to email me at chukkb73@yahoo.com

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This Satyrday night in Atlanta

2006-10-26T17:29:56Z

Fahrenheit at the 99X Brouhaha at the Masquerade Music Park in Atlanta 29 views since posting on Thu, October 26, 2006 - 9:21 AM

enlarge photo Date & Time: Saturday, October 28, 2006 - Sunday, October 29, 2006
6:30 PM
Location: The Masquerade
North Avenue
Atlanta, GA view map
More Info: www.99x.com
This coming Satyrday night, Fahrenheit will be fire performing starting at 6:30 and going every 15 minutes until 11:30! Constant fire! We'll be outside in the Masquerade's Music Park and Scion Carnival. Tickets are only $10 and there's going to be some great music and it will be a fun way to start the Halloween Satyrday festivities. All our fire props, new fire costumes, pretty girls, hot guys, what more could you ask for? Come on out! Check out www.99x.com for more info!
Cya there!!!
FlameGoddess Lee

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Ravenfest

2006-09-19T19:28:49Z

I just wanted to let everyone know that I added an pay with paypal obtion to the events page for Ravenfest!!!!!
Hope to see you all there
www.dancingravens.com

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Fire Palms

2006-09-05T15:56:02Z

just looking for a good place to acquire some...

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Iron Gypsy Hand Lamps

2006-09-05T15:42:05Z

Does anybody out there use these? They are absolutely gorgeous, and I'm eying a set. There's not much info on the website regarding what kind of fuel works best with them and what kind of wicking they take and how to change it. I have seen other types of hand candles/lamps for bellydance, but Iron Gypsy's are the prettiest looking ones I've seen so far.
Thanks,
Sheleh

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introductions

2006-08-27T19:15:16Z

Hi........My name is camellia and I'm so glad to find you!!! This is a little bit more about me www.geocities.com/disaisadnahid
Does anyone know of any workshops coming up?

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Alternatives to real fire?

2006-08-27T04:17:42Z

Hi everybody,
my troupe is trying to choreograph a fire piece to a Zombie song. We plan to use palm torches. One question, though, is what to do if the venue we are performing at does not allow fire. Candles will not really work for this song. Has anyone out there come up with a viable alternative to using open flame where it isn't allowed? We're trying think of things, but so far, I'm blanked. Also, what has been some of your collective experiences in finding indoor venues that will allow fire performance?
Thanks,
Sheleh

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Fire Bellydance Workshop - Richmond Va 9/23

2006-08-21T12:41:06Z

Hey everyone! Please come out to this. If you have questions please contact me

thanks,

Erica

SATURDAY, September 23, 2006
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Registration begins August 16, 2006
$25 by September 11, 2006
$30 after September 12, 2006 and at the door
Incubate
3410/3412 West Leigh Street
Richmond, Virginia 23230

Class Description:
Fire Bellydance
Basics will cover fire safety, fuels, safe costuming, candle dance, fire fingers, fire fans and maybe even poi. Bring any toys that you currently have and we will have some tips on making your own. Lee endorses Riz's fire bellydance toys on www.firewhip.com, they're great! We will have practice toys for people to play with. For all you beautiful people that want to see what fire bellydance is all about!

Bring lots of water and snacks, any toys you have or are in the process of making, and your gorgeous self!

Incubate
3410/3412 West Leigh Street
Richmond, Virginia 23230
go to: maps.yahoo.com
Take I 95 South to exit 78 Boulevard.
Turn Right on Boulevard.
Turn Right on Leigh Street.

Incubate is on your right - Street Parking

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Fall WildFire is ONE month away

2006-08-21T01:19:44Z

Hello All,
The fall WildFire retreat is less then four weeks away. If you are currently or aspiring to be involved with the dance, drum or fire performing arts then don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn and grow at the largest north east gathering built just for you. The spring WildFire retreat had over 100 artists attend and taught more then 30 classes in a verity of disciplines. This fall we have expanded added more class types and will be offering public transportation access (check out the website for details). We are also opening an indoor area for performing arts equipment vendors to come and show their wares. This is a great opportunity to see, hold, and play with different toys made by different folks. If you are a vendor of performing arts toys and want to participate in this way, please email chad@freedomthrufire.com (no charge to setup, you just have to be open to educating everyone on your stuff).

