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Ladysmith Workshop!!

Lavastudio — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:46:17 GMT

Yay, the lovely Millie of Dream Shape Dance & Fitness Studio (Ladysmith, BC) is hosting me in a 3 hr tribal workshop on Sat. Oct.31!!!

yay - Halloween!!!

Can't wait!

details on website
www.lavastudio.ca

hope to see you there!
Lava :)

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Tribal Fusion Choreography Workshop

Lavastudio — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:17:36 GMT

So this is the 3rd installment in the Lost Children choreography workshop!!! we will definitely finish off the dance this Sunday! and i have big hopes that a few of you will feel brave enough to perform this piece at the next "Sisters of Alchemy - Tribal Soiree" (Dec.7/09), or perhaps other shows at a later date.

Again, this choreography includes some Odissi-inspired moves, as well as some Odissi practice steps, blended with Lava tribal style moves and sequences.

This workshop is still open for anyone wanting to learn it, not just those interested in performing it in Dec. Using a blend of styles in this piece gives a wonderful challenge in learning movement, new movements, and choreography skills, to a beautiful song (by Solace).

Workshop and registration info on website:
http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=44

thanks! hope to see you there!
Lava

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Specialty Class - Spins & Turns!!!

Lavastudio — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 04:53:02 GMT

A whole class dedicated to Controlling Spins and Turns (fast and slow)

We will focus on the techniques and grounding for smooth controlled turns and spins. With Combos for home practice to develop your skills and ability.

Open to any Skill Level
Open to all Styles (good techniques for any styling)

Spins and turns are very dynamic in a performance when they are smooth and in control. When you have more than one dancer performing together, they are breathtaking when they are performed in sync with each other.

If you need some work on your turning and spinning abilities, this is the class for you! (it's always worth the practice!)

Tuesday Sept.8 /2009
7:00 - 8:30pm
Scotiabank Dance Ctr.
677 Davie St. (downtown Vancouver BC)

$20.00 drop in fee
$21.50 paypal payment

website listing:

http://www.lavastudio.ca

E-mail Lava @ lavastudio@live.ca

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Lava in Invermere BC!

Lavastudio — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 04:32:49 GMT

Arabian Mountain Spice hosts Lava in a 2 day weekend of workshops and evening show in Invermere BC!!

A total all out FUN-FILLED "All things Tribal!" weekend in Invermere BC!!

We will tackle - wonderful training techniques fpr bellydance posture and torso control, from Lava's "Grounded Approach to Bellydance" Series, Serpentine Movement - Liquid Lava Moves, "Zills dat Killz" finger cymbal drills for bellydance, and Lava's "Sideshow Improv" - tribal fusion combos for Sisters of Alchemy Improv!!!

Sept.26 & 27 /09

for workshop and registration details

http://www.arabianmountainspice.com

or workshop details at

http:www.lavastudio.ca

hope to see you there!!

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Tribal Fusion Choreography Workshop!!

Lavastudio — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:54:16 GMT

Yay, i'm holding another workshop this summer, in Vancouver BC!! ... and this time it is Tribal Fusion Choreography!!

I'll be doing a brand new piece that is blended with some Odissi-inspired movements - something I haven't done for a while, and miss very much!! ... and we'll still keep some of the fluid movement we had going last month at the Liquid Lava Moves workshop - now fusing things together for music interpretation! this is one of my fave things to do - can't wait!

hope you can make it!

Sun Aug.23/09
12 - 3pm
Scotiabank Dance Ctr.

for workshop details and registrations go to website:

http://www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

don't miss out!

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Mid-Bits Magazine!

Lavastudio — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:40:22 GMT

I'm featured in the 2009 summer issue of Mid-Bits magazine - check it out!

http://www.mayada.ca/mid-bits.htm

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Liqud Lava Moves Workshop - A Grounded Appraoch to Bellydance

Lavastudio — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 06:25:41 GMT

here's a little bit more of what i'll be covering in the "Liquid Lava Moves" workshop on July 26/09!

Part of the "Grounded Approach to Bellydance" Series -

this workshop is geared at training your body to develop the ability to move smoothly (arms/torso/hip movements done in a fluid controlled manner, and smooth transition ability from one move into the next). We will look at a series of yoga sequences that will help train upper back, neck and shoulders, spine, and hips/low back to isolate and become "unstuck", to execute and control your movements more fluently. Again, like all the workshops in this series - Posture!
the idea is for students to discover areas in their bodies that may have issues that hold them back, and learn what they can do to correct this, in a safe manner, and steadily build their bodies appropriately for each movement, and develop greater body awareness.

this workshop can be helpful for any style of bellydance, and level of practice, since we are all dealing with isolating movements. Good, info, practice and reminders for all of us.

hope to see you there!

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Summer Schedules are up!!

Lavastudio — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:13:54 GMT

Yay summer is coming! classes will still go through the summer, but with different sign up options.

A Summer with TRIBAL FUSION!!!! I'll be teaching lots of fun fusion moves and sequences that i love!

check it out:
http://lavastudio.ca/classes/

and workshops!
http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/

hope to see you there!

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RACHEL BRICE MASTER CLASS in Vancouver BC!!!

Lavastudio — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 07:09:27 GMT

Lava hosts Rachel Brice in a 3 hour master class in Vancouver BC!

Sunday June 28, 2009!!!!
3 - 6pm
Scotiabak Dance Ctr.
677 Davie St.

all details for class and registration - go to website

www.lavastudio.ca

this is all very impromptu, and the spots are already going!

Contact me now!
lavastudio@live.ca

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Tribal Fest 9 video

Lavastudio — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:24:31 GMT

i finally got my footage from Tribal Fest 9 on my post-crashed computer, so it's up on youtube if anyone wants to see it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubOTCaLHb-Q&feature=channel

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Summer Workshops in Vancouver!

Lavastudio — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:30:31 GMT

I've got 2 workshops planned, so far, for the Summer :

July 26/09 - Liquid Lava Moves "A Grounded Approach to Bellydance"
- moving 'smoooooth' in your bellydance sequences

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=43

Aug.23/09 - Tribal Fusion Choreography
- a tribal fusion choreography in Lava/Sisters of Alchemy styling!

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=44

registration is open!

email to
lavastudio@live.ca
for any questions

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WHEN ARE YOU COMING TO CALIFORNIA?????

John — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:00:50 GMT

I've been really excited about seeing you girls perform again. The HotPot crew is hitting up Tribal Fest and HARD. I hope one day i get to go to the studio... open then door and *POOF* there ya are. I swear if i ever had a chance to see you around Sacramento that would be awesome. I am really inspired and even really anxious to see what comes out of SOA this time at Tribal Fest and BEYOND!
IF you're ever in our region please hit up Amy (or any other Unmata member). Because you know my ass would be lickitty splitt over there *SNAP*. You know it!
I really can't wait to see you all again. Keep up the hard work.
From a big fan in Sacramento, California.
=-)

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TRIBAL FEST 9!!!!!

Lavastudio — Tue, 05 May 2009 20:21:47 GMT

Tribal Fest 9 - Next Week!!!

Super excited!!!

Can't wait to teach both my workshops

Wed - Power House Progressions!
Sun - Sideshow Improv & Parlour Tricks!

and I'll be performing on the Friday night!

see you all there!

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The Indigos Le Serpent Rouge in Bellingham Friday May 8th at the nite lite!

ZoeCablooey — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:23:41 GMT

Le Serpent Rouge: An Evening of Beguiling Dance and Strangely Familiar Music
Le Serpent Rouge is a wily half breed of vintage cabaret and old time music. Internationally renowned belly dance company The Indigo have charmed the hearts of princes and tramps alike, while The Crow Quill Night Owls and The Gallus Brothers have seduced the tympanums of thousands with their arresting interpretations of old timey country blues, jazz and pop. Sometimes enchanting, sometimes macabre, often raucous, but always delightful, this outfit breathes new life into the movement and spectacle of a bygone era in their new knockdown revue.

