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25.01.2022 Term One Classes are open for enrollment and are filling fast! We have strictly limited places in classes, so please register early! MONDAYS 6:30 Intermediate (waiting list only) 7:45 Advanced (only 2 places left)... WEDNESDAYS 7:20 Intermediate (only 5 places left) THURSDAYS 1:00 Beginners (only 4 places left) 4:30 Raks Nura (only 3 places left) 5:00 Raks Banat (only 3 places left) 6:05 Intermediate (only 2 places left) 7:20 Beginners (only 4 places left) Register via the website: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable/ If you have trouble accessing the website (there are still some issues :( ) Please send us a PM to ask any questions, request information, or to register for a class.

25.01.2022 Just arrived for our Melba Intermediate Class!! <3 Parasol Fusion FTW!

25.01.2022 SWORDS!!! Two amazing workshops with Bronwyn - one already sold out and ONLY 1 PLACE LEFT in the other! :o TECHNIQUE (Waiting List Only) Like the cane dance, Raqs al-Saïf probably developed out of a playful and feminine interpretation of a men’s martial dance. Transnational fusion styling has transformed it again from a feminine ‘trick’ into a powerful expression of womanhood.... Open to dancers from all styles of belly dance, from intrepid continuing beginners to advanced, this two-hour workshop will introduce you to the exciting and impressive Raqs al-Saïf, or extend your existing sword skills through a series of manipulations and combinations that can be used independently or as a sequence that can be adapted to your favourite track. CHOREOGRAPHY (Only 1 Place Remaining) Looking to amp up your sword dance? Two is better than one! Suitable for dancers in all styles, in this two-hour workshop you will tap into your inner drama queen, building on the movements covered in the earlier workshop and learning a double sword choreography that will add a majestic intensity to your set. Register for workshops here: ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer.html

24.01.2022 Fabulous performers from Ghawazee Moon Bellydance! <3

20.01.2022 Summer Workshops are filling up fast! We already have one full workshop, a couple more on the way and many more already half full! Make sure you grab the Earlybird discount before the 13th December. If you're giving workshops as a gift (for yourself or for another) remember to download a free print & fold gift card! Register for workshops here: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer.html... Grab your gift cards here: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/_carddownload.html See more

20.01.2022 Perfecting Technique FTW!! Get a Technique Tune-Up with Amanda from Bellyup Bellydance!

20.01.2022 UPDATE: Only 1 Place Remaining VEIL TECHNIQUE with RENEE Focusing on one of the most well known props in bellydancing, this workshop will look at how the veil can be incorporated into your dance, whether it's for a few moments of an entrance, or an entire routine.... From single to double veil, from the floaty romantic to dramatic flair, you'll walk away with technique, combinations and plenty of inspiration! Register here: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer.html

20.01.2022 FACE-TO-FACE CLASSES RESUME IN TERM 3!! With some restrictions now lifted in the ACT, we are returning to face-to-face dance classes in term 3 and will be back to our usual shennanigans! Hoooray! As we manage all the challenges of current restrictions, and changes in people's lives, there have been some slight adjustments to the timetable as we move forward. ... > Classes will have slightly smaller maximum numbers. Though we standardly run with smaller classes, please do register early to avoid missing out on your preferred class. > Monday nights have moved from Gungahlin to Nellie Hall. > Thursday classes will have a slightly earlier schedule for those people who like to get to bed before 10pm! > Our Percussion Circle will continue to be suspended until we have a further easing of restrictions around person per m2. Hopefully this will happen before Term 3 begins, or early in the term! Please send a message if you'd like to be notified when sessions resume. > Our Troupe Rehearsals will continue to be suspended until we have a further easing of restrictions around person per m2. > We will, sadly, not be holding a Showcase this year. But will be participating in as many community performances as possible once they are running again! If you have contacted us for notification of registrations opening, you will receive a text/email (as preferred) on Monday. If you have previously selected auto-enrol, you will receive an invoice for the next term on Monday as well. Register for classes via the website: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable.html

