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2009 wish list

lindseymacqueen — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 18:16:00 GMT

2009 planning is underway. Already i hear you! but I have a lot of ground to cover, so who is on your wish list for next year???

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Deposits for 2009

angelanoble — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 08:38:09 GMT

For all the eager beavers who are wanting to secure their place for next year, the website is now ready to receive deposits or you can of course send a cheque.
Visit the web site for more details www.tribezuza.co.uk
Angela x

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highlights

lindseymacqueen — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 09:00:15 GMT

what was your highlight of the weekend?

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Les soures tribales fan dance

lindseymacqueen — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 08:34:13 GMT

For those of you who feel in love with LST's fan class here is a link to enjoy, the fans section starts about 2minutes in
Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4004XRdu2bQ

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I wanted to thank the attendees

ElizArtist — Fri, 30 May 2008 13:40:53 GMT

especially those that came to my workshops (ok and Coleen too, even though she didn't...LOL).

Seriously, it is very refreshing to work with you ladies because you are so un-jaded and accepting of us. You have a lovely supportive dance community are so willing to try new things and fun!

It was a joy and an honor to work with you!

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Thankyou!

Colleen — Mon, 26 May 2008 08:10:05 GMT

Thankyou Lindsey! Thankyou Angela! Thankyou castle! Thankyou Les Soeurs Tribales! Thankyou Heather - I had an extra one for you at bedtime! Thankyou Christine! Thankyou Teresa and Bonny! Thankyou Renate, Minka and Tjarda! Thankyou Elizabeth! Thankyou everyone for being there! I LOVE TRIBAL FORD!
Right....Who's up for Tribal Ford 2009?! I'm there already...where do I pay my deposit!?

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Purple choreo

ElizArtist — Fri, 30 May 2008 14:34:36 GMT

here is a link to the you tube of the part of the choreography that you learned. If you have any questions or just want to keep in touch with me you can email me at ElizArtist(at)verizon(dot)net ok?
: ) Elizabeth
Part of She'enedra at a very casual show dancing "Purple" & improv to some live music!
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=zF9BUNQEkk0&feature=related

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call for photos

lindseymacqueen — Wed, 28 May 2008 18:52:24 GMT

Ok I saw lots of photos being taken but only colleen has posted, any more. I will add my when I figure how to down load them (new camera)!!!

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just so ya know

ElizArtist — Tue, 27 May 2008 22:21:34 GMT

you all should join my troupe's tribe to help stay in touch and if you have any pictures to post!
http://tribes.tribe.net/sheenedra

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Thanks for 2008

angelanoble — Mon, 26 May 2008 20:19:59 GMT

Just like to say thanks to all the beautiful people who joined us at Tribal Ford last weekend. We had a wonderful time as we knew we would! The lovely teachers provided us with a fantastic range of classes to choose from drawing on their amazing talents. The performances we were privileged to watch were top class. Those of you who did not manage to make it and join us this time missed a fabulous treat. I felt there was a very special atmosphere, showing me again how much I love being part of the Tribal community.
Ford castle as a venue didn't let us down, the friendly helpful staff looked after us in style.
We are already bouncing ideas around for a few surprises for you at next years event. I am sending out the evaluation sheets and would appreciate your comments so we can make next years event even better.
Angela x

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Solace at Tribal Ford...so to speak!

Jeremiah — Wed, 21 May 2008 16:55:31 GMT

The Tsingani girls have been kind enough to bring some Solace and EMP titles to Tribal Ford. They will have,

>Opium Head, The Deluxe Version by Solace
>Moon Moth Mixes by Solace
>Sleeping Sober Single by Solace
>Eastern Expressions 3: Asahi by Ruben van Romapey

This is your chance to get the latest from EMP without paying for shipping.

Just a note, the Tsingani girls rocked the house at Tribal Fest and Tribal Caravan while dancing to "Bol One" from Opium Head. So a big hug and thank you to Theresa and Bonnie!!!

Best wishes and be safe!

Jeremiah

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Polstar at Tribal Ford

angelanoble — Wed, 14 May 2008 11:24:34 GMT

Hello all you lovely people joining us for this years Tribal Ford.
I wanted to let those of you know who don’t already about Polstar the wonderful photographer. She may join us at Ford but obviously needs to know if you would be interested in having a session with her. Imagine the potential backdrops to a photo shoot for you and your group in and around the castle!
The cost will be £25 for a session from which you will get a disc of gorgeous images.
She does need to have bookings in advance to make sure she can cover all her costs so let me know asap if you or your group would like a session. It would be great if we could get her to come join us!

I interviewed Polly to find out a bit about her and what she does.

• What attracted you to photographing Tribal Bellydance?
• I have my friend Pixie to thank for that. She is arguably the most well known Tribal Bellydance Photographer in the world, and she told me about this scene. I looked on Tribe to see if there were any dancers in the UK and was pleasantly surprised. I contacted a few to see if there was any chance of working with them to expand my portfolio - one thing lead to another and now the majority of the work I'm doing is with belly dancers!
• What did you do before?
• I did before what I do now ... I'm a teacher in a secondary school full time. I teach English and Media Studies. My photography, that started as a hobby has now blossomed into a 'serious' hobby. To the point where I'm hopefully going part-time in my job later in the year to start pursuing it a bit more seriously.

• What else do you like to photograph?
• Unusually - cemeteries. My photography started with a project based around London's 137 cemeteries, trying to capture their fading beauty - I've exhibited my work and work closely with a couple of the cemeteries.
I've also photographed a few gothic models and am going to start work soon on my own project based on clowns. I am coulrophobic, which means I'm terrified of clowns, I'm hoping that by working with MUAs and models on this project I can confront my fear either that or run screaming out of the studio!

