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Helsinki Oriental Super Weekend 15.-16.2020

Second edition of our wonderful winter event is here! Two days of workshops and a Saturday night party with shining performers! This time we will also have lectures and of course a dance bazaar. A fun weekend guaranteed - just check the details below, sign up to workshops and apply for open stage!

SATURDAY WORKSHOPS:

10:00-12:00 Mikaela Jokinen - Choreography: Indian girl with an Egyptian heart! Mikaela's special oriental fusion dance to a graceful bollywood song.
12:15-14:15 Outi of Cairo - Technique: Dabke - Steps and combinations to the heavy Lebanese beats in ladies night club style. Bring your high heels along if you have!
14:30-15:30 Ulla Borgenström - Lecture: History of Music - Introduction to the most important music and artists of classical oriental dance.

SUNDAY WORKSHOPS:

10:00-12:00 Ulla Borgenström - Technique: Isolate and combine, shimmies, accents and smooth core work on the move!
12:15-14:15 Laura Zaray - Technique: Candle trays in action! Basic handling and showy combinations with the most luminous instrument. Bring your own tray or borrow one from us!
14:30-15:30 Ulla Borgenström - Lecture: Why Cairo is so important to dancers - A look into aspects of Egyptian everyday life that transfer into dance and vice versa.

Workshops á 36€
Lectures á 12€
3-4 Workshops/Lectures -5%
5-6 Workshops/Lectures -10%

All registrations are binding, prices incl. VAT 10%.
Register by clicking the sign up button below!

More about our teachers: https://www.helsinkioriental.fi/en/dancers

SATURDAY PARTY with OPEN STAGE

18:30 Doors open, tea and dates are served.
Professional bellydancers and open stage stars perform!
Entry 10€.

To apply for open stage, contact us at info@helsinkioriental.fi and tell us more of who you are and what you would like to dance. We wish to create an interesting and dynamic line up of individuals and groups.

All workshops and the party will be held at the Helsinki Oriental dance studio in Kalasatama, right next to the metro station.

Helsinki Oriental Summer Sessions 14.-16.6.2019 with Farah Nasri

Three days full of workshops and shows await - Helsinki Oriental welcomes dancers of all levels to join our wonderful Summer Sessions with guest star FARAH NASRI from Cairo!

THURSDAY:

19:00 Opening party at Helsinki Oriental

FRIDAY:
09:30-11:30 Mikaela Jokinen - Hot 'n spicy Drum Solo
11:30-13:30 Farah Nasri - Technique *SOLD OUT*
13:30-15:30 Outi of Cairo - Choreography: Shaabi to Ana albi andak
15:30-17:30 Saara Soikkeli - Technique and combinations for Egyptian baladi and oriental style

19:00 Dinner party at Satama Bistro Bar

SATURDAY:
09:30-11:30 Ulla Borgenström - Choreography: Oriental
11:30-13:30 Farah Nasri - Tarab *SOLD OUT*
13:30-15:30 Maija King - Technique: Relaxed shimmies and sharp accents in action *FEW SPOTS LEFT*
15:30-17:30 Tuija Rinne - Folklore technique and combinations to three different styles

19:00 Show at Caisa Cultural Centre

SUNDAY:
09:30-11:30 Nina Tiusanen - Choreography with Melaya *FEW SPOTS LEFT*
11:30-13:30 Farah Nasri - Shaabi *2 SPOTS LEFT*
13:30-15:30 Laura Zaray - Technique: Isolate your flow, intensify your softness!
15:30-17:30 Saara Lehto - Improvisation: Insight into your own dance and movement through creative exercises

Workshops with Farah: á 78€
Workshops with other teachers: á 36€
3 workshops: -5%
4-6 workshops: -10%
7-10 workshops: -15%
11-12 workshops: -20%
Thursday opening party: 5€
Friday dinner party: 20€ (incl. vegan buffet)
Saturday show: 26€

Book your show tickets and workshops by clicking the sign up -button below. When choosing several items, you may use the info field for the course info to avoid having to fill up several forms. All registrations are binding!
For any further requests don't hesitate to email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi.

Helsinki Oriental Super Weekend 16.-17.2.2019

Come and dance the winter away! Two days full of workshops and a Saturday night party with shining performers! See the program below, sign up to workshops and apply for open stage!

SATURDAY WORKSHOPS:

10:00-12:00 Mikaela Jokinen - Choreography: El Hawa Sultan by George Wassouf (Chor. by Esmeralda Colabone)
12:10-14:10 Outi of Cairo - Technique: Shimmies and more! FULL!
14:20-16:20 Ulla Borgenström - Choreography: Baladi to Beledi Vibe

SUNDAY WORKSHOPS:

10:00-12:00 Pia Bärlund - Choreography: Flamenco Oriental
12:10-14:10 Nina Tiusanen - Technique: Details later!
14:20-16:20 Maija King - Choreography: Short but energetic Egyptian style dance to the song Momo Sharbat

All workshops á 33€
Three workshops 85€ (+ á 25€ for additional workshops)
Six workshops 145€ (incl. party)

All registrations are binding, prices incl. VAT 10%.

To register, click the sign up -button below.
NOTE: Unless you sign up to all workshops, you must leave a new registration form for each workshop. You can also sign up by emailing us at info@helsinkioriental.fi.

More about our teachers: https://www.helsinkioriental.fi/en/dancers

SATURDAY PARTY with OPEN STAGE

18:30 Doors open, tea and dates are served.
Professional belly dancers and open stage stars perform!
Entry 7€.

To apply for open stage, contact us at info@helsinkioriental.fi and tell us more of who you are and what you would like to dance. Video clips are also appreciated! We wish to create an interesting and dynamic line up of individuals and groups.

All workshops and the party will be held at the Helsinki Oriental dance studio in Kalasatama, right next to the metro station.

Dance Fitness Instructor Training 12.1.2019

Are you a dance fitness instructor or planning on becoming one? This is a special course for instructors of DanceMix, FitDance, Zumba, DanceCocktail or any other type of mixed dance class. This workshop will get you started on adding some Belly Dance moves to your routine and instructing them safely to your customers!

We will start the training by taking a brief look at the basic techniques and different styles of Oriental Dance, including the Belly Dance of Egyptian night clubs to folklore of the desert and the trendy Shaabi street dance. The latter part of the workshop will be spent on learning combinations and drills that are ready for you to use in your class. You will also get a list of the music used to bring you to class authentic and fresh!

Oriental Dance is quite easy on steps but adds a nice challenge for the inner muscles and middle body. It is rather smooth for a change to keep your class dynamic and suitable for everyone.