Summary Info
Sept 11th – 17th
Public Transportation is available
Located at a picturesque Southern CT river front location with hot showers and full bathrooms - directions on website
Car camping type venue – with many pre-built tents and bunk beds if you want them (first reserve, first get)
There are no public audiences at WildFire just performing artist
Classes are taught all four days, with spontaneous sharing happening constantly
Website - www.freedomthrufire.com

Tickets are limited to 150 and ticket prices go up on Sept 1st ($75 now $100 after the 1st). Many people have commented that this is the cheapest and best way they could spend a three day weekend (they really say that – ask them). All food is included in your ticket price and it is good food.

Best wishes to you no matter the route your path takes you on. If these performing arts are a part of your path, then I really hope to see and share with you at WildFire. FYI - For those attending Burning Man, you can check out the WildFire Tribe site to find other north east performing artist that are attending BM and where we are having meet ups and stuff (http://tribes.tribe.net/wildfireretreat/).

Walk in peace,
Chad

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Just a reminder- Fire Bellydance Workshop in Atlanta

2006-08-14T15:56:14Z

Date & Time: Sunday, August 20, 2006
11:00 AM
Location: Freedom Park, north of Little 5 Points
Freedom Parkway (spur) and Moreland Avenue
Atlanta, GA view map
More Info: 678-468-8408
flamegoddess.com

Hi, it's Flamegoddess Lee and I'm having another fire workshop!! The last one was so much fun and I really appreciate everyone who came out! (and so many!) So let's have some fun under that giant ball of burning gas in the sky! Basics will cover fire safety, fuels, safe costuming, candle dance, fire fingers, fire fans and maybe even poi. Bring any toys that you currently have and I'll have some tips on making your own. I endorse Riz's fire bellydance toys on firewhip.com, they're great! Let him know I sent you. I should also have samples to try. For all you beautiful people that want to see what fire bellydance is all about, please come on out! Sunday August 20, 11am until whenever for $50. Bring lots of water and snacks, sunblock, any toys you have or makings of same, and your gorgeous self! This is my last workshop before I head to Burning Man. Call me at 678-468-8408 if you have any questions about the workshop. Cya there!

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WildFire tickets are on sale

2006-07-31T19:58:52Z

Hello all,
Fall WildFire is only a month and a half away….. wooo hooo. WildFire is the North East’s premier performing artist training retreat specifically catering to the dance, drum, and fire artist. With an incredibly successful spring retreat behind us, this, our 5th WildFire gathering, is promising to be an explosion of learning, sharing, and community building within the performing arts community. If you are a performing artist or would like to learn / grow in this area, then please come and join us – WildFire is for you. If you know of a email list serve that this announcement has not reached, but needs to, please forward it on and let us know who they are.

www.freedomthrufire.com/wildfire/

Summary Info
September 14th - 18th (Thur – Sun)
Located at a picturesque Southern CT river front location (with hot showers - directions on website)
Car camping type venue – with limited number of cots available
Public transportation will be available
Tickets are 75$ in advanced (until Aug 31st) and 100$ there after.
No public audiences
All meals provided (many folks say they don’t eat this good normally)
Classes are taught all four days, with spontaneous sharing happening constantly
There are only 150 tickets to this event.

Hope to see you there,
Chad

chad@freedomthrufire.com

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which fire.toys??

2006-07-18T06:08:11Z

which fire.toys do you feel work the best for mixing fire w// belly.dancing?? i have read that some of you are just starting to pick up the poi.. but for me, they seem the hardest of all fire.toys to belly.dance with.. small toys seem to allow for the most belly.dancing:: fingers, wands, hand lamps, fans, and so on.. and of course, flaming//balancing bowls & swords.. and for larger toys:: HOOP it BaBy!! i do tons of belly.dancing moves in my hoop, then i would say single & double staff.. and yah.. poi seems the hardest to integrate the two together.. anyone else have similar thoughts//experiences?? la.rosa..

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How can I start?

2006-07-14T23:27:43Z

I have been bellydancing for three years and I have fallen in love with the idea of dancing with fire (my husbands a fire chief!!)lol anyhow I don't live anywhere near a community that supports this kind of art.... maybe poi spinners five hours away. I would like to intergrate fans - how can I start, who can help,
Any advice is greatly appreciated!!
M

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gig Opp: NYC ~ Sat 5/27 fire bellydancer

2006-05-25T14:59:09Z

Short set. 20 min. BROOKLYN.
There is decent pay, too.
Mainly bellydance with small fire
Combination of 2 fire apparatus within set: eating, fingers, hand candles would probably be sufficient
Contact (310) 720-7201.
or bash@firetalent.com ASAp

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Any Aussie Fire-ies??

