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”.
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Private Study with Tarifa
Tarifa offers one hour private sessions online via Skype or in person at her private space in Columbia, SC. 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.
Raq It Off
“Raq It Off” is one of the TarifaFit classes designed to get a good cardio workout through repetitive drilling of Tarifa’s favorite Raqs Sharqi moves. This class includes a unique approach to getting fit while enjoying the Eastern Vibe. Each class concludes with core strengthening exercises and a wonderful cool-down to the sultry taqsim music of the East. Starting in June this class will be held every Saturday at 9 am at the Tarifa Salem Eastern Dance Arts Space.
Lyrical Dance
Join Tarifa on Saturdays from 12 noon - 1 pm at the Tarifa Salem Eastern Dance Arts Space. Students will be guided through a barre warm-up before exploring the flowing axial movements and beautiful traveling sequences characteristic of Tarifa’s style of lyrical dance. This class will take your dancing to a whole new level and will develop your ability to convey passion and strength in your movements.
Raqs Sharqi with Tarifa
Starting in June 2024 Tarifa will teach on Saturday mornings & Thursday evenings at Tarifa Salem Eastern Dance Arts Private Space in 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 for your special events! (1 Show $175, 2 Shows: $300 plus travel and accommodations if not local.) Contracts must be confirmed at least 6 weeks prior to scheduled event. Consider booking Tarifa’s Raqs Repertory Group for a full night of entertainment at your event. Contact Tarifa for details.
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)
Mind/Body Morning Stretch
This class is one of the TarifaFit classes and perfect for all levels of fitness. Tarifa combines yoga, constructive rest, mental imagery and gentle stretching along with breathing techniques to increase oxygenation and help release tension in muscles. Starting in June 2024, this class will meet every Saturday at 10 am at the Tarifa Salem Eastern Dance Arts Space..
“Get Your Body Out of the Way
and Let Your Spirit Soar”
~ Ibrahim Farrah