The workshop will be given by Ulla Borgenström, the owner of Helsinki Oriental. Apart from Oriental Dance she has worked ten years in fitness instructing a variety of subjects including different kinds of mixed dance combinations, body maintenance and gym training. She knows how to keep the class rolling and people sweaty and happy.

The workshop will be held at the beautiful Helsinki Oriental dance studio right next to Kalasatama metro station.

The workshop includes:
- 3h Workshop with personal feedback
- 10-12 Ready combos
- List of music used for each combo and more!
- Chance to film the combos at the end of the course
- 1h Gift card to any of our weekly classes

Price 60€ per person (incl. VAT 10%).
Registrations are binding, cancellations only for medical reasons!

The maximum number of participants is 25. The course will be held in English and/or Finnish depending on the participants needs. Warmly welcome both experienced instructors as well as newbies who only just started dreaming of instructing!

Register by clicking the sign up button below or cantact us at info@helsinkioriental.fi.

Helsinki Oriental Grand Opening with Alla Kushnir

Alla Kushnir is one of the most sought after dancers both in Egypt and internationally. She is regularly performing with all the leading Shaabi musicians from the legendary Ahmed Adaweya to Ahmed Sheba and many more. Her unique style is a dynamic mix of well preserved tradition and modern creativity. Absolutely beautiful, cheeky and fun – Oriental art of dance at it's best – make sure to get your share!

SATURDAY 18:00-21:00 OPENING PARTY
Join us for the opening celebration of our new studio! A line up of fabulous belly dancers in a charming space, served together with friends and refreshments – a combination hard to resist! FREE ENTRY!

SATURDAY 12:00-15:00 SHAABI w ALLA KUSHNIR
Come and learn the hottest tricks and latest trends from the queen of Shaabi herself! FULLY BOOKED, REGISTRATION CLOSED!

SUNDAY 11.30-14.30 MEJANCE w ALLA KUSHNIR
On Sunday Alla will teach a stunning mejance, a Cairo style show opener with her special spices. STILL SPACE LEFT!

95€/workshop, 175€/both workshops

Workshops will be held at the brand new Helsinki Oriental dance studio, next to Kalasatama metro station. The studio is easy to reach from any direction, arriving from inside or outside of Helsinki, by car or public transportation.

Helsinki Oriental Spring Matinée

We would like to welcome everyone to our very first student show!

The matinée is a chance for our students to perform their latest dances. Our wonderful soloists and groups from intermediate to advanced levels, as well as their teachers present different styles of oriental dance. So take a new direction to your Sunday stroll and drop by to enjoy a cosy afternoon with us! FREE ENTRY!

You will find us next to Redi and Kalasatama metro station. The entry to Työpajankatu 10B is from Hermannin rantatie (2B). Our studio is located in the 6th floor.

Helsinki Oriental Term Starter 31.8.2019 with Caroline of Cairo

Get the new dance term started with a special day with our surprise guest star CAROLINE OF CAIRO!

Caroline of Cairo, originally from Australia, has been dancing in Egypt since 1998. Having worked in Cairo's top venues as well as tv productions she has become a popular teacher in festivals in and outside of Egypt. At Helsinki Oriental she will be guiding you to the secrets of Egyptian style dance in two workshops!

SATURDAY 31.8.2019

11:30-13:30 Caroline of Cairo: Technique - Learn to add that special spice and power to your technique and dance like an Egyptian star!

14:00-16:00 Caroline of Cairo: Choreography - A light and playful dance to the timeless hit song Ama Barawa.

19:00 Term Starter Party with Open Stage - Email us if you wish to perform! Entry 5€ from the door (cash/card).

40€/2h workshop, 75€/both workshops (incl. VAT 10%)

Sign up by clicking the sign up button below!
For any further questions email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi

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Helsinki Oriental Birthday Special 19.10.2019

It's birthday time! We are super proud to invite you to celebrate with us as Helsinki Oriental reaches it's first milestone - the one year birthday! And what would be a better way to party than dance, music and food? A special day needs a special program, and this is why we have chosen to treat you with live music!

SATURDAY 19.10.2019

10:00-12:00 Pia Bärlund - Technique: Fiery yet delicate - Spice up your oriental repertoire with modern Spanish style tricks and drills!

12:00-14:00 Ulla Borgenström - Technique: Anatomy of Mejance - Basic technique and combos to help you break down a song of changing rhythms and styles.

14:30-16:30 Laura Zaray/Ali Alduri - Technique: Live music workshop - Learn the best tips on how to survive and enjoy the challenge of dancing to live music. A rare chance to practise the wonderful game between a dancer and a musician!

Workshop prices (incl. VAT 10%):

Pia 36€, Ulla 36€, Laura & Ali 40€

All workshops 100€

19:00 BIRTHDAY PARTY - Tickets 20€ (prebooking) / 25€ (door)

The night includes live music, belly dancing and a delicious dinner with drinks!

All workshops and party will be held at the Helsinki Oriental dance studio, Työpajankatu 10 B, 100m from Kalasatama metro station.

Helsinki Oriental Thai Massage Weekend 2.-3.11.209

Wish to learn a basic routine to help relief tension and stress of your loved ones? Looking for ideas to add some Asian spices to your professional massage work? This intensive weekend will give you a good idea of the principles of Thai massage as well as basic practical skills to get started.

The course includes 8 hours of studying, including practical pair work with other students. The content equals material for about one hour of massage. No previous experience in massage required.

The course will be taught by Ulla Borgenström, a certified Thai Masseur of the Shivagakomarpaj lineage from Chiang Mai Old Medicine Hospital in Thailand.

Note: This course is NOT aimed for those wanting to certify as professional Thai masseurs!

2.11.2019 SATURDAY:
12:00-14:00 Introduction to Traditional Thai Massage
14:30-16:30 Feet and leg routine

3.11.2019 SUNDAY:
12:00-14:00 Back routine
14:30-16:30 Hands, arms and head routine

Price 116€ (incl. VAT 24%)

Thai massage is performed without oil and only to patients in full clothing, please wear comfortable, stretchy clothes.

To get to the registration, click the sign up button below!

If you have any further questions, don't hesitate to contact us directly at info@helsinkioriental.fi.

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Helsinki Oriental Folklore Intensive 7.-8.12.2019

Back to the roots - There is no oriental dance without tradition and folklore! This weekend will take you across the whole of Orient - all the way from Moroccan sunsets to the Indian deserts. Choose your favourite style or take the whole package! Dancers of all levels welcome!

This weekend is organised in cooperation with the Desert Roses show, Laura Zaray and Mikaela Jokinen.

SATURDAY 7.12.2019

09:30-11:30 Zahra Mujunen (MOR/FIN) - Moroccan Dance 40€: Energetic and original Moroccan style dance with the one and only Zahra Mujunen!