2006-04-14T13:51:26Z

Howdy crew!

I am an Aussies bellydancer in Canberra (the capital) getting Tribal Style Bellydance happening but I have a long held dream of incorporating fire and all sort of toys into my repetoire....

Any recommendations for someone who may be based locally or in Sydney NSW that I could talk to regarding fire toys and get some training or maybe even set up a workshop???

A lovely lady made me a set of practice poi for my birthday a few years ago and they are starting to get a workout!! But I would love to use fans or fingers as well...any advice???

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Rachel Brice intensive

2006-04-10T22:18:00Z

I just registered for the Rachel Brice intensive in KY and wanted to know if any of you were planning on going?

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A Tropical Rain Forest Event

2006-03-13T04:06:02Z

Hello,

I’m letting all of the tribes know about a regional event coming up soon – Rebirth. Burning Man, but rather than radical desert survival – radical tropical rain forest survival. Details of the event can be found here:

http://www.kapilina.org/bigisland/rebirth2006.html

Hawaii… Fire spinning capital of the world… Big Island… Hot tub ponds heated by thermal vents… Black Sand Beaches… LAVA… REAL LAVA! And a Burning Man regional event.

I’ve tried to figure out how to reduce costs as much as possible for everyone coming over from the mainland (if you can think of anyother suggestions please post):

Rideshare thread from the airport to puna here:
http://kapilina.tribe.net/thread/5438fe28-b674-4c10-9bed-3334aae6f4e3

Cheap Airfare From Mainland:
vacations.travelzoo.com/hawaii.../229965

www.airtech.com/specials.html

Shipping Art/Supplies:
http://kapilina.tribe.net/thread/daca9206-f7a4-4c58-a763-49b96731a584

Again if you know cheaper means please repost. See you all there!

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Looking for fire dancers in the LA/Orange County / SD area!!

2006-02-25T21:23:28Z

Hi everyone,

I'm a tribal bellydancer from Orange County, CA, and my goal for the last three years is to learn and master poi spinning for fire dancing. I FINALLY have a practice set, but need some classes or someone to teach me!

Anyone in the area?

Thanks!
Abby

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are there any teachers for fire and it's use in belly dance for michigan

2006-02-18T07:43:23Z

Hi,

I am hoping to find someone that can teach me how to dance with fire. I have been belly dancing for over 2 years . Any info would be helpful. Even if the teacher is located outside of Michigan but near enough for driving.

THank again
Shetan Noir

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East Tennessee?

2006-01-31T20:40:40Z

is there anyone here from East Tennessee? specifically Knoxville, I am moving back (knock on wood) in about a month. I know there are fire spinners there and I used to be in a troupe there. Just wondering if anyone on HERE is from there.
much love

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Any Santa Cruz fire-bellydancers?

2006-01-31T15:59:47Z

Any Santa Cruz area fire-bellydancers around?

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Visions and performing

2005-12-20T23:51:20Z

I'm reposting this from my tribe to get more input. I am truly fascinated:

Dance and fire is so elemental, such an integral part of our being, I often find myself transcending in thought and spirit, becoming one with the infinite. Of course, I connect with this space most naturally when I am alone, free from thoughts of self, of choreography, of music. But there have been many performances where I have reached this place as well. The journey has taken many shapes, depending on the energy of the gathering, of my sisters. Most recently, I was performing to a tribal drum beat when I felt lifted into a world of the past, elders circling me, uplifting me in knowing and understanding. My arms weaving light and knowledge, my feet stomping natural, rhythmic, giving back to the earth the life force I was receiving. The dance of light allows me to bring to life the gifts of our elders, to share in their wisdom, their passion for life and truth, and their knowledge of the infinite.

I would love to hear if/what other folks envision while they are dancing, performing, breathing. Share your visions!!!

