Ep 243. Oleksandra Kovalova: Healing Wounds With Dancing

Ep 243. Oleksandra Kovalova: Healing Wounds With Dancing

Author: Iana Komarnytska April 25, 2023 Duration: 55:16

Oleksandra Kovalova is a professional dancer, teacher, choreographer, and certified judge. She is a director of oriental dance school Amberly based in Zhytomyr (Ukraine), and an organizer of the big international festival Yalla Bina. Oleksandra is a winner of Nile Group competition, as well as a mentor for her award-winning students. After living and teaching classes in Germany during past year, she is currently back to Ukraine, and just managed to run a very success edition of her dance festival, gathering dancers from all over Ukraine.

In this episode you will learn about:

- How war in Ukraine influenced Oleksandra’s life and dance activities

- Teaching belly dance classes in Germany

- Why continuing dance activities in Ukraine is so important

- The nuances of festival organization considering the current situation in Ukraine

- How dancers’ approach to belly dance is changing

Show Notes to this episode:

Find Oleksandra Kovalova on Instagram and Facebook.

You can find details about Joana Saahirah online school and available courses at www.joanasaahirah.com

Join SharQui - The Bellydance Workout at sharqui.com/online

Follow Iana on Instagram, FB, and Youtube . Check out her online classes and intensives at the Iana Dance Club.

Find information on how you can support Ukraine and Ukrainian belly dancers HERE.

Podcast: www.ianadance.com/podcast


Iana Komarnytska hosts Belly Dance Life, a podcast that goes far beyond the stage to explore the rich, textured world surrounding this ancient art form. This isn't just about steps and technique; it's a deep, personal conversation about the culture, history, and community that give the dance its soul. Each episode feels like a candid journal entry, weaving together the performing arts with honest discussions on health, body image, and personal growth. You'll hear from dancers, historians, and artists about how this practice intersects with modern society and individual identity. The Belly Dance Life podcast delves into the lifestyle in its entirety-the triumphs, the creative struggles, the cultural appreciation, and the quiet moments of practice that never see the spotlight. It's for anyone curious about the stories woven into the music and movement, offering a nuanced perspective that celebrates belly dance as a living, evolving form of human expression. Tune in for thoughtful reflections that connect the art to the broader tapestry of life.
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