11:30-13:30 Ulla Borgenström - Egyptian Shaabi 36€: Technique and attitude - Crash course to the living tradition and trends of today's urban Egypt!

13:30-15:30 Peppina Lindfors - Tunisian Dance 36€: Technique and cheerful combinations to the rhythms of Tunisian dance! Please bring two scarfs with you!

15:00 and 19:00 DESERT ROSES SHOW at Caisa Cultural Centre, info and tickets:
https://www.facebook.com/events/2384081781806417/

SUNDAY 8.12.2019

11:00-13:00 Iris Frolov (EST) - Khaleegy 40€: Dubai style khaleegy dance with wonderful Iris who has been dancing professionally in the Gulf. High heels recommended!

13:00-15:00 Laura Zaray - Persian 36€: Footwork, postures and beautiful arms of the enchanting Persian dance.

15:00-17:00 Mikaela Jokinen - Indian 36€: Dance of the Indian Kalbeliya Gypsies.

Discounts: 3-4 workshops -5%, 5-6 workshops -10%

Register by clicking the sign up button below. For any inquiries, don't hesitate to email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi.

All workshops will be held at the Helsinki Oriental dance studio in Kalasatama.

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Helsinki Oriental End of Term 15.12.2019 with Kairi Reinvee

An other year over, and it's time for a Christmas Matinée as well as a special workshop with Kairi Reinvee (EST)!

We start the day by learning feminine and luscious hip techniques with Kairi! She will teach you the magic of reshaping your hips of any body type by learning right techniques through various drills and combinations.

Later on in the afternoon our students welcome you to enjoy their freshly baked dance numbers of various oriental styles on a cosy Sunday afternoon chill at the studio. This event is fully organised by our student team!

12:00-14:00 Workshop with Kairi Reinvee - 33€
15:00 Student Matinée - Entry 5€ (cash), children for free.

To register for the workshop, click the sign up button below

Helsinki Oriental Beginner Intensive 29.2.-1.3.2020

Beginner Intensive is a great way to get started in Oriental Dance! This 4 hour weekend course is aimed for those with little to no experience in oriental dance. We will go through all the basic techniques - shimmies, sharp accents, smooth body rolls and of course some steps to move you around. The course will be taught by Ulla Borgenström, who is known for her authentic Egyptian style and precise, personal way of guiding each student. This weekend gives you also a good head start to continue dancing in our weekly classes later on!

29.2.2020 Saturday 12:00-14:00
1.3.2020 Sunday 12:00-14:00

2x120min 44€ (incl. VAT 10%)

To get to registration, click the sign up button below.
For further inquiries, don't hesitate to email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi
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Helsinki Oriental Online Specials 2020

NOTE! New set published 19.4.!
During these special times we offer a series of online specials both in oriental dance technique as well as theory lectures! The sessions will be sent live on FB, but you can also watch them later on, so all classes, including the past ones are still available for purchase! On live you may also ask question in real time. Escape the dystopia and join us for the upcoming live online sessions!

All sessions will be taught by Ulla Borgenström, the founder and owner of Helsinki Oriental Dance Studio. She is known for her precise and inspiring approach on Egyptian style belly dance. She is also a master of theology, having studied Islamic studies as well as Arabic language. Her lectures on music and culture have been popular with those wanting to get to the roots of dance. Theory sessions are also a part of the Helsinki Oriental Dance Theory Diploma curriculum, a series of 12 lectures with carefully picked topics.

ONLINE LIVE TECHNIQUE - SET 1 :
21.3. Saturday 11:00-12:00 Basic technique 1 - FREE for everyone!
23.3. Monday 16:00-17:00 Basic technique 2
25.3. Wednesday 16:00-17:00 Shimmies and more!
27.3. Friday 10:00-11:00 Alignments and classy technique
28.3. Saturday 13:00-14:00 Shaabify your technique - be ready to sweat!
31.3. Tuesday 16:00-17:00 Basic Technique 3
2.4. Thursday 10:00-11:00 Big, smooth and juicy - core technique to the max!

ONLINE LIVE TECHNIQUE - SET 2 :
5.4. Sunday 11:00-12:00 Basic technique 4
7.4. Tuesday 13:00-14:00 Isolations and layers
9.4. Thursday 15:00-16:00 Soft and classy from core to arms!
11.4. Saturday 11:00-12:00 Basic technique 5
13.4. Monday 16:00-17:00 Modern and groovy, from head to toe!
15.4. Wednesday 15:00-16:00 Combinations 1 - Inspiration and ready material for your own dancing!

ONLINE LIVE TECHNIQUE - SET 3:
(Timezone +02:00 UTC)
17.4. Friday 10:00-11:00 Fit, elastic and lovely - A soft morning special to improve your physique from a dancer's perspective
18.4. Saturday 11:00-12:00 Basic technique 6
20.4. Monday 16:00-17:00 Ulla's trademark techniques in Egyptian style!
23.4. Thursday 15:00-16:00 Combination 2 - Inspiration and ready material for your own dancing!
25.4. Saturday 12:00-13:00 Basic technique 7
29.4. Wednesday 15:00-16:00 Balady technique - From chewy core to playful steps!

ONLINE LIVE TECHNIQUE - SET 4:
(Timezone +02:00 UTC)
3.5. Sunday 15:00-16:00 Basic Technique 8
5.5. Tuesday 17:00-18:00 Multitasking - Synchronise layers into one flow
8.5. Friday 10:00-11:00 Fit, elastic and lovely 2 - A soft morning special to improve your physique from a dancer's perspective
11.5. Monday 10:00-11:00 The magic of being - Slow and still techniques!
13.5. Thursday 15:00-16:00 Combinations 3 - Inspiration and ready material for your own dancing!
15.5. Saturday 11:00-12:00 Basic Technique 9

ONLINE LIVE TECHNIQUE - SET 5:
(Timezone +02:00 UTC)
19.5. Tuesday 17:00-18:00 Basic Technique 10
22.5. Friday 10:00-11:00 Fit, elastic and lovely 3 - A soft morning special to improve your physique from a dancer's perspective
23.5. Saturday 11:00-12:00 Fast and Furious - speed and action to tiny spaces!
26.5. Tuesday 17:00-18:00 Basic Technique 11
29.5. Thursday 10:00-11:00 Combinations 4 - Inspiration and ready material for your own dancing!
2.6. Tuesday 17:00-18:00 Special Accents - Spicy surprises to your dance!

11€ Each, 33€ Full set of 6 classes (Incl. VAT)

ONLINE LIVE LECTURES:
22.3. Sunday 12:00-13:00 History of Music I - Introduction to the most important music and artists of classical oriental dance. Participants will also receive a material package about the topic (English and Finnish available). This is a re do of our lecture from Super Weekend last month.

