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Comments from 2009 Retreat Participants:
"Your gift of dance, and your ability to share that gift and not just "teach dance" but truly create dancers is something so priceless, so unique, words cannot describe it. .... Qamar (MA)
"Thank you again SO much for inspirng me to return to my roots and fall in love once again with Middle Eastern dance. You are such a wonderful teacher and my only regret is that I did not find you sooner!" ....Phoenix Avathar (MA)
"I cannot thank you enough for this year's Retreat. I found the Oriental choreography enchanting, elegant, and challenging and I really felt it like no other. This opened a whole new world for me which I am anxious to explore.....You also made me realize that sometimes a breath is worth a thousand hip drops!" ....Rianna (MA) "I want to thank you, Katia, for a wonderful and educational week with you and all my dancing friends. Thank you always for your support. Your vision is always inside me even without your presence."...... Mona Lisa (MA) "I look forward to my dose of "Vitamin K" every year and wouldn't miss the Retreat!...... Alizah Afet(MA) "Katia, the beautiful Oriental dance this year is the best ever!....you worked us to the max and I loved it....capturing all the nuances of the dance, the clean-up made the difference between movement and true art. I will continue to work on this dance because it fills my heart... the music, the meaning, the movements, and the memories. Thank you!"...... Irit (VT) "Katia, This weekend was magical and everything ran so smoothly! I loved the Nubian dance and LOVED your Oriental choreography....the music was beautiful, and the steps flowed together seamlessly. The shows were a high caliber of talent and performance. The band on Saturday played better than I've ever heard them. Each member paid attention to your requests for the shows, and paid close attention to each dancer at a level of intensity I don't often see. Having George Chamoun sing for the Saturday hafla was a blessing! Staff Amera, Polina and Ma'isah did a fantastic job too.".....Mahira (MA)
| Comments from 2008 Retreat Participants:
"I just got home and miss everybody already. What a wonderful 4 days! Thank you so much for all you have given, of the dance and of yourself. I realize now that is why it is so special to learn from you....because you really care! It is an incredible community of special women at the Retreat!".... Irit (VT)
"I'm sitting at my desk at work humming "Raks Mimi". Needless to say, I would rather be dancing! The Retreat was fantastic! I love the choreographies and the opportunity to focus four days on dancing! It's always great to see everyone!" ....Talilah (MA) "Thank you so much for the wonderful Retreat. I feel like I learned so much and had a great time. The staff and other participants were all very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was one of cooperation and respect rather than fierce competition."...... Jami (TX)
| Comments from 2007 Retreat Participants:
"I always leave the retreats with a tear in my eye...happiness at the wonder that is dance and sharing it with others...sadness to put it away for a bit and excitement at when I can see everyone again. You are an inspiration and the staff really makes it special too.".... Marianna (MA)
What a wonderful experience the Retreat was for me and I am already looking forward to next year." ....Saahira (MA) "I went to Katia's Retreat for the first time and it was such a blast. I had a fantastic time!I was a bit intimidated at first being around so many wonderful dancers but had an open mind and got so much out of this. I would highly encourage anyone to attend, learn and have fun." ...... Illianna (MA) "Thank you for the warm memories you create...I think of the feeling of happiness when I woke up to the music of 'Zeina' in my head on Monday morning after the Retreat. The vision of endless time, space and beauty that I saw when Concetta Rose demonstrated a section of the dance and Polina danced for us at the end.........Helen (CT)
| Comments from 2006 Retreat Participants:
"To all my dancing friends: I experienced a memorable and special weekend with lovely and talented people. I'm happy to have met all of you especially Katia who made this dance inspiring to one's soul. I'm sure you all agree that dancing is a sweet life to a dolce vita.".... Concetta Rose (MA)
"I felt that this Retreat was a big turning point for me. I came home really remembering names of dancers (both new and on film) and musicians and connecting more with the music types and parts of Egypt. I admit that when I woke up in the middle of the night, it was because my mind just couldn't stop dancing!....Mehira(MA) "I did my first solo performance at the retreat, only because of Katia's warm encouragement and the atmostphere of acceptance that was ever present in all the beautiful women surrounding me.".....Irit (VT) "No words can explain the grace, style and stage presence as well as the wisdom and knowledge you bring to the Art of Middle Eastern Dance. Thank you.".....Memie (MA)
| Comments from 2005 Retreat Participants: "Katia of Boston's workshop material and layout was fabulous. Besides a positive and supportive learning environment, the workshop material itself was challenging for the advanced dancer yet gentle enough for a beginner to swallow. The variety of styles, Egyptian Oriental and Tunisian, offered an exiting and stimulating change of spectrum! Both technique, music, and respective choreographies were wonderful!"...... Nadirah Johara (TX) "I was really impressed with the professionalism displayed at the retreat.... And you kept us moving and remained cheerful and motivating even on day 3, when people were clearly starting to get tired! Everyone received attention from you to help them in the ways they needed most and you kept them focused. Thanks again for a great experience....I have to say I LOVED the Tunisian dancing!".....Ma'isah (MA) "The Retreat had such a wonderful and positive atmosphere. I felt safe, comfortable and happy to have been surrounded by women who have the love and passion for this beautiful art form called Oriental dance."..... Maria (NJ)
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Comments from 2004 Retreat Participants: "Katia is the kind of artist that every dancer can learn from. She understands the nuances and fundamentals of oriental dance, and communicates them lovingly to students. Her teaching is not just about technique, but about creating a vision for the audience. At the start of the retreat, she urged everyone not to compare herself with anyone else in the room, but rather to focus on simply moving forward from where she is --and absolutely everyone did. This year I learned from her how to slow down, to create drama, to keep breathe in my movements, to keep lifting and to create an interesting, changing stage persona.... If they gave out PHDs in this art form, Katia would certainly have one"..... Elaina el Amoora (MA) "Thank you for an exhilarating Retreat! I had an absolute blast, and am sure that will guarantee my annual return"..... Nadia (MA) "From the Karkday break and sweets from Tunisia, to the
amazing choreographies, to the Aboudi Badawi Band at the Saturday night hafla, no detail was ignored at Katia's
second annual dance retreat. Katia's energy, enthusiasm, talent and knowledge of the dance are not to be missed!"
.....Talilah (MA)
Comments from 2003 Retreat Participants:
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"I learned a lot. Thanks so much for your
inspiration. I am so grateful I saw your slides and costume collection -
My eyes have been opened to more of this amazing
dance world I am discovering!"..... Barbara Donohue -The Dancing Spirit (RI)
"A wonderful inspiring workshop.
Loved your choreography selections. You are an inspiration for your love of dance
and your ability to teach and nuture us."..... Zahra (MA)
"The veil class was my favorite part of the weekend.I know that
"lift and breathe"will be my mantra from now on."..... Thalia(MA)
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