Event Questions

1. I have seen other groups doing flash mobs, how does one recognize a Shimmy Mob group?
2. What is different about Shimmy Mob?
3. Who can be part of Shimmy Mob?
4. What do I need to do to be part of Shimmy Mob?
5. How much dance experience do I need?
6. What if I want to dance and can't afford to pay $35?
7. I really want to participate. How can I be part of Shimmy Mob if my city is not listed?

Registration Questions

1. Why is the music not included as part of the kit?
2. Why do I have to pay $35 to register?
3. I don't like to pay online, is there another payment method I can use?
4. Why does the price go up after the deadline?

Donations Questions

1. How much is raised from the $35 registration
2. How is the money for the charities raised?

Team Leader Questions

1. Is it always the same Team Leader for the same city each time?
2. What benefits are there to being a Team Leader?
3. Who can be a Team Leader?
4. What does it involve to be a Team Leader?

Choreography Questions

1. Can I still dance at the scheduled Shimmy Mob performance if I don't have the t-shirt?
2. Can I see the dance first before committing?
3. How can I learn the dance?

T-Shirt Questions

1. What if the t-shirt doesn't fit?
2. Why a Shimmy Mob t-shirt? Why are we not wearing bellydance costumes for this event?
3. When should I expect to receive my Shimmy Mob t-shirt?
4. What do we wear for the performance?

Event Questions

I have seen other groups doing flash mobs, how does one recognize a Shimmy Mob group?

Good Question! Shimmy Mob will be easily identifiable as all the dancers in the group will be wearing the official Shimmy Mob t-shirt that includes the shimmymob.com website. Note that the t-shirt is a different color every year so if you were part of a previous Shimmy Mob performance your previous t-shirt will not work for the next event

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What is different about Shimmy Mob?

There are many differences. One of the things that differentiates Shimmy Mob for other dance mobs is that it works in multiple locations internationally on the same day, same dance routine, same music and t-shirt and for a community benefit. In some locations it is performed as an unexpected flash mob and in some areas as a performance, in all instances Shimmy Mob performances are in a public location for the general public to see. In all cases, in order to be an authentic Shimmy Mob, the dancers would be wearing the official Shimmy Mob t-shirt that has the shimmymob.com logo. Also videos and pictures of dancers at a specific Shimmy Mob event will be listed on this website, if the dancers are not wearing our official t-shirt than is not a Shimmy Mob event. Refer to the 'How it Works' page for more info.

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Who can be part of Shimmy Mob?

Anyone that wants to and is able to learn a dance routine can. You don't have to be a bellydancer nor an expert. The choreo is easily adaptable to less experienced dancers.

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What do I need to do to be part of Shimmy Mob?

Each dancer that participates in the Shimmy Mob performance MUST be registered through www.shimmymob.com and order the Shimmy Mob t-shirt. When you complete your registration, video links to the choreography instruction and breakdown will be emailed to you.. You will need to learn the dance, attend rehearsals as scheduled by your Team Leader and then perform on the Shimmy Mob designated event date.

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How much dance experience do I need?

Each dancer that participates in the Shimmy Mob performance MUST be registered through www.shimmymob.com and order the Shimmy Mob t-shirt. When you complete your registration, video links to the choreography instruction and breakdown will be emailed to you.. You will need to learn the dance, attend rehearsals as scheduled by your Team Leader and then perform on the Shimmy Mob designated event date.

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What if I want to dance and can't afford to pay $35?

If that is the case, we suggest to find a sponsor. There are lots of businesses that would be happy to sponsor for such a minimal amount and great cause. The event is to promote bellydance AND the bellydance events that will raise funds for charity connected to the next Shimmy Mob scheduled performance date. If you have someone fully sponsoring you, let us know and when they do we will add their name or business to the sponsors page

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I really want to participate. How can I be part of Shimmy Mob if my city is not listed?

If your city does not appear registered for the next upcoming event it means it is waiting for someone to take the lead and register as a Team Leader. There are a few options... You can choose to be the team leader in your city after you read the team leader guidelines and requirements, or you can find someone who would be interested in the role, or find the next closest Shimmy Mob you can travel to.

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Registration Questions

Why is the music not included as part of the kit?

As much as we would love to include the music, we are not licenced to sell music nor authorized to distribute it due to copyright laws. It is possible you already have the music in your repertoire. However, we have chosen to do the choreography to unedited music available on iTunes for a minimal 0.99 cents and this goes directly to the music artists.

