Level 1 Belly Dance Foundations

Class description: These classes are geared toward beginners and those working to master Level 1 technique. No prior dance experience. The class will focus on the building blocks of Middle Eastern dance. We'll break down core movements, work on muscle isolations, address proper posture and conditioning for this dance form, introduce terminology, and learn several dance combinations. Most students will need to take Level 1 at least two times to master the basics and be ready to move on to higher level classes. No prior experience is required.

 

What to wear: Dress comfortably for movement in workout-type clothing. Many people wear yoga pants, a leotard or similar attire with a tank top or t-shirt. Most students and instructors dance barefoot, but if you wish you may wear ballet slippers or other dance shoes. Jeans are typically not

 

Registration: Click on the registration form link below for registration, fees and policies. Please note: we typically only contact registrants before the session begins if there is a change or a problem with the registration. If you require a confirmation, indicate this on your registration form. Otherwise, you may assume that if you send in your registration and do NOT get a call from us, everything is fine and you are registered! If you need to miss a class, you can take any other regular Aalim School class at either location as a make up class.

 

Choose one of these classes:
 

Level 1 - 8-week Spring Session: March 24 through May 12 - Inver Grove Heights location

Wednesdays 7:30-9:00 p.m. (1-1/2 hours) with Amara       Studio: Inver Grove Heights-Fred Astaire (IGH-FA)

 

Level 1 - 8-week Spring Session: March 25 through May 13 - Minneapolis location

Thursdays 7:30-9:00 p.m. (1-1/2 hours) with Afrita       Studio: Minneapolis Center for Performing Arts-Sun Room (Mpls-SR)

Level 1 - 8-week Spring Session: March 27 through May 15 - Minneapolis location

 

Saturdays 10:00-11:30 a.m. (1-1/2 hours) with Mirah       Studio: Minneapolis Center for Performing Arts-Sun Room (Mpls-SR)

 

 

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Fees:

Due to the cumulative nature of the material, first time beginners should register for the full session. Returning level 1 students may purchase a full session or a gypsy card*.