Current confirmed show details are as follows:

May 7 Sirens Port Townsend WA
May 8 Night Light Lounge Bellingham WA
May 10 Historical Armory Ashland OR
May 14 Broadway Studios San Francisco CA
May 17 Tribal Fest Sebastopol CA
May 20 Tractor Tavern Seattle WA
May 21 The Aladdin Theater Portland OR
May 23 Northwest Folk Life Festival Seattle WA
Please visit www.theindigo.net for more information.

Since the Indigo's inception in 2003, the company and its members have been seen throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia and Australia. The Indigo has toured extensively with The Bellydance Superstars, Lollapalooza, The Yard Dogs Road Show, and has performed at a number of festivals including the prestigious Glastonbury Festival. The Indigo has created and defined a new style of belly dance, embracing the roots of middle eastern dance while incorporating an aesthetic reminiscent of early twentieth century cabarets and world's fairs.

The Crow Quill Night Owls are submerged in the depths of old medicine show music like a serpent eating it's own tale,
playing a mix of 1920's jazz, jug band music, ragtime country blues, and minstrel songs gone feral.
Kit "Stymee" Stovepipe sings like the surface noise of an old 78 rpm record and picks a resophonic guitar like a broke down engine on rusty zig-zag tracks. while Windy City Alex shreds the tenor banjo and sings with a voice like piano notes gliding through the spokes of and old bicycle. The band is composed of part old instruments and part old junk, including tub bass, washboard, National steel guitar, banjo harmonicas and kazoos. They've indulged audiences all over the West Coast, from big concert hall to dusty street corner, playing the obscure songs of a forgotten America that sets people's toes to tappin'.

The Gallus Brothers play rollicking good country blues peppered with old rags, pre-war pop songs and dance tunes. Devin Champlin syncopates wildly on a reso-phonic guitar, while Lucas Hicks brings the music to a new level by playing percussion on a suitcase full of bones, bells, and antique tomfoolery. They have played up and down the west coast from festival stage to smoky bar, wooing crowds with their music, their humor, and their willingness to jump on a table, stand on eachother, and juggle while playing a good old tune from way back when.

www.theindigo.net

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MEDA bazaar... this weekend!

Lavastudio — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:07:17 GMT

Sisters of Alchemy will be at the MEDA bazaar all weekend!

come check out the booth with some new items by MiMi's Cauldron, and SOA stuff, too.

Lava solo performance - Sat @ 12:30pm

Lava FREE mini Workshop - Sun @ 1pm

Lava Students performance - Sun @ 2:30pm

come by and say hi!!

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"Zills dat Killz" - Pattern Drillz & Floorwork Skillz!! - Finger Cymbal Workshop

Lavastudio — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:12:42 GMT

another Finger Cymbal Workshop!

"Zills dat Killz" - Pattern Drills & Floorwork Skillz!

Sunday Apr.5/09

12 - 3:30pm
Scotiabank Dance Ctr.
677 Davie St.

A workshop for training to dance with your finger cymbals, and perfecting that layering skill.

Skill level - Open to All
Style - Open to any bellydance styles

This workshop is designed to take all participants through a progression of finger cymbal drills to learn with movement. We will start at the beginning and work our way to more advanced layering, patterns and moves.
The main objective of these finger cymbal workshops is to provide the students with practice techniques to take home and apply to your regular practice, or create your own practice. This workshop will have something for students of all levels, and all styles of bellydance.
Whether you want to dance/perform with finger cymbals accompanying your dance or not, this is still a great training tool to sharpen your musical/dance capabilities, and will always help your dance skills.
In this workshop, we will 'zill' our way through a progression of drills, followed by patterns and moves, and 2 combos - one with floorwork!
(All adaptable to whatever level you are at)

$45.00 - advance payment
$50.00 - at the door
$47.50 - paypal option

registration details on website - still some spaces left - sign up now!

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=40

this workshop is beneficial for anyone wanting to improve in zilling action with their moves, musicality and timing, layering skills, and learn some new patterns and ways of using them in combos.

for more info:
lavastudio@live.ca

hope to see you there!
Lava

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Backward Bending Training - Specialty Classes

Lavastudio — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 20:28:17 GMT

3 nights of Backward Bending Training!!

Mon. Mar.30 7:00 - 8:30pm
Tues Mar.31 7:00 - 8:30pm
Wed Apr.1 7:00 - 8:30pm

all classes @ Scotiabank Dance Ctr.
677 Davie St.

Skill level: Open to All (beneficial info for all levels from absolute beginners to experienced dancers)
Open to Any style

Each night will progress to the next, as we cover all areas involving Backward Bending in Bellydance.

Each night will include:

Specific yoga asanas for training
Isolation Drills for training
Movement breakdown and practice
Alternative executions of movements
Smooth movement Combos

Each night will build up to the next, to help take you through a smooth transition of deepening these movements, and give you a complete guide through Back Bending Motion.

all registration info is on my website:

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=41

Each night - $20.00 drop in fee
All 3 classes - $50.00 (paid by Mar.30)

*for paypal options email to :
lavastudio@live.ca

hope to see you there!
Lava

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AB CONTROL - the next "Grounded Approach to Bellydance" Workshop!

Lavastudio — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 21:47:13 GMT

Lava's next volume in the "Grounded Approach to Bellydance" Series...

Ab Control ~ from Fig. 8's to Bodywaves

Sunday Feb.15/09
12 - 3:30pm
Scotiabank Dance Ctr.

these workshops are meant to help all participants learn more about developing their own bellydance practice/training sessions. learn more ways to discover what your body needs to perform our favorite bellydance moves (and some new ones) correctly for your own body - without injury.

each workshop in this series will be filled with new Focus and movement vocabularies to add to your own personal practice. we want to become healthier beings as we progress and evolve in our dance.

registration is open, for all workshop and registration details go to:

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=39

for more info email to
lavastudio@live.ca

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Crimson Cabaret - Feb.7/09

Lavastudio — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:41:06 GMT

The North Shore Women Ctr. is having their annual fundraiser again!!!

CRIMSON CABARET!
Saturday Feb.7/09

a night to celebrate creative women!!

check out the great line up! talented women of all the arts!

*Sisters of Alchemy is honored to be performing!

http://www.northshorewomen.ca

earlybird tickets end this Thurs Jan.29!

hope to see you there!

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Tribal Style Classes - winter session 2009

Lavastudio — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 23:48:09 GMT

All classes start next week!!

Level 1 - Tues 7:00 - 8:30pm
Jan.13 - Mar.24

Level 2 - Mon 7:00 - 8:30pm
Jan.12 - Mar.23

Level 3 - Wed 7:00 - 8:30pm
Jan.14 - Mar.25

all classes held at Scotiabank Dance Ctr.
677 Davie St (Davie & Granville St. - downtown)

for class and registration details go to:

http://www.lavastudio.ca/classes

still a few spots left - sign up now!

Happy New Year!

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"Drillin it & Killin it!" - Mini Workshops with Lava

Lavastudio — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:24:48 GMT

There's one more workshop Wed.7/09, to give it all ya got!

"Drillin it & Killin it" - Crazy 88's!! - all body fig. 8's
Liquid-Lava moves!

for all workshop and registration details go to website:

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=38

still a few spots left!
come sweat it up with us!!

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SOA's "Tribal Soiree"!!!

Lavastudio — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 21:53:04 GMT

just a reminder that the Tribal Soiree is coming up on Dec.16th!!! Don't miss out on this fun fun night of dancing together, and mixin it up Tribal Style! Some performances, and lots of "Everyone Dance" time! Contests, Prizes!! Good tunes, great dancing!!

Dec.16th
@ the Anza Club
doors open at 7:15pm
Showtime at 8:00pm

tickets - $15.00

Take this opportunity to try out your lead and follow skills, or try it for the first time!! It's for all of us!

all the details - www.lavastudio.ca

email to: lavastudio@live.ca

hope to see you there!!!

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UNMATA WEEKEND!!!

