As a follow up to Karim Nagi’s video, Saidi Rhythms from the South of Egypt, learn the movements that compliment traditional rhythms from his native country, Egypt. In this video, Karim teaches a southern Egyptian dance called Raqs Assaya, otherwise known as the stick dance. This dance can be done with anything from a stick to a pool noodle to a Pringle's can; just make sure you have an open space and permission from an adult.

Karim Nagi (he/him) is a native Egyptian immigrant to the USA specializing in traditional Arab music and dance. He studied with primary sources for decades, and has become an established teaching artist and culture bearer. His Arabiqa program has visited over 400 schools across the country. His goal is to share the beauty of Arab culture, dispel stereotypes, and create interpersonal harmony among people of different cultures. For more information, visit: https://www.karimnagi.com/.

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