20.01.2022 Registrations for Term 2 Classes are now open! Fingers crossed we'll be having our Showcase this year (17th of July), so Intermediate classes are closed to continuing students only. For dancers who are new, there are 3 beginner classes on offer. For experienced dancers, our advanced class is open for those who want to work on technique and developing their own dance style. Register via the website: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable/

20.01.2022 Keeping us all Safe <3 In order to allow students who need, or want, to self-isolate to continue learning, from this week we will begin recording classes which will be posted (the next day) on the school's vimeo account (linked through our Team App) for students to access. This means if you can't come to class, or don't want to come to class, you can still keep up with the choreographies and techniques we will be learning in class.... If we reach a point where we need, or want, to cancel classes, I will video class content for you to access (aiming to do so, so you can access it during class time), and we will finish the term online. At this stage, as we are not a group of 500, we should be able to practice good hygiene, and manage appropriate social distancing during class. You will be asked to: 1. Wash hands on entering buildings/dance spaces.(Gungahlin Classes can access through the front sliding doors for easy access to bathrooms). (Melba Classes can access through the side door into the bathroom area). Please remember that our dance spaces are used by many other people, and are likely not cleaned daily (though are often cleaned just before we arrive). 2. Attempt to maintain a good distance between yourself and other dancers. (Recommended 1-1.5m). Any choreographies we are currently learning that require closer positioning will be practiced differently, any hand touching in choreographies will be "pretend" for now. 3. Stay at home if you are feeling generally unwell or have any "classic" symptoms. Even if it's just a regular cold - we don't want to risk people doubling up on illnesses. 4. Cough into your elbow ... though really, that is standard practice now, yes? Please let me know if you're planning to stay home. If you haven't managed to access TeamApp yet, please send me a message and I'll walk you through the process, or sign you up manually. :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_19K9zaSS4

19.01.2022 Registrations are now open for Term Two Online! Classes start on Monday 4th May. All continuing and returning students are welcome to join. If you have previously participated in classes, but have had difficulty getting back, the Finale Choreo Class (Tuesdays 12pm and 6:30pm) might be just what you're looking for! Of course, you are welcome to join other classes as well. Beginners classes run at no cost if you are participating as an additional class. Classes will run online... via Zoom with a 15min gap between each class to manage possible delays and give people participating in multiple classes an opportunity to refresh water, speak with family members, etc. between classes. Learning support materials (videos on vimeo, notes and music on dropbox) will be available through TeamApp links. You don't need to download TeamApp, but you do need to have a profile. You can access through your browser by signing into the TeamApp website. Due to the complexities with learning online, classes are not open to absolute beginners this term, but continuing beginners are most welcome to join. All things going to plan, we should be back to in-person classes in Term 3. If you have experienced financial hardship due to COVID-19 restrictions or loss of employment, please do note this on your registration. I can organise a payment plan or scholarship to assist you to keep dancing. http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable.html

19.01.2022 This looks like a great concert! https://au.patronbase.com/_StreetTheatre//JT20/Performances

19.01.2022 Yes we do mobile workshops! Our Bellydance in a Box workshops and classes cater to schools, community groups, baby showers, birthday parties, and hen's nights! <3 http://www.bellydanceinabox.com.au/

19.01.2022 Look it's our Canberra Shimmy Mob leadership team! Team Leader Sam from Ghawazee Moon Bellydance, and fabulous Team Leader EA's Brooke from Quake Bellydance, and Fran from Bellyup Bellydance!! Join us for Shimmy Mob 2020! Sign up at www.shimmymob.com

19.01.2022 Due to continuing hazardous air quality in the ACT, and no sign of it easing in the near future, we have had to make the sad decision to cancel our Summer Workshops & Events for 2020. This was both an easy and a difficult decision to make. Difficult because all the wonderful teachers were looking forward to dancing with you and bringing some joy to a stressful and smoke-filled start to the new year.... Very easy because the health of students and our workshop teachers must always come first. With it now being almost impossible to keep smoke out of buildings, and the recommendation for the young, the elderly, pregnant people and those with asthmatic conditions to leave the area, the safest option is to not be dancing in these very toxic conditions. Some good news is that I have spoken to the co-organisers of the Canberra Casbah Festival, and we will be aiming to include as many of these workshops in the Festival workshop program as possible. So there will be another opportunity for you to dance with the wonderful teachers involved later in the year. Dancers already registered have been contacted by email and requested to send bank details so that full refunds can be made for fees already paid. Thank you for your understanding. Stay Safe Everyone.

