Arabian Night
May 9, 2011
WHEN: Sunday 22nd May 2011
TIME: 20:30 onwards. Dance shows at 21:30 and 22:45
PRICE: EUR 15.00* (drinks not included)*covers entrance, a variety of arabic mezze and shows.
Tickets are limited, so hurry! Call Jane on 99065142 or email yahabibimalta@gmail.com today to book. Tickets available from Jane Camilleri at Garden View Complex, Swieqi (Monday 15th May from 7pm till 10pm and Wednesday 18th May from 7pm till 10pm) or Jimmy’s Car Rentals, Mellieha; and also from Yacht Cafe, Ta’Xbiex (Opening hours Monday to Saturday, 9:00am till 4:00pm). Alternatively, you may pay via online transfer or cheque and collect your tickets at the door on the day against presentation of e-receipt issued by Ya Habibi Malta.
Classes in Gozo
September 29, 2010
Try it out THIS SATURDAY from 10:00 till 11:00. Register and pay up for the full 8-week course on the day for just EUR 70.00 or just pay for the one session at EUR 12.00 (you will not be registered).
Rehealsel Schedule
April 1, 2010
Those who are participating in the San Anton Gardens showcase on May 1st are kindly requested to attend practice sessions/rehealsels as follows:
– KISS KISS choreography practice
- Wednesday 21st April between 8:30pm and 9:30pm, €8.00, Minimum 5 persons.
- Wednesday 28th April between 10:00pm and 10:30pm (after class), €4.00, Minimum 5 persons.
– HABIBI YA AINI veil choreography practice
- Wednesday 21st April between 9:30pm and 10:30pm, €10.00, Minimum 3 persons.
- Monday 26th April between 10:00pm and 10:30pm, €5.00, Minimum 3 persons.
– A general rehealsel will be held on Friday 30th April between 8:00pm and 8:30pm. This rehealsel is free of charge, and we will be going through the programme once or twice, staging the whole show, fixing everyone’s placement, entrances and exits. Feel free to make this your dress rehealsel, should you so wish. Please note – this is NOT a practice session but a run-thru.
Bellydance Classes starting in April…
April 1, 2010
Dear friends and members of YaHabibi,
Summer is around the corner and what better way to work off all the “figolli” and easter eggs than bellydance? Not only is it a fun way to workout, but it is also an excellent opportunity to meet new people, making new friends whilst learning something new. Whether you are a returning student or a total newcomer, I am sure you will find a class that suits your level and goals.
The new term kicks off with a one-off Bellydance Taster on Wednesday 21st April between 7:15pm and 8:15pm. If you are a newcomer and would like to give bellydancing a try first before commiting to a course, then this is the class for you. So rally your friends and for only €12.00 per person, you get to try something new whilst sharing a few laughs together. Group discounts will apply for groups of 8 and more.
This spring, we have two student showcases scheduled. On Saturday May 1st at 8:00pm, students from the advanced beginners and intermediate classes will be joining me in a performance at San Anton Gardens during the annual Horticultural show. The show at Baystreet will be held on Sunday 6th June at 9pm. Please keep May 8th – World Bellydance Day – free for our quarterly Hafla, the details of which will be announced shortly.
As part of our promotion, we have teamed up with Charlene of Soap Cafe (www.soapcafemalta.com) who will be offering samples from her hand-made lavish soaps for the first 20 students and discount vouchers for the first 50 students to book. Please note that bookings are only valid if confirmed with a payment and will be treated in the order payment is received. Do not loose your chance of benefitting from this unique promotion!
Watch out for our forthnightly shimmy bootcamps – a great workout plus an opportunity to polish those shimmies, plus learn new variations and layering techniques. I have now split the material into two levels: Shimmy 1 (no layers) and Shimmy 2 (layers) – thus both beginners and intermediate students can pick a class suited to their technical level.
To those who have joined the last session’s classes and activities – THANK YOU for your enthusiasm and for being such amazing students! I am very proud of each and everyone of you!
Wishing you a figolliscious Easter…
Yours in bellydance,
Jane
YA HABIBI MALTA – school of Middle Eastern Dance
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List of Courses
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BEGINNER 1 – The fundamentals
Level: Complete Beginner
What: This introductory 8 week programme is structured to teach the fundamental movements found in bellydance. Students will be introduced to basic technique, including isolations, slides, circles, shimmies, figure 8s, undulations, and various hip accents.
When: Every Monday from 26th April till 14th June, from 7:15pm till 8:30pm.