• What other events and people have you captured?
• On the Bellydance Scene I've covered Tribal Unity in Cambridgeshire, Tribalondon and Shimmyshake. I've been lucky enough to have captured three of the Bellydance Superstars: Sharon Kihara, Kami Liddle and Samantha Hasthorpe. I've been honoured to also photograph the divine Princess Farhana - doing some candid photography backstage with her was so much fun! I've also photographed The Uzume live and we really want to work together on a shoot (hopefully if I come up to Tribalford this year!)
• On the British scene I've photographed Moirai, Neo-Hips, Rashini, Khalgani, Kimberley Mackoy. The Tribal Twisterhood ... amongst others. Honestly I've been so lucky to have met and photographed so many beautiful women (oh - and men!)

• You have become a face seen at many Tribal Bellydance events do you feel part of the scene?
I actually am starting to ... it's been such a short while that I've been doing this, however, at Tribalondon it was a real shock to have people coming up to me and saying 'You're Polstar (or Polly) aren't you?'. And either commenting on my work or asking to work WITH me. I'm really looking forward to the next few months as I have some very exciting shoots planned with various individuals and troupes.
I remember chatting to someone recently about how I feel really comfortable at bellydance events, and I think that's because there is such a level of mutual support. In teaching you can feel very alone in your classroom, when I'm out photographing on the scene there is a real sense of unity and friendship.
I'd also like to take this moment to apologise to everyone, so far, who has filmed an event and had my head pop up in front of their camera half way through - you're all very gracious. In fact, I've set up a playlist on Youtube for videos of the back of my head!

• Does the scene integrate alongside other aspects of your lifestyle?
With some difficulty sometimes - I'm lucky that I have the long holidays in which I can separate myself from work and immerse myself in the scene and photography. I feel it enhances my life a lot though, I feel more feminine being around dancers, which is always a bonus (so many pretty things to adorn oneself with!). My husband is very good at encouraging my work and has attended an event with me - however he doesn't get to see me much at these events as I am usually photographing almost constantly.

• Do you dance yourself?
No. I want to though!

• What do you offer dancers as a photographer?
I feel that I offer a varied and unique perspective. A photoshoot with me will not be scary or intimidating, I like to have fun when I'm working and this hopefully comes out through my work. I feel that I am someone who connects with my subjects and their style. I'm always willing to try something new and collaborate on ideas.

• Having attended lots of events do you have any favourite dancers you enjoy photographing? Can you say why?
I don't have favourites! (that's the teacher in me) - however - for different reasons I loved photographing Sharon Kihara - she is very striking and her body moves so gracefully that it's wonderful to capture in monochrome.
• The Uzume were also very interesting to photograph - their formations ensure that you are hardly ever photographing them 'in a row' - and it really makes for interesting angles and composition in a photograph.
• Princess Farhana blew me away with her elegance and energy - it's really good sometimes to see dancers smile!
• Ozgen was fascinating to photograph simply because he's a male bellydancer and I'd never seen that before! He can SHIMMY!

• What makes your photographs so atmospheric?
I hope that within them I capture the mood of the dance and the style of the dancer/s. I think it's difficult to say how I do it ... I believe it's about how I see the world - and the people within it.

• Do you have a favourite photograph that you could share with us? What makes it special?
• My favourite photograph, not for technical prowess or anything like that, but simply as a moment captured, is of Samantha Hasthorpe at Tribalondon. She outstretched her arms and the lights on the back drop formed a 'sun' around her head. I loved the silhouette of her against this bright beautiful sun.

• What next for you? Do you have plans or a vision of what the future hold? My diary over the next couple of months is slowly getting taken up with shoots, which is SO exciting - it's taking me outside of London which is always a good thing. I'm also hopefully attending TribalFord (!) and Gothla this year.
If I'm able to go part time in my teaching career I'm hoping that I can set up a small studio (I have my lights in my study and not much room for anything else!) and start working from there also. In the meantime I'll keep on coming to events that I'm invited to where possible and working with dancers wherever they want me to!

Do go and have a look at her photos if you have not yet had the pleasure she is a very talented lady who has the knack of capturing Tribal dancers in all their glory!

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timetable available

lindseymacqueen — Sun, 11 May 2008 13:15:18 GMT

for those of you who want a electonic copy, email me at lindseymacqueen@yahoo.com

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Problem for Elizabeth & Tsingani!!

ElizArtist — Thu, 15 May 2008 02:17:40 GMT

If anyone can help us it would be so appreciated! Our original offer of a place to stay when we arrive in London on May 21 has fallen through. Is there anyone who knows anyone who could possibly put up with any of us...3 people who could house one dancer or all 3 or any combination of help? Any suggestions would be helpful right now! There is a hotel that was suggested to us that would cost us $800, a bit out of our budget, I would only use it as a last resort. I know that staying in London is expensive but wow! For 400 a night in the U.S. you would be staying in a pretty classy place!
We don't take up much space, we are nice, we teach tribal, we are clean, and smell pretty good and could bring you tequila or whatever it is that you would like from the U.S. that is legal too!
And of course, I would be happy to host our rescuer if they ever come out to L.A. for a visit!

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Spaces avaliable

lindseymacqueen — Tue, 13 May 2008 08:28:43 GMT

Just to let you know there are in fact some spaces left at Tribal ford this year, but hurry as we only have 10 days left. Balance would need to be paid in full at booking contact Angela for booking details at
http://www.tribezuza-bellydancing.co.uk/department/tribal_ford_2008/
Tell you friends and let other folks know.
Lindsey

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The count down begins.......

lindseymacqueen — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 13:13:16 GMT

Only 89 days left until the next Tribal ford, if you havent already reserved your space you dont have much longer!
Now what should I bring with me this time?

