Dancing With Sword
(open level)
Saturday, December 12
4 - 6:30 pm EST
4 - 6:30 pm EST
Although dancing with sword is not a part of the raqs sharqi ("belly dance") tradition in the Middle East, in the 1970's American belly dancers started to draw inspiration from Orientalist paintings depicting Middle Eastern women holding or balancing scimitars while dancing.
Since then, the sword balancing act has become a staple of many belly dance shows all over the US and in other parts of the "Western" world, even though this prop is still not a part of a typical belly dance show in the Middle East.
Since then, the sword balancing act has become a staple of many belly dance shows all over the US and in other parts of the "Western" world, even though this prop is still not a part of a typical belly dance show in the Middle East.
In our online sword workshop you will learn:
No sword experience is needed. Some belly dance experience is preferred, but dancers of all levels are welcome!
- How to hold the scimitar
- Creating beautiful lines & shapes
- Sword "striking" moves
- Sword balancing techniques
- A full sword choreography!
No sword experience is needed. Some belly dance experience is preferred, but dancers of all levels are welcome!
What You'll Need
You will need a scimitar that is balanced and appropriate for dancing.
It is preferred that you use a sword that does not have a knuckle guard.
You'll want your sword hilt to have no obstructions so that you can easily switch hands and switch grips.
If you don't have one you can purchase one from these sources:
Go to the "Props" tab, then "Swords" and select a balanced of your choice.
Use discount code SHARQI2020 for 10% off when you check out!
Make sure you are purchasing from the Belly Dancing Swords category.
Go to the "Props" tab, then "Swords" and select a balanced of your choice.
Use discount code SHARQI2020 for 10% off when you check out!
Make sure you are purchasing from the Belly Dancing Swords category.
This class will deliberately be kept small so I can watch everyone and give feedback. Sign up soon to claim your spot!
Sign UpDancing With Sword - Dec 12
$55.00
$44.00
SALE ENDS MON, NOV 30 Join our live, online Dancing with Sword workshop on Saturday, December 12, 4 - 6:30pm EST! This workshop will cover:
The workshop recording will be available for 30 days after the class airs. More info at: https://www.sharqidance.com/sword.html All payments are non-refundable. |
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