Where: Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
Price: €90.00 (8 lessons, 1 hour 15 minutes each), minimum 8 students. Drop-ins are welcome at €14.00 per class.
BEGINNER 2 – Movement Applied A+ Choreography
Level: Beginners with some experience / Students who have completed the Ya Habibi B1 Programme
What: This is a stuctured 8 week programme aimed at students with some experience in bellydance or those who have already completed the Beginner 1 programme. In this course students will refresh the technique learnt in the Beginner 1 programme whilst introducing layering and travelling moves. Additionally students will learn how to apply foundation moves to form basic combinations as well as explore more complex movements. A fun short choreography will be taught during the second part of the course, allowing students to apply the movements learnt throughout the Beginner Programmes.
When:
Part 1 (Technique only) – Every Wednesday from 28th April till 16th June, from 7:15pm till 8:30pm
Part 2 (Choreography) – Every Wednesday from 20th June till 28th July, from 7:15pm till 8:30pm
Where: Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
Price:
Part 1 (Technique only) – €90.00 (8 lessons, 1 hour 15 minutes each), minimum 8 students
Part 2 (Choreography) – €56.00 (5 lessons, 1 hour 15 minutes each), minimum 8 students
BEGINNER 3 – Movement Applied B + Choreography
Level: Beginners with some experience / Students who have completed the Ya Habibi B2 Programme
What: This is a stuctured eight week programme aimed at students who have completed the Beginner 2 programme. In this course students will review and drill the movements, layers and combinations introduced during the previous programme. The focus will be on polishing and refining the foundation technique learnt during the beginner courses which is essential for a smooth transition to the intermediate programmes. Basic veil will be briefly introduced. A fun short drum solo choreography will be taught during the first part of the course, whereas an arabic pop choreography is scheduled for the second part.
When:
Part 1 – Every Wednesday from 28th April till 16th June, from 8:30pm till 10:00pm
Part 2 – Every Wednesday from 20th June till 28th July, from 8:30pm till 10:00pm
Where: Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
Price:
Part 1 – €114.00 (8 lessons, 1 hour 30 minutes each), minimum 6 students
Part 2 – €71.00 (5 lessons, 1 hour 30 minutes each), minimum 6 students
INTERMEDIATE 2 – Saiidi Technique and Choreography
Level: Intermediate students / Students who have completed the Ya Habibi I1 Programme
What: This is a stuctured 8 week programme aimed at students who have completed the Intermediate 1 programme. In this course students will be introduced to traditional Saiidi technique and combinations using a cane. A Raqs Assaya choreography will be taught.
When: Every Monday from 26th April till 14th June, from 8:30pm till 10:0pm Where: Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
Price: €114.00 (8 lessons, 1 hour 30 minutes each), minimum 6 students
INTERMEDIATE – Raqs Sharki Choreography
Level: Beginner 3 / Intermediate students
What: Learn an exciting original routine to Sahar’s “Drama Queen” oozing with Egyptian flavour.
When: Every Monday from 28th June till 26th July, from 8:30pm till 10:00pm
Where: Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
Price: €71.00 (5 lessons, 1 hour 30 minutes each), minimum 6 students
Registration Dates:
TUESDAY 20th April 2010 @ Garden View, from 7.15pm till 8.15pm
WEDNESDAY 21st April 2010 @ Garden View, from 7.00pm till 10:30pm
For more information on the courses or to book, please email me on yahabibimalta@gmail.com or call 99065142. A registration form will be emailed or posted to you, which must be returned completed together with the payment to the address indicated on the registration form prior to, or handed in on the Registration Date. Class sizes are restricted, therefore early booking is highly recommended. Please note that the course prices are undivisable and all sales final. There is a one time registration fee of €5.00 payable by newcomers. Terms and conditions apply.
Please note that since the courses are syllabus driven, I am not able to accept drop-ins for the B2 level and upwards.
Bellydance Get-together
March 24, 2010
To celebrate the end of this session, we are having a get-together this Saturday, 27th March.
First stop is at Hugo’s Tapas at 9pm for some delicious, mouth-watering tapas and wine. Later, we head to Bar Native where DJ Oxley will play a set of arabic pop music especially for us.
Hope to see you all there and don’t forget your hip scarfs!!
