Whirling Dervishes Workshop

14:00 – 18:00
Duration of the workshop: 4h

Workshop details

An intensive work to practice the art of spinning.
The objective will be to find a balance between mastering the body axis and letting go.
The choreographic and symbolic aspect of Sufi gestures will be discussed in order to allow a better understanding of dance through Sufi spirituality.
Thanks to the guidance of Rana Gorgani, dancers will be able to freely experience Samâ.
The basic steps of the spin technique will be carefully taught to allow everyone to experience the Sufi spin.

Practical information

Mixed workshop open to professionals and amateurs.
No age limit and no dance level required.
Dress and pair of socks specially designed for the workshop.

IMPORTANT

Soft and comfortable clothing (pants, short or long sleeve top, yoga style). It is not necessary to have a skirt.
Participants must be dressed in solid colors, not patterns: ALL WHITE OR ALL BLACK

No jewelry.

Light lunch

Bring a bottle of water.

Possibility of acquiring shoes of whirling dervishes or Sufi skirt in sale on the spot.

photography: Hans Tibben