Place: SILTA-KAMPUS, Kankaantaankatu 4, Nokia
⭐️ 7.2.2026 Workshop series
Time: 10:00 — 14:15
Additional arrival instructions, e.g., address, public transportation, or parking details attached at the bottom of the page
The floors are cold, so we recommend bringing warm socks and slippers for your comfort.
Bazaar and Café: This year, we’re delighted to have a lovely bazaar and café on-site, where you can purchase drinks and light snacks.
10:00-12:00
Aliah
75€ /workshop, Classical Arabic Song
LEVEL: OPEN
In this workshop, we will explore the meaning of Tarab, often described as the state of musical ecstasy and connection, and learn a choreography that brings this powerful concept to life.
What you’ll gain from this workshop:
– Learn a soulful Tarab choreography that reflects the beauty and emotion of classical Arabic music.
– Master fluid transitions, soft accents, and lyrical expressions to embody the emotional depth of the performance.
– Develop your ability to connect with the audience through musical interpretation and storytelling.
12:15-14:15
Laura Zaray
65€/ workshop, Mystical Candle Tray Dance – Floorwork & Light Acrobatics
LEVEL: OPEN
In this workshop, we will learn a mystical and visually striking candle tray dance. The class includes floorwork and light acrobatics. The level is open, and participants will be offered movement variations to suit their own physical abilities.
You can also join the workshop without a tray by balancing other objects on your head, or bring a round tray from home (approximately 30–50 cm in diameter). Please note: avoid bringing anything fragile or breakable.
⭐️ 8.2.2026 Workshop series
Time: 10:00 – 16:15
10:00-11:30
Anna
45€/ workshop
Lyrical veil fusion
LEVEL: OPEN
In this workshop we will explore the fusion side of oriental dance, this time inspired by a lyrical song where you will learn how to flow with your veil and how to include some basic contemporary technique into your fusion dances. Don’t forget to bring your own silk veil!
11:45-13:45
Katya Kiipli
65€/ workshop,
Improvisation and movement vocabulary build up methods
LEVEL: OPEN
In this workshop we will be working with rhythms, listening, creating and writing out your own sequences to enrich your movement vocabulary and break down the same old patterns of movements that your body is used to doing. The goal is to improve your improvisation skills, build up the movement combinations that you can use in your dance practice.
*Please bring a pen and a notebook for this class*
14:15-16:15
Aliah
75€/ workshop,
Beautiful and graceful arms and hands
LEVEL: OPEN
In this workshop, we’ll break down the mechanics of each part of the arm—from shoulders and elbows to wrists and fingers—through focused exercises that build strength, control, and grace.
💃 What to expect:
• exercises for shoulders, arms, wrists, and hands
• Learn how to achieve soft, flowing movements and dynamic accents.
• Work on combinations and mini-sequences that integrate arm and hand technique into your dance.
• Develop expressive hand gestures to convey emotion and connect with your audience.