Lavastudio — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 22:13:51 GMT

A big huge thank you to everyone that came out for the Unmata weekend!!! i'm sure you can all see why i wanted to bring them here for you to experience. they are by far the most fun ever! ... and have so much to give in terms of the future of tribal fusion bellydance, and to all styles in general!

Was that completely inspiring or what??

* and a big big thank you to all the performers in the evening show! you all did a fantastic job! i thank you from the bottom of my heart for being a part of it.

I had such a blast this weekend, thank you all for sharing it with me!

I did not lie, in saying that UNMATA always "Rocks the House"!!!

they sure did.

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TRIBAL FEST 9 - Number 9, Number 9 (3x3)! - Registration Open!!

Lavastudio — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 22:35:00 GMT

Yay! Tribal Fest 9 registration is open, if you're looking to sign up!!

I'll be teaching 2 workshops there, this coming year!!!

Mine are:

Wed May 13/09 - Power-House Progressions (... for the fearless who ROCK!)

Sun May 17/09 - Sideshow Improv & Parlour Tricks!

for full descriptions of all workshops and all registration details go to
http://www.blacksheepbellydance.com/tf9/index.html

to check out my website and all the events I have going on, go to:
http://www.lavastudio.ca

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UNMATA SHOW - Vancouver BC!

Lavastudio — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 01:05:50 GMT

Lava presents...

UNMATA!!!! (from Sacramento Ca.)
in a fabulous evening show!

Nov.22/08
@ Scotiabank Dance Centre
(Faris Studio Theatre)

Showtime - 8pm

This is a fabulous and rare opportunity to see such an incredible talent LIVE and get even more excited about this dance we all love so much. Don't miss UNMATA! They always 'ROCK THE HOUSE!'

* if you haven't seen them before - youtube NOW!
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=unmata&search_type=&aq=f

for ticket purchase and show details go to:

http://www.lavastudio.ca/performances/?performance_id=26

for workshop info and registration go to:

http://www.lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=27

Still a few spots left in the workshops - sign up now!!

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Workshops in the 2009...

Lavastudio — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 22:26:51 GMT

I am planning out workshops for 2009, so please let me know if any of these subjects are things you would sign up for. some have been asking and I'd like to know what others are looking for, too.
(it helps to know)

* Lava's "Grounded Approach to Bellydance Series" - in these I focus on all our bellydance movement (each workshop in the series has a different focus), and take you through many sequences that I have learned, used, discovered and still practice, over the years to help my technqiue and protect my body while I dance.

* "Zills dat Killz" Finger cymbal workshops!!!! - various subjects of focus within the finger cymbal range -good for learning to add this percussion to your dance, and also fabulous for imporoving your musical and timing skills.

* Tribal Fusion choreography - fast, slow, all of it!

* Intro to Tribal Style Bellydance - sometimes people want a refresher, and sometimes new tribal gals want to try it out

* Combos Combos Combos!!! - for fusion and for ATS vocabulary

...and whatever else I'm working with.

reply here or personal message me, if you like.

thanks!

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UNMATA WORKSHOP WEEKEND in VANCOUVER BC!!!!

Lavastudio — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:56:26 GMT

Lava will be hosting the Fabulous Amy Sigil of UNMATA, from Sacramento Ca. for a 2 day workshop & show weekend in Vancouver BC, Canada!!

Nov.22 & 23/08!!!
2 days of extreme bellydance workshops and an evening show!!

...and "the Party" goes a little somethin' like this...

Saturday Nov.22 '08
11:30am - 3:30pm

Sigil School
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the teaching format of Amy
Sigil in this interactive split session with UNMATA. In the first
half of class, Amy will share her experience, ideas, and dance
doctrine—as well as answer your questions. In the second
half of class, you will get on your feet for a Sigil School
whirlwind demonstration. Tag words: warm-ups, transitions,
music, mixes, tempo, choreography, common vocab, work,
craft, drill, team, time, counting, working backwards, notes,
repetition, fellowship, and yes, you will sweat!

Sunday Nov.23 '08
11:30am - 3:30pm

Rocking the Tribal Boat
Jump in feet first into the UNMATA Sea of Bellydance Fusion! You will get wet - but let's see how many moves you can fit into your tribal boat. This workshop features some rowdy Sigil Signatures strung together with "make-sense" transitions. Take it all apart for choppy waters or string it together for smooth sailing

* Both days are held at
Scotia Dance Ctr - 677 Davie St
(Davie & Granville - downtown Van)

** First registration package deadline coming up - Oct.1'08!!!

for all registration details go to:

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=27

You don't wanna miss out on this fabulous event - it will BLOW YOUR MINDS!

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ABBOTSFORD WORKSHOP with LAVA - Rescheduled!!!!

Lavastudio — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:13:20 GMT

Yay!! we were finally able to reschedule my workshop in Abbotsford BC!!!

Saturday Nov.1/08!

for all workshop and registration details go to

www.fraservalleybellydance.com

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=31

Hope to see you all there!!

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NATH KEO Workshop in Vancouver!!

Lavastudio — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 21:20:13 GMT

I'm hosting Nath Keo for a workshop because he's incredible!!

do yourself a favor - check it out!!!

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=35

Sunday Sept.21/08
12 - 3pm
the Dance Ctr. - 677 Davie St.

* You don't want to miss out on this rare opportunity!!!

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2008 FALL CLASS SCHEDULE - Registration Open!

Lavastudio — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 17:32:37 GMT

I've got my fall class schedule up on my website and registration is open!

just scroll down to each class listing...

http://lavastudio.ca/classes/

* the fall session usually fills up pretty fast

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Upcoming NATH KEO Workshop - Vancouver!!!

Lavastudio — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:05:25 GMT

This is just a reminder that I am hosting Nath for a workshop here in Vancouver in Sept.'08!!

Sunday Sept.21/08
12 - 3pm

He's an exceptional talent and should not be missed! I highly encourage you all to take advantage of this opportunity to study with one of Canada's best!
He's an amazing dancer/choreographer!
He's a fabulous instructor!
He's adorable!
... and he's teaching drum solo choregraphy!

if you need more reasons to sign up - check these out - there might be more posted, but i could find these for now

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma3ETA_vHJM&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPYxIiLiIeQ&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHmop-GUDIY&feature=related

all the workshop details are on my website

http://www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

I have already started taking registrations, so don't wait too long!!

I hope to see you there!!!

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TORSO CONTROL TRAINING! - A Grounded Approach to Bellydance part 2

Lavastudio — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:59:22 GMT

Wow, thanks to all you lovelies that came out for part 1 of this Series - I had such a great time sharing all this with you!!

And now for part 2!

* Part 2 can be taken on its own, if you missed part 1!

Sunday Aug.17/08

you can check the events listings and my website for all the details

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=33

* and for those of you wondering what's it all about - just ask some of those who came to part 1. we had a great day, and achieved some wonderful knowledge about ourselves!

Still some spots left for part 2 - sign up now!

hope to see you there!

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Whistler Tribal Workshops with Lava!

Lavastudio — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 21:35:25 GMT

Lava's coming to Whistler and Pemberton to teach Tribal Style!

Friday Aug.8/08
Whistler BC

Saturday Aug.9/08
Pemberton BC

for all the workshop and registration details go to:

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=32

* Still a few spots left in both workshops - sign up now!

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LAVA'S GROUNDED APPROACH ROCKS!!!!

mimiscauldron — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 05:45:58 GMT

I attended the July session of Lava's summer workshop series today and it did ROCK! It was an incredible day focusing on breathing, yoga, posture, strengthening and protection of the body. I loved the way you related all the poses to different bellydance moves and how you can improve them and take care of yourself.
So often when we dance, we can forget about our spines, hips and knees, and it was very helpful to have instruction on how to focus on all of these issues. I had an injured back this week and after today's class, I'm feeling sooo much better. I encourage everyone to take the next one on Sunday, August 17th. Dancing is a very demanding activity and our bodies deserve a little TLC! Thanks Lava!! Namaste everyone!

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Summer Workshop Series!

