Belly Dance Classes

•  8 one-hour classes
•  Comprehensive introduction to belly dance
•  Fundamental techniques and movements
•  Supportive and encouraging atmosphere

• 8 one-hour sessions focusing on refinement
• Advanced movements and combinations
• Enhancing style and expression
• Choreogrpahy learning

What we will learn:

The program will change for each new course. Some topics will be repeated, while others will be taught only once. Here are a few examples of what we'll study:

1. Technique Refinement: Fine-tuning foundational movements while introducing complex isolations and layering techniques to add depth and intricacy to your dance repertoire.

2. Choreographic Development: Crafting and mastering original choreographies that fuse traditional elements with modern twists, enhancing creativity and storytelling within movements.

3. Sophisticated Combinations: Exploring challenging and intricate combinations to enhance fluidity, control, and expression, pushing the boundaries of your dance vocabulary.

4. Rhythm Mastery: Deepening understanding and command of various rhythms integral to belly dance, incorporating rhythm changes seamlessly into performances.

5. Improvisation Skills: Developing the ability to dance spontaneously and confidently, responding to diverse music styles and rhythms with creativity and authenticity.

6. Performance Techniques: Polishing stage presence, expression, and connection with the audience, enhancing the overall impact and allure of your performances.

Who Should Attend: Intermediate-level female dancers with a foundational understanding of belly dance looking to elevate their skills and artistry in a supportive and challenging environment.

Outcome: Participants enrolling in the course will focus on preparing for both individual solo showcases and, if desired, collaborative group performances. Upon completion, they'll have the option to showcase their talents in various settings such as competitions, social gatherings, and even pursue opportunities for paid performances.

Why Belly Dance? 

Raks Sharki (aka Belly Dance) is a dance style where a woman can change her identity and explore different sides of her emotions: from sadness to happiness, from anger to sensitivity-every feeling will find its place in this feminine dance style. Belly Dance improves your heart health, overall muscle strength, balance and coordination, and reduces depression. Belly dancing keeps you young,  improves memory, and additionally, whilst the physical movement of the dance helps reduce stress, anxiety, dancing with others also helps us feel more connected and social.

Bring comfortable gym wear such as leggings or shorts. Please avoid harem pants and long skirts as it prevents the teacher to see how your legs move. Stretchy top or sports bra for the upper body and bare feet, non-slippery socks or ballet shoes-whatever feels more convenient. Please do not wear coin belts for the group classes (we don’t want the teacher to lose her voice, don’t we?). Having a bottle of water is highly recommended.