28.3. Saturday 14:30-15:30 Dancers - A look into the most interesting and influential oriental dancers of the history as well as today. Where did they come from and what did they create? Participants will also receive a material package. Those who wish to participate in the diploma curriculum get a small homework after the lecture.

4.4. Saturday 14:15-15:30 History of Music II - Introduction to the most important music and artists of folkloric, pop and shaabi style dances until today. Participants will also receive a material full on music tips to work on! This is part of the Spring Intensives, so attending physically at the studio is also possible for up to 7 people.

5.4. Sunday 12:30-13:30 Modern History of Egypt - Know the environment of your dance! In this session we will talk about politics, economy and social history, and furthermore dance, music and art in the setting of one national drama from early 20th century to this day.

9.5. Saturday 10:30-11:30 Women in Egypt - Oriental dance is particularly a dance of women. How is life in Egypt for a woman? What is the place of a woman in the society and how does it relate to dancing?

16.5. Saturday 12:30-13:30 Religion and Dance - The Arab world is well known for it's conservative, religious atmosphere. Religion is a great part of both the political as well as the social life of the area. In this lecture we will take a brief look at the most common aspects of the Islamic and Coptic Christian beliefs and their relationship to dance and music.

All lectures á 12€. All lectures (6) 68€. (Incl. VAT)

How to join? The first session is open for everyone and will be published on Helsinki Oriental's FB page (https://www.facebook.com/helsinkioriental/). For the other sessions, we will invite registered participants to a closed event here on FB and then you just click to watch.

Register by clicking the Sign up button below.
Or message us here on FB or info@helsinkioriental.fi.

You may pay by invoice or Smartum/Edenred/ePassi mobile payments. If you wish to use the latter, please write it into the info while registering. If you live abroad, we will need you to pay in advance and send us an online banking receipt.

Spring Intensives 2020

This spring Helsinki Oriental will have three wonderful special workshops with different themes as well as one lecture. Try something new or polish your skills at these efficient classes. All workshops are taught by Ulla Borgenström. Dancers of all levels welcome!

14.3.2020 12:30-14:00 VEIL WORK
Come find your inner butterfly! This veil workshop is a great chance to tame your silky but wild friend as well as improve your alignments and strength. In this class you will learn general principles of handling a veil, showy tricks to enhance your dance and ready combinations to get yourself up and flying. If you don't have your own veil, you can borrow one from us!

4.4.2020 12:30-14:00 BALADY SPECIAL
Relaxed, grounded, strong and fun balady style technique and combinations! We will learn the secrets of dancing to slow and soft accordion parts as well as how to move around to faster and lighter parts of a typical balady. Juicy core work, earthy steps and shimmies spiced up with a cheerful feeling!

4.4.2020 14:15-15:30 LECTURE: History of Music II
Introduction to the most important music and artists of folkloric, pop and shaabi style dances until today. Participants will also receive a material full on music tips to take home!

9.5.2020 12:30-14:00 CLASSICAL TECHNIQUE
A technique class dedicated to classical style! Footwork along with arabesques, shimmies and turns in oriental manner.

Workshops 90 min - 22€, Discount price 3x90min - 60€
Lecture 75min - 12€
All registrations are binding, prices incl. VAT.
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Helsinki Oriental Fit & Elastic Intensive 6.7.2020

A wonderful intensive session full of useful drills for all dancers! Polish your alignments, improve your mobility, balance and flexibility with Ulla Borgenström. Inspired by ballet, pilates and other body work methods this workshop will be of great benefit to both advanced as well as beginner level dancers!

Give yourself a treat and join us before holidays!
Monday 6.7.2020 at 18:00-20:00 - 22€

To register, click the sign up button below!

Helsinki Oriental Pro Special with Outi of Cairo 5.8.2020

Want to dance like a pro? In this intensive session Outi of Cairo leads you deeper into advanced techniques of layering! Lot's of detailed technique and musicality through the use of layers will help improve your dance to the next level. Dancers from intermediate to advanced level welcome!

Take a head start to the autumn term!
Wednesday 5.8.2020 at 18:00-20:00 - 33€

To register, click the sign up button below!

Helsinki Oriental Term Starter Weekend 5.-6.9.2020

It's finally time to party - let's start the term with a dance show and more! ON SATURDAY our wonderful student groups will be presenting their works from the previous term, together with some guest dancers and soloists!

After the show, the night continues with a hang out around food and drinks! Tea and snacks will be served, for a bigger hunger, you may join a common falafel order. Bring your own drinks! An extra special welcome to those of you, who don't know anyone yet!

SATURDAY 5.9.2020 PARTY:
Doors open 17:00
Show time 17:30 (approximately 1h)
Hang out until late

Tickets: If you can, please support us with a 10€ payment, or an amount that suits your budget. Cash/card/vouchers accepted.

SUNDAY 6.9.2020 WORKSHOPS :

11:00-12:00 Ulla Borgenström: Oriental Basics - All-round basic technique for beginners and up. Come try it for the first time, or brush up your technique after summer holidays! This is also a perfect warm up for advanced dancers.
Price: 10€

12:15-14:15 Ulla Borgenström: From entry to exit - Improve your stage presence, directions and expressions. A closer look into building a dynamic dance number in any style and how to get the most out of it! Intermediate to advanced level.
Price: 33€

To register, click the sign up button below!

Helsinki Oriental Melaya Time with Mikaela Jokinen 22.7.2020

It's July and time to take out your melaya! Mikaela Jokinen will be teaching her joyous melaya choreography to the classic Sayed Balaha song Helwa ya Balaha. Juicy balady work combined with handling of the melaya and some cheeky twists. Join the fun and add this sunny dance to your summer repertoire! Intermediate level, let us know in advance if you want to borrow a melaya.

Wednesday 22.7.2020 at 18:00-20:00 - 33€

To register, click the sign up button below!

Helsinki Oriental Goes Kouvola 3.-4.10.2020 with Ulla Borgenström

Kouvola calling! A wonderful weekend of classical oriental dance awaits dancers of all levels! The teacher, Ulla Borgenström is the founder and owner of Helsinki Oriental Dance Studio and a passionate teacher, choreographer and performer of Egyptian style oriental dance. Ulla is well known for her precise but always encouraging way of teaching. She will take care both beginners and advanced dancers will benefit form learning with her!

SATURDAY 3.10. kl 13:00-15:00
Technique - Elegant, showy and beutiful - classical oriental technique with a modern touch! Bring a dance veil with you, or borrow one from the teacher if you don't own one. Open level.

