Intro to HoopASL: Get ready for an exciting and unique experience where hand coordination meets fun fitness! In this workshop, you’ll discover the basics of hula hooping like you’ve never imagined before. Not only will you learn fundamental hooping tricks, but you’ll also incorporate handshapes and gestures from American Sign Language (ASL) that we use every day!
ASL Level #2: Deep Dive Into the Quiet Side: Ready to take your ASL skills to the next level? In this immersive class, we’ll explore the rich history and culture of the Deaf community while sharpening your understanding of advanced ASL grammar and context.
What we’ll cover:
Deaf History & Culture: Learn about the milestones, achievements, and traditions that shape the Deaf community today.
Comparing Hearing & Deaf Grammar: Understand the nuances of Deaf grammar, including sentence structure, non-manual signals, and how it differs from hearing-based grammar.
ASL Challenge: Put your skills to the test with fun, engaging challenges designed to push your ASL abilities and boost confidence.
Sign Review: A comprehensive review of all the signs you’ve learned so far, reinforcing key vocabulary and refining your skills.
Q&A Session: Have any burning questions? This is your chance to ask anything about Deaf culture, Deaf individuals, or the ASL language itself. We’ll answer all your curiosities!
When: June 12 - 14, multiple times
Where: Woodland Park; 5001 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA
Tickets: The festival is free, but you need a pass to attend all workshops, as some are not free.
Deaf Instructor: Monica Foletta; HulaBella
ID: Blue circle with lighter blue and red swirling in the middle. On edge of circle, Seattle Flow Arts Collective