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Step-by-Step Belly Dance DVD by Leilainia
Just released! Belly dance is an ancient form of artistic expression—and a fun way to a great physique. Lose weight and tone from head to toe with three 15-minute dance combinations. 57 min. on 1 DVD.
An Acacia production.

Watch a 3 min clip from the DVD: http://www.acacialifestyle.com/series/step-by-step
Buy your DVD today: http://acaciacatalog.com/step-by-step-belly-dance/p/52398/

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Awesome Videos made by Adelaide:
Adelaide of The Shimmy Sisters Caribbean hoop video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTU4g--XuB4
Harlequin art series by Hal Marcus:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8_B7SVp_w8

Chopra Center show photos by JQ:
http://picasaweb.google.com/HoopCharmer/ChopraGig013010?feat=directlink

Check out Leilainia's Article in Zaaghareet! Magazine:
http://leilainia.com/arabian_nights_at_Sea_09_Artcile.jpg

Big Hr

Feb 5, Portugalia

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NOMADS: One Show Only!!!!
Danyavaad, The Shimmy Sisters, Frank Lazarro (drums), Sarah Cranberry (violin), Laura Downing (guest dancer)
Friday, February 5, 2010
Time: 8:00pm - 9:35pm
Location: portugalia in OB
Street: 4839 newport ave, San Diego, CA


NOMADS return... come experience Danyavaad and the Shimmy Sisters at a fun monthly dinner show. This month the show will be condensed into one longer set that will include all the creative and ssssssssssensual artistry that the band and Sisters have to offer. come and be inspired! For larger dinner parties its best to arrive a bit early. hope to see you!

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Wed, Feb 10 - Circus at Voyeur

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Circus @ Voyeur
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 9:30pm
Voyeur Nightclub
755 5th ave
San Diego, CA

High energy sounds provided by Jonny Quest and Brazzabelle along with RingMaster Jeremy Harris. HoopCharmer and Charmed Life Entertainment will be providing unique surprises throughout the night! Don't miss this!

CIRCUS will take you to the far East, where ancient Asian culture thrives with a modern twist. See Geisha's perform graceful acts of fan dancing and dangerous acts of sword play, while action unfolds between break dancing ninjas. Warrior ninja's rule the night as they sneak between shadows, stalking their prey with weapons glistening in the light. Be amazed and full of wonder as CIRCUS takes you to the land of the rising sun.

Circus is featuring some of your favorite performance artists and characters from LA and San Diego.

For VIP bottle specials contact Nick Mascetta @ 619-559-5694

Guest list is Free before 10:00, half off before 10:30, then the price goes up to 20! Get there early and get on the guest list!
E mail first and last names to Jalen721@gmail.com for guest list.

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Shimmy Sisters shows in Feb

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Saturday 's Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 @ 8pm - 9pm!
Join The Shimmy Sisters for a traditional belly dance dinner show at Ali Baba's Cave.
Hookahs, Drinks, Food and Entertainment.
10920 Roselle Street San Diego, CA 92121

Feb 13: The Shimmy Sisters dance at Ray at Night
Where: Cirello Gallery 3803 Ray Street 92104
Date: Feb 13th
When: show starts at 10 (couple of different sets- very improvisational)

The Shimmy Sisters have developed a very good relationship with the beautiful Cirello Art Gallery. Adelaide will be having her new art displayed at this location as it becomes ready for the public eye. Til then, Matthew Cirello is creating his style of Belly Dance costume embellishments with his talents. Stay posted on an up coming fashion show! http://www.cirellogallery.com/

If you are interested in Adelaide art please contact her (915) 630- 3716

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Classes: Bellydance and Drumming

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It's a good day to start something new!
Belly dance and Music Classes! 

Lose Weight , Get in Shape and Dance!
BELLY DANCE
Thursdays 7:00-8:00pm w/ Leilainia
Mixed Level. Fun with traditional belly dance
Fee: $15 drop in or $60 for 6 weeks
Location: California Ballet School
4819 Ronson Ct., San Diego CA 92111
*Buy your class card online! http://leilainia.com/classcard.html
Ongoing dance classes are designed to teach fundamental dance techniques and complex body isolations and will improve core balance and coordination

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Yoga: Hatha 1/ Restorative taught by Leilainia
Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00-5:15pm
Location: Bamboo Yoga, 1127 Loma Avenue , Coronado, California