19.01.2022 One of the things we try to encourage in order to dance sustainably is to re-use, upcycle and repair our costumes. We have a crafternoon once a term to share skills and assist students in creating their own costumes from all sorts of things. Our next crafternoon is on the 22nd March. If you'd like to come along to learn how to repair a coin scarf, or coin belt, cover a bra, or even how to make an entire costume from all sorts of things, you can start hunting around your hous...e, check out The Green Shed, or look out for pre-loved costumes for sale. Some of the things you can gather up are: Broken jewellery or old jewellery (maybe that one earring you just don't want to let go of? :) ) Fabric offcuts Pre-loved formal gowns Pre-loved sheets and doonah covers Broken coin scarves (we all have one that is falling apart) Rescue a piece from someone's discarded fabric stash (you can often find pieces of fabric at thrift and charity shops). Pre-loved cushion covers and scarves A bra that still has great cups but the elastic is shot Unlined curtains Maybe you've found a fabulous pre-loved costume and need help getting it to fit you? Maybe you have an old costume that needs a make-over? There are lots of things you can do that will reduce your impact on the environment and still have you looking amazing on stage! <3 https://www.52climateactions.com/buy-less-make-more

16.01.2022 ONLY 4 PLACES REMAINING! SHIMMY! SHIMMY! SHIMMY!! Get your shimmy under control and out in the world with this technique heavy workshop. You'll work on vertical, horizontal and sagittal hip shimmies, upper body shimmies, flutters, travelling shimmies, reclining shimmies and more! You'll learn a variety of techniques, variations and applications for this signature layering movement in bellydance.... Workshop Registrations are coming in fast! Make sure you secure your spot via the website: ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer.html

16.01.2022 Queanbeyan Multicultural Festival

16.01.2022 Last time we were at the Queanbeyan Multicultural Festival we were missing Hadeeqa so much we brought a doll replica along so she could dance with us ... which is not creepy at all! Super excited to be dancing there again - bright and early at 10:30am! <3 All dancers will be live action this year.

16.01.2022 SUMMER HAFLA & MARKETS With classes just around the corner, get together with your bellydance family for some fun socialising, shopping, music making and social dancing. Practice your new moves or give your new percussion skills a workout. Celebrate the end of summer and the start of a new year of bellydance and music! Stallholders & Sellers... If you have a small amount (max 10) of pre-loved costuming or props, you can add it to the pre-loved stall. Make sure all items have your name and a price on them, and bring an inventory with you. If you can help out for half an hour on the Pre-Loved stall, there is no fee. If you need your own table to sell your new or pre-loved items, you can book your own Market Stall Space. Tables are available, but you are welcome to bring a clothing rack. Registration is essential as numbers are limited. http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer-events.html

15.01.2022 Community Concert in Cobargo for Cobargo! <3

14.01.2022 This workshop is a fabulous opportunity to try out a unique style of Middle-Eastern Dance with the wonderful Bronwyn Buasavanh!

14.01.2022 SUMMER CRAFTERNOON!! Many bellydancers learn to sew alongside learning to bellydance. There are so many fabulous costumes you can make yourself! Our Crafternoons are a great way to get get started and pick up new skills. They're also a fun social event and an opportunity to meet dancers in other classes outside of performances and workshops. You can bring along your sewing machine or overlocker - there is room for cutting out, and costume patterns to copy.... Registration is essential as space is limited. http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer-events.html

13.01.2022 Classes start back tonight!! There are still a couple of spaces in classes if you want to come along! http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable.html

13.01.2022 Big Bellydance Showcase (Feel free to tag yourselves!)

12.01.2022 TECHNIQUE: GRACEFUL ARMS & HANDS with Sam Improve and enhance your arm and hand movements in this workshop with exercises, techniques and combinations that will help you create graceful movements, smooth transitions and gain confidence in using your arms and hands to express emotion, connect with your audience, and extend and highlight your hip work, turns and travelling steps. Only 2 Places Left!... Register here: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer.html See more

12.01.2022 Today is "Wear It Purple Day". Our school aims to be a supportive, safe and accepting environment for LGBTIQA+ people, both young and old. For our rainbow students, their friends and family, we are wearing purple today so you know you are loved, respected and appreciated exactly as you are.