SUNDAY 4.10. kl 14:00-16:00
Choreography - Joyful and dynamic Egyptian style dance that can be easily modified to both groups as well as soloists. Variations ensure there is enough challenge for dancers of all levels. Music: Lama Rah El Sabr by Dr. Samy Farag.

Price á 33€, both workshops. 55€ (incl. VAT)
Workshops are held at Kouvola-talo, Varuskuntakatu 11.

To register, click the sign up button below!
Or email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi or message us on FB @helsinkioriental.

Payments by invoice or mobile or paper vouchers (ePassi, Edenred, Smartum, Eazybreak) Cancellations only with a medical sertificate, unpaid registrations will be invoice after the event.

Helsinki Oriental Creative Summit 7.-8.11.2020

Ready to learn and create? This November weekend takes us outside of the box with special themes and special guests! Apart from teachers of oriental dance, our weekend is starred by Beniamino Borghi - an Italian born dancer and choreographer. Beniamino is known for his ability to make just anyone look like a dancer in no time with his creative approach of ballet, contemporary and general dance techniques. Cross the border and explore your technique, dynamics and expression with Beniamino! All workshops are open level!

SATURDAY:
10:00-12:00 Suvi Tuominen: Oriental Impro - technique and tools for creating simple and interesting practices of your own!

12:10-14:10 Beniamino Borghi: Learn the rules - Ballet and contemporary technique from alignments to isolations, from balance to dynamics that benefit you in and outside of the Orient. **SOLD OUT**

18:00 PARTY TIME - A lounge night with bellydancers, music and vegan food. Bring your own drinks, non-alcoholics will be served. Tickets 15€. Note: Limited number of guests, please register in advance to make sure you'll fit in!

SUNDAY:
10:00-12:00 Ulla Borgenström: Follow your tips and toes - Technique for keeping control while dancing from your heart.

12:10-14:10 Beniamino Borghi: Break the rules - A contemporary approach to release technique, free movement and creating dance. Let go and just dance! We recommend to combine this with Beniamino's Saturday workshop! **2 SPOTS LEFT**

14:20-16:20 Outi of Cairo: Presence, energy and performance skills - Technique for stage and beyond in Egyptian style!

PRICES:
1-2 workshops á 36€
3-4 workshops á 33€
5 workshops á 30€

To register, click the sign up button below!
Or email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi

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NOTE: All registrations are binding. No shows will be invoiced after the weekend.

Helsinki Oriental Fit & Elastic Intensive 26.9.2020

Give yourself a treat and boost your dance training:

Saturday 26.9.2020 at 11:00-13:00 - 22€

To register, click the sign up button below!
Or email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi

Helsinki Oriental Super Weekend 13.-14.2.2021

No real winter without Super Weekend! This year our set up will be small and cosy, with plenty of interesting topics and of course brilliant teachers to choose from! The group sizes will be kept small, so check the program and register now!

SATURDAY 13.2.2021

10:00-10:30 FREE warm up CANCELLED!!!
10:30-12:30 Laura Zaray: Style it up - Let's explore technique and variations through musicality and dynamics! CANCELLED!!!
12:45-14:45 Hadassa: Out of line - Oriental core work to release your spine and get your isolations to the next level!

SUNDAY 14.2.2021

11:00-13:00 Pia Bärlund: From Egypt to Andalucia - Spice up your dance with Spanish vibes!
13:15-15:15 Outi of Cairo: Moving drills and combinations - Footwork to make your hips travel in space CANCELLED!!!
15:15-15:45 FREE cool down and stretch CANCELLED!!!

Prices:
1-2 workshops á 36€
3-4 workshops á 33€

All registrations are binding, prices incl. VAT.
To register, click the sign up button below!
Or email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi

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Helsinki Oriental Summer Special 12.7.2021

Laura's summer special is a mix of her trademarks - juicy hip techniques combined with simple footwork to make you dance! Come enjoy the coolest moves and even cooler AC!

Monday 12.7.2021 at 18:00-19:30,
90min - 22€, open level

All registrations are binding, prices incl. VAT.
To register, click the sign up button below!
Or email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi

Helsinki Oriental Super Weekend 12.-13.2.2022

Super Weekend is here! Already the 4th round of our winter gathering - this year with some new features to look forward to! Interesting workshops all day long as usual, and a fun night with a small competition! Come enjoy the stage in an encouraging atmosphere or see the beautiful dancers from the audience!

SATURDAY

10:00-12:00 Laura Zaray: Simple elegance with and without veil - Technique, combinations and ready material for a showy entrance! (We have veils to borrow!)
12:10-14:10 Outi of Cairo: Egyptian style technique with Outi's favourite specialities! *** FULLY BOOKED!***
14:20-16:20 Safa Solati: Persian dance - Technique and Choreography ***3 SPOTS LEFT!***

18:00-21:00 Party and competition - At our cosy studio, audience entry 10€. Tea and dates served, you may bring your own drinks!

SUNDAY

10:00-12:00 Sari Mäkinen: Rhythms and Technique - general principles and ready combos to different beats to get you going!
12:10-14:10 Hara Nawaar: Balady - Technique and choreography
14:20-16:20 Maija Kadhim: Deepen, expand and improve your technique to bring your music alive!

Prices:
1-2 workshops á 36€
3-4 workshops á 33€
5-6 workshops á 30€

All registrations are binding, cancellations only with a medical certificate latest by Thursday prior to the event. Unpaid registrations will be billed afterwards.
To register, click the sign up button below!

COMPETITION:

1. Soloists – hobbyists/semi-pro
2. Groups – hobbyists/semi-pro

Terms:
- Competition fee is 5€ + minimum of one workshop registration per person for each number
- Max. length of performance 5min
- Max. group size 8
- Any oriental genre including fusion
- Prizes will include a diploma, cash, a gift card to Helsinki Oriental (online/studio) and little surprises!
- Useful, written feedback and tips from the judges
- Register to the competition on our page by filling in the sign up form, mention the song, genre and length of your dance and if you will use any accessories. In Group registrations, mention the names of all dancers.
- When booking your workshops, mention the numbers you are performing in

Any inquiries, don't hesitate to contact info@helsinkioriental.fi!

Helsinki Oriental Summer Sessions 10.-12.6.2022

Finally time to enjoy a summer festival! Not too big, not too small - Summer Sessions brings together dancers and teachers from Finland, Estonia and Sweden. Three amazing days full of interesting workshops, shows and a competition.

It' finally time to enjoy a summer festival! Not too big, not too small - Summer Sessions brings together dancers and teachers from Finland, Estonia and Sweden. Three amazing days full of interesting workshops, shows and a competition.