Lavastudio — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 21:10:40 GMT

I am holding 2 workshops this summer

"A Grounded Approach to Bellydance"

part 1 - Extensions & Support (Control & Prevention) - July 20/08

part 2 - Torso Control Trainng - Aug.17/08

Open to any skill level
Beneficial to any style of bellydance

these workshops are designed to help bring some awareness to our dance and movement, allowing us to develop our dance progress using good health and preventative practice, through warm ups, dance combos and finishing cool down goals - train ourselves to heal and improve while we dance!

for full workshop descriptions go to:

www.lavastudio.ca

I hope to see you there!

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Water-In-My-Ear

Helen — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:15:47 GMT

clip of Laura ( of Melodia fame) doing cabaret
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSn75C3zl74&feature=related

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Abbotsford Workshop - this Weekend!!

Lavastudio — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:05:43 GMT

Fraser Valley Bellydance is hosting me for a workshop this weekend in Abbotsford!

- a full afternoon of tribal style bellydance (YUM!)

Saturday June 28 '08
1:30 - 5:30pm

Can't wait! it's gonna be a fun afternoon!

For workshop content go to my website
http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=31

to register for the workshop
http://www.fraservalleybellydance.com/id1.html

Hope to see you all there!

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Hey sistahs - come check out the dancing yogi tribe!

Fantangela — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 20:49:31 GMT

http://tribes.tribe.net/dancingyogis

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SOA Tribal Fest 8 video

Lavastudio — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:18:50 GMT

in 2 parts:

part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_3FGSvghQs&feature=user

part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0REJm0U-I8&feature=user

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TRIBAL FUSION Choreography Workshop!!!

Lavastudio — Thu, 01 May 2008 23:44:34 GMT

just a reminder that I have a workshop coming up on June 8th that includes 2 pcs of choreography!!!

still a few spots left...

details & regsitration
http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=29

hope to see you there!

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performance this weekend!

Lavastudio — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 05:51:11 GMT

some of my students have been asking about up-coming performances - I'll be performing at Bellyfringe Bellydance's Midsummer Bellies Revue

this Sat. - June 7!

for tix and show details:

http://www.bellyfringe.ca

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Summer Session registration Open!

Lavastudio — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 19:33:23 GMT

Registration for summer session is now open - check website for sign-up options:

www.lavastudio.ca/classes

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Your cute pants.....?

Ne`ume — Sat, 24 May 2008 21:24:48 GMT

Hey ladies! First off, I would like to say that I loved your performance at Tribal Fest! Really cute! But I was wondering where you got thos cute little ruffled pants you wore in the performance? They are adorable!

Thanks! Ne`ume

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new at Cafe Press store!

Lavastudio — Tue, 27 May 2008 07:57:29 GMT

there are a few new items at the Lava Studio cafe press store!!!

check 'em out!
http://www.cafepress.com/lavastudio

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SoA acquire a new fan

John — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:00:39 GMT

Hello, and thank you very much for the performance at TF8. I'm a student of Unmata's Amy Sigil at Hot Pot Studio in Sacramento, CA. Your performance was beautiful. It's entity was very moving and i almost lost my voice screaming your praises when you took your final steps off the stage.
I very much like your style of belly dance. Could you tell me more about it? For instance, what inspires your movements? I even went on youtube.com and watched the video: Alchemy Sisters - Take 2! It's very beautifully done.

Thanks for coming to TF and rocking my chakras ladies. Hope to see your brilliance again and SOON!!! You now have a dedicated fan down south. =-)

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HOLY CRUMB - TRIBAL FEST 8 - in 10 days!!!

Lavastudio — Mon, 05 May 2008 02:34:03 GMT

Oh man, 10 days away!!!!! So so so very excited to go!!!

Can't wait to meet all you lovelies that signed up for my workshop!!!

see you all soon!

Lava

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Announcement: New Studio in New Westminster! (cross-post)

Aradeeya — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 17:50:53 GMT

EXCITING NEWS!

I am VERY pleased to formally announce that Ammara Dance Studio located at 40 Sixth St in New Westminster, is officially up, running and open for business!

www.ammara.ca

Formerly Masabo Dance, Ammara Dance Company will continue the Masabo tradition of being a main center for West African Dance and drumming, continuing to offer classes with Internationally renowned performers and artists. In addition, we are offering Brazilian Capoeira, and we have added even more Belly Dance classes, fitness classes, and next month we begin our Yoga classes! Spread the news! :)

Ammara is now open for on-line registration and will be open starting tomorrow for in-person registration. Website is always being updated with new and exciting classes so check back often. Ammara offers all types of classes for ALL ages, there is something here for everyone! (And if there is a class you want to take that we don't offer, let me know and I'll see what I can do!)

Ammara Dance Studio is also available for rental during times when there are no classes scheduled.

If you are interested in running a class or workshop at Ammara, please PM me and I will give you the email address to send your proposal. We are currently open for submissions for summer classes and workshops and Fall classes.

I can't thank ENOUGH the people who have been so supportive and inspiring (and patient!) with me on this new endeavor. It is truly and exciting and every day that passes makes me SO thankful to be part of such a fantastic community.

See you at Ammara!

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Spring Session Tribal Classes - starts today!

Lavastudio — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 08:06:29 GMT

Spring session for all of my classes starts this week:

Mon - Level 2
Tues - Level 1
Wed - Level 3

please check out my website for more details

www.lavastudio.ca/classes

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New Witchazel items posted!

Witchazel_Design — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 23:58:58 GMT

to view new Grafted Panel Skirts, Wasted Fringe Belts and Vaude Skirts, please visit:
people.tribe.net/witchazel_design

thanks for looking!
Shana
Witchazel Design

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Upcoming Workshops...

Lavastudio — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 07:43:12 GMT

I just want to say thanks to all the lovely ladies who came to my drill classes this week. I was trying out some new-ish ideas for some future workshops and wanted to see how you would respond to the subjects involved, so I appreciate you coming and sweating it up with me...and melting...

please do let me know if you would be interested in full workshops on these and other subjects like these. feel free to PM me.

I had a great time this week, I loved the focus - I loved sharing these moments with you.

thanks again ladies.
hope to see you soon.

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Technique practice & Extras!

Lavastudio — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 21:33:06 GMT

Next week - in between my winter and spring sessions - I am holding 3 special drilling classes!

Each class - Open to all levels.

these are for straight-up practice of specific moves that could always use more practice, and a chance for me to add in some of the special training tips that I don't always get to include in regular classes - deeper focus on specific movement - to help you develop muscle memory, and a greater understanding of why to do specific preparations for specific movements.

these will be yummy work-out sessions for those who like to work up a sweat, topped off with some wonderful cool-down poses, that you can (and should) take home to use after every practice.

still some spots left - for more details to register go to

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=30

for more details - lava@lavastudio.ca

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Spring Session Registration Open!

Lavastudio — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 20:44:56 GMT

My Spring Session for Tribal Style Classes is Open for registration!

check out the details on my website:

http://www.lavastudio.ca/classes

see you there!

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Tribal Fest 8 Workshop - SOLD OUT!

Lavastudio — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 21:33:34 GMT

Yay! Chuck just informed me that my workshop at Tribal Fest 8 (in Sebastopol Ca.) is now SOLD OUT!

I'm so excited and honored to be invited to teach and perform - I love this event!!!!!

Can't wait to see you all there!

http://blacksheepbellydance.com/tf8/schedule.html

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SOA @ MEDA Bazaar - this weekend!

Lavastudio — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 21:50:29 GMT

just a reminder that all the members of Sisters of Alchemy will be present at the MEDA Bazaar this weekend at :

Bonsor Community Ctr.
6550 Bonsor Ave.
(next to Metrotown - one block from skytrain)

We'll have a table for vending:

WITCHAZEL Design
MIMI'S CAULDRON
Lava

And I will be doing a solo performance on Sunday afternoon @ 1:35pm!

So, please come by and say hello to the "Sistahs" - (if you're comin to shop, bring cash!)

see you there!

