Do you love to dance? Does the thought of belly dancing just get you shimmying? Have you ever wanted to try belly dancing but were afraid to try?
If so, then join us for dance and fun on the the 2008 Cruise the Casbah Belly Dance Cruise!
November 8-15, 2008
CARNIVAL LIBERTY
Sail from Miami, FL to the ports of Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Ocho Rios and enjoy workshops with some of the best in the industry!
Prices start at $630 per person, cruise only, based on double occupancy. Prices include all taxes and fees, your cabin, food aboard ship, entertainment, children's programs and more!
Enjoy 15 hours of workshops plus a last-night hafla!*
CLICK HERE for workshop descriptions.
A $250.00 per person REFUNDABLE deposit will hold a space for you.
This is a family-friendly cruise! Bring the whole family for a great vacation!
Special rates are available for the 3rd and 4th passengers in a cabin. Just ask!
Private instruction available.
For more information on exact pricing, please contact Ilisa Oman at One World Family Travel, LLC at
(301)865-9907 or at info@oneworldfamilytravel.com.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!
*Workshop fee is extra.
Workshop Descriptions
Here are some of the workshops that will be offered during the cruise. Times, dates and additional workshops will be added as the information comes available. Instructors and/or cruise organizers reserve the right to change the workshops if needed.
Veil Technique: Flash & Float, Impress & Finesse! Everyone Loves Veil!
Even the Eygptians are doing more of it. But what makes the difference between a superb, memorable, moving veil piece and one that’s…well, not? There is a secret! And no, it’s not necessarily the veil you’re using! In fact, each different type of veil has an advantage all its own. So what is the secret? Shakira reveals it in this class—along with movements and concepts pulled from several generations—including some techniques that have been nearly ‘lost’ today! Plus archetypal images and different scenarios that allow you to express the depth and meaning that is in your soul!
2 hours
Unlocking the Mystery of Shimmies / Shimmy for “Shimmy Haters!
Are you happy with your shimmy, or are you a "shimmy hater?" Unlocking the mystery of the "common" shimmy reveals that everyone has a different "natural shimmy." If you've been frustrated, chances are you're trying to do someone else's shimmy! Find yours, and be happy with your shimmy! Learn where you move from and shimmies become easy, pleasurable, sustainable—the way they should be! Learn where to move from, and you can duplicate any type of shimmy--and anyone's! Want to be able to shimmy like Mona Said? Samia Gamal? This class teaches shimmy technique--how to make it simple and easy, how to layer it, how to control it, take it up and down--as well as the various kinds of shimmies. Shakira pulls on her unique somatic knowledge to reveal to students how different initiation points in the body create each kind of shimmy.
3 hours
Mezze Al Sharqi
From Sassy to Demure, Bold to Bashful, join Jim Boz in a sampler
platter of combinations suitable to Raqs Sharqi and related dance
forms. From foundation techniques, through placement, orientation,
expression and follow thru, Jim will guide you on an exciting set of
musical and dance foundations that will expand your appreciation for
Middle Eastern and related dance forms. Did someone say American
Style? Did someone say Fusion? We have it all! From Egyptian, to
Turkish, to Classic AmCab to Funky Fusion...the simiarities, the
differences, and the expression that will get YOU connected to the
music and noticed as a performer!
3 hours
Finger Cymbals: Concepts, Tonality, Phrasing & Expression
In his decade plus of work as a Studio Engineer, Recording Artist and
performing Musician, Jim has had several works achieve worldwide air
play. Bringing his knowledge of music, tonality, texture and
expression, we will explore finger cymbals beyond basic patterning and
delve into technique and tonality. An excellent set of finger cymbals
are strongly recommended for this workshop. Stepping and travelling
patterns will highlight our overall approach. Some basic finger cymbal
techniques and abilities will be assumed, although we will begin with
foundations and work ourselves into a chorus of bells and bellys!
2 hours
Oriental
Known for her unique and inspiring choreographies, theatrical dynamics and soulful interpretations, Virginia will guide you through a richly ornate Oriental composition and choreography sure to captivate your audience every time! This class will also focus on articulating your technique, coordinating your phrasing patterns to the complex rhythm changes, and making seamless transitions while adding breath and vocalization to promote emotional expression and relaxation to your performance. This class is for the Oriental dancer & student looking to maximize their potential!
3 hours
Saidi
Embark on a journey along the Nile. Virginia’s extensive vocabulary and knowledge of Saidi folkloric dance are deeply rooted in Egyptian technique. Tradition meets today with her innovative musicality and cutting edge movements she has created to enthuse both American & Egyptian audience members alike! She will teach you the rhythms, music and cultural significance as well as the traditional technique and modern vocabulary for today’s ultimate dancer! Virginia will teach a full choreography guaranteed to thrill your public!
2 hours
Hatha Yoga for the Belly Dancer with Sitamun
Yoga is a wonderful tool for a belly dancer to add to her daily routine. We all know that Yoga can make a dancer feel and look better but it can also assist in make smooth transitions that make a belly dancer more graceful. Yoga also gives the student a more deeper awareness of their bodies. It is also good for our non-belly dance friends to become more flexible and relaxed so you don't need to be a dancer to participate.
2 hours
A Taste of Belly Dance
So your belly dancing friend talked you into going on a belly dance cruise with her or him and now you are curious what all the hoop-la is about. This workshop is designed for those who are beginners or those that want to be beginners. Learn how to shimmy, how to Figure 8 and snap your hips while traveling. Sitamun will teach simple combinations and group improvisation for the absolute beginner.
2 hours