FRIDAY 10.6.2022

9:30-11:30 Mikaela Jokinen: Choreography - A burning hot drum solo! 36€

11:30-13:30 Iris Frolov: Fun and funky Lebanese Dabke! Technique and an easy popish choreography, that works well also for groups! Knee-intense squatting wont be included. Shoes recommended! 45€

13:30-15:30 Berit Kalling: Sagat Special - Berit's trademark techniques and a choreography with finger cymbals! 45€

15:30-17:30 Amanda Mäkimurto: Improvisation - Technique to warm up your mind and body as well as creative drills in search of your own style. Open level. 40€

19:00 Dinner Show and Competition - 25€ incl. food (see competition details below)
Satama Bar & Bistro - Työpajankatu 13 A (Next to the studio)

SATURDAY 11.6.2022

9:30-11:30 Laura Zaray: More layers, more control - Layering technique to blow your mind! 36€

11:30-13:30 Berit Kalling: Medieval mystique! - A stunning fantasy tribal fusion dance full of historical inspiration! 45€

13:30-15:30 Hanan: Footwork Special: Fluent transitions and moving technique. 55€

15:30-17:30 Ilona Carlsson: Emotion, expression and technique with a choreography to the Yehya Radwan song Illa El Assa. 40€

19:00 Gala Show - 25€
Malmitalo, Ala-Malmin tori 1, Malmi

SUNDAY 12.6.2022

9:30-11:30 Tuija Rinne: Polish your technique! - Join Tuija' technique clinic and get your isolations, alignments and accents to the next level! 36€

11:30-13:30 Hanan: A beautiful lyrical oriental choreography. 55€

13:30-15:30 Outi of Cairo: Dance like a star! Technique for performers. 36€

15:30-17:30 Anna Afra: Enchanting arms - Tribal fusion armwork and combinations. 36€

DISCOUNTS:

3 workshops: -5%

4-6 workshops: -10%

7-10 workshops: -15%

11-12 workshops: -20%

All registrations are binding, cancellations only with a medical certificate latest by Monday prior to the event. Unpaid registrations will be billed afterwards.
To register, click the sign up button below!

COMPETITION:

1. Soloists – hobbyists/semi-pro

2. Groups – hobbyists/semi-pro

NOTE: The jury is different than at the Super Weekend event!

Terms:

- Competition fee is 5€ + minimum of one workshop registration per person for each number

- Max. length of performance 5min

- Max. group size 8

- Any oriental genre including fusion

- Prizes will include a diploma, cash, a gift card to Helsinki Oriental (online/studio) and little surprises!

- Useful, written feedback and tips from the judges

- Register to the competition on our page by filling in the sign up form, mention the song, genre and length of your dance and if you will use any accessories. In Group registrations, mention the names of all dancers.

- When booking your workshops, mention the numbers you are performing in

Any inquiries, don't hesitate to contact info@helsinkioriental.fi!

Helsinki Oriental Nowruz Special 19.3.2022

Nowruz, the Persian New Year, brings along the sunshine! At this workshop the new era is celebrated with dances full of symbolism of Spring. Beautiful arms, smooth general technique and joy of dance - join the workshop and get inspired of Safa's clear and authentic teaching! Open level.

Saturday 19.3.2022 at 12:00-14:00 - 33€
To register, click the sign up button below

Helsinki Oriental Cairo Special 12.11.2022 with Maris

Dance with Maris in November!

Maris is one of the most popular dancers of Cairo's dance scene today! She will be sharing the hottest moves and latest trends of the Egyptian night life. Originally from Estonia, Maris has been regular guest teacher in Finland, but these days her workshops are a rare treat. Her style is always fresh and energetic, making it fun also for students!

SATURDAY 12.11.2022

11:00-13:00 Technique àla Maris - Best tricks and treats of Egyptian style! Open level.

13:15-15:15 Choreography Ta3ala Adalla3ak - Bahaa Soltan's latest hit song with plenty of layers and feeling!

PRICE:
Early bird by 1.10.2022: á 44€, both 66€
After 2.10,2022: á 55€, both 77€

Click the Sign up button below to register!

Helsinki Oriental Guest Intensive with Stella Zahir 7.1.2023

Stella Zahir will be teaching in Finland for the first time! An internationally sought after dancer and teacher, Stella is one of the regular instructors at Cairo's prestige Ahlan Wa Sahlan festival as well as the producer of her own Cairo by night festival home in Greece. Her style is strictly oriental and at Helsinki Oriental she will lead her students right into the depths of pure Egyptian Balady and Shaabi!

SATURDAY 7.1.2023

11:00-13:00 Technique: Balady style technique and combos as well as musical insight ans expression. Open level.

13:15-15:15 Choreography: Shaabi style technique and choreo, music details coming soon!

PRICE:

Early Bird until 1.12.2022:

à 50€, both workshops 77€

After 2.12.2022:

à 55€, both workshops 88€

Click the Sign up button below to register! Or email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi.

Helsinki Oriental Drum Session 3.12.2022

***SOLD OUT!***
Darbouka, tabla, qa - a drum of many names! This session is introduction to the basics of playing the Egyptian tabla. You will learn the most important principles of handling the instrument as well as a few basic rhythms. Both an easy version and a more decorative option are offered for each rhythm, making it pleasant for everyone to play together, beginners and more seasoned drummers alike!

The workshop is great for everyone interested in drumming - no previous experience of playing music, dancing nor oriental music is needed! For Oriental dancers however, learning the basics of drumming is strongly recommended and improves musicality greatly. So join the session and get acquainted with Arabic music by playing!

We have a bunch of tablas available to borrow at the studio. Please let us know at registration, if you need one, so we can esure there is enough instruments for everyone! We also strongly recommend bringing a pair of ear plugs!

SATURDAY 3.12.2022

12:30-14:00 Drum Session with Ulla Borgenström - 22€

To register, click the Sign up button below! Or email us at info@helsinkioriental.fi.

Helsinki Oriental Beginner Special 19.11.2022

This Saturday is dedicated to beginners with zero to little experience in dance! The first class will get you introduced to some of the basic techniques of Egyptian style Oriental Dance, also known as Bellydance. Easy combinations will make you feel like dancing from the start! The second class takes you to the roots of Persian dance, it's flowing movements and living traditions.

Both teachers start from the very beginning, no previous experience needed! Those already dancing, this is an excellent chance to try new approaches with new teachers. Both classes are taught in English.

SATURDAY 19.11.2022
12:00-13:15 Marina Lysenko: Oriental Dance
13:15-14:30 Safa Solati: Persian Dance

á 22€, both workshops 35€

To register, click the Sign up button below!