Lava

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Tribal Fest 8 - registration is on!

Lavastudio — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 07:20:21 GMT

For those of you wanting to make it down to Tribal Fest 8 in May 2008, registration started today - with shopping cart to register on line!!!
Don't hesitate to sign up, these workshops will go fast!!

I'll be teaching a "Tribal Fusion Drum Solo Choreography Workshop" on Wed May 14!!
I hope to see some of you there!!!

sign up now!!

http://www.blacksheepbellydance.com/tf8/schedule.html

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VEGAS, Baby!... class schedule reminder

Lavastudio — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 20:32:29 GMT

just a reminder that there are no classes on:

Mar.3 - level 2
Mar.4 - level 1
Mar.5 - level 3
Mar.10 - level 2

as I will be in Las Vegas for the "Tribal MASSIVE" & "MASSIVE Spectacular" with Rachel Brice and Mardi Love!!!!

* you can always check the class schedules on my website, too

http://www.lavastudio.ca/classes

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Tribal Drilling Classes

Lavastudio — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 18:29:28 GMT

With all the broken up weeks in the sessions from the traveling I'm doing this spring, I thought I would hold a week of drilling classes in between the winter & spring sessions. I'll post the details on my website

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=30

these will be straight drilling technique and moves practice - all levels mixed each night!
3 nights to sweat, sweat, sweat!

hope to see you there!

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good job ladies!...

Lavastudio — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 20:43:52 GMT

thanks & "Good job" to all the lovely ladies who came out for the finger cymbal workshop yesterday!!!

* Thank you to MiMi's Cauldron & Witchazel Design for vending all their fabulous goodies - always new stuff, always great!

* And, I wanted to see how many people would be interested in a workshop that finished up both pieces of the 2nd track I gave out yesterday "Sekmetron", the choreography we worked on yesterday with finger cymbals, and "Love me, Love me" that I taught at my last tribal fusion choreography workshop in November 2007 (the one with the scream!)!

Please let me know how many of you would be interested in finishing/learning both pieces and put them together as they are in the 2nd track on the cd's I handed out yesterday (at the ZILLS DAT KILLZ workshop) - if there is enough interest, I would set up another workshop for this - to finish the whole piece and perhaps have it ready for the next Tribal Soiree!

thanks again ladies - I had a great day with you!

Lava

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Rachel Brice TRIBAL MASSIVE ... few spots left!

Lavastudio — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:38:12 GMT

Don't miss out on this fabulous opportunity to study with Rachel Brice & Mardi Love ... in Vegas!!

Only 6 or 7 spots left!!!! Hosted by the fabulous Tori King of Bedouin Events & Daughters of Durga. Check out the incredible package deal for this amazing week!!!

http://www.thetribalmassive.com/index.htm

I'm goin!

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"ZILLS" Workshop...

Lavastudio — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 22:17:22 GMT

* just a note about the "ZILLS DAT KILLZ" Finger Cymbal workshop on Feb 17th - this pce of choreography is the *bonus piece* I was planning on using at my last tribal fusion workshop last November. So this pce follows the crazy "Love me Love me" pce we did that day. For those who attended that last one, we can try it all together at the very end of the workshop, if time permits.

This chroeography is still of course very adaptable to fit any style and really, who doesn't love 'MADURO'!?!
For workshop and registration details

www.lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=26

Hope to see you there!

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Lava vid

Lavastudio — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 23:39:32 GMT

more practice - made a promo video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-voIKde-yE

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Level 1 class SOLD OUT!

Lavastudio — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 20:41:32 GMT

Level 1 class - tuesday evenings is sold out for the winter session (goes till the end of Mar.), so for now, I will not have room for drop in, I'm afraid. So sorry, but I can't pack more people into this space, for the time being.

You can certainly check back in a few weeks to see what the status is on space availability.

* Students who have never joined the class before are certainly encouraged to register for a session for the first time through, since this class is based on dancing together, and following a format with a specific vocabulary of moves. If you are registered you are more likely to attend all (or most) of the classes and this allows the class to grow together and progress. If there are too many people who attend only now and then, it does slow the class down.

You can check back on my website

http://www.lavastudio.ca/classes - for updates on drop in availability.

thanks so much for all your interest and enthusiasm!

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ZILLS DAT KILLZ (Intensive) Finger Cymbal Workshop!

Lavastudio — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:20:59 GMT

My next ZILLS DAT KILLZ workshop is coming up!!!

Sun FEB.17/08
12 - 3pm
Scotia Dance Ctr. - 677 Davie St.

* These finger cymbal workshops are designed to be beneficial to bellydancers of any style, any skill level.

* Finger Cymbals are not only a wonderful accompaniment to Bellydance, but also it is a fabulous tool for learning musical timing and layering. So, whether you dance/perform with them regularly, or not, these workshops are meant to help everyone with hearing/feeling their music, their timing, and learn, practice & perfect the exciting art of Finger Cymbals. It is always a pleasure to experience someone dancing and using finger cymbals well, plus it is a wonderful talent to be able to make your own music, should you need it!
* This is also an excellent tool for training your body to layer movement - and many have found it to be a pivotal point in their layering abilities.
* PLUS - this time we will also work on patterns/combos, and put them into a piece of choreography!!!

* for workshop & registrations details - http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=26

or PM me for any questions.

This may be the only workshop I get to do for a while, because of travelling, so I'm hoping as many of you as possible who have been asking about these finger cymbals workshops can make it!!!!

thanks, hope to see you there!
Lava

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teeny interview & performance

Lavastudio — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 21:25:20 GMT

if anyone is interested, I did an interview and performance for a dance documentary for some students at Kwantlen College, a few months ago - there is a short piece of interview and performance included in their final production.
If you'd like to check it out:

http://www.kwantlenchronicle.ca/multimedia/Dance/

(once on that page, just click on my photo and then hit the 'play' arrow)

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Save the Date!!!

Lavastudio — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 22:57:34 GMT

just an early mention, so you can all mark your calenders for:

Nov.22 & 23/08!!!!

for..... UNMATA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'll be hosting the Lovely Amy Sigil for a 2 day workshop & show weekend in Vancouver BC!!!

lot's more details coming!!.....

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At The Beaumont Studios!

Lavastudio — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:53:58 GMT

Sisters of Alchemy members WITCHAZEL DESIGN & MIMI'S CAULDRON are now located at the Beaumont Studios in Vancouver!

These two fabulous ladies have joined the list of selected Vancouver Artists to reside at the Beaumont Studios:
Studio 1, The Beaumont Studios
316 W.5th Ave. (near Cambie St.)
Vancouver BC

and are Open for Business!!!! - Shop by appointment!

For appointments & info on both these designers

MiMi's Cauldron - beautiful hand-crafted jewelry, paintings and works of art
http://tribes.tribe.net/mimiscauldron

Witchazel Design - tribal dance wear & hip street wear
http://tribes.tribe.net/witchazeldesign

* Check out their amazing works of art, every piece is unique - find your personal pieces!

* You can also check out what they are up to with Sisters of Alchemy:
www.sistersofalchemy.com

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SOA video - Take 2!

Lavastudio — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 03:18:49 GMT

same "Sistahs", through different eyes.

because I like making stuff.

check it out:

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

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Winter 2008 tribal classes - open for registration!

Lavastudio — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 20:18:30 GMT

this is just a reminder that the winter session 2008 starting in Jan.08 is open for regsitration!!

* please make note of the changes in venue and times for some classes!!

people have started to sign up already, so don't wait too long to secure a spot!!

check it out -

www.lavastudio.ca/classes

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Lava & SOA performances coming up... in 2008!

Lavastudio — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 20:47:49 GMT

Here's a few links to some of the places you can see us dance

Mar.7/08 - Rachel Brice Tribal MASSIVE (weeklong) Las Vegas, NV - Lava solo performance at the 'MASSIVE Spectacular' show

http://www.thetribalmassive.com/spectacular.html

Apr./08 - IBCC - Main Stage performance - Toronto ON - Lava solo performance

http://www.bellydanceconference.com/Main%20Stage.htm

May/08 - Tribal Fest 8 - Sebastopol Ca. - Lava teaching a workshop and Sisters of Alchemy will be performing!

http://blacksheepbellydance.com/tf8/wednesday.html - scroll to the last listing on Wednesday page

... more to come!

