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8 week Belly Dancing for Beginners:
Learn the basics of Belly Dancing.  This course focuses on posture, isolations, basic Egyptian technique, and vocabulary of movement.  It is designed to give students a great low impact workout that improves flexibility, coordination, and muscle tone.  Belly Dance is appropriate for all ages and body types; plus, it's fun!  No prior dance experience necessary.
Suggested Attire:  Please wear comfortable clothing appropriate for working out.  Although not required, you may tie a scarf around your hips (fringed shoulder shawl is an inexpensive option).  Bare feet preferred.
Mondays 7:30 - 9:00PM January 6 - February 24 
REGULAR REGISTRATION NOVEMBER 26, 2019 - JANUARY 5, 2020:  $100
​AT THE DOOR REGISTRATION JANUARY 6, 2020:  $115

To register, click below and choose the Breathe Yoga Scenic Schedule and -mindbody- link: ​
Breathe Yoga
​Class Policy:
**THIS CLASS IS AN 8-WEEK SESSION. 
No Refunds, Prorates, Drop Ins, or Makeups. 
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​8 week Beyond Beginning Belly Dance:
This course is a progressed continuation of Belly Dancing for Beginners.  New movement vocabulary, the concept of layering, travelling steps, and common Oriental rhythms are introduced.  At least two sessions of Belly Dancing for Beginners are required to register for this class.
Wednesdays 5:30 - 7:00PM January 8 - February 26 
REGULAR REGISTRATION NOVEMBER 21, 2019 - JANUARY 7, 2020:  $100
AT THE DOOR REGISTRATION JANUARY 8, 2020:  $115

To register, click below and choose the Breathe Yoga Scenic Schedule and -mindbody- link: 
Breathe Yoga
​Class Policy:
**THIS CLASS IS AN 8-WEEK SESSION. 
No Refunds, Prorates, or Drop Ins.  Makeups available with Belly Dancing for Beginners class on Monday evenings 7:30PM.
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8 week Advanced Belly Dance (by invitation only):
This invitation-only class is designed for dancers already possessing fundamental belly dance vocabulary who wish to elevate their practice to the next level.  Layered movement, shimmies, turns, and traveling combinations are featured in this Egyptian-styled Oriental class.  Students will acquire a greater knowledge and understanding of classic Oriental rhythms and music.  Emphasis will be placed on personal development, stagecraft, performance skills and improvisational skills.  Please contact Gina at glwnolan@gmail.com for questions regarding level placement.
Thursdays 7:30 - 9:00PM January 2 - February 27 (no class January 9)
REGULAR REGISTRATION OCTOBER 25, 2019 - JANUARY 1, 2020:  $100

AT THE DOOR REGISTRATION JANUARY 2:  $115
Class Policy:
**THIS CLASS IS AN 8-WEEK SESSION. 
Full payment required to hold your class spot.
No Refunds, Prorates, or Drop Ins.  Makeups available with Beyond Beginning Belly Dance class on Wednesday evenings at 5:30PM, or Belly Dancing for Beginners class on Monday evenings 7:30PM.
To register for Intermediate/Advanced class, simply send class fee via PayPal to:​​
PayPal.Me
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​Breathe Yoga Scenic is located at 3101 E Cervantes St, Pensacola, FL 32503.  It's on the left-hand corner of the strip mall with Arrow Salon and Subway.

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Oriental Dance Mini-Workshops with Gina in Ft. Walton Beach in 2020! 
Gina will be teaching Quarterly Classes at Symmetry Integrative Health in 2020.  Details:
February 15, 2020 / Muwashahat:  Characteristics of Reda-inspired Muwashahat styling include regal and graceful movements.  Gina brings her personal take on Muwashahat with combinations featuring elaborate footwork and turns which embody the innate elegance of this dance style.
April 11, 2020 / Combinations Class:  Oriental Combinations class featuring Gina's unique ballet and jazz-inspired styling.
July 25, 2020 / Saidi:  This lively folkloric dance originates from the Sa'id, in Southern (Upper) Egypt.  Gina will teach a super cute cane choreography featuring characteristic bouncy footwork and horse-styled steps.  
October 17, 2020 / Mejance, Gina-Style:  Make an unforgettable Entrance with this exciting Mejance choreography featuring Gina's elegant styling.  
All classes held at Symmetry Integrative Health
430 NE Racetrack Road
Ft. Walton Beach, FL  32547
$35 at the Door
Doors open at 12:30PM; class starts at 1:00PM