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Heathers workshops

lindseymacqueen — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:10:34 GMT

Heather Shoopman

(2hrs) Saturday Morning 1030-1230
‘Chakra dance’
In the beginning dance was used for the purpose of worship and healing, a way to connect with spirit, your higher self and all of humanity. Join Heather on an inner journey to promote
spiritual awakening, mental clarity, physical stamina and emotional well-being. You will experience meditation in motion with breathwork, guided trance dance techniques, and partner exercises in a safe environment. You will leave feeling rejuvenated, inspired and loved!!!
Skill Level: Open

(1.5) Saturday Afternoon 1400-1530
Now Serving: Fun Combos for ALL!
Add a little flavour to your ATS buffet with Heather Shoopman's hiphop inspired tribal fusion combos.
Each combo comes with a cue and is great for improvisational dance or choreographed routines.
Exercises and drills will be incorporated to strengthen and condition the muscles and improve your layering skills. Be prepared to work it with Heather's drills, which she designed specifically to sprinkle your belly dance with some flavor! Come be inspired!
Skill Level: Open level

(1.5) Sunday afternoon 1330-1500
"Shoop's Boot Camp"

This class will is geared toward the soloist dancer, with the focus on the strength of your solo dance. Heather will share her formula for creating a strong, rich solo. Set to her very own mash-up soundtrack, you will learn her favourite stretches, drills, moves and combos from this award-winning dancer who is re-defining tribal style on her own terms.
Skill Level: Intermediate

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LST workshops

lindseymacqueen — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:09:59 GMT

Les Soures Tribales

(2) Saturday Afternoon 1330-1530
Modern Zills (people should bring Zills)
This class focuses on dance, rhythms and zills patterns. We will dance switching into different rhythms and zills patterns . We will be using tribal bellydance moves and combos that will be explained during the workshop. Skill level: OPEN

Sunday Morning 0900-1000
‘Japanesse fan’ (important: bring one fan, which can opened and closed)
Class inspired to geisha’s fan dance: posture, movements, combos.
Skill level:OPEN

(2) Sunday afternoon 1330-1530
LST Signature Moves
This class focuses on connecting with your partners during the dance switching up in different formations. We will be using basic tribal bellydance moves, plus a few of Les Soeurs Tribales moves and combos that will be explained during the workshop. Skill level: OPEN

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The Uzume workshops

lindseymacqueen — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:09:22 GMT

The Uzume – Renate

(1.5) Friday Night 1930-2100
Pimp my ATS
Another hot & funky Uzumé Combination for spicing up your ATS repertoire!
We will learn the newest Uzumé Flavoured Combo, great for both Tribal and Fusion dancer. The combo comes with a Cue, fresh and ready to be added to your improvisational ATS vocabulary. Will be practiced with basic ATS steps.
Skill Level: Open

(2hrs) Saturday Afternoon 1330-1530
Dynamic Transitions for ATS
In this workshop we will learn some challenging transitions for changing formations and leadership while improvising with your troupe. How to use the stage and surprise your audience with combinations for blending, fading, travelling and changing angles…
Skill Level: Intermediate

The Uzume - Minka

(1.5hr) Saturday Morning 0900-1030
Minka’s Playground
We all know that practise is important and if you practise with Minka you will certainly have a fun time doing it! Come and enjoy her dancing workout for clean and controlled isolations. Fun filled drills to freshen up your skills....
Skill Level: Open

(1.5hrs) Sunday Morning 1100-1230
Hawaiian Fusion
Aren't we all in love with the pacific....Dancing on a the beach with your feet in the sand...expressive, powerful and feminine. Let's fuse this feeling with Tribal Fusion! Come and learn some sunny moves to incorporate in your choreography.
Skill Level: Open

The Uzume - Tjarda

(2) Saturday Morning 1030-12.30
Flamenco Flavoured Fusion
One of Tjarda’s favourite dance styles to incorporate in Tribal Fusion is Flamenco. This powerful and expressive dance provides you with lots of new Fusion ideas. In this workshop we will explore true Flamenco gestures and movement vocabulary to add to any style of Tribal Fusion Bellydance. Of course we will end the workshop with a fun combo to get that Flamenco attitude…olé!
Skill Level: OPen

(1.5) Sunday Morning 0900-10.30
How to Create your own Choreography
With her curriculum in dance and expression, Tjarda’s view on Tribal Fusion Bellydance could only be an open one. Blurring lines and drawing inspiration from even the most unlikely sources is the opening stance of all her choreographies and classes. In Tribal Fusion she has found the necessary room to move, both for herself and her students. In this workshop Tjarda will show you her way of creating your own unique combo’s to step outside any genre and look for new fusion ideas.
Skill Level: Open

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Caroline, Mistress Olivia and HRH chistine workshops

lindseymacqueen — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:08:45 GMT

Caroline

(1) Saturday Morning 0900-1000
Tai Chi Rise and Shine!
Start the day with a 1hr session of Tai Chi and Qi Gong with Caroline B. Designed to boost and balance your energy levels and ‘set you up’ for a very busy day. This session will include some meditation and partner work. Please wear comfortable clothes.
Skill level: OPEN

Olivia

(1.5) Saturday Morning 1100-1230
awaiting details
Skill level:

Christine

(1.5) Sunday morning 1100-1230
'Vamp it Up'
How to vampirise basic moves, done with lots of attitude, which we can then incorporate veils or Isis Wings
Start off learning some vampire inspired steps and attitude then move on to using your veils (or Isis wings) in true vampire fashion, using Bauhaus's 'Bela Lugosi's Dead' as the music which, will help to inspire us.
Skill Level: Open

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Teresa workshops

lindseymacqueen — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:07:17 GMT

Teresa

(2.5) Saturday 1330-1600
Tsingani Signature Moves
What makes Tsingani stand out? The innovative mix of more traditional Tribal Style moves pumped up with pizzazz! In this workshop, we will breakdown Tsingani combos, specify which are for choreography and which are basic to improv, and then we will drill, drill, drill by practicing these moves in an improv setting as a group. Tsingani teaches you each move with a focus on timing and technique in order to flawlessly execute some of our favorite combos.
*The choreography combos are in preparation for the Choreography workshop. Be prepared to take notes and ask questions – we will be covering a lot of material.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced.

(2.5) Sunday 1000-1230
“Tsingani Tsass!”
Our fast is FAST and our slow is medium in tempo. *This workshop is for people who learn choreography quickly.*
That’s right- put on your roller skates for a’ Tsassy Tsingani’ choreography! We will be incorporating Tsingani signature moves so we highly recommend you prep for this workshop by taking the Signature moves workshop first. We move quickly but thoroughly through the breakdown in order to get through it all. Take notes on the handouts provided and bring a video camera to help you get through the madness!
Skill level: Intermediate

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Bonnie s workshops

lindseymacqueen — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:06:38 GMT

Bonnie

(1.5) Friday Night 1930-2100
In Sync: Tsingani Style
Want to gel with your dance mates? Then this is the workshop for you! Bring your troupe – this is not for soloist. This class focuses on connecting with your dance partners to create a smooth, synchronized performance. We will work in pairs, switching up as we go along, to fine tune your awareness of your dance partner. There is no “YOU” in this workshop! We will be using Basic foundational moves (which might be new to you), plus a few of Tsingani moves, that will be re-taught so you can focus on your partner instead of the moves.
Be prepared …..we are detail freaks!
Skill Level: Open

(1.5) Saturday 0900-1030
Tribal Basics
This class will cover the foundational moves basic to Tribal; Posture, Musicality, fast and slow format done in the improvisational setting, upper and lower body isolations, as well as transitions and formations. No prior experience needed.
Skill Level: All

(2) Sunday 1330-1530
Tribal Fusion Slow Choreography – “Tsingani Style”
* Our fast is FAST and our slow is medium in tempo. This workshop is for people who learn choreography quickly.*
The focus of this workshop will be a slow, mesmerizing choreography that you can use to spice up your routines. We will be incorporating Tsingani signature moves so we highly recommend you prep for this workshop by taking a previous Tsingani workshop first. We move quickly but thoroughly through the breakdown in order to get through it all. Take notes on the handouts provided and you are welcome to bring a video camera to help you remember it all.
Skill level: Intermediate to Advanced

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Elizabeths workshop

lindseymacqueen — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:05:58 GMT

(1.5) Friday Night 1930-2100
Shake, Rattle & Roll
Combinations, sequences & exercises built from our collection of unique shimmies, undulations to spice up your dances. This workshop will focus on stretches & developing muscle memory to enhance your performances with lovely undulations punctuated with shimmies, pops, locks & floorwork.
Skill level- Intermediate-Advanced or ambitious beginner!

(1.5) Saturday Morning 1100-1230
Formations!
Fed up with the usual formations. Come alone or with your tribe and be part of our new troupe to learn new and exciting formations.
Skill level-OPEN

(2) Sunday Morning 10.30-1230
‘Belly Love’
This workshop focuses on increasing loving & energetic feelings in our bodies' center, the belly. Women in our culture live with a physical image that is only manifest in a very few...a flat stomach. We will practice meditations, stretching, breathing, and create ritual exercises to enhance an appreciation of the home of our creative centre. Whether you have a six pack stomach, a round soft belly, you've had surgical procedures, given birth to 5 babies, are 15 years old or going through menopause your belly deserves to be loved! This workshop is a place for you to relax & indulge in loving yourself so that you can spread the good energy of Belly Love!
Skill level- OPEN

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Tribal ford car pool

lindseymacqueen — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 21:09:52 GMT

Hey is everyone sorted for a lift to Ford, I still have space for one person to go down from Inverness- Ford.
Is anyone else able to offer a lift to others, perhaps share and the cost of petrol etc... and some company while you travel!!!!

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Friday night class choices

lindseymacqueen — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 08:47:28 GMT

Shake, Rattle & Roll with Elizabeth from She'enedra
Combinations, sequences & exercises built from our collection of unique shimmies, undulations to spice up your dances. This workshop will focus on stretches & developing muscle memory to enhance your performances with lovely undulations punctuated with shimmies, pops, locks & floorwork.
Skill level- Intermediate-Advanced or ambitious beginner!

In Sync: Tsingani Style with Bonnie from Tsingani
Want to gel with your dance mates? Then this is the workshop for you! Bring your troupe – this is not for soloist. This class focuses on connecting with your dance partners to create a smooth, synchronized performance. We will work in pairs, switching up as we go along, to fine tune your awareness of your dance partner. There is no “YOU” in this workshop! We will be using Basic foundational moves (which might be new to you), plus a few of Tsingani moves, that will be re-taught so you can focus on your partner instead of the moves.
Be prepared …..we are detail freaks!
Skill Level: Open

Pimp my ATS with Renate from Uzume
Another hot & funky Uzumé Combination for spicing up your ATS repertoire!
We will learn the newest Uzumé Flavoured Combo, great for both Tribal and Fusion dancer. The combo comes with a Cue, fresh and ready to be added to your improvisational ATS vocabulary. Will be practiced with basic ATS steps.
Skill Level: Open

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Travelling emergancy for The Uzumé!