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Lava & SOA Cafe Press Store!

Lavastudio — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 21:57:13 GMT

In response to those of you who have asked about more t-shirts, etc., SOA has opened a Cafe Press Store for raising funds for all the upcoming travels, shows & events fo 2008!! If you'd like to help support, please do check it out!

http://www.cafepress.com/lavastudio

thanks!

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Tribal Soiree "thank you's"...

Lavastudio — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:49:04 GMT

I just wanted to say thanks to everyone who came out to the Tribal Soiree last night! It was wonderful to see so many people show up and participate!!!!! That was incredible! I wanted to create an evening where we could all get together, all on the same vibe/wavelength, and just dance! I loved watching everyone - it was so beautiful, to see so many people dancing together, and see so many people smiling with each other and enjoying dancing together. *** Thank you all for totally participating "all out", "full-tilt", "bringin' it fully loaded", during all the "Everyone Dance" sections, you fulfilled the purpose and essence of the dance, and made my wishes come true!!! Thank you thank you thank you!
Thanks to Belly Belly Hip for performing and having an "Everyone Dance" section with them as well. It was gorgeous!!! and impressive to see so many people jump up and try a different style - Bravo to all of you! you all blended beautifully!
and also a big thanks to Audrey, "Wed-night-Allison", Gillian, Cathy, "Mon-night-Alison", Diane and Catherine (Patsy Stone) - for helping us out with the tasks throughout the evening. "Couldn't have done it without you!"
We truly appreciate your help, and the support of "everyone " who came out last night! I had a great night with you all. Hope you did too!

We just might take a break now...

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SOA's "Tribal Soiree"!

Lavastudio — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 01:49:27 GMT

this is a head's up for all you lovely tribal students/dancers to save the date - Dec.17/07 - to come on out for SOA's "Tribal Soiree"!!!

Sisters of Alchemy's "Tribal Soiree" (Tribal Dance Night) is a night for students, tribal dancers and enthusiasts, practicing tribal lead & follow improv, to get together for a social evening of getting dressed up (in all your fabulous gear), having a few drinks/food, and dancing together with other students, tribal lead & follow dancers and mixin' it up together.
Lava's respective levels of classes will be presenting "demos", followed by 'open dance - lead & follow' with any other participants who want to join in and dance together.
A slightly informal evening for socializing and group dancing together to get some practice at what you learn in your classes, and get to know more people in this tribal community that we are trying to help build.

A more detailed description of the events of the evening will be posted closer to the date, plus, a performance by Sisters of Alchemy.
This is meant as a nice way to get together and finish out the year,doing what we love so much!

more details coming...

thanks,
Lava

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Pagan/Alternative Vancouver?

Lyndi — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 04:56:28 GMT

SOrry for putting this here, I'm just not sure where to find any Pagan information (bookstores, events, etc) in Vancouver. I'm from Halifax NS but I'm here for school. I want to know about all the alternative events here, there must be so many and I'm totally out of the loop and have not many friends here. Also Burlesque nights, Gothy fun, etcetcetc. Halifax may be little, but at least I knew everyone and how to get involved in things. Does anyone have any good ideas for becoming more immersed in the alternative scene here?
Mwah!

And I wish I could get more involved and do some dancing here, but now I started my new job. Darn being a student!*lol*

Lyndi

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Tribal Drills & Thrills Series!

Lavastudio — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 23:34:41 GMT

During the holiday break between sessions, I'll be holding 3 drilling classes to stay in practice!

Open to All!

3 Wednesday nights @ Harbour Dance Ctr. (downtown Vancouver)
7:00 - 8:30pm

*discount on registration for all 3!

for details go to:
http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=25

** and don't forget ~ 2008 Winter Session of classes is open for registration - people are already signing up, so check out the class listing and sign up now to save yourself a spot!

www.lavastudio.ca/classes

*** BUT FIRST!!!! Dec.17/07 - SOA's "Tribal Soiree" !!! - come share the evening with Sisters of Alchemy, and dance!!!!
http://lavastudio.ca/performances/?performance_id=23

hope to see you all there!!

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TRIBAL FUSION Choreography Workshop this Sunday!!!

Lavastudio — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 21:58:22 GMT

Just a reminder that my Tribal Fusion Choreography Workshop is this Sunday - I've got 2 pieces of choreography - both brand new and original - that I'm very excited to share with you all!!! I love fusion stuff!!!

Tribal Fusion Choreography Workshop - Nov.25 - 10:30am - 1:30pm @ Scotia Dance Ctr.
Still a few spots left, for those interested. All details can be found on my website

www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

*has paypal option or you can pay at the door - check fees in listing!

SOA members Witchazel Design & MiMi's Cauldron will be vending - so you can get those last minute purchases that you may want to wear at the "SOA TRIBAL SOIREE" on Dec.17/07 at Jupiter Lounge!!! (bring cash!)

www.lavastudio.ca/performances

any questions about the workshop PM me now!

Hope to see you there!

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TRIBAL DAY with Sisters of Alchemy - Nov.18!

Lavastudio — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 20:17:56 GMT

Sisters of Alchemy are coming to Confidance Studio in P. Coq. BC

Lava will instruct a full afternoon of Tribal technique & format, plus some dancing to the drum & fusion combos - full tribal package!

Sunday Nov.18/07
2-5pm @ Confidance Studio #107 - 1320 Kingsway Ave. P.Coq

Full workshop description on website

www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

*Vending with
Witchazel Design
MiMi's Cauldron

* don't miss out - great practice for the upcoming Sisters of Alchemy "Tribal Soiree"

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Tribal MASSIVE 2008 - early-bird special almost over!

Lavastudio — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 21:44:53 GMT

Just a reminder that the 'early-bird special' for Tribal MASSIVE 2008 is almost up - Nov.24/07 deadline!!!

TRIBAL MASSIVE weeklong with Rachel Brice - Mar.4 - 9 2008 in Las Vegas NV

I'll be performing in 'the MASSIVE Spectacular' evening show starring RACHEL BRICE & MARDI LOVE!

For all TRIBAL MASSIVE info go to:
http://www.thetribalmassive.com/index.htm

** You know it's gonna be a blast!!

Hope to see you there!
Lava - www.lavastudio.ca

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Tribal Fest 8!

Lavastudio — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 21:36:45 GMT

Tribal Fest 8 registration should be any day now, so stay tuned - and I do hope that some of you attending TF8 will be able to sign up for my workshop there - I'm making it extra extra special!!!
Kajira asked me to teach a drum solo workshop, so mine will be:

Tribal Fusion Drum Solo Choreography!!!!

This one will definitely Rock!!! I'm pushin it to the absolute limits and beyond!!!

for full TF8 details:

http://www.blacksheepbellydance.com/tf8/index.html

keep checking back for regsitration to open!!!

If you'd like to knw more about myself and my troupe

www.lavastudio.ca

www.sistersofalchemy.com

check it out!

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new "Sistahs" video clip!

Lavastudio — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 21:44:41 GMT

we was havin some fun at our latest photoshoot!! and I was havin some fun editing!

http://lavastudio.ca/performances/?performance_id=13

the link titled "SOA Tribal Home Movies"

*****************************************************************

** Plus, don't forget -

This weekend - Sunday Nov.18 - Sisters of Alchemy Tribal Day @ Confidance Studio

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=23

and next weekend - Sunday Nov.25 - Tribal Fusion Choreography Workshop - Vancouver

http://lavastudio.ca/workshops/?workshop_id=24

* great new stuff every time!

