Capture the Essence of Traditional Middle Eastern Dance with Tarifa Experience the Joy and Passion of Near Eastern Dance. Study with Tarifa Salem and discover the Magic and Mystique of “Raqs Sharqi” and the Soulful Essence of “Raqs Baladi”. Explore Learning Opportunities Private Study with TarifaTarifa offers one hour private sessions online via Skype or in person at her private space in Columbia, SC on Tuesdays. To schedule, go to menu, click on “Contact” and send a message with your contact information and date/time preference. (Serious inquiries only!) Workshops Host Tarifa for Workshops or Master Classes at your local studio or event space. Contracts must meet Tarifa’s criteria for providing travel, accommodations and her hourly rate/percentage of profit requirements. Go to menu and click on “Classes” for details. Book 6 weeks prior to event. Fall 2023 Jazz Dance with Tarifa Tarifa (Donna) will teach a 16 week session of Jazz Dance starting September 13 at the Lourie Center SC from 12 - 1 pm. Students must be a member of the Lourie Center. All membership levels are eligible. (You must be age 50+ to join the center.) Cardio/Core Join Tarifa every Wednesday at 11 am at the Lourie Center SC to participate in her dynamic Cardio/Core Workout to increase Muscular Strength and Endurance in what we refer to as the Core muscles for stability. You must be a member of the Lourie Center SC. Adult Beginner Ballet Join Tarifa on Wednesdays from 12:15 - 1:30 pm at the Lourie Center for a 10 week Session of Adult Ballet. Students must be members of the Lourie Center SC to participate. Raqs Sharqi with Tarifa Winter/Spring 2024 Sessions/Classes: Tarifa will teach Monthly 3-Week Sessions on Thursday evenings at the Esmeralda Dance Studio in the Boozer Shopping Center, Columbia, SC. (Go to menu and click on “Classes” for details on each offering and for information on how to sign up for a session or individual classes.) Performances Book Middle Eastern Dance Artist, Tarifa Salem to perform solo for your special events! (1 Show $175, 2 Shows: $275) Book The Tarifa Salem Raqs Repertory Group ($400 for 2 shows plus travel and accommodations if not local.) Contracts must be confirmed at least 6 weeks prior to scheduled event. 2024 Online Middle Eastern Dance Classes Connect with Tarifa on Skype for a monthly online class spring 2024. Click on menu and go to classes for specific dates and times. (Sign up via PayPal or Zelle at least 24 hours before the start of each session/class) Gentle Chair Yoga/Stretch This class is perfect for whatever level of fitness you are. Tarifa combines chair yoga, constructive rest, mental imagery and gentle stretching along with breathing techniques to increase oxygenation and help with relaxation. You must be a member of the Lourie Center SC. See All Classes “Get Your Body Out of the Way and Let Your Spirit Soar”~ Ibrahim Farrah