Cairo Fusion offers
technique-specific classes of all levels, along with private instruction.
Our basis is American style bellydance fused with Tribal and many contemporary
and urbanized styles of dance.
Our teaching technique is very
thorough, and disciplined, with great emphasis on creating true performers and
nurturing essential sisterhood. All dancers specialize in dancing as a
group... as sisters.
NO students are required to perform. Performance is elective to each individual. However, Cairo Fusion is a performance-based company and therefore, somewhat more demanding and disciplined than many comparable forms of dance.
Classes are taught in a course-style format. The classes are very fast-paced and require both determination and dedication. In order to become a member of the Gypsy Echoes, ALL aspiring students are required to complete the 'Intro to Cairo Fusion Basics Course' (minimum of 8 months T&T). At show time, we believe our performances better reflect the hard work and equality among our dancers.
Classes Offered:
Technique and Theory Classes (T&T)
- Upper Body 1 & 2 - Hips 1 & 2 - Footwork 1 & 2 - Layering 1 & 2 -
Learn the basics of our unique style of Bellydance Fusion; the history, music, technique and proper application. Open to all level of dancers and must be completed prior to joining the Gypsy Echoes, regardless of previous dance experience. Heavy focus on technique, isolations, body awareness, strength, and drilling.
1 1/2 hr. classes, 1 weekly - $60 per month
Level 1: Monday 6:00—7:30 pm Level 2: Saturday 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Click here for printable registration form.
Please contact Samira for additional information or questions.
BELLY BUSTER!
Created for the dancer who wants to TRAIN their bodies more. Focuses on strength training and endurance, along with flexibility. Although belly dance moves will be used for many of the drills, it is not required that you be a dancer to participate. This class benefits everybody!
1 hr. classes, 1 weekly - $50 per month
Friday 6:30-7:30 pm
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Please contact Samira for additional information or questions.
The Gypsy Echoes - Performance Group
Expand knowledge & refine technique. Gain & apply an understanding of music and theory. Focus on group choreography and performance. Costuming required. Must be referred by Cairo Fusion instructor.
(On average, most students are prepared to join the Gypsy Echoes within 8-12 months of T&T classes.)
1 1/2 hr. classes, 1 weekly - $60 per month
Monday 7:30-9:00 pm
Isis - Performance Group
Expand knowledge and speed with choreography and technique. Introduction to professionalism, stage presence, and audience interaction. Focus on group choreography, physical training, and performance. Costuming and additional classes required. All Isis members must also attend Gypsy Echoes classes and an additional technique class. Must be referred by Cairo Fusion instructor.
1 1/2 hr. classes, 3 weekly - 'Unlimited Class' rate
Wednesday 8:30-10:00 pm
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Meet the Instructors:
- Samira Il Naia -
-Director, instructor, and choreographer for Cairo Fusion-
Although Cairo Fusion entered the world in 2004, I feel that our true
identity was born after encountering UNMATA and Shimmy Shakti in 2005. Since
then, dance has taken on a whole new meaning to me. I find no greater
pleasure than sharing the stage with my girls, and continually creating our
signature style and technique. The highlight of it all--Watching my girls
explode into super-hot, confident rock stars!!
-Assistant Director & Cairo Fusion instructor-
"While I've always loved and appreciated dance, it wasn't until fall of 2000 that I took it up for myself - in the form of ballroom and swing dancing with my husband. However, having seen Samira dance many times, I knew my true love was bellydance. I took a few random community education classes, then finally found my true dance "home" in January of 2006 with Cairo Fusion. Shortly thereafter, I found out I was pregnant. I danced through my entire pregnancy, even performing two weeks before my son was born in early December 2006. In January 2007, I joined Mazana, and now enjoy an unparalleled energy, focus, discipline and drive for bellydance fusion. My true passion is group dance, large or small, where the community and synergy of sharing the stage with my sisters is an experience above all others."
- Za'Nyah -
-Instructor-
Za'Nyah has taken dance since the age of 3, first with ballet and jazz and later adding tap, lyrical, hip hop, Pointe, salsa, and musical theater. After achieving a BA in Theater Arts in 2004 from Central Washington University, Za'Nyah moved Boise, where she found and fell in love with belly dance. Beginning with traditional forms taught by Sidonia, Za'Nyah found her place in the fusion world with Samira and Cairo Fusion. In 2007 Za'Nyah joined Mazana, where the strength and focus of the classes and choreographies (along with the wonderful sisterhood therein) really lit her fire to continue to improve her technique and experiment with any and all styles of fusion.
- Zelah -
-Instructor-
"I love that dance
challenges me - not only to look inward at my strengths and weaknesses, but
also to move outward and try to express that extra "something" that turns the
steps into a work of art that takes one's breath away."
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