Stephen Elaimy
Stephen Elaimy is the founding member and oud player for House of Tarab (a.k.a. HOT). He has been playing the oud for over 20 years and plays mostly music from the Golden Era of Egyptian music and film and music of the Levant. Stephen is grateful for the opportunity to start learning the oud from a great Egyptian player named Maurice Rauman, and to continue to learn from great oud players and teachers such as Dr. Scott Marcus, Naser Musa, Haig Manoukian, Afif Taian, Necate Celik at the Mendocino Middle Eastern Music and Dance Camp, from Simon Shaheen’s workshops and at his Arabic Music Retreat. He also learned from his father, Wadie Elaimy, a Palestinian who played the oud and was raised in Al-Husun, Jordan, and Nazareth. Stephen has played at many festivals, cultural events, weddings, and parties for belly dance shows, retreats, and competitions and feels fortunate to play with dedicated musicians who love this form of music.
Class Description
Wing Chun Kung Fu
Join us for an engaging and dynamic class with Stephen Elaimy, a respected Wing Chun instructor from Seattle Wing Chun. This session is designed to introduce the fundamental principles and techniques of Wing Chun Kung Fu, an effective and elegant martial art known for its focus on close-range combat, efficiency, and directness.
Stephen will guide you through the essential elements of Wing Chun, including structure, balance, and sensitivity. His teaching approach combines rigorous training with a supportive and encouraging environment, making this class suitable for beginners and those with some martial arts experience.
Discover the art of Wing Chun through practical exercises and interactive drills that will help you develop coordination, reflexes, and confidence. Don’t miss this chance to experience the power and grace of Wing Chun Kung Fu with Stephen Elaimy Emerald Sanctuary.