Shapeshifter
http://tribes.tribe.net/sirenaserpentina

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nordic tribe fire belly dance

2005-11-22T16:29:43Z

so.. i haven't been doing belly dancing for so long, yet, but i HAVE been checking the net for tribal belly dance, and found for example this place.. i am more fascinated by tribal than 'original' belly dance or whatever you'd like to call it.. the one bad thing is that i'm not sure there even IS a teacher in tribal belly dance in sweden, which sucks...

i am, however, not sure that the kind of tribal that you do in the states, is exactly what i wish to do either.. it's WAY more like it, but for some reason, i have this very strong feeling that i'd like to something that is even closer to me..

and so i came up with the idea that i'm most definitely sure i'd like to try out at some point when i overall feel more comfortable with my dance, and have learnt some more...

picture this before you:

in the blue light that comes with nightfall, see the rocks and the many fires in different sizes between them.. hear the thumping sounds of swedish, ancient rythms made by drums and didgeridoos.. three women doing some kind of 'nordic tribe belly dance', dressed in lots of leathers, creating a picture of ancient, swedish rituals done in the nights, to either create magic or worship different gods/godesses...

i have a very clear picture of this in my head, but i cannot really get it out properly.. i see 4 men with drums and other instruments, then 3 women dancing... i also see fire with the belly dance...

what do you think 'bout this? is it worth a go? and if so, what would you advice me to look for in the other two women?

i dunno - throw advice and opinions onto me =)

well.. that's that for now, me thinks...

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wand:la:hoop pics for Leslie.. :o)

2005-10-20T16:11:20Z

hiya Leslie & other fire.belly.dancers..

i got some pics of my wand:la:hoop action.. where i balance the hoop on my head & use wands in my hands at the same time.. this routine allows me to do the more belly.dancing fusion in my fire dancing.. while balancing in the hoop i snake/isolate my arms, some shimmy-shimmy, and bendie back ..but not too far or the hoop falls off my head.. then i do arm pops & eat the fire while hooping.. yum..

i had share some of this with Leslie in an email awhile back ago.. and wanted to post some pics.. now that i have them..

thanks, la.rosa..

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Austin Sangre Del Sol/Bassnectar this fri.

2005-09-24T09:16:01Z

Its starting to cool off (somewhat)... time for another round of Sangre del Sol fire performances. The troupe will be kicking off the fall season on Friday, Sept. 30th at Copa, spinning fire for guest DJ performer Bassnectar (Organic Music, San Francisco) in celebration of the artist's "Mesmerizing the Ultra" CD release. If your not familiar with Bassnectar's work, drop in at www.bassnectar.com for audio/video samples and images. Should be a rage, so bring your bodies for a night of fire dancing and beat mastery as Bassnectar brings it to Austin.

Location: Copa at 217 Congress in Austin

Time: Doors at 9; show at 10:30
Price: $8

More info: www.bassnectar.net

:::::::::::::Bassnectar::::::::::::::
www.bassnectar.net

From thick midtempo breaks to dreamy downtempo; cut-up hyp hop & throbbing breakbeats; angelic melodics meet total bassline perversion in works by Bassnecter. Having collaborated with or remixed the likes of HDC & KRS One, Freq Nasty, Buckethead, Noam Chomsky, Mumia Abu-Jamal, Sound Tribe Sector 9, Kang from String Cheese, Sayr, Kraddy, & a host of underground MCs and producers, you are invited to take a voyage into the land of Bassnectar, and experience the crosspollination of diverse elements and inspirations...

"Take the melodies of Radiohead or Massive Attack, the dance force of The Crystal Method or Freq Nasty, the groove of Thievery Corporation or Kurder & Dorfmeister, and the artistic experimentation of BurningMan madness and full time DJ-experience, and you get a window of what might be expected on the next Bassnectar album." -- San Francisco Examiner

:::::::::::::::Sangre del Sol:::::::::::::::
Sangre del Sol is a unique troop of fire performers, belly dancers, musicians, and visual artsits that have perfomed in and around the Austin, TX area throughout the last 10 years. The performance troop produces various productions designed to captivate the senses while celebrating spirituality, raising awareness, and serving the community. Together with orginal graphic art installations, fire sculptures, extraordinatry costume design, choreography, and original fire props, Sangre del Sol captures the essence of mysticism and enchantment for its audience's enjoyment.

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choosing my practice poi

2005-08-06T19:05:01Z

Corss posted over to Domba, but since we have some activity here, I need some advice from the experts

I want to learn about fire as well; I did take a workshop on safety last year, and am thinking about getting some poi. Seriously thinking, as in I have almost placed my order twice today, but cannot decide where I should start.

The comet poi are pretty neat I think, to learn how to use poi, but are really only for learning I think:
http://cometstoys.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=CTS&Product_Code=400

But these seem like they would be better since they convert into fire poi:
http://www.homeofpoi.com/shop/productDetails.php/fire/159/poi/1/detail/DVD_PoiCOL2_Poi

Any advise from the experts??

Joyce

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