(5)Mondays 530-7pm cst

Join me for this exciting new and unique series of folkloric North African dance classes and discover a new you! Based on the dances of the famous shikaat or Moroccan dancers of the traveling people, this lively and energetic dance is performed with a tambourine. Known for their highly entertaining performance, shikaat used the tambourine to call attention to their performance and gather an audience as well as to accompany the rhythm of the dance. Often performed in groups of two or three. this sensual, fun dance, can also be performed as a solo and highlight’s unique hip technique and cultural gestures emphasized by the tambourine. Characteristic hip technique and fast shimmies as well as fast turns are also showcased in this dance.

Classes include movement combinations and mini choreographies plus warm ups and cool downs to develop and strengthen the body in preparation for class. Students also receive much individual attention in class. Cultural context of the dances, their origins and costuming are illuminated with discussion and links to film footage and/or photos. Please feel free to email me with questions.

Students of all ages and levels of ability are encouraged to take class.

For registration: email me at divinedances@gmail.com and be sure to include an email address to which I can send an invoice through Square.

Tuition: $125(+ 2.50 processing fee)

Upon payment, a Zoom link with class instructions will be sent via email. Be sure to check your junk mail or spam folder for wayward correspondence.

**Zoom instructions: No purchase necessary. Download Zoom and create an account free of charge at zoom.us. For security reasons, students without a working camera, will not be permitted to attend.