Minka — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 20:02:47 GMT

Hi everybody!
As you know The Uzumé is going to Tribal Ford this year, Yeeeh! But as we do not have our one private airplane yet....we could use some help with figuring out how to get there :)
So, what's the best way? Any advise?
If we can drive with someone from London or any other large city where we can fly to, that would be perfect. But every other idea is welcome! And all three of us can drive!
Many thanx from Tjarda & Renate & Minka

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Balanced Scimitar/Sword

Denise — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 08:25:35 GMT

Hi guys
I desperately need a balanced Scimitar/Sword for belly dancing. Ideally I'd like a Balady Scimitar or a Cas Iberia Scimitar, as I own one similar and am planning to do a 'double sword' workshop. However I'm not fussy!
Does anyone one know of a supplier in the UK that sells them or does anyone want to part with one.
Thanks
Denise

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videos of my students

ElizArtist — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 17:39:02 GMT

So just in case you don't know me & my style here is a video of my students (I'm in the far right corner of the screen) dancing at a hafla last Saturday night in L.A.
I'm hoping to teach this choreography at Tribal Ford (or at least the combos from it) this year so here ya go!!!
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=3UVKdpvqdto

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Polstar*Photography at Tribal Ford

*Polstar* — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 14:41:19 GMT

I've been offered a space at Tribal Ford to take photos.
However, I obviously have to pay for my own accomodation and travel - therefore I need to make it worth my while coming up.
If you would take advantage of my services - a photo shoot (individuals and groups) with disc of hi-res images to use - how much would you be willing to pay?
You can see my work here on Tribe - or you can view all he photos I took at Tribal Unity in the summer here: http://www.polstarphotography.com/tribalunity.htm

This is something I would really love to cover, but I have to think of my purse strings also!

Let me know :)
Polly

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Bodhaia Tribal on Youtube

Nicky — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 01:03:44 GMT

Hi everybody!

We've finally got hold of some video footage! Here is a link to our youtube page where we've uploaded some improvised tribal with palm flames. Can you figure out the music??? :)

http://youtube.com/user/bodhaiatribal

Happy Dancing everybody!
Nicola

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Announcing.......

lindseymacqueen — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 12:40:34 GMT

I am delighted to announce that the 2007 winner..Bellydancer of the Universe/Tribal Fusion Soloist and People's Choice!!
&
2007 Hips of Fury Ultimate Soloist and People's Choice!

Heather Shoopman

will be joining us for thisTribal Ford.

http://www.magicalmystery.org/bio.html

http://www.youtube.com/user/sevenplusfour

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Mira Betz!! nearly sold out!

Hilde — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 09:46:17 GMT

Mira Betz is coming to Brighton 7,8,9 march 2008

There are still a few tickets left for the performance on Friday and still places left for workshops as well!

watch Mira in this stunning performance! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=diWbuuYgonA

To book contact me directly via tribe or email me at

hilde_orientaldance@hotmail.com
www.hildebellydance.co.uk

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Announcing..........

lindseymacqueen — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 10:07:01 GMT

The 2008 teacher line up
In no particular order.............................

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Sorry to report

lindseymacqueen — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 11:29:46 GMT

i am afrid I have just recieved confirmation that Ayse and Donavan will no longer be able to attend Tribal ford. I am looking into inviting another tearcher of the same calibre to step in, I shall keep you posted.

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Party night-whos preforming

lindseymacqueen — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 17:37:40 GMT

I am sure a few of you have been thinking about it, so who is going to do a turn on the dance floor?
i particularly loved the bollywood number last year, I wonder what they will get up to this year!

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Venders 2008

lindseymacqueen — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 23:26:45 GMT

If you are interested in having some space in the souk, venders please get in touch with Angela asap via her website.
Ooohh and report back here so we can see what goodies you will be selling!

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Travelling to Ford

angelanoble — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 22:45:05 GMT

Getting to the castle by car, use their postcode TD15 2PX and type into Google Maps or AA Route Planner along with your own postcode and you will get door to door directions.

Travelling by train, then the nearest station is Berwick upon Tweed which is 12 miles north east. I will post the local taxi number here soon as there is no bus option, this is rural Northumberland!

If people are looking to share transport can I suggest you use this site to post requests and make contact with others travelling from your area. It saves money, it saves carbon emissions and you get to make new Tribal friends, it makes sense!

Anyone with specific travel queries just ask and I will try to answer them or at least point you in the right direction.
A x
P.S. My yoga teacher walked to the last retreat he went to in order that he arrive in the right frame of mind for the weekend!!??? Anyone planning this mode of travel I can give you the map reference on request.

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Tsingani is in the house!

Teresa-P — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 02:40:35 GMT

Hello everyone!

Just wanted to introduce my dance troupe Tsingani www.tsingani.com and say hi.

We are heading your way in May and can't wait !

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Tribal Ford 2008 teachers?

Crow_Ailish — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 09:03:35 GMT

Ok, I've paid my deposit but are there any teachers confirmed for Tribal Ford 2008?

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Nomadiqa Ethnic Fusion and Arabesque Beats

nomadiqa — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 10:21:43 GMT

Hi Folks,
We recently released a debut album. It's a mix of electronic and arabian styles. We're hoping it might appeal to the belly dance community. Please feel free to have a listen on myspace where we have four full tracks available to listen online.

http://www.myspace.com/nomadiqa

It would also be great to promote it through the network of belly dance teachers who might be interested to sell it at a class or bazaar. We can offer it at wholesale prices with plenty of capacity for the seller to make a decent profit on top of the wholesale price.

