Photos by Chantilly Higbee © 2008

Spring Techniques

Finger Cymbals - April 7

Veil - May 7

(Drop- Ins -- $15/ class)

Nadiyah will have cymbals and veils available to borrow and/or purchase.

Spring & Summer Choreographies 

Fusion 1 - May 1-15

Fusion 2 - May 29-June 26, no class June 12

Turkish - July 3-17

New risers can join this class starting May 29.

           Get Ready for Summer Drills

May 14 - June 4

Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

(4 weeks/ $40 or $15/ class)

Choreographies

May 8 -June 19/ Continuing

May 29 - July 17/ New Risers

No class May 22 or June 12

Continuing Students

(9 weeks/ $90 or $15/ class)

New Risers

(7 weeks/ $70 or $15/ class)

Fall Techniques

September 10 - October 29

Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

(8 weeks/ $80 or $15/ class

Fall Choreographies 

September 11- October 8

Thursdays, 7:00-8:00 pm

(8 weeks/ $80 or $15/ class)

Pre-registration for Techniques classes is encouraged to ensure space availability.  Students must have completed a Techniques or Drills session before joining the Choreography class.  Past choreographies have included Drum Solos, Classical and Modern Egyptian Raqs Sharqi, Flamenco Fusion, Karsilama, Nubian, Raqs Assaya (Saidi Cane), Theatrical Egyptian Folkloric Dance, Tribal Fusion, Tunisian, and Veil.  Performing as a troupe member or as a soloist is strictly optional.  The next performance opportunities are on April 26 and May 16.  Additional rehearsal times may be required for performers.  Students are provided class and event updates through the Hasna Haddiyah Yahoo Group.

General Class Information

Classes take place at The Warehouse, 800 N. Hamilton St., Spokane, WA. (Map).  Enter through the Hamilton street entrance and follow the stairs to the studio. There are no refunds unless Nadiyah's schedule changes.  

Please arrive 5 minutes before class.   If arriving late or leaving early is necessary, please do so quietly.  Wear relaxed, comfortable clothing, preferably fitted exercise attire with a scarf around your hips and jazz boots.  Bring water.  No gum.

Warm ups and cool-downs are included in the lesson.  Lesson plans are provided by email in PDF.  Lesson-related questions are always welcome, and non-related discussions are welcome before or after class.

All sizes, colors, and fitness levels are welcome.  Ages 12 - 100+ are permitted in regular classes, and younger ages can be taught through specialized programs.  Each sudent is responsible for letting the instructor know of any pre-existing or current physical conditions.  Seeking advice from a physician prior to starting a new regime is always encouraged.  

All visitors must be pre-approved through the instructor. 

Nadiyah has finger cymbals and harem pants on hand to purchase, and coin scarves / belts can be purchased through Atmosphere at the Northtown Mall.  

Aisha Ali, of ARAF, instructs

Egyptian & Tunisian Jar Dancing in 2005

Bozenka instructs Belly Dance with a little Latin flair in 2006

Alexandra King taught a variety of techniques in 2004 and 2005.

Nadiyah regularly hosts instructors in workshops.  Upcoming events feature Zoe Jakes, Margo Abdo O'Dell and Veena or Neena.  Past workshops showcase Aisha Ali, Aleili, Alexandra King, Amar Gamal, Bozenka, Cassiopea, Dahlena Genova, Eva Cernik, Hala Fouzi, Kami Liddle, Kelli Marie Neumeyer, Rachel Brice, Shareen el Safy, Sonia, Tempest, and Zaina Hart.

Nadiyah is also available to teach at your next event.  She has taught all ages and has produced original choreographies for schools, bachelorette parties, corporatations, and individuals.  Contact Nadiyah for rates and availability.