Salam
Jameelah
Fellahi Choreography Workshop
March 5, 2010
::: PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE – WORKSHOP HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO MAY, DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED ::::
WHAT: Fellahi Choreography Workshop
ABOUT: The Fellahi is a folkloric Egyptian dance style originating from the countryside danced by farmers. The words Fellahi and Fellahin mean farmer and farmers, respectively. The music is based on the fellahi rhythm (which is a light 2/2 rhythm), and always includes vocals. The dance itself depicts the everyday work of the farmers, such as collecting water in a jug and gathering food in a basket. Here are some good youtube videos showcasing this dance:
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=881RkSk_dSc&feature=related
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxpLKnp_WqE&feature=related
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yfdJBCb664&feature=related
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1kzvtElhd0&feature=related
LEVELS: Beginners with experience (B2) and up. Not suitable for complete beginners.
WHEN: Due to circumstances beyond my control, this workshop has been postponed to May. New date will be announced shortly.
TIME: 14:00 till 16:00, total of 2 hours.
PROPS: No props will be used in this choreography
CREDITS: Original choreography by Aida Nour, adapted in parts by Jane Camilleri. Workshop is being staged by Jane Camilleri.
PRICE
Ya Habibi Students: PREPAY – EUR 30.00; AT THE DOOR – EUR 35.00.
Non-Students: PREPAY – EUR 35.00; AT THE DOOR – EUR 40.00. Additional registration fee of EUR 5.00 payable by newcomers only.
Space is limited, so register today! Call Jane on 99065142 or email yahabibimalta@gmail.com.
NEW COURSES COMMENCING JANUARY 4TH!
December 8, 2009
Below is a list of the new courses that will kick off on January 4th:
B E G I N N E R 1 – THE FUNDAMENTALS
LEVEL: Complete beginner
WHAT: This introductory10-week programme is structured to teach the fundamental movements found in bellydance. Students will be introduced to basic technique, including isolations, slides, circles, shimmies, figure 8s, undulations and hip accents.
WHEN:
Every Monday from 4th January till 8th March, from 7:15pm till 8:15pm @ Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
OR
Every Wednesday from 6th January till 10th March, from 7:15pm till 8:15pm @ Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
PRICE: EUR 85.00 (10 lessons), plus EUR 5.00 one time registration fee payable by newcomers (former students registered with BDM are exempted)
B E G I N N E R 2 – MOVEMENT APPLIED (+ Choreography)
LEVEL: Beginner with experience / Students who have completed the Ya Habibi B1 Programme
WHAT: This is a structured 12 week programme aimed at students with some experience in bellydance, or those who have already completed the beginner 1 Programme. In this course, students will refresh the technique learnt in the Beginner 1 programme and learn to layer and travel with it. Additionally, students will be introduced to basic combinations and explore more complex movements as well as different arm and foot positions. Basic veil will be briefly introduced. A fun short choreography will be taught at the end of the course, allowing the students to apply the movements learnt throughout the Beginner Programmes.
WHEN: Every Wednesday from 6th January till 24th March, from 8:30pm till 9:45pm
WHERE: Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
PRICE: EUR 125.00 (12 lessons, 1hr15m each), plus EUR 5.00 one time registration fee payable by newcomers (former students registered with BDM are exempted)
I N T E R M E D I A T E 1 – TECHNIQUE, FOOTWORK and VEIL (+ Choreography)
LEVEL: Students who have completed the Ya Habibi B2 Programme
WHAT: During this 12-week programme, students will be exposed to more advanced combinations and footwork, and explore veils in more depth. An egyptian pop choreography will be taught towards the end of the course. Basic zill patterns will be introduced.
WHEN: Every Monday from 4th January till 28th March, from 8:30pm till 10:00pm
WHERE: Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
Price: EUR 150.00 (12 lessons, 1hr30m each),
DROP-IN CLASS PROCEDURE
Students enrolled in any Beginner or Intermediate Programs are encouraged to attend as many additional classes per week AT OR BELOW THEIR LEVEL as they would like. They may do so in one of two ways:
Option 1: Pay as you go: EUR12.00 per 1 hr class
Option 2: Use your 10- or 5-Class Card
Class Cards are pre-paid 1 hr classes and may be purchased for any currently enrolled student. 5-Class Cards cost EUR 50 (5 hours); 10-Class Cards cost EUR 80 (10 hours). Cards are valid for the individual whose name appears on the card. Class Cards are valid for 10 weeks from the date of purchase and must be presented before class begins. Class cards are non-replaceable, transferable or refundable. No exceptions!
Registration Date: TUESDAY 29th December 2009 @ Garden View, from 7.15pm till 8.15pm
For more information on the courses or to book, please email me on jane.camilleri@gmail.com or call 99065142. A registration form will be emailed or posted to you, which must be returned completed together with the payment to the address indicated below prior to, or, handed in on the Registration Date.
Class sizes are restricted, therefore early booking is highly recommended.
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