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Rosanna

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last updated 09/16/09
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Sweatin' to the not-so-oldies: Classes with Rosanna! (events » arts) Wednesday, September 23, 2009 - 6:00 PM 119 RSVPs STARTING NEXT WEEK!!!

Since I'm now north of the border, time to offer some classes! I'm offering technique classes separate from combo classes. This way dancers from any style can come and refine their technique and build stamina. Fusion combos is my own application of bellydance technique in crazy wonderful ways. Music and choreography will be extremely non-traditional.

I will also have some select goodies for sale(new, second hand, and hand made), some from SF and some from my closet.

Starts September 23rd at Aurora Live Studios 392 Queen Street E., Toronto (N. Side of Queen St.- 1 Block East of Parliament St.). We will be in the downstairs studio.
www.auroraliveinc.com

PLEASE - take off your shoes immediately when you enter upstairs. If there's a class in session, proceed quietly to the back of the studio to get to the stairs.

Wednesdays
6-715: Technique - All technique classes will be multi-level, with
different options given for each level. Students will be encouraged
to work at and push their own level with beginners focussing on
execution of single movements and more advanced students working on
speed, footwork, and layering. These classes will be geared to
drilling technique used accross bellydance styles. Please be prepared to sweat (towel, water bottle). Bring a yoga mat if desired.

More beginner students are encouraged to come to this class (but all levels will be
catered to).

715-830: Technique - Follows same format as earlier class, but with
different drills and variations.

830-930: Fusion combos - Fusion combos will primarily be hip
hop-bellydance fusion stuff (but may be something completely different...) and is geared towards people with prior bellydance and/or hip hop background. It will be dance-y dance-y and not drill-y drill-y.

Thursdays
6-7: Fusion combos

7-815: Technique

815-9: Stretching and Flexibility - Led stretching sequences to
improve flexibility. This class is meant to complement the work done
in the prior technique classes, ironing out tight muscles for the
weekend. Students are therefore encouraged to come to both. Please bring any yoga props (mat, blocks, strap).

Prices (cash or check only, can paypal in advance)
Technique (75 minutes) $15
Fusion combos (60) $12
Stretching and flexibility (45) $5 with previous class, $10 otherwise
(MUST come in warmed up)

Currently I'm not offering class cards. I'm not able to guarantee the
continuation of classes over the long term, so only drop ins are
available. If there is sufficient demand, I will offer longer term
packages.

- Rosanna
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Rosanna at Tribal Fusion Faire 2008

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Rosanna at Tribal Fest 2008

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My first (and last for the forseeable future) dance workshop in the Bay Area.

Hit, wave, and roll - How to funk-ify your bellydancing and applying bellydance technique to funk styles and hip hop.
We will be going over how to utilize bellydance technique to create illusory effects in popping, contracting different muscle groups to create a hit, breaking down boogaloo rolls in bellydance terminology, and flipping arm waves inside and out. I will also be discussing different dance styles ... read more
Thu, June 25, 2009 - 9:11 AM permalink - 0 comments
 
So, I ended up having a blast at TF this year, I'm so glad I went. I got to perform twice, at the Friday afterparty with Amar and DJ Dragonfly (who was great). A big thanks to Amar for letting me dance. And, as a last minute fill in, I performed at 1:42 on Saturday afternoon. I already had my wig and makeup done, and got the call as I was driving over to the fest. I'm glad I followed the 4 Ps - Prior Planning Prevents Poor Performance, so I did not have to go on stage like a half make up... read more
Mon, May 25, 2009 - 2:00 PM permalink - 4 comments
 
So, the list is up and I am not one of the performers at Tribal Fest this year. I am completely heartbroken. I've been looking forward to this for a year, even more so when I decided that I would be moving back to Toronto in the summer. After everything that I've given up to try and make my mark on bellydancing, this was one of my last opportunities in SF. Mostly due to my financial situation, many other opportunities did not happen, but I was really counting on this one.

At this poi... read more
Sun, April 5, 2009 - 7:21 PM permalink - 3 comments
 
Since January I've been taking locking classes at City Dance Studios in SF. I've been interested in learning how to lock for a few years now, but haven't really been able to figure it out. Bellydance always kinda took priority. But, I figured I'd sign up for the 10 week session, bite the $$$ bullet, and finally get my lock down. Thursday night we had our performance at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. I was really happy with how it went. Learning a new dance form is NOT easy, p... read more
Sun, March 29, 2009 - 3:16 PM permalink - 2 comments
 
How did I not hear about this???? I really need to talk to my gay best friend more...

www.logoonline.com/shows/dy...ies.jhtml

Its the gayest thing since Project Runway!! Eeeeeeeee!
Mon, March 16, 2009 - 7:04 PM permalink - 1 comment
 
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