Enquiries: info@helsinkioriental.fi

Helsinki Oriental Super Weekend

Super Weekend vol. 5 is here! The warmest place to be in the Winter - come join this cosy gathering of dancers and super teachers! And of course a great party with open stage!

SATURDAY 4.2.2023
10:00-12:00 Hara Nawaar: Showy veil technique and stunning combinations! Veils available to borrow at the studio.
12:10-14:10 Laura Zaray: Technique - Balance and Turns!
14:20-16:20 Ulla Borgenström: Technique - Deep into the core! Dynamic variations to basic technique.

PARTY 18:30
Open Stage
Tickets at the door 15€ / children 5€ (incl. snacks and drinks)

SUNDAY 5.2.2023
10:00-12:00 Marina Lysenko: Saidi technique and sassy combinations!
12:10-14:10 Suvi Tuominen: Emotion and expression with a narrative (Irene Jelin's visit is cancelled, Suvi will teach the workshop of the same topic)
14:20-16:20 Outi of Cairo: Technique - Insight and solutions for drum solos.

PRICES:
1-2 workshops á 36€
3-5 workshops á 33€
All workshops 160€

Click the Sign up button below to register!
Please note: Registrations are binding! For this event, payments only by invoice or employee benefits' mobile apps.

All workshops as well as the party will be held at the Helsinki Oriental dance studio, Hermannin rantatie 2B.

Want to hit the stage? Register to perform your solo or group number by messaging us here on FB or by email info@helsinkioriental.fi.

Helsinki Oriental Dance Spectacle & Zaray Dance 20th Anniversary 11.3.2023

Helsinki Oriental Dance Spectacle & Zaray Dance 20th Anniversary makes the whole scene dance together! This collaboration show presents a stunning line up of dancers coming from all over Finland and abroad - New group choreographies produced specially for this event as well as solo numbers from several professional bellydancers. The second part of this show is dedicated to the artistic work of Laura Zaray as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Zaray Dance! Our guest stars Kalila (EST) and Rachel Reynolds (IT/USA) will be seen both on stage as well as teaching workshops during the weekend!

Workshops are held at the studio of Helsinki Oriental.

SATURDAY 11.3.2023
10:30-12:30 Rachel Reynolds: Samba-Oriental - Funky oriental dance with Brazilian vibes. Technique and choreography.
12:30-14:30 Kalila: Golden Era - Elegant alignments and romantic vibes, technique and an easy choreography to an oriental song.

SUNDAY 12:3.2023
11:00-13:00 Rachel Reynolds: Twist and turn - Technique to get you around and more!

PRICES:
Workshops á 55€
Register and pay your courses at: https://www.holvi.com/shop/helsinkiorienta

TICKETS 35€
Buy them at the door or online at:
https://www.lippu.fi/artist/vuotalo/helsinki-oriental-dance-spectacle-3321885/
UPDATE 11.3.: There is still plenty of tickets left at the door!

WHERE AND WHEN?
Saturday 11.3.2023 at 18:00
Vuosali (Vuotalo) Mosaiikkitori 2, Vuosaari, Helsinki
Only 15 minutes with the metro from
Helsinki Oriental!

The celebration goes on all weekend and dance workshops from several teachers will be also on the program! Stay tuned, more info coming soon!

Photo original: Samuli Sivonen @solunaimage

Helsinki Oriental Fusion Bellydance Intro 18.-19.2.2023

Let us introduce you to Fusion Bellydance! This weekend crash course is a great chance to get you started with Tribal Fusion style dance technique - enchanting arm work, snake like core movements and lax shimmies. Easy combos to electronic music will get you right into real dance mode! No previous dance experience needed!

The course is taught by Fanny Delesham, our residence teacher whose clear and encouraging way of teaching is embraced by dancers of all levels!

18.-19.2.2023 Saturday and Sunday kl 12:00-13:30
Fusion Bellydance Intro - 2x90min, 44€

Venue: Helsinki Oriental, Hermannin rantatie 2B, Kalasatama

To register, click the sign up button below!

Helsinki Oriental Drum Sessions Spring 2023

Darbouka, tabla, qa - a drum of many names! These sessions are an introduction to the basics of playing the Egyptian tabla. You will learn the most important principles of handling the instrument as well as some of the basic rhythms. Both an easy version and a more decorative option are offered for each rhythm, making it pleasant for everyone to play together, beginners and more seasoned drummers alike. The workshops are great for everyone interested in drumming - no previous experience of playing music, dancing nor oriental music is needed! For Oriental dancers however, learning the basics of drumming is strongly recommended and improves musicality greatly. So join the sessions and get acquainted with Arabic music by playing!

We have a bunch of tablas available to borrow at the studio. Please let us know at registration, if you need one, so we can ensure there is enough instruments for everyone! We also strongly recommend bringing a pair of ear plugs!

The four sessions are all different in content so you may join any of them at any time!

Drum Sessions taught by Ulla Borgenström - á 22€

SATURDAY 25.2. at 11:00-12:30
FRIDAY 24.3. at 18:00-19:30
SATURDAY 8.4. at 11:00-12:30
SATURDAY 6.5. at 11:00-12:30

Click the Sign up button below and register! Please specify in the info field which dates you will be joining!

Helsinki Oriental Summer Sessions 10.6.2023

Summer Session vol.3 is here! This years mini festival is a compact collection of three workshops and a party - all in one day!

SATURDAY 10.6.2023
11:00-13:00 Ulla Borgenström: Earthy footwork and technique drills on the move!
13:10-15:10 Ilona Carlsson: Technique and Choreography - Come enjoy the deep feeling of Adaweya's hit music!
15:20-17:20 Marina Lysenko: Iraqi style technique and sassy combinations! Note: this workshops does not include floorwork, making it accessible for everyone!

Workshops á 36€, All workshops 96€
Party: Entry and other details coming soon!

Helsinki Oriental Newbie Classes 23.8.2023

Always wanted to try bellydancing? Now it's your chance! These trial classes are a great taste bite to get you acquainted with both oriental and fusion bellydance before the start of the season! No prior dance experience needed, just come as you are and enjoy the dance!

Wednesday 23.8.2023
17:00-18:00 Oriental Bellydance trial class - Hara Nawaar
18:00-19:00 Fusion Bellydance trial class - Fanny Delesham

The classes are taught by the teacher of our upcoming beginner courses - Hara Nawaar (oriental) and Fanny Delesham (fusion).

The trial class is 15€, both classes together 20€.

Helsinki Oriental Birthday Celebration 28.10.2023

HELSINKI ORIENTAL IS ALREADY 5 YEARS!

Come celebrate this amazing milestone with us - by dancing, of course! The special day is full of classes from all of our resident teachers. The short classes are open level and great also for beginners, the main workshop of the day suits dancers of intermediate level and up. At night we make a toast and enjoy some stunning performances as well as an oriental disco!

