Afra Al Kahira
International teacher and performer Afra has been an oriental dancer for more than 25 years. She is well known for her performances using props and was the first dancer to use Isis wings in the UK. Afra is teaching two workshops at Pycoob.
Oriental Bellydance Using a Silk Veil - Open level
An introduction to using a silk veil including tips, tricks to make the most of this exciting prop
Oriental dance “Oh so quiet”- Intermediate Level
This workshop will focus on how learning how stillness can give an extra dimension to your dance. This workshop is taught using classical and modern Egyptian music and Egyptian dance technique. top
Robyn Friend
Robyn is a Persian dancer and choreographer based in Los Angeles USA. Internationally renowned for her knowledge and skill in Persian dance, Robyn is teaching a Persian dance workshop.
Persian Classical and Popular Dance
The workshop will begin with a warm-up routine that focuses on posture and alignment, and introduces some basic movements and styling for Persian Classical and Party (balmy) dance. Robyn will then teach specific movements that will be used in a choreography she will teach. The music for the choreography (by Began Mortazavi, “Ey Maah Bebin”) though modern, is suffused with imagery and symbolism from Persian mystical poetry. Robyn will explain the poetry and how the movements interpret both the poetic ideas and the musical accompaniment. By the end of the workshop, participants will have acquired a basic understanding of how to dance to Persian party music, as well as a small taste from the rich banquet that is Persian Classical dance. top
Carla Phillips
Carla was taught Tunisian dance whilst living in Tunisia. Carla is passionate about sharing this fun and energetic style with other dancers and is teaching:
Tunisian workshop
An introduction to traditional Tunisian steps and rhythms which dancers can take away and use in their own routines. Tunisian dance takes place on the balls of the feet so a reasonable level of fitness is required. Carla will end the workshop with a demonstration in traditional dress. top
Donna Gardner
Donna has received guidance and training in ATS and fusion with Wendy Marlatt, training in the FatChance Repertoire with Carolena Nericcio and Wendy. She performs and teaches throughout the UK and Europe. Donna spent some time living and working in Spain and developed a love of Flamenco and Spanish culture.
Easy Does It
This is a technique-based workshop, designed to show people how to “find” their core muscles, to help with good posture and balance and to really control strong slow moves. It is suitable for beginners and those with dance experience. Donna will show you how to achieve fluidity and prevent injury. Learn how to lead and follow slow moves with confidence and grace. Beautiful arms and hands are within your reach. Bring a yoga mat or towel for some gentle floor exercises to help you identify muscles. Beginners will learn the principles of how to achieve shape and control. Advanced dancers will refine and finesse.
Flamenco Passion
New moves for your Tribal Fusion repertoire. Pedralta Dance go back to the roots of Flamenco and incorporate flamenco and sevillana moves into their Improvisational repertoire. You will work on beautiful hands and arms and use of floreos (circular wrist movements) and new combos. More important than the moves and combos is the spirit of Flamenco. Release the power of duende from within. This is an open level workshop. Dancers of all levels will be able to work to their own pace. top
Emma Pyke
Emma is well known belly dancer and embraces many dance styles including Arabic and Tribal bellydance! Emma is also well respected for her knowledge and skill in Lebanese dance and is teaching a Lebanese workshop:
Lebanese
This workshop will explore this energetic bellydance style taking basic bellydance moves but with a Lebanese twist! top
Nawarra
Nawarra meaning flower is a Leeds-based bellydancer of a Moroccan origin, the first Arab oriental dance instructor, based in Yorkshire and the North of England. Nawarra is one of the most charismatic and acclaimed choreographer, performer and master dance instructor of Moroccan dance - Maghreb Dance - of our time. Nawarra will be delivering two workshops.
The Shikkatt or Moroccan Shaiibi
Widely listened to by Moroccans, used to express people's political views and feelings via various groups, danced in all different occasions, the dance requires different shoulder shimmies, and circles and some hair sways, an absolute joy and fun to do. Please note, this is quite a high energy workshop.
Moroccan Hip Hop
New trend dance style, only performed by the younger migrant generation, reflects the loss of identity and future. This dance has become extremely popular after the tragedy of the Fnaire dance Group. top
Tracey Jones
Tracey won the UK's first National bellydance competition in November 2006 which was hosted and judged by Shafeek Ibrahim in which she danced a full Oriental Egyptian routine.
Full Oriental
Tracey will be teaching a full Oriental routine with veil entrance and drum solo finish and she will be seen performing this on the Saturday night.
Working on taqasim (improvised) section and shaabi/ folkloric choreographed combinations within the piece, it is rich, modern and very Egyptian top
Cherie Jerrard
Cherie is a well known tribal fusion dancer and teacher from Shropshire. She also runs dance troupe Bedouin Shiver. She is teaching an exciting and fun fusion workshop.
Charleston Fusion
Building on the basic bellydance moves of Tribal fusion in this workshop you will combine elements of The Charleston with bellydance to create a fun fusion routine. top
Lindsey Salomon
Lindsey is reputed for having brought bellydance to Shropshire. She performs and teaches Egyptian style bellydance and is skilled in using veils. She is teaching a Veil workshop:
Veil choreography
Exploring basic technique with a veil Lindsey is teaching a basic choreography which will include some basic veil technique. top
Katherine Soutar Caddick
Katherine started belly dancing in 2002, getting seriously bitten by the bug when her friend Fiona Jackson took her to her first class. Katherine has attended numerous workshops and festivals She is particularly interested in Greek Tsiftetelli at the moment, as she loves the music which ties in well with her other passion of playing the Zills, which is traditional in Greek bellydance as well as Egyptian.
Dance and play! zill/sagat
Workshop for beginners focusing on getting moving with simple rhythms including Tsiftetelli. The workshop will include a short choreography to Greek Tsiftetelli music which can be performed with or without zills. There will be some Zills to borrow but please bring your own if possible... (please note that this is not suitable for complete dance beginners, knowledge of basic moves is needed) top
Blue Eyed Soul Dance Company
Blue Eyed Soul Dance Company is an innovator of inclusive dance with disabled and non-disabled artists of all ages. From its base in rural Shropshire the Company works locally, nationally and internationally and has built a positive reputation for its excellent performance, education and training work. The Company aims to create a level playing field where people can step over their threshold of perceived possibility.
The dance company will be teaching a contemporary piece – more details to follow.
This workshop is open to disabled and non-disabled people of all ages. Family or friendship groups are particularly welcome.
Blue Eyed Soul Dance Company will guide the group through a series of creative and choreographic exercises. Through this process, participants will work together to create their very own dances. There will be an invitation to the participants in this workshop to perform their work to each other. There is a maximum number of 20 participants within this workshop. top
Alena Bennett
Alena has developed a love for teaching children through her dance and this has lead to working in America, performing arts schools, public schools as well as youth groups and theatres. Alena has a passion for street and hip-hop but loves all types of dance. She currently teaches and performs in Shropshire and the West Midlands.
Street and Hip Hop for all!
This workshop will introduce us to the basics of street and hiphop dance style. Building on some basic moves Alenya will teach a basic choreography that will be fun and up beat . A fun way to end the Pycoob weekend! Places are limited to 25 and the places are only £5.
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