These workshops are the standard workshops I offer. The suggested run time is indicated in brackets after the descriptions and can be adapted to suit.

I can also tailor a special workshop especially for your event, feel free to send me an email letting me know what you are looking for.

DANCE TECHNIQUE SERIES:

Bellydance 101 or Bellydance Basics

This workshop is a fun introduction to basic Bellydance technique. Using movements that are recognisable throughout all the various styles of Bellydance you will be shimmying with the best of them in no time. This is a fun workshop and works especially well for Hens night and Personal development courses and is the perfect accompanient to a performance set by FiFi Noir! (45-90mins)

Basic Multiple directional Tribal

Whilst honouring the origins of Tribal Style, Fiona will step you through some basic Tribal steps to show you how easily you can perform Tribal on either hip whilst following a few simple rules. Fiona relies heavily on the Black Sheep Belly Dance technique learnt directly from Kajira Djoumahna in Maui, USA. (90-120mins)

*NEW for 2011* Multidirectional Tribal Style Bellydance and New moves

Created especially for the 2011 Tribal Mosaic Winter Retreat, FiFi will share with you the secret of multidirectional Tribal style bellydance, encouraging you to mix it up with dancing on the left hip as well as the right. Using some familiar moves to get you going, she will introduce you to a few new moves from the BlackSheep BellyDance Level 2 format. And just for coming along, she'll throw in a couple of Tribalista originals like FiFi's double spin, Chris's flight and a fun new variation on the FCBD Chico with partner. This workshop is for confident dancers who have a sound understanding of Tribal Style Bellydance. Bring your zills, your voice (for the vocal cues) and an open mind. (90-120mins)

Neo Tribal Fusion combos & choreo #1

For the adventurous dancer, this is Fiona’s unique mash-up style fusing various styles of Bellydance with Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary and Classical Ballet. You will learn some basic technique along with a short sequence of funky combinations that can be used together as a choreography or plugged individually into your own. (90-120mins)

Neo Tribal Fusion combos & choreo #2

This is a further exploration of Fiona’s unique mash-up style fusing various styles of Bellydance with Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary and Classical Ballet. Adding to the combinations learnt in the #1 workshop, you will concentrate on more advanced technique and combinations including turns and spins and travelling steps. (90-120mins)

Gothique Fusion

What are the unique elements that make a dance Gothique Fusion? Fiona will step you through the importance of “embracing the dark side” to change your style of bellydance from Traditional to Gothique. This workshop will explore persona and character development techniques to expose the darkly beautiful theatricality of Gothique Fusion Bellydance. (60-90 mins)

PROPS SERIES:

Dancing with props

What props can you dance with? Fiona will share some technique on using unique props plus tips on how to adapt any prop you like into your dance routine to ensure in complements rather than distracts from your dance. This is a BYO workshop. Bring any/all of the following Fan/s, Flat bottomed metal bowl, Basket, Veils, Spinning Flags/Poi or any other prop that you may wish to try dancing with. (60 mins)

Tribal Sword

Take your basic Tribal knowledge and add a sword. This workshop starts with slow movements but also explores dancing with faster moves when using sword. BYO Sword or cane. (60-90 mins)

Tribal Fire Fusion

Have you ever wanted to dance with Fire? Fire can add a unique and exciting element to your dance but safety must always come first. This workshop talks about everything you need to know about dancing safely including the best props to use for Bellydance and how to adapt your technique and performance to incorporate fire effectively. If you have any fire props, please bring them, otherwise bring fans, hand candles, poi etc. (90 mins)

Twirling (Poi/Flags)

Twirling props can add a dramatic element to your dance and this workshop will teach you the basic moves that can be done using this fun prop. BYO poi. TIP: you can make your own first set of poi using two long socks with a tennis ball in each! (60-90 mins)