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DEAR ALL,
It's me, NADIA!
Just back in town, my homeland Singapore.
In May, a face-to-face workshop in Tokyo for the first time in about two and a half years, a live music belly dance show, a restaurant show, and NADIA ONLINE's long-awaited off-party "TOKYO HAFLA" will be held. I'm really happy to have been with you for a month. Thank you to everyone who met and everyone who took care of us.
The online workshop held at the same time was also very popular, and nearly 70 people participated online and face-to-face.
Once again, I'm really happy to share with you the special feeling of live drum solo WS with Takseema, the deep world view of SAKURA SAKURA choreography WS, and the top two popular works. I'm really thankful to you. Although it was very late, we will send the choreography video, face-to-face WS recording, and group photo to the participants by e-mail separately.
In addition, for the choreography at this WS, we plan to launch a live performance co-star and performance project again when planning the next event. Please review and warm it up.
I am glad that all the projects have been warmed up with all my might, but I was particularly impressed by the moment of reunion with everyone at "TOKYO HAFLA". The dazzling smiles of everyone who danced the many works that kept warming up despite the COVID pandemic! It really stuck in my heart.
We have received a lot of feedback on this project, but the one I was most pleased with was the comment.
"TOKYO HAFLA is our home !!"
You said well!
😭😭😭
"Home" sounds good.
It was a moment when the concept of this community and TOKYO HAFLA was newly established.
Regardless of the location, the feeling of being connected properly, whether real or online, is encouraging. I am happy to see that we are growing into a wonderful community like that warm home that will motivate everyone to live tomorrow, and I would like to grow with you all in the future. Thank you for your continued support.
I would like to hold "TOKYO HAFLA --vol.2" which I am interested in this winter. Do you want to perform? Do you want to come see it? Do you definitely want to watch it online? Want to join an organized team? Want to join the group dance this time? Anything is fine, so please let us know your opinions.
As for the future activity prospects of NADIA ONLINE, the revival of Singapore's most exciting belly dance competition is underway in the spring of next year (assuming around May 2023), so it depends on the situation of COVID. Hopefully, why don't you come to Singapore and participate in the competition? I also think it would be great if we could plan "SINGAPORE HAFLA" on the same weekend. It depends on the situation, but first of all, I will dare to put it in words so that it can be easily realized. If you are interested, please think about your plans for the next year.
Now!
This time, NADIA danced at the opening of the live performance show "Alaa El-Baab" in Tokyo, and the popular mejanse "Mashaal" was selected as the NADIA ONLINE theme song that started in June.
You can watch the video here
It's gorgeous and profound, and it's a song I really like. When I think about it, I've danced with this song many times for more than 10 years, and I actually make about 3 patterns of choreography. This time, I found a new version of a very nice sound source, so I will use it to dance the new choreography. (The sound source used when dancing at Tokyo Cafe Bohemia on 5/30: Click here for the video!)
Please prepare a veil or Isis Wing.
The official name of "Mashaal" is "Raqs el Mashaal" (Dance of Torch). "Mashaal" means "torch" in Arabic and has a wonderful title of a sparkling dance like a burning torch. It's an Egyptian song from the 1970s.
With the image of holding a torch of passion that never disappears in our soul, we want to dance a sparkling and fascinating dance.
I think it will be a show-worthy work, so now that entertainment is reviving, I wanted everyone to dance at various events, so I chose it.
Absolutely cool!
Also, when this song is finished, we will form a group dance at the opening of "TOKYO HAFLA --Vol.2" and create an opportunity to co-star with everyone. Everyone who participates, please take a look at the performance and learn together.
Regarding the schedule,
June starts from the 2nd week, so now the term has lessons until the 1st week of August. Complete the choreography in 8 weeks and build a body that can dance it.
If you want to increase your flexibility or strengthen your core, we recommend taking yoga. The sharpness of the dance is from the trunk! The suppleness of dance comes from its flexibility!
As "Yoga for Dancers", I share a lot of poses that Nadia chose. Since we are approaching from the core, it will definitely have a positive effect on your performance.
Now. Lessons are roughly divided into three styles.
■ NADIA ONLINE on ZOOM
■ ONLINE & STUDIO
■ STUDIO ONLY
"NADIA ONLINE on ZOOM", which can be taken from a distance, has been very popular in the two years of COVID pandemic, and is a popular lesson style that has been taken by more than 100 people. Prices are $ 150 (¥ 12,500) / month or package $ 250 (¥ 20,000) / 2 months. It takes 2 months (8 weeks) to learn choreography for one song, and you can take as many lessons as you like, 4 days a week, 3 classes a day, and 40 classes a month. You can participate in as many basic classes, choreography classes, yoga classes as you like without reservation. Also, even if you miss a lesson, you will receive a commentary video once a week so that you can learn choreography.