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SOA performance clips from MEDA show '07

Lavastudio — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 23:43:07 GMT

here's an edited piece from our performance at the MEDA show '07

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XN3UND-MW70

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"Zills dat Killz" - Combos for Layering Practice (finger cymbal workshop)

Lavastudio — Fri, 14 Sep 2007 18:05:58 GMT

Lava's next workshop (Vancouver BC) ...

"Zills dat Killz" - Combos for Layering Practice

Sunday Oct.14/07
5:30 - 9:00pm
Scotia Dance Ctr. - 677 Davie St.

Finger Cymbals are not only a favorite accompaniment for bellydance, but also an excellent learning/practice tool for your timing, rhythm and musical instincts. Whether you choose to use finger cymbals in a performance setting or not, practicing finger cymbals will undoubtedly make you a better dancer by becoming connected with your music on another physical level.
Finger Cymbal Drilling techniques for a place to start for beginners and continued practice for those with some finger cymbal experience.
Progressive drilling with introduction to layering movement with finger cymbals (adding another rhythm of focus...). Plus, 2 short combos to keep developing your practice.
There will be plenty for all levels of skill to use and practice.

$40 - advance price
$45 - at the door
*plus paypal available (small s/c applies - check website)

*Plus SOA members will be vending!!
- Witchazel Design
- MiMi's Cauldron

for more info and registration details

www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

** Also, keep checking out the performances page for up-coming performances by Sisters of Alchemy!!

Hope to see you there!

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Sisters of Alchemy on YouTube!

Lavastudio — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 06:10:40 GMT

if you wanna see some earlier footage...

Part 1 of Sisters of Alchemy performance at the "Urban Tribal Experience" - hosted by Lava in Vancouver 2006

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ofj2Y7i_xTE

enjoy!

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Lava - teaching @ TF8!!!!

Lavastudio — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 08:10:33 GMT

I am so proud to say that it's official... I will be one of the instructors for Tribal Fest 8 - the Year of Infinite Possibilites!!!
Kajira and Chuck asked me a few days ago, and I probably haven't slept since! - way too excited!!

So, that means that my girls - "Sistahs of Alchemy" - Shelley and Shana will be going with me to perform on the big stage, too!!!!

(Way too cool, innit?)

check it out for yourself - http://bsbd.tribe.net/thread/90fea616-eedf-4e94-a573-d4db4e6d5926

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Sisters of Alchemy performing...

Lavastudio — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 01:14:36 GMT

Sisters of Alchemy will be performing at MEDA's "Twilight at the Oasis" show featuring Nathalie Lebel
Saturday Sept.29/07 @ Bonsor Banquet Hall
workshop & show details
www.medabellydance.com

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Tattos in Vancouver, your fave?

Lyndi — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 18:30:25 GMT

I didn't find this post on this tribe..but I am new to tribe so it is kinda hard for me to figure out : ) Anyhow, i am moving to Vancouver soon and I would love to find a new tattoo artist. I know people have recommended the Dutchman on other pages, as well as Infinity Ink, what do you think? Fave artists, places? I need some more ink once I can afford it, but I want to go to someone special. And preferably if they are good with colour, and flowers. I also relaly want a person who can do custom work, as I need their help designing a tattoo. Mwah!

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Classes start next week!!!

Lavastudio — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 20:05:23 GMT

Yay, don't forget - classes start next week! I've taken a few days for a break (eat, drink, be silly), and feel ready ready ready to jump back into it! Classes have been filling up, so if you are interested in attending and have not signed up yet, better contact me first, to see if there is still room. all the class details

www.lavastudio.ca/classes

* and my next workshop has been posted, so please check that out too!!
"Zills dat Killz" - Oct.14/07
www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

Can't wait!!

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Lava's Fall Class Registration - OPEN!!

Lavastudio — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 20:20:46 GMT

Registration for fall classes is open!

Check out my fall class schedule for class details and registration info

www.lavastudio.ca/classes

more workshops for the fall - to be listed soon...

* the fall session usually sells out pretty fast, so sign up sooner than later!!

**Also - Tribal Fusion 'Alchemy' workshop is tomorrow (Aug.19) at 12 noon - still a few spots left!
www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

hope to see you soon!

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Lava @ Tribal Fest 7 - video

Lavastudio — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:21:30 GMT

some people have asked, so...

it's taken from the side, and the processing seems to have squished me in height, but here it is!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rM75FSM0xAY

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TRIBAL FUSION ALCHEMY - Aug.19 - next Lava workshop

Lavastudio — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 16:53:44 GMT

My next workshop - the last of my 2007 summer series is coming up!! Don't miss out!!!

This is a definite "fusion" workshop that will be loaded with lots of new things to try and great music!!!!
details from event listing:

Tribal Fusion "Alchemy" - Lava's next Workshop (Vancouver BC)

Sunday Aug.19 /07
12 - 3:30pm @ Scotia Dance Ctr. - 677 Davie St.

This workshop will include a conditioning warm up, drills for thrills, and tribal fusion 'cool bits' to keep yourself on the cutting edge - cool tunes(Tobin & more!), cool moves - stuff you don't wanna miss... pushing the boundaries to new limits!
This workshop will include energy work to maximize our grounding and connection to the music, plus, some of my favorite styles to fuse - Tribal vocabulary, Classical Indian dance & Hip Hop influences - short pieces of choreography - to bring the summer session to a close and "Rock it!"

*bring yoga mat (if you have one) & water!

$40 advance price
$45 at the door

Plus - Vending!!!!!
SOA members will be vending with all their goodies!!!
All the hippest styles for all your wardrobes!... don't miss!
Witchazel Design
MiMi's Cauldron
Lava
(I believe cash is best!)

For registration details & workshop info
www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

* sign up now!
hope to see you there!

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Yard Sale Fundraiser - This Saturday!

Fantangela — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 22:00:29 GMT

Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, come one and all to the Venus Bellydance Yard Sale Fundraiser 2007!

The students of Venus Bellydance have an opportunity to study in Argentina next year with the legendary Amir Thaleb! As such, they’ve been working their beads off to raise the funds needed to get there.

As part of our fundraising campaign for the year, we have organized a Yard Sale at 2253 Grant Street in Vancouver!

When: Saturday, August 18th (THIS Saturday, kids!)
Where: 2253 Grant Street, Vancouver
When: 10am – 3pm
What can you find there? Clothing, movies, kids stuff, books, bellydance gear, trinkets, knick-knacks, and other previously loved treasures for your home and enjoyment!

*** Please note: As the weather in this city is unpredictable at best, this event is weather permitting! Please check back here on Friday night for an update as to whether this Yard Sale will have to be held on another date!***

We look forward to seeing you – it’s going to be a great day! Please keep an eye out for future Venus Bellydance Fundraising events this year!

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Summer Belly Dance Bazaar, August 5, SOA is vending!

Witchazel_Design — Sat, 28 Jul 2007 18:33:40 GMT

Sisters of Alchemy members are vending at this event! Lava, Mimi's Cauldron and Witchazel Design!!

Sanctuary is closing, so please come down and say your goodbyes to the space, while connecting with your community and (of course!) doing a bit 'o shoppin'!

*from the MEDA website!

Summer Belly Dance Bazaar!
Aug. 5th, 2007

Hip scarves, costumes, dvds, music, dance apparel, and more!

Where: The Sanctuary, 5475 Dunbar St., Kitsilano

Time: 12-5pm

Contact Kim Pechet for more info: jonestown@telus.net or (604) 261-5721

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next Lava Workshop ('Kickin Combos", man) - July 15!!!

Lavastudio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:08:30 GMT

next workshop in the 2007 Summer Series is coming up!!!!!

Sunday July 15 ~ 12 - 3:30pm Scotia Dance Ctr. - 677 Davie St.
" Kickin Your ATS" Combos!!!

Keep your ATS dancing constantly moving forward and staying on the cutting edge with some cool "Sisters of Alchemy" combos to apply!!! This beautifully hypnotic style of dance always feels exciting when you throw in new ideas and keep it feeling alive!
Combos for all your tribal (or other) styling - can be used for ATS improv or in choreographed numbers. Good for any level of experience and any styling. ~ It's all about the ideas and trying them out!

