JWAAD Summer School





Keep up to Date ++ Join us in the JWAAD Summer School facebook group to chat and ask questions on all things Summer School. ++ Like the Josephine Wise JWAAD Bellydance facebook page for updates. ++ Fill in the Join our Mailing List form at the bottom of this page to receive email updates. JWAAD 29^th Summer School 15^th - 22^nd August 2019 7 days: Thursday 15^th to Thursday 22^nd August 5 days: Saturday 17^th to Thursday 22^nd August 3 days: Thursday 15^th to Sunday 18^th August 2 days: Friday 16^th to Sunday 18^th August Bookings for Summer School 2019 are now closed Join our mailing list below for updates on Summer School 2020 "A dance holiday like no other!" Join us for days jam-packed with dance in a beautiful historic setting. This intensive residential course will provide a wonderful boost to your technique and performance. We have a huge choice of classes and activities for all levels, with over fourteen fabulous teachers, including JWAAD's most senior and experienced tutors and visiting teachers from the UK and abroad. You can spend your days taking classes in a wide variety of styles of Middle Eastern and Fusion dance, classes with Egyptian musicians, work on technique, rhythm and choreography. You can book a private lesson with one of our teachers, or you can spend time relaxing in the gardens, swimming in the pool, shopping in the souk, or enjoying a drink in one of the cafe's. Evening entertainment includes a hafla, fancy dress party, theatre show (with you in it!), talent night, and fun in the common rooms! The Courses We have over 45 hours of classes and activities including: • Authentic Egyptian and Middle Eastern styles • Advanced level masterclasses • Workshops with live music • Classes on technique and rhythm • Classes on choreography and performance • A variety of fusion styles • Dances to learn and perform • Daily sagat/zill practice • A chance to wear a fabulous costume in the fashion show • A souk with dance gear for sale all week • A chance to perform solo or in groups in our Theatre Show • Weekenders can perform at our Hafla • A relaxed and fun talent evening • Time to relax, socialise or go for a walk in the grounds Professional and Advanced Dancers at Summer School If you are a high level dancer interested in coming to Summer School, click here for details of what we offer. You can choose between: • 7 days for the full experience - show/parties/all activities • 5 day course - includes two parties and our wonderful show • 3 day course - our new booster weekend option! • 2 day course with our Saturday Hafla Our Wonderful Venue Wellington College, Berkshire is the magnificent setting for our courses, with a huge complex of historic buildings, enormous grounds, lakes (including Swan Lake!), gardens, an outdoor swimming pool and a modern theatre. We will dance in a mixture of gorgeous historic halls and modern dance studios. Click here for map Click here for the history of Wellington College Tea and coffee making facilities are provided in kitchens and there are two cafes and a bar on site. All meals are included, and there is a great choice of dishes at every meal. Vegetarian and vegan diets can be catered for (please state when booking). 2, 3, 5 and 7 day residential courses include all meals, classes and activities, and use of all facilities. Accommodation Accommodation is comfortable and modern, though not ensuite. We have mostly single rooms plus a small number of shared rooms for seven day bookings only. We can often provide sharers if needed. If you'd like shared accommodation, book early as these rooms will fill up fast. We always endeavour to put friends together or very close to each other, so let us know who your friends are! Previous feedback: "I came for the first time this year and met so many new friends. The classes and show were great, as was the food. I'll be back next year to dance and party!" Transport Click here for travel instructions by train and car If you come by car, there is plenty of parking at the venue Address: Wellington College Crowthorne Berkshire RG45 7PU Click here for map Free Minibus Service If you come by train to Wokingham Station there is a free mini bus service to the venue (and back again when you leave). Click here for more info. If you have any questions about Summer School please email summerschool@jwaad.com or phone 07531 357 846. By enrolling for a course you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions Click Here