Raqs al Sayf - Bedouin Sword Dance via Zoom

Learn sword technique for traditional Egyptian Bedouin dance performed at weddings! Classes include warm ups, movements and mini combinations to develop and strengthen the body in preparation for choreography. Students also receive much individual attention in class. Cultural context of the dances, their origins and costuming are illuminated with discussion, myth, video and links to film footage and/or photos. Please feel free to email with questions. Class size limited to 1 5 to give students proper attention.

Classes are student focused and require working cameras.

Students of all ages, abilities, and cultural/religious backgrounds encouraged to attend.

For registration, email divinedances@gmail.com.

Zoom link emailed after registration is complete.

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**Zoom instructions: No purchase necessary. Download Zoom and create an account free of charge at zoom.us. For security reasons, students without a working camera, will not be permitted to attend.