Belly Dance
Learn the timeless art of Egyptian style belly dance. By focusing on breathing & muscle isolation, improve your co-ordination, tone up the whole body and relieve stress. Appropriate for all sizes and shapes.
Belly dance for beginners
Learn basic dance techniques and movement. You will learn and practice sections of choreography, with the occasional use of props such as the veil, cane, or finger cymbals. The beginner's series should be repeated at least a few times to learn the minimal basics of belly dance. Every series offers something new so you will never be bored. Instructor's approval is required for enrollment in the intermediate level class.
Belly dance for intermediate students (Level 1)
For the dance student who wants more of a challenge and better understanding of the art form. The intermediate level class covers drills, layering of basic dance moves, more advanced choreographies, and an understanding of middle-eastern rhythms.
Schedule
| Day | Time | Level | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:15 - 7:15 PM (6-week series, starts Aug. 3) | Beginner | Samar |
| Thursday | 7:45 - 8:45 PM (6-week series, starts Aug. 5) | Level 1 | Samar |
| $85 for the series. See specials and multi-class passes. | |||
Instructor
Samar has been dancing Raks sharki, professionally for over 4 years. Raks is the Arabic word for dance. Raks sharki is North African/Middle Eastern style cabaret dance (belly dance). Summer has studied with many teachers in this dance form but her main instructor is Khalidah Kali of Khalidah's North Afrikan Dance Experience. Summer does Raks Sharki and folk dances of the Middle East & North Africa. Summer's teaching method is incorporates technique, breathing, cultural information and just plain fun. It's a fun and exciting way of learning to belly dance while exercising and relieving stress. This dance form provides a low impact total body workout, is energizing, and is wonderful for women's physical and emotional wellness.