Please contact info@nomadiqa.com for further details. Sorry for the self promotion.

Hope to hear from you.

Many thanks,

Nomadiqa
http://www.nomadiqa.com

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details

lindseymacqueen — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:16:22 GMT

there is talk of tribe net pulling the plug and I have gotten myslef in a flap thinking about loosing all your connections, if you wish for your name/email to be added to my mailing list please pm me.
thanks
Lindsey.

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Tribal Calendar for Sale

Roze-Belly — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 14:25:41 GMT

All calendars are sold in aid of the World Land Trust which is a charity that works to save tropical forests and wildlife. They play an active role in the bid to slow global warming which effects us all. And of course, Sir David Attenborough (one of my heros) is a patron.
See www.worldlandtrust.org for more details.

The calendars are A4 and have a piece of tribal artwork for each month. (These could be framed at a later date).
The artwork has been printed from original oil, acrylic and pastel pieces. There are some previously unpublished work included.

The cost - £7.50 each (+p&p)
Postage/Paypal
UK
1 = £7.50 + 80p Total = £8.30
5 = £37.50 + £2.70 Total = £40.20

USA
1 = £7.50 + £2.90 Total = £10.40 (approx $20.80)
5 = £37.50 + £ 10.50 Total = £48.50 (approx $97)

In an attempt to cut down on postage/paypal charges I've listed the cost to buy 5 at a time. If you would like a different amount, please let me know and I'll find out the cost for you.
If you are from another country, drop me a message and I'll find out the postage cost for you too.
If you pay by cheque, I should be able to reduce the price alittle.

(Also, I have some new Christmas designs ready in about a weeks time. I can post them all together for you to save postage charges. I have afew Christmas cards from last year - see my photos area. Christmas cards go to children's charities).

Please message me for any further information.
Thank you!

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ford reveiw

lindseymacqueen — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 19:43:23 GMT

found this and though I would share.
http://www.shimmychicks.co.uk/ford2007.htm

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Thought I should say hello!

angelanoble — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 09:04:14 GMT

Hello
I thought I should introduce myself here to those of you who I have not yet met or communicated with. I am happy to be working with Lindsey to bring to you Tribal Ford 2008.
I have been fortunate enough to attend Tribal Ford every year so far and next year promises to be equally good! Lindsey is still busy busy arranging the teachers but your patience will soon be rewarded when we unveil the line up. If anybody has any queries about accommodation or travel or anything of that nature do give me a ring or drop me an email.

I have just been up to the castle this week to pick up some forms and to have a chat with the staff. Helen, who works at the castle, some of you may remember her from last year, has been so inspired by our dancing, that she has joined one of my classes near by, which is great! So hopefully she will be able to join in some of the workshops with us during our weekend there, between making sure we are all fed and watered in the manner we have become accustomed to, of course!

I came across a story while reading about the history of Ford that I thought was worth sharing. The border regions have had a turbulent history with much fighting, hence the need for so many castles. However the locals also knew how to enjoy themselves, though many of there pastimes were lightly shrouded excuses for more violence ‘Dow Dancing’ stood out as something different though. This took place on Easter Tuesday and villagers from the surrounding district took part. The day began as unorganised dancing in the streets (a hoolie) until all were ‘satisfied’. After this, two females were chosen to dance with each other for as long as they could. During this contest a pigeon decorated with ribands was held up by the feet and this was awarded to the final winner of the contest.
Dancing seems to have been taken quite seriously by many and dancing teachers travelled the area giving lessons. There are references to individuals such as Piper Knox who gave lessons in barns and rooms lent for the purpose. This resulted in traditional dancing becoming a popular pastime and dances were held regularly around the area.

So we are part of a continuing tradition of dancing in the Ford area though minus the violence and the suspended pigeons! The concept of a dance off between two female’s sounds like quite a modern idea but this proves there is nothing new under the sun. I do like the notion of dancing until you are ‘satisfied’ I know that is how I feel at the end of a weekend at Ford and 2008 promises to deliver the same!
Angela x

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2007 teachers

lindseymacqueen — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 03:52:52 GMT

To all those of you who taught at the last event I was wondering if you ever recieved your teachers evaulations feedbacks?

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We are happy to announce news of next years Tribal Ford.

lindseymacqueen — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 15:09:15 GMT

Lindsey Macqueen and Angela Noble will be working together to bring you Tribal Ford 2008. They share a common passion in Tribal Bellydance and they previously danced together when Lindsey returned from the States in 2002. The schedule for Tribal Ford 2008 has still to be finalised but it promises to be as varied and interesting as in previous years. Angela’s business, Tribe Zuza will provide the administrative side of things so you can expect the same continued format and quality which you have come to know and love.

secure your place now, as last years TF sold out 7 months prior to the event!

http://www.tribezuza-bellydancing.co.uk/department/menu_option_2/

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class photo

hifigypsy — Thu, 31 May 2007 13:54:52 GMT

can somebody please post one (or a few) of the giant group photo in all of our tribal finest? I would love to see it!

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Where? When? How?

Colleen — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 13:40:55 GMT

It's Friday.....am excited!!!!!

