TIPS4HIPS Dance Date – Rome Edition
Program Overview
This event is not just a workshop – it’s a shared experience. In a small group of just 25 dancers, every participant is seen, guided, and inspired. The intimate setting allows for meaningful connections, personalized feedback, and the kind of transformative breakthroughs that only happen when dancers feel truly supported.
All activities, including classes and the DanceCircle Party, will take place in this studio.
The studio is right next to Roma Termini Station, surrounded by plenty of cafés and shops where you can grab something between sessions.
There are changing rooms and showers available — you can take a shower between classes or before
the DanceCircle Party. Please bring your own towel.
Intensive Training
Dive deep into technique with focus on fundamentals, musicality, and artistic expression. Master precision and power behind every movement through comprehensive instruction.
Community Building
Connect with TIPS4HIPS students from around the world in an intimate setting. Build lasting friendships with dancers who share passion for Oriental dance and personal growth.
Dance Circle Party
Experience an intimate, home-like gathering where the community comes together to dance, share, and celebrate without performance pressure. This cozy event creates space for authentic connection and joyful movement.
Personalized Feedback
With only 25 participants, receive individual attention and tailored guidance from Julia Farid throughout the intensive.
Performance Project
Collaborate with fellow dancers on a special performance experience. Develop stage presence and learn to captivate audiences as a dynamic, expressive performer.
Explore Rome Together
Explore the eternal city through curated social moments, including the opening aperitif walk and closing dinner. Create unforgettable memories in one of the world’s most inspiring cultural destinations.
Detailed Schedule
Evening | Aperitif & City Walk
17:00 – 20:00
A relaxed and friendly start of the weekend. We’ll meet for an Italian-style aperitif and enjoy a city walk together — a perfect way to connect before diving into the dance days ahead
Day 1: Foundation & Connection
10:00 – 12:00 |
Tips4Hips Signature Technique & Combinations with Julia Farid
We’ll start the day with the signature Tips4Hips session, focusing
on strength and precision
of movements, breathing, body control, and muscular work.
12:00 – 13:00 |
Veil Stories
A class dedicated to the art of dancing with the veil. You’ll explore combinations that bring smoothness and fluid transitions, discovering how to make your veil move as an extension of your emotions and storytelling.
13:00 – 14:00 |
Lunch Break
14:00 – 16:00 |
Improvisation & Musicality Laboratory
An interactive session where we explore melodies and instruments, dive into rhythm interpretation, and practice creative improvisation. Expect personalized feedback and exercises that will help you expand your musical understanding and confidence in spontaneous dance.
18:00 – 20:00 |
Dance Circle Party
Join our cozy and joyful evening of performances, sharing, and inspiration.
After the hafla, stay with us for a Pizza Night together!
Day 2: Performance & Expression
10:00 – 13:00 |
Classic Song Choreography
Learn a full choreography to a timeless Egyptian classic. The focus will be on musical interpretation, emotional expression, and the refined elegance characteristic of the classic Raqs Sharki.
13:00 – 14:00 |
Lunch Break
14:00 – 16:00 |
Characters in Dance & Art of Transformation
In this class, you’ll learn three contrasting characters and explore how to switch your technique, expression, and energy to embody each of them with authenticity.
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After 16:00 |
Performance Project & Night Out
We’ll meet up for our Performance Project and an evening out together. More details will be shared soon.
Private Classes with Julia Farid
Departure Day & Optional Private Classes
For those who wish to extend their experience, this day is open for private or mini-group lessons with Julia Farid (should be booked in advance)
Why Join the TIPS4HIPS Dance Date?
Perfect your technique.
Refine fundamentals and expand your movement vocabulary through intensive training
Deepen your artistry.
Develop performance quality and stage presence in supportive environment.
Connect with community.
Meet fellow Tips4Hips students and build lasting friendships with dancers who share your passion.
