This weekend I took part in a Bellydance teacher training session not far from here. The idea was that a group of Bdance teachers would get together and take part in sessions about different aspects of the job. It was really interesting and worth while – Afra had planned and led the weekend and had come up with a really interesting timetable. I was asked to speak about teaching multiple classes, lesson planning and marketing (during which I discovered I am queen of the handouts) – I also made them play a game aimed at helping them improve their web sites – which actually made me realise that I could do with improving mine !)
One of the most interesting sessions was when Nina produced a spine (model, thankfully) explained how it worked and showed us what happens to it during a back bend. I’ve seen the pictures and read about it before, but as I know I am a visual learner seeing it done without any flesh or muscles was a real eye opener….. I’ve never been a fan, and now realise that its a silly idea for most of us and not necessarily physically possible. She also showed us natural posture and what happens when we put on some weight – all mind boggling stuff !
All in all a very worth while weekend – I’m a happy teacher and fired up for the new terms !!