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Tribal ford 2008

lindseymacqueen — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 10:06:01 GMT

I know you are all waiting with baited breath to hear about the next tribal ford, as some of you are aware Farida have pulled out of future tribal ford events, as Kay says 'its simply not where her passion lies'. to be honest folks it is a lot of work and if you are not into Tribal that much I can totally understand her reasons. It has been great working with Kay on this adventure for the past 3 years, but I am now in discussion with another prospect partner, the castle is provisionally booked for May 24th
I shall keep you posted as much as I can but in the meantime keep a space in your diaries!
Lindsey

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Geneva ford performance

lindseymacqueen — Sun, 01 Jul 2007 21:19:18 GMT

for those of you waant to see genevas performance again here it is!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2aOHH2pGZw

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Photos and Thanks

lindseymacqueen — Mon, 28 May 2007 12:13:40 GMT

i want to thank you all for making the weekend as special as it turned out to be, my personal thanks go to all the teachers for doing a amazing job, to Solace for making it all worth while, to the castle staff for putting up with all our nonsence, to the rest of the organisers thanks for all your hard work and of course to all of the participants making it what is was for without you there is no point!

I forgot my camera, I would love to see folks adding their photos, please add add add !!!!!!!!!

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a Tribe invitation

Julie_J — Sun, 27 May 2007 21:02:54 GMT

Hello to all of those who participated in this year's Tribal Ford event.
If you enjoyed Ayse & Elizabeth's workshops, please take a look at their dance troupe's tribe so you can stay in touch:

http://tribes.tribe.net/sheenedra

I hear rumors of a return to EU later this year!

:~D

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Thanks for an amazing weekend

Lauramaeve — Tue, 29 May 2007 16:18:54 GMT

Thanks everyone for making last weekend a really amazing and inpsiring time. The workshops were fantastic, the dancing was inspirational and the trip back to London with Solace in tow was a whole lot of fun.

Hope to see you there next year!

La~ x

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Highlights

lindseymacqueen — Wed, 30 May 2007 12:32:30 GMT

what was the highlight of your weekend? apart from meeting me!

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See you there?

Colleen — Sat, 19 May 2007 05:23:27 GMT

So I know a few people who are going (not just on about teachers now) - but who else is going to Ford in SIX DAYS time? This is me being lazy, to save on sending loads of individual messages!
SIX DAYS! SIX DAYS!

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tips for Ford'ers

Tatiana — Wed, 23 May 2007 09:35:18 GMT

yeah though i'd put some tips here based on my experience in previous fords. the first tip i'll leave here is very useful and i am sure amanda will agree with what i have to say: DO NOT HAVE TWO SERVINGS OF DESSERT AFTER LUNCH.
i can guarantee you that trying to drill anything after two servings of dessert won't be fun. i still have bad bad memories of the class i took after it. ouch.

anyone there has any other useful tips?

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Trying to remember what to bring

lindseymacqueen — Sat, 19 May 2007 18:50:14 GMT

Just incase you have forgotten anything, lets see what we need
PJs, toothbrush, make up, make up remover, hair accessories, costumes, undies, deodrant (I always forget that), water bottle, Zils, dance shoes, DRUM , Knee pads, swords, props, money or cheque book if money runs out....
Anything else.........

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Ayse & Eliz on Hafla tv show

ElizArtist — Thu, 17 May 2007 19:50:02 GMT

here is a link to a you tube video of us.....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pz5dJiojez0

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T-Shirt

Colleen — Thu, 17 May 2007 06:24:16 GMT

Have posted a pic of myself grinning like a loon, bedecked in THAT t-shirt.... Hope people like it! X

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Performances @ Tribal Ford

Stardawn — Fri, 11 May 2007 14:47:11 GMT

Hi guys,
as you probably know, I'll be co-ordinating the performances at Ford this year.

So, who wants to perform & when? Please register with me to secure your spot. You can either post here with details, or message me seperately if you want to keep your piece hush hush ;)

xxx

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great new tribe!

Rosie D. — Sat, 05 May 2007 12:48:36 GMT

In my eyes the most promising and stunning Tribal Fusion Bellydancers for the near future; Aveyanda Skye and Lorelai Lee,members of MAGENTA MOTION, the most sensational tribal and fusion belly dance troupe from the Netherlands ! We want to be the tribe where everyone comes together to discus Tribal and Fusion Belly Dance from the Netherlands and beyond! join us!!

http://tribes.tribe.net/aveyandaskye

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Tribal logo competition winner

lindseymacqueen — Tue, 24 Apr 2007 08:00:19 GMT

Some of you may remember the competition I ran quite a few months back, to design our own tribal logo. It is with great delight that that the winner Colleen Murdoch-Pratt (Derbyshire)was selected, I should be able to put a picture up of the design really soon. I am waiting on it to come back from the designers and then I can start taking orders....

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link up

lindseymacqueen — Thu, 19 Apr 2007 19:02:14 GMT

you guys have got to go see what Ayse and Elizabeth have been up too, check them out at:
www.int-bdc.com/index2.php

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Tribal Ford Update

lucretia — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 09:32:45 GMT

Hi,
I've just figured out how to join Tribe, so Hello. I'm Chrissie from Farida who updates the website. Many apologies, have been in the background updating the web ready to publish and was gonna copy teacher details from emails onto web pages.

Then we lost all our old emails so it's been held up yet again. I had to fit all this in 2 days a week among doing events and general admin, when that Kay woman isn't around. But from beginning of April I'm at Farida 4 days a week so should be able to do more updates, and also keep an eye on the boss - she certainly needs it!!!

Ford balances are due end of this month, and if you haven't already don't forget to let us know if you have special dietary requirements eg veg, vegan, allergies.

Look forward to seeing you at Ford, and maybe some of you might fancy being zombies if I'm doing a Friday night class, makeup and remover will be provided.

Love C

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NEW SOLACEMIX CD!

