Yaa Halla Y'all FAQ's

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Venue     Hotels     Registration     Layaway     Workshops     Shows

Instructors     Performance Competition     Performance (Non-competing)

Where are the Yaa Halla, Y'all workshops and shows held?
The Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 South Main Street, Grapevine, TX 76051, is the venue for ALL workshops and shows.  Click here for the GCC visitor's map or for maps of the area.

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What hotels do you recommend?
The official hotel for Yaa Halla, Y'all is The Comfort Inn (formerly The Baymont Inn), 301 Capitol Street, Grapevine, TX 76051.  Click here for more information, or call 817-498-7703 or 888-918-4747 for reservations.

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How do I register for a workshop?
Click here to find all the information for Dance Workshops, including a link to the Seminar Registration form (.pdf).  Click here to find all the information for Drum Workshops, including a link to the Seminar Registration form (.pdf).

If I don't want to register online, is there another way to register for a workshop?
Yes!  You can register online, by phone, mail or fax.  Click here for information on alternative registration options for Dance Workshops or click here for information on alternative registration options for Drum Workshops.

Are there any discounts for workshops?
We have "early bird" prices for anyone registering by June 1, 2013.  On June 2, 2013, the prices for all workshops will increase to full price.

Can I pay for my registration via bank-to-bank transfer?
No, we are not set up for bank-to-bank transfers at this time.  You may pay for your seminars on our website (guaranteed secure transaction), or, you can mail us your registration form with a check, credit card information, or an international money order.

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Can I put my workshops in layaway?
Yes, you can!  Click here for layaway information for Dance Workshops, or click here for layaway information on Drum Workshops.  All layaways must be made via autopay by credit card.

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What workshops are being offered this year?
Click here for the Yaa Halla, Y'all 2013 Dance Workshops information.  Click here for the Yaa Halla, Y'all 2013 Drum Workshops information.

What do I need to bring for the workshops?
As we get more information from the instructors about what they will be teaching, we will list the workshop descriptions and any props you need to bring with you.  Click here for workshop descriptions and props needed (coming soon!!).  If the information you are looking for isn't listed, keep checking back - we're updating the website as quickly as we can!

Which workshops can be taken individually?
The Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Galaxy Seminars, the Drummer and Dancer How To Work Together workshop, and the Dancing with Zills to Live Drums for Drummers and Dancers workshop may be taken individually.  You can also register for full day Galaxy Seminar packages.  Drum Workshops can also be taken individually or as a Full Weekend Drum Package (includes 2 shows, Drummer and Dancer How To Work Together workshop, and Dancing w/ Zills for Drummers & Dancers workshop).

Is there an age limit for the Drum Workshops?
There is not an age limit on the Drum Workshops.  However, the Advanced workshops are for those who already have some experience in drumming.  Younger students should probably take the Beginner/Intermediate Workshops to get acquainted with the Instructor and then decide if they also are qualified to take the Advanced Workshop.  This is just a suggestion for parents to consider when signing up their children for Drum Workshops.

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I have someone coming with me for the weekend who will not be attending the workshops.  They would still like to attend the nightly shows.  What is the price for attending only the shows?
Everyone is invited to attend the nightly performances (Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday).  The public is also invited to shop with our fabulous vendors.  Click here for ticket information for shows and shopping.

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Who are the instructors this year?
Click here (coming soon!!) for the "What's New at Yaa Halla, Y'all?"  Click here for workshop descriptions) (coming soon!!.  If the information you are looking for isn't listed, keep checking back - we're updating the website as quickly as we can!

Do the instructors include a certificate of completion for their workshops?
No, there are no certificates of completion for any Yaa Halla, Y'all workshop.

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Who can enter the Yellow Rose of Texas Belly Dance Competition?
Anyone can compete in the Yellow Rose of Texas Belly Dance Competition. Those under the age of 18 must have parental consent.  All competing performers must be registered in ONE FULL DAY of workshops for each category of competition.

Is there an entry fee?
There is no "entry" fee.  All Yaa Halla, Y'all 2013 participants who are registered in one FULL day of Dance Workshops per Category of competition and all accompanying or competing musicians registered in two (2) workshops (drum or zills rhythm) per category are invited to be contestants in The Yellow Rose of Texas Belly Dance Competition.  All competing performers must have their seminar and performer registrations to us by July 1, 2013.

How can I register for the Yellow Rose of Texas Belly Dance Competition?
Click here for details of the Yellow Rose of Texas Belly Dance Competition, which includes a link to the Performance Registration form.  Please be sure to read the Isis Productions and Yellow Rose of Texas Belly Dance Competition Policies & Procedures contained in the Performance Registration!

Can I compete in the same category that I danced in last year?
First place winners of any category in the previous year may not compete in the same category this year.  However, if you placed second or third in any category, you may compete in the same category this year.

What are the competition categories and when is the competition?
Click here for details of the Yellow Rose of Texas Belly Dance Competition, which includes a list of categories and the days of competition.  The 2013 Yaa Halla, Y'all Yellow Rose of Texas Dance Competition will be held on Thursday and Friday nights only.  The Drum Group Competition will be held on Saturday.  All Winners in each Dance category will be recognized and will perform in the Saturday night Yellow Rose of Texas Showcase of Winners.

How big is the stage we will be performing on?
The Stage Size is: 25’ deep x 30’ wide - Auditorium Stage - with one entrance at the back corner OR two sets of steps at the front sides of the stage.

If I am competing on Thursday night, do I have to take the full day Thursday workshop?
No, you are not required to take a full day workshop on the same day as your competition performance.  However, you are required to take one full day workshop for each category.

My troupe wants to compete in the Yellow Rose of Texas Belly Dance Competition.  Do all the members of my troupe have to send their workshop registrations in at the same time?
That would be preferable; however, if they are sent individually, be aware that we must receive the Performance Registration for your troupe and ALL workshop registrations from ALL troupe members by July 1, 2013.

For our troupe to perform, how many people need to register for workshops?
All members of your troupe who will be performing must be registered for a full day of workshops per night of competition.

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If I do not wish to compete in the Yellow Rose of Texas Belly Dance Competition, may I still perform at Yaa Halla, Y'all 2013?
Yes!  If you or your troupe do not wish to compete in the Yellow Rose of Texas Belly Dance Competition, performance times are available in Sunday night’s show.  (If you are registered in a dance, drum, or zills workshop, you are invited to perform as a non-competing performer)  Please be aware that we must receive your Performance Registration and all workshop registrations by July 1, 2013.

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