12.01.2022 Was fabulous seeing Fusion Intermediate and Advanced peeps tonight - even if it was only on a screen. <3 Stay safe everyone and see your faces next week.

12.01.2022 Baladi Bunny with some good advice.

11.01.2022 Veil tonight with Renee! This workshop is now full!

11.01.2022 First Workshop in the Working with the Rhythm Stream: INTRODUCTION TO MIDDLE-EASTERN RHYTHMS with Sam. For percussionists and dancers alike, this workshop will cover the most common rhythms used in bellydance. Understanding common rhythms from the Middle-East is an essential step in your bellydance journey. You can use a Drum, Finger Cymbals, or just your hands to get a sense of rhythm patterns. We will also have brief discussions on the history of each rhythm - where they ar...e from and when they are commonly used. Register here - only 3 places remaining! ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer.html

11.01.2022 The Penultimate Dance Under a Ghawazee Moon Student Showcase 2019

11.01.2022 EDIT: 1 place left in Monday & Thursday Intermediate Classes. 2 places left in our Kids Class (ages 4+) 3 places left in our Youth Class (ages 9+) 4 places left in Mon Advanced, Wed Intermediate and Thur Beginners... Classes are filling up for next term. Only a couple of places remaining in Monday and Thursday Intermediate! And a few places remaining in other classes. We are continuing to follow Covid-Safe guidelines with small class numbers and do have some online options available for daytime classes. Register via the Website here: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable.html Continuing students can use the TeamApp quick re-registration. Classes start next week! Wo-hoo!!! <3

10.01.2022 EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS THIS FRIDAY 13th!! Register for workshops via the website: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer.html

10.01.2022 Have you had trouble registering for Summer Workshops? A couple of people have been sent to error pages when attempting to register for workshops. If this is you, please send through an email with a list of the workshops you'd like to join and I can register you offline. Most people have had success registering, so I'm not sure what's going on. It all seems to be working, so i'm assuming there's some sort of device compatibility issue that i'm not clever enough to correct.... Earlybird pricing ends on the 13th December, so make sure you register soon to catch the discounts! Email: [email protected] Website: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer.html

10.01.2022 For those who want to (or need to) continue with classes online. We have added a Wednesday night (6:30-7:30pm) Intermediate+ Class that will have a technique, styling & combination focus. All are welcome. Registration is the same as other classes - via the website. http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable.html

10.01.2022 The Tuesday night beginners class is FULL. There are two daytime classes in Macgregor suitable for beginners if you're keen to get started this term. Register via the website: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable.html

07.01.2022 We're going super traditional this term! Doll by the amazing Merle <3

07.01.2022 Monday night classes are on as usual! See you tonight!!

06.01.2022 ONLY 3 PLACES LEFT! Back to Basics with Samina is a progressive 2-session workshop perfect for absolute beginners! Want to have a go at bellydancing, but aren't sure if it's actually your thing? In this double workshop you'll get a taste of core bellydance technique, bellydance postures, arm positions and travelling steps, with friendly support and lots of laughs along the way.... Continuing bellydancers and beyond will find this workshop useful for solidifying technique, with opportunities to explore expression, intention, and layering - or just loosen up after the Summer Break! Register via the website: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer.html

05.01.2022 Registrations for Term 1 are now open! We have classes for dancers from preschool to adult, beginners to advanced. We also have a fortnightly percussion (music) circle <3 Gungahlin Mondays 6:30-7:40 (Intermediate) 7:45-8:55 (Advanced)... Gungahlin Tuesdays 6:30-7:40 (Beginners) 7:45-8:55 (Intermediate) Melba Thursdays 4:30-4:50 (Littlies) 4:30-5:10 (Kids) 5:15-6:15 (Youth) 6:20-7:30 (Intermediate) 7:35-8:45 (Advanced) Saturdays (Macgregor) 2:00-3:00pm (Percussion - fortnightly) Register for a Class Today! http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable.html

05.01.2022 It's today!! Drop in and dance in the air conditioning, join the live music and catch up with friends! There should easily be space for everyone, but feel free to send Sam a text 0403020796 if you want to check first.

