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Class Descriptions:
Belly Dancing for Beginners 8 Week Class Session: Have you always wondered how in the world Belly Dancers can move the way they do? This class introduces the fundamentals of this captivating ancient dance art, focusing on posture, basic movements, and enjoying the music, while fostering confidence and self-expression. Appropriate for all fitness levels. No prior dance or Belly Dance experience required.
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). Students may dance barefoot or wear dance shoes such as ballet slippers or jazz dance sneakers.
Belly Dancing for Beginners 8 Week Class Session: Have you always wondered how in the world Belly Dancers can move the way they do? This class introduces the fundamentals of this captivating ancient dance art, focusing on posture, basic movements, and enjoying the music, while fostering confidence and self-expression. Appropriate for all fitness levels. No prior dance or Belly Dance experience required.
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). Students may dance barefoot or wear dance shoes such as ballet slippers or jazz dance sneakers.
Beyond Beginning Belly Dance 8 Week Class Session: This class is for those wishing to dive a little deeper into the world of Raqs Sharqi. We will begin to layer movements together and travel with them, as well as learn more about Middle Eastern rhythms. Prior Beginner class experience required.
Intermediate/Advanced Belly Dance 8 Week Class Session: This class is designed for dancers already possessing fundamental belly dance movement familiarity who wish to elevate their practice to the next level. Layered movement, shimmies, turns, and travelling combinations are featured in this Egyptian-styled Raqs Sharqi class. Students will acquire a greater knowledge and understanding of classic Raqs Sharqi rhythms and music. Emphasis will be placed on personal development, stagecraft, performance skills and improvisational skills.
Special Topic: Basic Veil Technique 8 Week Class Session: Learn how to dance with a veil. We’ll cover fundamentals including how to hold it, manipulate it, and how to recover from mishaps, as well as how to drape it on our bodies and unwrap it in various ways. We’ll learn some history and culture significance, and of course, fun movements and tricks! Silk or Chiffon veils specifically for Belly Dance are recommended. Loaner Veils will be provided. Suitable for all levels.
Class Policy:
No Refunds, Prorates, or Drop Ins.
Class Sessions are non-transferrable.
No Refunds, Prorates, or Drop Ins.
Class Sessions are non-transferrable.
Portable tempered glass mirrors on rollers are coming to the ECY studio. This will enable students to receive visual feedback on form and technique. If you are interested in donating towards this endeavor, please click the Donate Button below. All donations are gratefully accepted!