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If you are not sure what level of dancer you
are, or which of my classes would suit you best, consider the following
guidelines. They are not hard & fast rules, but they give you
an indication of how I consider the level of my students when I am
planning my classes, workshops & courses
Beginner
You have done less than 6 months of regular
classes with any Middle Eastern dance teacher (you may even be a
complete beginner with no Middle Eastern dance experience at all).
If you have had some classes, you have perhaps learned about basic
concepts of Isolation and Groundedness.
You have perhaps learned basic moves/steps such as Hip Drops, Forward
Back step, Hip Pushes, Hip Rotations, Figure 8s (horizontal &
vertical), Shoulder & Hip Shimmies.
Improver
You have done at least 6 months of regular
Middle Eastern dance classes.
You may have taken part in group performances.
You are mastering the basic techniques of Isolation and Groundedness.
You have learned more composite moves/steps such as the Camel
(sometimes known as the undulation) and Egyptian Walk (sometimes known
as the 3/4 shimmy or Hagalla), and are starting to layer movements.
You can transition easily from one move to another.
You have an understanding of the different dance styles.
You can use a simple prop such as a Veil or cane, while dancing.
Intermediate
You have done at least 2 years of regular
Middle Eastern dance classes, and workshops with teachers other than
your regular teacher.
You may have started to perform solo.
You are used to holding yourself in good posture.
You are used to using strong muscular movement for
emphasis.
You have a wide vocabulary of steps moves and combinations.
You can layer various moves comfortably.
You are used to working both in choreographed and improvised settings.
You can interpret different dance styles, and understand the music
associated with these.
You are comfortable with using props such as Veil, double Veils, Cane
or Sagat (finger cymbals, zills) while dancing.
Advanced
You have done at least 5
years of regular Middle Eastern dance classes, and regularly attend
workshops with Master Teachers as well as other teachers.
You may teach and/or you may perform.
You are used to holding yourself in good posture.
You are used to using strong muscular
movement for
emphasis.
Your moves are precise and controlled.
You are used to dealing with intricate footwork and layering moves.
You can pick up choreography fairly easily and you are capable of
choreographing for yourself and others.
You are comfortable improvising, even if the music is not familiar to
you.
You can interpret different dance styles including specific folkloric
styles and are familiar with the music and rhythms associated with them.
You are proficient with using props such as Veil, double Veils, Cane,
or Sagat (finger cymbals, zills) while dancing.
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