04.01.2022 We're back to in-person classes tonight - starting with this crazy crew!! <3 There are a couple of spaces still available. Sign up via the website here: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable.html https://www.instagram.com/p/BTWPCwPjLHG/

04.01.2022 Big Day of Workshops today! Intro to Middle-Eastern Rhythms Rhythm & Zills, and Improvisation!!... We're all going to be a bit tired by the end of it

03.01.2022 Stay Safe People! If you haven't packed your Go Bag yet, make sure you're prepared! https://www.lifehacker.com.au//how-to-pack-a-go-bag-for-em

03.01.2022 Come see us this morning at 10:30am at the Queanbeyan Multicultural Festival!

02.01.2022 SUMMER PERCUSSION CIRCLE JAM All levels of percussionists - including beginners - are welcome to join the circle. This is not a class, but a lightly facilitated session giving you the opportunity to practice with others, gain confidence in your abilities and expand on your knowledge through peer-to-peer learning. If you have your own percussive instrument, please bring it along. This can include drums, hand drums, finger cymbals, riqq, tambourine, your hands! :) If you need t...o borrow an instrument, please let us know when you register. Registration is essential as space is limited. http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer-events.html

02.01.2022 Registrations are now open for Term 4 Classes! Monday 6:30pm Intermediate Monday 7:45pm Advanced Wednesday 12:30pm Open Technique (Online/Face-to-Face)... Wednesday 7:20pm Intermediate Thursday 1:00pm Beginners Thursday 4:30pm Raks Nura (kids) Thursday 5:00pm Raks Banat (youth) Thursday 6:05pm Intermediate Thursday 7:20pm Beginners Saturday (fortnightly) 2:00pm Percussion Circle Evening Classes are held at Nellie Hall in Melba Daytime Classes are held at Sam's home studio in Macgregor. Register for your class today via the website: http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/timetable.html

02.01.2022 Hoping that all those people fighting fires, supporting fire crews, providing shelter and assistance to evacuees, rescuing and nursing injured wildlife - everyone involved in the daunting task of preventing, fighting and recovering from these fires - has a chance to have a dance today. <3 You're all amazing people. If you can, please donate $$ to rural fire services and other services assisting firefighters, people and animals affected by the fires.

02.01.2022 Zilltastic!! Understanding the Rhythms of Middle-Eastern music is an essential step to interpreting and connecting to the music that inspires you. You'll be learning finger cymbal patterns that complement a variety of rhythms, along with movement combinations and improvisations to help build your musicality and increase your confidence when dancing with finger cymbals. This workshop is half full already. Register here:... http://ghawazeemoon.com.au/summer.html See more

02.01.2022 Join the Canberra Shimmy Mob Team!!

01.01.2022 Yesterday, with the Government declaring a Public Health Emergency, we made the difficult, but i hope ultimately responsible, decision to put all classes online to finish the term. As always the health and well-being of our students (along with their families, and extended community) is our first priority. We'll be doing (hopefully) a mix of recorded and live-streaming to keep us going. Doubtless there will be some hiccoughs along the way as we all get used to it, but I'm sur...e there'll be a lot of laughs too! I’m not super happy about it, but I feel that it's the right thing to do, and means we can do our bit to help flatten the curve. I hope that in a few weeks/a months time, you will all still be well and happy, and that this will seem like a massive over-reaction. A massive thank you to students who have been supportive of this decision. Hopefully 2020 will decide to give us a small break as we head into Winter. https://www.abc.net.au//coronavirus-act-declares-/12058658