Workshop includes conditioning warm up, technique drills, and combos for both fast & slow improv or choreographies!... and maybe a little dancin' to the drum, too!

* bring yoga mat (if you have one), finger cymbals (if you like to stay in practice with your fast moves combos - it's totally your choice!), and water, water, water!!!

Plus - Vending!!!!!
SOA members will be vending with all their goodies!!!
All the hippest styles for your wardrobes!... don't miss!
Witchazel Design
MiMi's Cauldron
Lava
(I believe cash is best!)

$40 - (each workshop) advance payment
$75 - both summer workshops (July 15 & Aug.19) advance payment
$45 - (each workshop) at the door

for info on registration go to:

www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

come spend an afternoon with "da Sistahs"!!

any questions - lava@lavastudio.ca

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Folk Fest weekend & workshop!

Lavastudio — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 19:49:37 GMT

coming up this week is the Folk Fest weekend!!!

Members of Sisters of Alchemy will be vending at the festival - so please come say hello and check out all the fabulous goodies!!!

Friday 13th - (evening) - MiMi's Cauldron & Lava will be vending & hangin out!
Saturday 14th - (all day) - Witchazel & MiMi's Cauldron will be vending & hangin out!
Sunday 15th - Lava's "Kickin Your ATS" Combos workshop @ Scotia Dance Ctr. (downtown Van.) - all 3 members of SOA will be vending at the workshop
* come join the workshop at 12 noon and go to the festival after!!! (just a short bus ride over the bridge!)

workshop info: www.lavastudio.ca/workshop

we hope to see you all there!!!

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Summer Session - this week - YAAAAYY!!

Lavastudio — Sat, 30 Jun 2007 20:11:12 GMT

just a reminder that the summer session is starting this week - except for Level 2, that starts on July 9 (studio is closed on the Monday after the long weeked).

Wed. Tribal Fusion class - for July is SOLD OUT!!! - maybe one spot for Aug. - definitely check with me first!

Mon. Level 2 Tribal class - one or two spots available for the summer - check with me first

Tues. Level 1 Tribal class - a few spots left for the summer

* to check out class descriptions, locations and fees:
www.lavastudio.ca/classes

** and 2 more Summer workshops happening:

Sunday July 15 - "Kickin Your ATS" Combos
Sunday Aug.19 - Tribal Fusion "Alchemy"
* www.lavastudio.ca/workshops - check them out!

Can't wait!! See you soon!

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The Ala Nar Hafla

talula — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 17:39:39 GMT

[I'm cross posting this everywhere, so moderators, if you don't want me posting, feel free to delete]

Finally, Ala Nar is having their 2nd hafla!

Join Ala Nar in celebrating the talents of their amazing students and wonderful friends. It all happens on Wednesday June 27th @ 7:30pm at The End Cafe on the Drive.

The End is on Commercial and Grandview, right across the street from Commercial Skytrain station. The cafe does not take reservations- seats are first come first serve, so come early. There is no cover, but the purchase of food and/or beverages is required.

See ya there!

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Ethereal Vibe Spring Hafla Tonight! (x-post)

Skye — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 20:47:30 GMT

Incase you missed it, here's the info again...

Once again (since we had so much fun last time!), Ethereal Vibe Presents:

Spring Student Hafla '07 & Local Bellydance Showcase!

Sunday June 24th 2007, 6 -9pm (Doors open at 5pm for dinner)
Location: Beluga Bar & Grill, 21671 Fraser Hwy, Langley BC
*Cover Charge only $2!*

No reserved seating - first come, first served! All drinks on special!

Student performances and and an awesome lineup of local talent...

Contact Skye at etherealvibe@hotmail.com or www.etherealvibe.ca for more information/map etc.

Don't miss out!!

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Slinky Sunday!

Lavastudio — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 20:16:42 GMT

Big big thanks to all of you who came out for my Tribal Duets "Black" Choreography workshop yesterday!!! Wow, we made it through the whole choreography in one afternoon!! and you all rocked it beautifully!!!! It was a fun choreography to teach and I was impressed at how well everyone picked it up!! Nice job!! I love that song and you all put some 'slink' into it!

thanks to Witchazel & MiMi's Cauldron for vending at the workshop - always great new stuff!!

I certainly had a great time - I hope you all did too!

I have 2 more workshops coming up this summer - each one will be different in content, but does promise more 'slinky-snakey-smooth'!!
you can check these out at

www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

- oh and thanks to Audrey for bringing the yummy brownies!!!

Hope to see you at the next one!! July 15th - "Kickin Your ATS" Combos - good for choreographies or bringing a new vibe to your lead & follow practice!

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Lava's Tribal Summer Series!!

Lavastudio — Sun, 13 May 2007 19:58:30 GMT

More tribal classes and workshops coming up this summer with Lava & SOA!!!

2 short summer sessions of classes (or take them all as one session for a discount) - plenty of movement break downs, fine-tuning drilling, and 'kickin' combos - fun for everyone! For class & registration details (all of these classes have sold out in the past - don't hesitate to save yourself a spot!):

www.lavastudio.ca/classes

and..

3 Tribal Style Workshops - each different and exciting!!

June 17 - Tribal Duets "Black" Choreography
July 15 - "Kickin Your ATS" Combos
Aug.9 - Tribal Fusion "Alchemy"

don't miss out on all the fun!!!

cool tunes / cool moves...

check out Lava's website for workshop and registration details (summer discounts on purchasing 2 or 3 workshops):

www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

** Plus SOA members Witchazel Design & MiMi's Cauldron will be vending at these workshops with all the 'hippest' styles for your wardobes!

registration has already started for the Summer Series - don't miss out - sign up now!!!

**And don't forget about the Tribal Style Intro workshop with Lava (June 10)- hosted by Zelia in Maple Ridge!!!
www.lavastudio.ca/workshops

Hope to see you soon!!!

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BIG Thanks to Zelia!!!!

Lavastudio — Mon, 11 Jun 2007 18:48:19 GMT

I just want to say a big big 'Thank You' to the lovely Zelia for hosting me in a workshop yesterday June 10 in Pitt Meadows!!! Thanks so much Zelia - all of us "Sistahs" had a great time! And thank you to all the lovely ladies that came out for it - full house! You all did a great job!! Great afternoon, got to meet more new faces!! Good work everyone! Can't wait to do it again!!!

thank you thank you thank you!!!
Lava xo

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FCBD General Skills Certification - Sept/07 - Toronto, Canada

audracleopatra — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:21:49 GMT

Carolena Nericcio and Megha Gavin teach ATS General Skills Certification workshop Sept 7 through 9th, 2007 in Toronto Canada.

Registration online or by phone
http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=1071
1.800.431.0418

The general skills intensive is a 15 hour course, usually taken at the FCBD studio, with Carolena teaching. With only 20 people in Toronto, you will have Carolena and Megha teaching and coaching. You will receive instruction in anatomy as it applies to dance, music theory, instruction in all FCBD steps and concepts, drills, critique and question and answer time.

In order to attend this workshop, you MUST have prior ATS knowledge either via class, workshop or FCBD instructional dvds. This is a must - not an option. Usually a dvd or in-person assessment is required in order to qualify for registration, but this has been waived for this event. Do not disappoint Carolena or Megha - be well prepared with the material. All volumes of FCBD dvds can be purchased through Cleopatra's Bazaar or directly from FCBD.

Once completed, you will receive a General Skills for ATS certificate. It should be noted that completing this certification does not qualify one to be an authorized ATS teacher.

Also included in the registration are gourmet catered vegetarian lunches each day, water and juice for all participants.

Please bring finger cymbals

Class schedule:
Fri-Sat-Sun
Registration & warm up 9:30-10 am
Class 10 am - 12:30 pm
Lunch 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Class 1:30 to 4 pm

There is no show for this event

Cost $730 CAD or $631.45 USD

Workshop registration is NON REFUNDABLE

http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com
Online bellydance supplies and events

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