Xaeda Raqasa
Xaeda Raqasa Biography
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Xaeda’s passion for Middle Eastern Dance started the moment she stepped in to her first lesson. Since then she has persued every aspect of the dance. From performance, instruction and theatre to TV advertising, DVD’S, music and supporting the community while mastering the different props, emotions and dance styles within this amazing art form.
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Xaeda is a popular instructor and entertainer at festivals and has delighted audiences from all over the world. With her fun loving approach and understanding of music and movement Xaeda can draw her audience in and take them on a journey.
Based in Coffs Harbour NSW with her school Sacred Lotus BellyDance, Xaeda travels regularly to teach and dance at events nationally and co-hosts the Bula BellyDance Retreat alongside her mentor and friend Amera Eid.
'Arabesque' Classical Combinations (Beyond Beginners/Intermediate)
SAT 10TH 1pm - 3pm, Princess Room Sawtell RSL
Soft sweet and emotive combinations that effortlessly glide from one to another. Perfect for any dancer wishing to advance their Oriental skills or add a touch of elegance to their fusion style.
Bring along your favourite dance prop and discover how a simple combination can transcend from one prop to another.
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'Develop a Twitch' Isolation Combos (Intermediate/Advanced)
SUN 11TH 12:30pm – 2pm , Toormina Guide Hall
Pop, lock, tick and twitch are words that are not normally associated with belly dancing. Xaeda’s workshop will take you into a whole new world of fusion movement that can meld with the traditions of classical belly dance.
From Dub Step to Drum Solos your new found isolations and combinations will refine your technique and push your limits. Get ready for a lot of fun with some brain and body teasers thrown in.
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