Belly Dance

Name: Figure 8s Workshop with Omaris
Start: 2026-11-15T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-11-15T12:00:00+00:00
Location: Dance University

November 2026
Live Tabla Workshop & Hafla

November 1 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Roberts Recreation Center 1246 50th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL, United States

If the keyboard is the 'brain' of Arabic music, the drum is the heart. ❤ Join me for a three-hour live tabla workshop with a professional Egyptian drummer! In this workshop, we will dissect the most common rhythms and show you how to respond to them with intention. We will also demonstrate tips and tricks for interacting with drummers on stage, as well as for improvisation. Finally, we'll work through a tabla choreo or combos that will inspire you choreograph your own drum solos for years to come. ***Separate event page coming for the hafla.*** I'm trying to make this a live music hafla. More details to come.

$135
Figure 8s Workshop with Omaris

November 15 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Dance University 5002 Lena Road #105, Bradenton, FL, United States

Sunday, Nov 15, 2026 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Dive deep into the beautiful world of Figure 8s! In this technique-focused workshop, Omaris will break down and drill different variations of this essential belly dance movement, including Maya, Reverse Maya, and Cairo 8. We’ll work on proper technique, body placement, muscle control, transitions, and coordination to help you make your Figure 8s smoother, stronger, and more precise. We’ll also introduce the Jewel, exploring its technique and how to incorporate this elegant movement into your dance vocabulary. Get ready to drill, refine, strengthen, and add more beautiful Figure 8 variations to your dance! $55 More information at www.omarisdancer/workshops

$55