Tribal Bellydance Weekend
with Paulette Rees-Denis
Join us as we host Paulette in Florida for
4 workshops and an informal Hafla show!
Saturday & Sunday, October 10-11, 2015
Rhythm in Motion Dance Academy
3333 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral FL
Paulette Rees-Denis is the instigator, innovator, and initiator of the soulful Gypsy Caravan Tribal Bellydance© style that has become more of a lifestyle, full of that bountiful creative force found deep within. Assembling her lifetime of dance, music, art, and healing work, and since initiating this life-changing style over 25 years ago, Paulette teaches around the globe, to casual dancers and the pros, and also online.
Saturday 12 noon - 2 p.m.: Traditional Tribal Technique
Learn basic and universal tribal dance moves--Gypsy Caravan© format--including discussion of tribal philosophy and history, along with technique, posture and simple formation ideas, as we learn to dance together in our dancer's circle. Definition is the key as we add more moves to our repertoire.
Saturday 3 - 5 p.m.: Spunky Moves and Combos
Learn faster dynamic moves, as we step it up with punch and energy--listening to the music, moving and using the space.
Saturday Evening Hafla (with informal show)
Doors open 7:30 p.m. for shopping; show starts 8 p.m. Snacks will be served; BYOB.
Please contact Sherry for performer and vendor applications (music due October 3)
Discount tickets available for performers
Sunday 10 a.m. - 12 noon: Mesmerizing Slow Moves
Slow it down, listen to your body and feel the music, take your time while adding slower moves and accents, pay attention to counting, incorporating level changes.
Sunday 1 - 3 p.m.: Dancing Together Within the Tribal Group Structure
From dancing in simple chorus and duets, to open chorus, and revolving patterns. Changing leads and hips. Structuring a dance set for variation, drama and energy.
(We will be bringing it all together utilizing material learned in the other workshops)
Registration now available at the door only!
Weekend Package (4 workshops + Hafla ticket): $200 at the door
Individual 2-hour Workshops: $55 at the door
Saturday Evening Hafla (Show): $20 at the door
For more information please contact Sherry or call (239) 768-5575
Accommodations in Cape Coral (check out deals at www.Kayak.com):
Casa Loma Motel (walking distance to studio)
Hideaway Waterfront Resort (2 mi)
Dolphin Key Resort (2 mi)
Holiday Inn (2 mi)
Hampton Inn (2 mi)
Many Fort Myers hotels are also within driving distance
Restaurants within walking distance:
Azucar Restaurant & Bakery (Cuban) - 7 a.m.-9 p.m.
Dunkin' Donuts
Carmine Street Pizza and Mussels
Angry Tomato Deli (V/GF) - Saturday 10-7 p.m., closed Sunday
Many other restaurants within a short driving distance, including Applebee's, Pizza Hut, Thai, Chinese Buffet and Mexican
Healthy restaurants within driving distance:
Loving Hut (V) - Saturday 11:30-4 p.m., closed Sunday
Pizza Fusion (V/GF) in Ft Myers
Ada's in Ft Myers
Airports:
RSW (Fort Myers, International Airport)
PGD (Punta Gorda, serves Allegiant Air only)
Workshop and Hafla Location: