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Fear of Group  Improv – It Gets Better
18 Jul 2012

Fear of Group Improv – It Gets Better

by Shay | posted in: advice, performance | 5

Recently in class a student asked me how long it took me to feel proficient at tribal group improvisation.  I told her it would be wildly different from person-to-person, depending on previous dance/movement experience, mind-body connection, home practice, etc.  But … Read More

improv, students
Dancing with others – you are supported!
15 Feb 2012

Dancing with others – you are supported!

by Shay | posted in: advice | 1

I remember what it was like to be a new dancer learning tribal bellydance.  It was such a switch for me from other dance and movement styles I had studied.  In the other forms I either performed solo, or if … Read More

confidence, improv
Four Steps to Becoming a Great Dancer
29 Nov 2011

Four Steps to Becoming a Great Dancer

by Shay | posted in: classes | 0

 I did it. I solved the riddle. I have cracked the code. Right here, right now, I am going to give you the mysterious formula, the secret recipe, the magic wand to wave over your dance life that will give … Read More

improv, new students
A group improv lover’s dilemma: debate?
24 Nov 2009

A group improv lover’s dilemma: debate?

by Shay | posted in: musings | 3

An online friend, dear Leslie-Jean (Miss Boo, to those on tribe) remarked the other day on her Facebook status that she was exhausted by debates and discussions about ATS/tribal. And frankly, it is genuinely tiresome, and not for the faint … Read More

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Student Reviews

NO FEAR! I’m finding Shay’s class remarkable in the sense that I don’t feel scared or dumb…even though I’m really new at this tribal thing.  The class is challenging, but she presents the curriculum in such a way that I don’t feel nervous or overwhelmed. Beyond dance, she’s actually teaching dance theory, and I feel myself getting grounded in the movements and vocabulary as time goes on.  Highly recommended,… Read More

julie

Tribal instruction at it’s finest! Shay has a true gift for teaching, and a true gift for tribal bellydance…put the two together and a magical class is born!  Her style is very warm and welcoming, and her instruction very clear and precise.  She is a wonderful teacher that I recommend highly to anyone interested in dipping their toes in tribal improv! Read More

LadyGen

I recently sponsored Sharon in a 2-day workshop in Canada, and she was fantastic. Challenged both beginners and the more advanced dancers, taught lots of great new material and subtle nuances to the more familiar stuff … great vibe all weekend. You guys are going to have a great time! Read More

Workshop Host - Kamloops, BC

After taking your workshop at 3rd Coast…..I am going to become a junkie, I can feel it. That was the most awesome workshop I took the whole weekend. I had more fun in that workshop than all others combined!! You guys are ‘da bomb!!! Read More

Texas Fan - Dallas, TX

Shay is perfect for beginners and experienced. I saw Shay dance and took a workshop from her when I was still finding out what tribal bellydance was.  She has a way of breaking the moves down so that everyone can get it.  Her classes are fun and she tries to get to know you rather than just teach you which makes you feel wanted there.  She plays… Read More

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