with Andrea. Sundays 12-1.15pm AEST (Sydney time)
28 June to 26 July (5 weeks x 75mins)
Iraqi Dance has become very popular recently, but online representations often highlight dramatic ‘wow’ moves (hair swinging and backbends) rather than the core movements. To truly learn and perform this style, it’s important to begin with the foundations! In this course, you’ll get familiar with the fundamentals of Iraqi Kawleeya dance: footwork, posture, dynamics, energy and aesthetic. From here, you’ll build up safely, with respect to your body and to the culture. You’ll also learn about rhythms and instrumentation; as well as important cultural aspects of the dance.
For dancers with some experience, it’s a perfect opportunity to deepen your practice, consolidating the movements into your body’s muscle memory and building a firmer foundation for future learning.
Important Notes:
This course contains moves that are not suitable for dancers with neck or foot / ankle injuries. You’re still welcome to join the course and simply observe the moves that don’t suit your body.
No catch-up lessons or recordings are available, and no credits will be issued for non-attendance. Please only book if you can actually attend - we don’t want you to miss a thing! That’s because Andrea wants to supervise your practice. Even online, she will take the time to watch each participant carefully and give individual feedback.
For those based in Sydney, if you want to maximise your learning we have a deal for you! Join the 10-week Iraqi Performance Project, and get both courses together for $360: that’s $66 off if booked by midnight on Wednesday 24 June.
Our instructor, Andrea, brings years of deep, hands-on experience, having studied directly with world-renowned master teachers through many hours of private lessons. She’s also a familiar and beloved performer in Sydney’s Iraqi community, known for her authentic style and extensive knowledge. As a teacher, Andrea is encouraging and experienced.
with Andrea. Sundays 12-1.15pm AEST (Sydney time)
28 June to 26 July (5 weeks x 75mins)
Iraqi Dance has become very popular recently, but online representations often highlight dramatic ‘wow’ moves (hair swinging and backbends) rather than the core movements. To truly learn and perform this style, it’s important to begin with the foundations! In this course, you’ll get familiar with the fundamentals of Iraqi Kawleeya dance: footwork, posture, dynamics, energy and aesthetic. From here, you’ll build up safely, with respect to your body and to the culture. You’ll also learn about rhythms and instrumentation; as well as important cultural aspects of the dance.
For dancers with some experience, it’s a perfect opportunity to deepen your practice, consolidating the movements into your body’s muscle memory and building a firmer foundation for future learning.
Important Notes:
This course contains moves that are not suitable for dancers with neck or foot / ankle injuries. You’re still welcome to join the course and simply observe the moves that don’t suit your body.
No catch-up lessons or recordings are available, and no credits will be issued for non-attendance. Please only book if you can actually attend - we don’t want you to miss a thing! That’s because Andrea wants to supervise your practice. Even online, she will take the time to watch each participant carefully and give individual feedback.
For those based in Sydney, if you want to maximise your learning we have a deal for you! Join the 10-week Iraqi Performance Project, and get both courses together for $360: that’s $66 off if booked by midnight on Wednesday 24 June.
Our instructor, Andrea, brings years of deep, hands-on experience, having studied directly with world-renowned master teachers through many hours of private lessons. She’s also a familiar and beloved performer in Sydney’s Iraqi community, known for her authentic style and extensive knowledge. As a teacher, Andrea is encouraging and experienced.
Latin Dance Australia
263 Broadway, Glebe NSW 2037
Mirrored, air conditioned studio. Close to public transport; up to 2hrs free parking at Broadway shopping centre.
Enter via the glass doors and head directly UPSTAIRS.