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Tuesdays : 1/12/10 - 2/16/2010 w/ Leilainia
Level 1 : 7-8pm Fun with belly dance basics
basic moves and unique combos
Level 2 : 8-9pm Learn the Zils
Fee: $15 for drop in
Location: Bamboo Yoga, 1127 Loma Avenue , Coronado, California
Belly Dance Benefits! It has tremendous, continuous impact in the quality of relaxation, breathing & rhythm, which increases body awareness & sensitivity & contributes to a heightened sense of well-being & self-esteem.
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Mondays in Ocean Beach w/ Adelaide: NEW!
7:00- 8:00pm Level 1
Adelaide teaches very intimate classes Tuesday evenings out of her living room as it as it was traditionally done. These classes are helpful in receiving direct attention and specific instruction as well as creating a bond with classmates and the sacred teachings of this healing dance form.
Fee: $12 drop in, $60 for 6 week card
Location: OB- 1736 bacon
Please call or email to reserve your space(915) 630- 3716 adelaide@theshimmysisters.com
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Tuesdays in Ocean Beach w/ Adelaide:
5-6 pm Level 1
6-7 pm Mixed Level
7-8 pm Level 2
Adelaide teaches very intimate classes Tuesday evenings out of her living room as it as it was traditionally done. These classes are helpful in receiving direct attention and specific instruction as well as creating a bond with classmates and the sacred teachings of this healing dance form.
Fee: $12 drop in, $60 for 6 week card, privates $50.
Location: OB- 1736 bacon
Please call or email to reserve your space(915) 630- 3716 adelaide@theshimmysisters.com
**privates can include Belly Dance, veil, zills, hula hoop, make up application and drum lessons*
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Private Drum Classes w/ Adelaide
I will help you create the sound you want from your drum and learn Middle Eastern Drum Rhythms and more.
Please call or email (915) 630- 3716 adelaide@theshimmysisters.com

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Private Bellydance and Yoga classes available at various studios.
$75 per hour for 1-3 people.
email or call 619-884-7707 to set you date and time.

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Private Drum Classes now available with Gabriel!  ->
Call for details: 619-347-9021

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Mar 19 - Tango Del Rey

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March 19 - Tango Del Rey
Leilainia's Instructional Belly Dance DVD Release Party
8:00pm - 11:00pm

Live Gypsy Fusion • Bellydancing • Hooping • Snakes • Swords

Show starts 8pm
Cover: $15
Bring a third friend free.
Dinner Buffet: $15
Tango Del Rey
3567 Del Rey Street
San Diego, CA 92109
http://tangoderey.com
 

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Plan Ahead

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Danyavaad plays at Spirit of the Tribes in Ft. Lauderdale!
May 28 - 31, 2010

THE LARGEST TRIBAL FUSION ON THE EAST COAST AWARDED TWICE AS BEST PROMOTER AND BEST EVENT

WE WILL ROCK THE EAST COAST ONE MORE TIME
THANKS TO ALL OUR FRIENDS / DANCERS FOR YOUR WONDERFUL WORDS & SUPPORT YEAR AFTER YEAR.

WE ARE PREPARING AN INCREDIBLE WEEK END FOR YOU TO CELEBRATE TOGETHER 10 YEARS OF SPIRIT OF THE TRIBES

4 DAYS OF INSPIRATION & BEAUTY W/ THE HOTTEST TEACHERS - NON STOP CLASSES
3 AMAZING SHOWS W/ TROUPES FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY
SPIRIT TRIBAL FUSION COMPETITION
DELIRIOUS BAZAAR - OPEN AL ALL TIMES FOR ALL STYLES
SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS - AFTER PARTIES & HAFLA

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ARABIAN NIGHTS AT SEA - Sept 2010
Join us for an amazing
long weekend at Sea! Learn, Dance and have fun!

Video of 2008 : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YrJFAZBYUw
Shimmy Sisters show aboard the cruise

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Guitar Lessons from Greg Vaughan

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Call Greg to become a rockstar in 2010!

Call Greg for details: 619-284-6277.
For a unique learning experience and environment study at the Temple of the Sacred String.

Way of the Sacred String teaching method draws techniques and principles from martial arts and eastern philosophy.
* Guitarmageddon 2005 San Diego Champion
* Studied and performed with legendary Scorpions guitarist Uli Jon Roth
* Has performed at Qualcomm Stadium, The Whiskey, House Of Blues

Learn more at www.gregvaughan.org

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Buy the SD Music Awards Nominated Album 'March of the Gypsies'

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This is a two disc set - a 10 song CD and a DVD full of music videos, dance lessons, pictures, and much more.

DVD includes:
Music Videos: ‘Eastern Road’, ‘Nomads‘, ‘Danyavaad’, ‘My Serpent Kiss’.
Instructional segments: Shimmy Sisters bellydance lesson, ‘Arabic Scales’ sitar lesson, dumbek rhythms, bass looping.
Photo slideshows and other surprises!

 We also have:
Eastern Road 3-song EP or MP3 Downloads
2009 'March of the Gypsies' Tour Poster

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Book us for your next event

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Did you know you can hire us to entertain at your party! We are available as a full band and dancers or a separate entities! Belly grams, Birthdays, Weddings, Bridal showers baby Showers…pretty much any and everything! Book us: 619-347-9021

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Tell us your story of inspiration

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Why do you do what you do? What inspires you to do art, yoga, dance, music....? We want to know. Send your story 500 words or less to

Info@theshimmysisters.com

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