HAFLA online and the first offline "TOKYO HAFLA" will be realized this spring so that you can share what you have learned. From now on, let's hold the above events regularly. How about participating in an overseas festival with Nadia and co-starring on stage there? I think the event in Asia will be revived, so please be motivated and follow along.
Application: To NADIA
Payment: To NADIA (Bank transfer, PEATIX, PAYNOW possible)
"ONLINE & STUDIO" members are a new set plan that allows you to take online lessons as well as studios. Prices are $ 250 / month for a month or $ 450/2 months for a package. It takes 2 months (8 weeks) to learn choreography for one song, and you can take as many lessons as you like, 4 days a week, 3 classes a day, and 40 classes a month. You can participate in as many basic classes, choreography classes, yoga classes as you like without reservation. Also, even if you miss a lesson, you will receive a commentary video once a week in a style like Shinkenzemi so that you can learn choreography. Also, if your studio lesson is canceled due to COVID, or if you are requested to SHN due to a COVID infected person in your family, you can switch online from your home and take lessons flexibly. ..
Application: To NADIA
Payment: At Raffles Town Club
"STUDIO ONLY" is a ticket-based plan that has remained unchanged from before COVID and has continued at the same rate since the school was established. You can take 10 classes (10 hours) for $ 250 and the ticket is valid for 3 months. An admission fee of $ 50 is required (first time only). Tickets can be used for basic classes, choreography classes, yoga classes, performance classes, etc., so it is a perfect plan for those who want to come to the studio and exercise at their own pace. (Choreography tutorial and sound source are not included)
Application: To NADIA
Payment: At Raffles Town Club
【others】
■ Trial lesson or drop-in: $ 35 (¥ 3,000) / 60min class
■ Private lesson: $ 100 (¥ 8,000) / 60min class
■ Online private lessons: $ 100 (¥ 8,000) / 60min class
■ Online private lesson: NADIA ONLINE member discount $ 50 (¥ 4,000) / 60min class
【Admission fee】
■ NADIA ONLINE on ZOOM → None
■ ONLINE & STUDIO → None
■ STUDIO ONLY → $ 50 for the first time only (There is a promotion until the end of June. If you say "I saw Parti!", $ 50 will be waived)
[Addition] If you have purchased a $ 250 10-time ticket and cannot use it and the expiration date of 3 months is approaching, use the ticket as a voucher to pay for the above "ONLINE & STUDIO" subscription plan. It is also possible. For example, if you have a performance and want to use the ticket for the rehearsal class 5 times and use the rest for the next month's subscription, etc., we can respond flexibly if you consult us. We are arranging so that all the students do not lose. If you have any problems, please contact Nadia.
Also, for those who have a ticket for Raffles Town Club purchased before May 2021. Considering the regulations in COVID pandemic, it freezes the expiration date for more than one year, but it is informed that it will expire at the end of July this year according to the policy of Raffles Town Club. If you have a card, we have negotiated so that you can use the balance amount of that card for the above dance ticket and subscription plan.
Please let us know at the reception.
For example, if you have 3 hours left on your old card, $ 25 x 3 = $ 75, so you can buy a new card for the amount minus $ 75. It feels like a voucher.
If you have an old card, please come to RTC by the end of July 2022 and replace it with a new card. After the end of July 2022, old tickets will no longer be available. Please be careful.
However, it must be in your own name. Please refrain from buying and cashing in your friend's name. Please note that the purchased card can only be used by yourself (or your family).
[Lesson fee, studio information]
■ Admission fee: $ 50 (only for the first time as an RTC facility usage fee)
■ Monthly fee: $ 250 + GST → 40 classes You can take as many classes as you like (1 month)
■ Package: $ 450 + GST → (for 2 months)
■ Ticket system: $ 250 + GST → 60min class 10 times (valid for 3 months)
■ Date: Held on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Check the lesson schedule on the web
■ Contents: Basics of belly dance, choreography, yoga
■ Studio location: Raffles Town Club, Harmony Studio
* Performance classes are held irregularly on Saturdays by invitation only. You can only participate by ticket system. This is a special class for co-starring in a show featuring Nadia. Nadia offers direct appearances to those with a high attendance rate.
【promotion】
If you say "I saw Parti!", The admission fee of $ 50 will be waived! Until the end of June.
【important subjects】
If you have an old card, please come to RTC by the end of July 2022 and replace it with a new card. After the end of July 2022, old tickets will no longer be available. Please be careful. Also, the card is valid only in your own name.
If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact Nadia.