SATURDAY 28.10.2023

12:00-13:00 Tuija Rinne: Folklore intro - Footwork and basic technique
13:00-15:00 Hara Nawaar: Birthday Shaabi! Technique and a super fun choreography for intermediate level dancers.
15:00-16:00 Fanny Delesham - Fusion Bellydance - Magical arms!
16:00-17:00 Ulla Borgenström - Shimmies and Egyptian basic technique
17:00-18:00 Laura Zaray - Disco feeling and moves for the dance floor!

18:30 BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! - Let's party with drinks, snacks and a sparkling oriental style disco with beautiful bellydancers to get you started!
Tickets 15€ - from our webshop or form the door.

PRICES:
All workshops - 86€
Hara Nawaar - 36€
Other classes - One class 20€, several classes á 15€

Register and get your tickets: https://holvi.com/shop/helsinkioriental/
NOTE: Payments in Holvi accepted only from Finnish bank accounts!
If you prefer to pay by other means (invoice/sports benefits), please register at info@helsinkioriental.fi

Helsinki Oriental Super Weekend 24.-25.2.2024

The legendary winter gathering is here again! Super Weekend vol. 6 offers a marvelous selection of dancing: six workshops from six teachers and a party with open stage! Workshops are taught by Helsinki Oriental's residence teachers and Sanni Jylhänlahti from Tampere. Dancers of all levels welcome!

SATURDAY 24.2.2024
10:30-12:30 Sanni Jylhänlahti - Stylish aligmnents and technique on the move.
12:40-14:40 Tuija Rinne - Ghawazi dance: Sassy technique and a simple choreography. You may also bring your finger cymbals, if you wish to add them to the routine.
14:50-16:50 ***FULLY BOOKED*** Laura Zaray - Iraqi style technique and combinations in an energetic manner!

PARTY 18:30
Open Stage
Entry at the door 15€ / children 5€ (incl. drinks and snacks)

SUNDAY 25.2.2024
10:30-12:30 Fanny Delesham - Be the queen! - Fusion technique and encouraging drills in search of your inner dancer!
12:40-14:40 Hara Nawaar - Arabesques, turns and technique drills with modern and showy twists!
14:50-16:50 Ulla Borgenström - Saidi! Earthy footwork and mushy core technique spiced up with the cane. Please, let us know if you need a stick to borrow, so we will reserve you one!

PRICES:
1-2 workshops á 38€
3-5 workshops á 35€
All workshops: 170€

REGISTRATION:
Click the Sign up button below to register!
Please note: Registrations are binding! For this event, payments only by invoice or employee benefits' mobile apps.

All workshops as well as the party will be held at the Helsinki Oriental dance studio, Hermannin rantatie 2B.

Want to hit the stage? Register to perform your solo or group number by messaging us here on FB or by email info@helsinkioriental.fi.

Helsinki Oriental Christmas Matinée 2.12.2023

The Helsinki Oriental Christmas Matinée is a cosy afternoon show, presenting the best dances of the autumn term! Soloists and groups, newbies and professionals of different styles of Oriental Bellydance - come join us for a hot drink and a whole selection of sparkling performances!

SATURDAY 2.12.2023 Kl 14:00-15:00
Entry at the door 5€
Address: Hermannin rantatie 2B, 6th floor.

Helsinki Oriental Drum Sessions

The sought after drum sessions are here again!

Darbouka, tabla, qa - a drum of many names! These sessions are introductionary to the basics of playing the Egyptian tabla. You will learn the most important principles of handling the instrument as well as a few basic rhythms. Both an easy version and a more decorative option are offered for each rhythm, making it pleasant for everyone to play together, beginners and more seasoned drummers alike. The workshop is great for everyone interested in drumming - no previous experience of playing music, dancing nor oriental music is needed! For Oriental dancers however, learning the basics of drumming is strongly recommended and improves musicality greatly. So join one or more of the sessions and get acquainted with Arabic music by playing!

SATURDAY 16.3.2024, 13.4.2024, 11.5.2024

11:30-13:00 Drum Session with Ulla Borgenström

Price: 22€ per session

Click the Sign up -button below to register!

Helsinki Oriental Spring Matinée 27.4.2024

The annual Spring Matinée at Helsinki Oriental presents all the best dances of the Term! Performed by our student groups, show team Helsinki Oriental Dancers as well as our teachers, the afternoon is a colourful mix of both traditional oriental dance and Fusion Bellydance. Come celebrate the wonderful new Spring with us!

Saturday 27.4.2024
Entry 5€ at the door. (children for free)
Entry from Hermannin rantatie 2B, studio on the 6th floor.

Helsinki Oriental Summer Sessions 8.6.2024

A real Summer begins with Summer Sessions! Three brilliant workshops along with a show and dinner at the famous restaurant Satama - a tradition not to be missed! Book your spot at workshops and get your show tickets soon!

SATURDAY 8.6.2023

11:00-13:00 Outi of Cairo - Dance with Melaya! Technique and combinations to this bubbly and joyful style from Egypt! We have Melayas to borrow, just let us know upon registration if you need one.

13:10-15:10 Ulla Borgenström - A sought after course dedicated to lush Balady and Egyptian style hipwork!

15:20-17:20 Ilona Carlsson - Beautiful technique, expression and a choreography to Wael Kfoury's romantic song Ya Dale Ya Rohi!

Workshops á 38€, All workshops 99€
REGISTRATION:
Register and pay your workshop at: https://holvi.com/shop/helsinkioriental/
Or click the registration button below, if you need an invoice or wish to pay by sports benefits!

SHOW AND DINNER 18:00 at Restaurant Satama, Showtime 19:00
Tickets 25€ (incl. dinner buffet), 10€ (without dinner)
Get yours at: https://holvi.com/shop/helsinkioriental/

More Info: info@helsinkioriental.fi

Helsinki Oriental Fusion Bellydance Special with Fanny Delesham 15.8.2024

Fusion Bellydance Special in August has two different classes: The first one is a Fusion Bellydance Intro session for beginners interested to try this style. The second session is a Fusion Bellydance Technique Special for those with more experience on the dance already, this time with a vintage theme - Technique and combinations suitable for the old school Tribal Fusion hit pieces!

THURSDAY 15.8.2024
17:00-18:00 Fusion Bellydance Intro - 20€
18:00-19:30 Fusion Bellydance Special - 30€
Teacher Fanny Delesham

Register by clicking the Sign up button below!

Upcoming

Helsinki Oriental Summer Sessions 6.-8.6.2025 with TITO SEIF

Helsinki Oriental Super Weekend 22.-23.2.2025