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Why do I have to pay $35 to register?

There are several costs involved in organizing and running an event at this worldwide scale. The $35 registration covers the cost for the t-shirt, access to choreography instructional videos, operating and admin costs of this worldwide event. After the event is over, any leftover profits have been and will continue to be donated to shelters.

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I don't like to pay online, is there another payment method I can use?

We do prefer you to register online in order to process your order faster; however, if you need another payment method option, give us a call 604-722-9545.

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Why does the price go up after the deadline?

There is a registration deadline. The price increases because after the deadline has passed the suppliers charge more when deadline to event is approaching and shipping costs increase for rush orders. Make sure to register BEFORE the deadline to avoid additional costs.

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Donations Questions

How much is raised from the $35 registration

Most of the $35 covers your t-shirt, administration and operating costs. Like anything else, there are several costs involved in organizing and running an event of this magnitude. As it is impossible to foresee accurate costs in advance we are unable to fix an exact percentage but profits after operating costs are covered are donated to different shelters

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How is the money for the charities raised?

All City Team leaders are encouraged, together with the participating communities and teachers, to help create events such as haflas, shows, lessons, workshops, pledges, bazaars, proceeds from sales, in the month of May. Profits from these events are to be donated DIRECTLY to the charity organization in each area by the registered City Team Leader.

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Team Leader Questions

Is it always the same Team Leader for the same city each time?

Each event is separate. Registrations are open to new and returning Team Leaders. The Team Leader positions are based on first come registration basis.

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What benefits are there to being a Team Leader?

It does involve some effort but the rewards are worth it. One of the many rewards is greater exposure in your local community as well as worldwide and free listing of you or your business on the Shimmy Mob website for at least a year.

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Who can be a Team Leader?

Anyone that shares the vision can! You don't have to be a dancer to be a City Team Leader, just a committed person to make sure the event is a successful one and an enjoyable experience for all involved.

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What does it involve to be a Team Leader?

There are a few tasks involved in being a city Team Leader such as securing location for the performance, communicating with the dance community, and working out the logistics in advance. With the assistance of a good supporting local team and the involvement of your dance community your event is a guaranteed success.

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Choreography Questions

Can I still dance at the scheduled Shimmy Mob performance if I don't have the t-shirt?

No, only registered dancers with the Shimmy Mob t-shirts are permitted to dance. You must make sure to register to order yours. Through this same registration you will also get access to the choreography and instructional videos.

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Can I see the dance first before committing?

We don't want to spoil the surprise and we also want to avoid copycats, therefore we cannot make public the dance before the event. Only registered dancers can see it. Once registered you will receive the clear breakdown links to learning the choreography.

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How can I learn the dance?

Once registered, you will receive the choreography videos via link online. The videos will have the breakdown of the dance so you can learn it on your own. Many team leaders and registered intstructors will be offering free live rehearsal sessions. They can assist you.

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T-Shirt Questions

What if the t-shirt doesn't fit?

We provide a chart with measurements as given to us from the supplier to make sure you order is the correct size. Make sure you refer to the chart on your registration form before selecting the size. There are two styles of shirts to choose from. The t-shirt are made of soft cotton and are a knit stretchy material. Be on the safe side and order a little bigger rather than smaller for the fitted styles. We want you to look good!

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Why a Shimmy Mob t-shirt? Why are we not wearing bellydance costumes for this event?

There are many reasons, here a few: 1. It shows the world you are part of the team and the same event as in the other participating cities. 2. Not all dancers have a costume, costumes are expensive for those who may not own one 3. It is a lot more effective and memorable to the public for all to have the same outfit and remember that you were part of Shimmy Mob

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When should I expect to receive my Shimmy Mob t-shirt?

Because the t-shirts are customized for each event, we order t-shirts right after the registration deadline so that we have a total for the t-shirts needed based on the number of registrants. It then takes a few weeks for the t-shirt to be printed and shipped out. You should expect the tshirt to arrive somewhere between 2 to 8 days before the event.

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What do we wear for the performance?

On the established date, ALL participating dancers in the Shimmy Mob MUST wear the official Shimmy Mob t-shirt. Shimmy Mob will mail your t-shirt to your city Team Leader who will let you know when and where to pick it up. You will also be notified after you register on what the rest of the dress code is. You will not need to buy any additional items.

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