Jeremiah — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 16:52:11 GMT

Coming this April, EMP is releasing the Moon Moth Mixes: A Belly Dance Practice Companion, produced by Solace and Blue Damsel’s Rachel Lazarus Soto. The Moon Moth Mixes is a collection of five 13+ minute tracks designed for belly dance class/workshop use and drilling. Each track maintains a steady tempo for the entire length of the song, while the feel of the tracks weave in and out of many moods creating an amazing array of diversity. There are two slow tracks: one frame drum piece and one electronica piece, and three uptempo tracks in varying tempos from slower, to medium, to fast, so that you can progress your class or your own drilling with the advancement of your proficiency. Featured in the mixes are samples from Ruben van Rompaey's re-released Eastern Expressions 2: Gomera, Maduro's Shimmer Sustain, Solace's Nagari, as well as a full length remix of 'Jiva', from Solace's Nagari, and a full length remix of 'Sleeping Sober' from the upcoming (early 2008) Solace Release Opium Head. These mixes were assembled by Jeremiah Soto, the writer/producer of Solace, and may be considered some of his finest work yet. This disc will be available for pre-order, so visit our store!

http://secure.infinities.com/commerce/empcds/onlinestore/main.cfm

The Moon Moth Mixes will be available at Tribal Ford!

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Jenna's fans

ElizArtist — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 00:05:46 GMT

Does anyone want those fans of Jenna's you know jhip designs? I just met with her and ordered mine. Let me know if you are interested in them, I may be able to bring a few along. I don't know if I'll get in trouble with customs over this, but if I'm just bringing some presents for 80 of my closest friends why should they care????
http://tribes.tribe.net/jhip?_click_path=Application%5Btribe%5D.Tribe%5Bdea35ffc-cd0f-427d-9eaf-6aa88bdaf0fd%5D

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Timetable

lindseymacqueen — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 09:46:06 GMT

Ha! that got you looking.
I am actually not putting up the timetable but wanted to get your attention.
Two of our tribal teachers are flying into London on the 22nd May and are looking for a bed and a lift up to Ford, anyone willing to help our americal sisters!

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technical help

lindseymacqueen — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 11:20:05 GMT

I was wanted to put up the old timetables so that folks had the oppertunity to see the type of class we have had to date, but I dont know how to take it off my microsoft excel and transfer it into a jpeg document. Does anyone here know how I would go about in doing this?
simply instructions please.
Lindsey

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TF2007 Teachers

lindseymacqueen — Sat, 23 Sep 2006 11:00:54 GMT

I Can confirm that Ayse and Elizabeth from the dance collective are coming to teach us there ways, I have some more names that will excite you but I am waiting for the contract (I believe it is in the post) to arrive. But let me tell you that I was soooo excited that I called Kay up just to share my high with!!!
On the Uk front, we have Deirdre MacDonald, Dawn O'brien, and for the first time Elaine Hughes. and From Eire, we also will have the graceful talents of Wendy Marlatt. Now if all this sounds to much for you, please let me know I would hate to be guilty of tribal overload!
Lindsey.

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where you coming from

lindseymacqueen — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 19:50:49 GMT

Where are folks travelling from to attend the next tribal ford?
Anyone got space in their car for other dancers?
So far I know of one teacher looking for a lift from Edinburgh.

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Such a geek...

Stardawn — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 00:39:46 GMT

But look what i found....

http://www.northumberland.gov.uk/Fordcastle/virtualtour.html

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T shirts

lindseymacqueen — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 09:58:43 GMT

Ok, so a lot has been happening here in the background of preparing for the next event. But I need your help in designing a t-shirt for Tribal ford. First of all I want to know what colour it should come in?
Style?
Sizes?
should it be dated?
should it have a list of the teachers names on it?
Anything else?
I was thinking of running a competition for the design, with the winner recieving a copy of the newest east coast tribal dvd.
what do you think?
Comment, concerns and anything else greatly accepted (well within reason that is).
Lindsey.

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Tell me what you want

lindseymacqueen — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 08:39:10 GMT

I dont mean in general life terms I mean, what do you want to see on offer at future Tribal ford events, which teachers, type of classes, length of classes etc..

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Photos from Ford 2006

Colleen — Thu, 07 Sep 2006 19:33:17 GMT

Have just put a few photos up from Ford 2006 - enjoy?

Now will someone PLEASE give me a straight answer about WHO IS GOING TO BE THERE??????

thankyou...... X

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Ok, so tell me all about it

kathrynwhittington — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 09:23:29 GMT

I've never been to Tribal Ford, but I would really like to go. My issue is one of cost as I can only afford to do one big event a year so I'm currently trying to decide which big event that's going to be for 2007. I've had a look at the info on the website and it looks great, but I would like to know more about what it involves.

Does the cost include everything, accomodation, all workshops, hafla entrance etc or do you pay extra for the workshops on top?

How long are the workshops? How many can you take? What's the stucture of the day like? Is it possible to bring non dancing friends or partners with you and if so do they pay the same amount?

There's probably more questions that I've forgotten, so just tell me what it's like!

Thanks in advance.

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Tribal Ford 2007

lindseymacqueen — Wed, 23 Aug 2006 09:00:32 GMT

Due to the success of the first and second Tribal ford, We are now taking deposits for the

Third one, to secure your place go to www.faridadance.com

Do you want to reserve your place on Tribal Ford for 25th - 27th May 2007

If you would like to reserve a place, you have to pay a £50 deposit.

Soooo – book your place now!

25th - 27th May 2007

Single Room - £280
Shared Room (2-3) - £265
Group Room - £245
Balance needs to be paid in full by 31st March 2007.

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