What is the difference between the Morning Session and the Afternoon Session?
The Morning Session is open to all dancers with a recommended minimum of six months of Belly Dance training. Suhaila will teach different material each day: Suhaila Salimpour Format on Friday, a choreography on Saturday, and Jamila Salimpour Format on Sunday.

The Afternoon Session is open to dancers that are certified at Level I or above in the Suhaila Salimpour Format. Suhaila will teach Level II material including Level II Format and a choreography. The class will move quickly, and there will be no warmup.

Students can register for either the Morning Session alone, or the Full Day (Morning and Afternoon Session).

I'm certified. May I take just the Afternoon Session?
No. Suhaila will not run a warmup for the Afternoon Session, so you'll need to be there for the entire day. Besides, would you really want to take just two hours of class with Suhaila, when she is back on the East Coast?

Do I need permission from anyone to take this workshop?
No. This workshop is open to bellydancers of all levels. I recommend you have at least 6 months experience. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned veteran, you will get more out of a weekend with Suhaila than you can imagine.

Is this a Level I workshop, or a Level II, or ... ?
The Morning Session is a multi-level workshop and is not focused on Suhaila's Levels. It will cover many components of both the Suhaila & Jamila Formats, and Suhaila will teach us a choreography built upon what we've learned.

The Afternoon Session is a Level II workshop.

Will there be Level I testing after this workshop?
No. Check Suhaila's website for the next Level I or multi-level workshop.

Will this workshop counts towards my CEC's with Suhaila?
Yes! While there won't be testing or certification, the hours you spend in this workshop count towards your bi-yearly requirements to maintain your certification. The Morning Session will give you 12 hours of CEC's and the Full Day Session will give you 18 hours of CEC's.

What are CEC's and why should I care?
CEC's are Continuing Education Credits. Certified dancers are required to maintain a specific number of hours with Suhaila or one of her certified instructors, based on their current level of certification. More info can be found on Suhaila's website.

Does registration for the Morning Session or Afternoon Session include all three days?
Yes.

Can I register for just one or two days?
Yes. Registration is now open for individual days for the morning sessions. The full day, however, is still open only to those who can commit to the entire weekend.

Will Suhaila herself be teaching the workshop?
Yes!

Really?!?
Really.

What hotel is the closest?
Unfortunately, there are no hotels within walking distance. Your best bet is to look for lodging on "29 North" (Seminole Trail,) which is just a few miles away, and where there are hotels ranging from a Hampton Inn to a Marriott Courtyard and may others above, below, and between those. Note that we are not endorsing either of those hotels nor guaranteeing room availability, just providing some map links to give you an idea of the area we are referring to. Please search for whatever lodging you prefer.

How should I prepare for this workshop?
I recommend using Suhaila's Belly Dance Fitness Fusion DVD's daily for a month prior to the workshop. The Jamila Salimpour Archive DVDs are helpful as well. Try to get a good cardio workout at least three times a week. And don't forget to take care of yourself: get enough sleep, eat well, and drink lots of water.

I'd like to register. Where is the registration link?
You can register online with paypal here, or you can go here to print out a registration form to mail with a check.

I thought there was going to be a show on Friday night?
Due to circumstances beyond our control, the Friday night show has been cancelled.

I can't pay for the entire amount at this time. May I pay in installments?
Yes. You may put down a $100 deposit (cash/check to Alexandra Snyder or paypal to bellysouk@gmail.com) to hold your spot. The total balance is due by March 20, 2009. If you pay the total amount by February 1, 2009, you still receive the early registration discount. Please remember to include the $10 paypal fee if you use paypal. Info on paying with cash/check is here. Whether paying with paypal or cash/check, please include your full name and address so that I may add you to the list of registered participants.

I have more questions!! How can I get in touch with you?
The best way to reach me is through email. Shoot me a line, and I'll get back to you within a day or two.