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$30
Discover the power and mystery of Sufi whirling which combines movement, music, and meditation as a gateway to spiritual awakening. This dance was inspired by nature, ancient Iranic rituals, the science of whirling, and the spiritual traditions of Sufism. Internationally acclaimed dance artist, Farima Berenji, shares the essentials of whirling meditation, including preparation, balance and posture, controlling dizziness, self-focus, breathwork, and more.
Farima is an award-winning dance artist, ethnologist, choreographer, instructor, and archaeologist specializing in ancient, sacred, classical, and folkloric dances of Persia, Ionia, and the Silk Road. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts in ancient and mystical Iranian dance ethnology by UNESCO, she travels worldwide to record, research, lecture, perform, educate, and inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Learn more.
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