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EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT: The Fifth Annual Spring Raqs Pensacola Workshop & Showcase takes place April 25, 2020 featuring the Fabulous Master Instructor, VIRGINIA!
WORKSHOP CLASS TOPICS:
"Dancer Steps Every Belly Dancer Should Know":  10AM - 12PM
There are a series of fundamental dance steps that are the foundation for all Oriental Dance.  Immerse yourself in this “True Dance Class” where Virginia will teach you the techniques necessary to master these steps in order to perform these movements with grace, strength, and flexibility.  You will also learn the proper names in dance and in Egyptian dance for these moves.  Create a stunning high level of performance by incorporating these steps into your Oriental dance vocabulary today! 
"X Factor":  1PM - 3PM
Want to stand out from the crowd?  In this workshop, Virginia will give you everything you need to make yourself an extraordinary presence on the stage!  A Dancer with that “je ne se quoi”, X Factor!  She will share the fundamentals of “Star Quality” performances by integrating the necessary elements needed to create unforgettable moments!  Virginia will focus on how to ignite emotion and presence through movement and how to perform with passion, focus, and discipline.  She will share the elements necessary to create that “Star Power” and will give you key ingredients to help you incorporate it into your own choreographies and improvisations.  Applied Theory will give your performances more dynamics, emotional expression and pure presence on the stage!  A wealth of knowledge will be shared to give you all the necessary tools you need to captivate the audience with a stunning performance each and every time!
(Lunch Break 12PM - 1PM: Limited snacks available, bring your own lunch, or restaurants nearby)
Spring Raqs Pensacola Showcase 2020: 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Workshop participants invited to perform in the show. First come, first serve sign-up through April 11, 2020. Workshop fees, music, and completed Performer Information Form all due by April 11, 2020, or performance slot will be forfeited. 5-minute time limit for soloists; 7 minutes for troupes. Please email Gina at glwnolan@gmail.com if you are interested in performing.
Vendors welcome! Please email Gina at glwnolan@gmail.com for registration information.
PAYMENT AND FEE INFORMATION:
Send Paypal to:  ​paypal.me/GinaNolan (either click or copy/paste the link into your browser).
OR
Pay by check:  Please make the check out to Gina Nolan and mail to:
6271 Lake Charlene Drive
Pensacola, FL 32506
** Checks accepted through 3/31/2020 only.
EARLY BIRD PRICING (through 3/15/2020): 
Full Package:  $125.  Includes both 2-hour workshop classes and one free Showcase ticket.
A La Carte:  $75 for one 2-hour workshop class.
REGULAR PRICING (3/16/2020 - 4/25/2020):
Full Package: $150.  Includes both 2-hour workshop classes and one free Showcase ticket.
A La Carte: $85 for one 2-hour workshop class.
SHOWCASE TICKETS: $10
*Cash ONLY will be accepted the day of the event!
*NO REFUNDS*

About Virginia:
Having brought audiences to their feet and to tears, Virginia has captivated a worldwide public with breathtaking performances, a dynamic presence, and a soulful interpretation of Oriental Dance. She has crossed all borders leaving her indigenous mark on a diverse audience with performances that ignite the human spirit and illuminate the soul.

Considered to be one of the most influential and sought after performers, a gifted choreographer, and one of the most profound master instructors of this ancient art form, Virginia has been presented in the most prominent theaters and festivals across 5 continents and over 70 countries, including Egypt for 10 years.

Utilizing her innovative musicality and ingenious choreographic prowess, Virginia is known for constantly reinventing the dance. She dares to elevate the dance to all new levels while staying true to its indigenous roots. Her theatrical productions are touted as the perfect embodiment of contemporary relevance steeped in ancient traditions. A testament to this Mahmoud Reda has presented her theatrical work alongside his in the theatre Institut du Monde Arabi in Paris, France.

Respected by legendary artists and students alike as one of the world’s foremost instructors, she is also considered to be one of its most generous. Constantly creating motivating and articulated workshops, Virginia shares a wealth of knowledge each and every time she instructs. She is personally invested in each student’s growth, and devotes one on one attention throughout the teaching process. True to this reputation she has created 7 instructional DVD’s, 4 theatrical productions, and 3 Oriental Dance Music CD’s, all critically acclaimed by the Bellydance and Arts Communities. She has also taught and choreographed for the Masters in Fine Arts Program at Florida State University and has performed for the FSU Dance Sarasota Program.

“Her energy is contagious and her work is inspirational”, Lorena Sedran. Regarded by many dancers as a great inspiration, she has been extremely influential in creating competition winners, and stunning performers worldwide. She has been featured globally in theaters, television productions, magazines, newspapers and films including, MTV, People Magazine, and Good Morning America. She is the founder of C.O.M.E. Dance & Rakstar Productions as well as the director/ choreographer for her award winning professional performing company, Virginia’s Wa Nour Al Ayun.

Admired by many as the premiere protégé of Mr. Yousry Sharif, Virginia is proud and honored to be a part of his lineage.

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