Bay area folks:
My friend Amacker who lives in San Francisco sent this to me.
If you've ever wanted to know how to twirl fire like the Polynesian dancer guys at the Mai Kai (and any other Polynesian floor show), this is info about classes on learning how. (Now, if they could show me how to undulate my hips the ways the Mai Kai gals do, I just might fly out to Berkely for these!!)
alice b
Note: the photos on the instructor's website lead me to believe it's more witchy/Burning Man-y than Polynesian, "not that there's anything wrong with that" :wink:, but it looks like you could still learn the moves and how not to get burned!
The posting can be found at: http://www.kfire.net/classes.html
To register for a class or to ask questions, please contact
[email protected]
CLASSES NOW AVAILABLE:
Class I: Beginning Fire Dancing (poi)
Class size: 6
Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30pm
The class runs from January 17th- February 21st, 2006
Experience the beautiful and exhilirating art of spinning fire! In
this 6-week class you will learn the foundational movements for
spinning poi (fire chains), along with becoming knowledgable in fuels
and fire safety procedures. Moves to be covered include side circles,
the weave (over and underhand), the butterfly (over and underhand),
the corkscrew (clockwise and counter-clockwise) and some basic turns
and transitions. A demonstration will be made on how to build your own
fire poi, and each student will have the opportunity to spin
actual fire in the final class!
Class II: Intermediate Fire Dancing (poi)
Class size: 6
Thursdays, 7:00-8:30pm
The class runs from January 19th- February 23rd, 2006
If you have mastered basic poi moves like the weave, the butterfly,
and the corkscrew and are ready for the next challenge, this class if
for you! In this class we will cover more advanced moves like
pinwheels (four directions), thread-the-needle (two directions), and
hip reels (4 directions) as well as transitions and turns between
these moves and the weave. Time permitting we will also cover basic
stalls, wraps, and through-the-leg moves. Instruction will be
flexible to adapt to each student's skill level. Students will have
an opportunity to try out there new moves ON FIRE in the final class.
LOCATION
Classes will be held in Berkely at the Xian artists warehouse at 1037
Murray St near Ashby and San Pablo. It is just off the 80 freeway
and is accessible by public transportation. The warehouse provides
workspace for various talented local artists creating a fun, funky
atmosphere, and the dance studio itself comes equipped with
mirrors and a sound system.
Map available at:
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?searchtype=address&country=US&addtohistory=&searchtab=home&address=1037+Murray+St&city=Berkeley&state=ca&zipcode=
COST
The cost for each series of classes is $65 and includes fuel for the
final class. Students need to provide their own practice poi.
Information is available from the instructor upon request on how
topurchase or make your own set. A $25 deposit is required to reserve a
spot in the class which can be paid online with Paypal or by mail.
REGISTRATION
To register for classes, please send an email to
[email protected]
and include the following information:
Your name
Phone number
What class you are registering for
How you would prefer to pay the desposit (Paypal or mail)
If you need information regarding practice poi
Any special needs, questions, or concerns
This listing, along with information about the instructor and
student testimonials, can be found at:
http://www.kfire.net/classes.html
"Zazz captivates felt."
[ Edited by: Formikahini 2005-12-06 11:18 ]
