You start using constructive phrases, ie several sentences,
and your grammar and vocabulary are improving all the time.
You begin to enjoy communicating and begin to contribute
your own ideas in conversation.

All the basic root movements are established and
transitions are well executed.

You begin to understand how to use your space SPATIAL
AWARENESS, whilst on your own and with others.

You demonstrate clear understanding of interpretation;
even if you can't execute it, you can recognise it.

You can do the Egyptian walk and are trying to do it
faster and smaller.

You understand and can identify obvious signals in the
music and the different styles of raqs sharqi - SHA'ABI,
BALADI AND SHARQ - and can demonstrate them.

You begin to consider presenting your work to others in
class and start to think about doing a piece for public
performance. Please note not everyone wants to perform
and that it is optional.

You understand about contracting and expansion -
in movements, use of space and in personality

You are grasping well the different elements - FIRE,
EARTH, AIR and WATER.

You can show off your talents but are not sure yet
about working with the more challenging material.

Your observational skills are working well for you and
you begin to start sourcing your own power and creativity.
You are thinking seriously as performing in a show but
preferably in a group.

You have one nice dance outfit - just in case.


Anne White