Yep she is along with about 45 other teachers!
Yep, come on by!!!
you can sign up for her class at www.blacksheepbellydance.com .... but ya better gurry!!
Indulge your body and soul with a unique rhythmic experience. Learn the art of Bhangra, a dance like no other that will take your body and soul into new realms. What is Bhangra? Bhangra is an upbeat, energetic, and vibrant folk dance from North India, Punjab Region.
Traditionally done to celebrate the harvest, Bhangra can now be seen at any and all festive occasions celebrated in India particularly weddings. It's perhaps the most vigorous form of South Asian Dances, but also the most free spirited, down to earth and fun.
The main instrument is a large barrel size drum called the dhol. Its hypnotic beats are so contagious and can lure even the most dedicated of wallflowers onto the floor. Bhangra is a such a joyous form of dance that you will be engulfed in its spirit of celebration as soon as you experience it. From Bollywood movies, to cultural melas, to the club scene, bhangra is becoming a popular phenomena and is making its mark in the musical community. T
his class will be a mini crash course in learning all the basics of bhangra that will then be translated into a beautiful choreographed routine that you can use any time you hear the dhol(drum) or incorporate it into other dance routines and performances. The class will make you shake your hips, move your arms, stomp your feet and give you a great cardio workout by indulging your dancing spirits.
Bio:
Vicki Virk was born and raised in Punjab, India, where bhangra originated. She has been dancing to bhangra all of her life. Though she became an attorney, her love and passion for dance inspired her to start her own company called Dholrhythms, that allows her to share her enthusiasm for bhangra through classes, workshops, performances, and events all over the Bay Area.
She currently teaches as many as 10-14 regular weekly classes at different studios, and afterschool kids' programs. She also leads her own dance troupe made up of women from diverse backgrounds, each of whom started off as a student in one of the classes. Dholrhythms dance troupe has been seen mesmerizing audiences with their upbeat, and unique performances at some of the most well known venues in San Francisco including, Stern Grove, Yerba Buena Gardens, Pier39, Sony Metreon, Fort Mason, The Fillmore, The Mezannine, DeYoung Museum, The Supper Club, DNA Lounge, 111 Minna Gallery, 1015 Folsom and many, many more.
Vicki is also the co-founder of NonStop Bhangra (NSB), a monthly event in San Francisco which combines live dhol (drum) & tabla players, dance performances/lessons, visuals, painters and DJ's all dedicated to celebrating the spirit of Bhangra.
Started as an outlet for Dholrhythms students, the event has grown into an amazing community that attracts over 400 diverse people every month that come together to experience bhangra. NSB is making its mark in the San Francisco Culture and has been voted Top 5 Global events in SF. The event has been featured in SF Weekly, The Chronicle, SF Bay Guardian, San Francisco Magazine, along with many other publications. "I love teaching bhangra because it is a celebration of life. It's done with energy, zest and passion and that's exactly how life should be lived."~vicki v~For more information on dholrhythms, Vicki Virk, or bhangra, please visit:
Yep, come on by!!!
you can sign up for her class at www.blacksheepbellydance.com .... but ya better gurry!!
Indulge your body and soul with a unique rhythmic experience. Learn the art of Bhangra, a dance like no other that will take your body and soul into new realms. What is Bhangra? Bhangra is an upbeat, energetic, and vibrant folk dance from North India, Punjab Region.
Traditionally done to celebrate the harvest, Bhangra can now be seen at any and all festive occasions celebrated in India particularly weddings. It's perhaps the most vigorous form of South Asian Dances, but also the most free spirited, down to earth and fun.
The main instrument is a large barrel size drum called the dhol. Its hypnotic beats are so contagious and can lure even the most dedicated of wallflowers onto the floor. Bhangra is a such a joyous form of dance that you will be engulfed in its spirit of celebration as soon as you experience it. From Bollywood movies, to cultural melas, to the club scene, bhangra is becoming a popular phenomena and is making its mark in the musical community. T
his class will be a mini crash course in learning all the basics of bhangra that will then be translated into a beautiful choreographed routine that you can use any time you hear the dhol(drum) or incorporate it into other dance routines and performances. The class will make you shake your hips, move your arms, stomp your feet and give you a great cardio workout by indulging your dancing spirits.
Bio:
Vicki Virk was born and raised in Punjab, India, where bhangra originated. She has been dancing to bhangra all of her life. Though she became an attorney, her love and passion for dance inspired her to start her own company called Dholrhythms, that allows her to share her enthusiasm for bhangra through classes, workshops, performances, and events all over the Bay Area.
She currently teaches as many as 10-14 regular weekly classes at different studios, and afterschool kids' programs. She also leads her own dance troupe made up of women from diverse backgrounds, each of whom started off as a student in one of the classes. Dholrhythms dance troupe has been seen mesmerizing audiences with their upbeat, and unique performances at some of the most well known venues in San Francisco including, Stern Grove, Yerba Buena Gardens, Pier39, Sony Metreon, Fort Mason, The Fillmore, The Mezannine, DeYoung Museum, The Supper Club, DNA Lounge, 111 Minna Gallery, 1015 Folsom and many, many more.
Vicki is also the co-founder of NonStop Bhangra (NSB), a monthly event in San Francisco which combines live dhol (drum) & tabla players, dance performances/lessons, visuals, painters and DJ's all dedicated to celebrating the spirit of Bhangra.
Started as an outlet for Dholrhythms students, the event has grown into an amazing community that attracts over 400 diverse people every month that come together to experience bhangra. NSB is making its mark in the San Francisco Culture and has been voted Top 5 Global events in SF. The event has been featured in SF Weekly, The Chronicle, SF Bay Guardian, San Francisco Magazine, along with many other publications. "I love teaching bhangra because it is a celebration of life. It's done with energy, zest and passion and that's exactly how life should be lived."~vicki v~For more information on dholrhythms, Vicki Virk, or bhangra, please visit:
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