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Summer Session at the Aalim School of Dance

Summer Session 1 begins the week of June 9. Summer Session 2 classes begin in late July or August (dates vary). Ongoing classes continue throughout both Sessions 1 and 2. Be sure to check the specific class listing for session dates, as dates may vary. Also, check studio designation for which of the Inver Grove Heights or Minneapolis studios is hosting a particular class.

 

To see the current session monthly class & workshop calendar click here.

Click class titles for class descriptions, pricing options and registration information or scroll down this page for general information. Still have questions? Call 612-703-7002 or email info@aalimschool.com.

 

Summer Regular Class Sessions (click titles for descriptions)

Level 1 Belly Dance Foundations (7 weeks)

Summer Session 2

       Wednesdays, July 30-Sept 10  7:30-9:00 p.m. with Mirah, Studio IGH-FA

       Thursdays, July 24-Sept 11 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. with Afrita , Studio Mpls-SR     

       * no class on 8/7

Technique Concentration: Foundations Builder (Adv. Beginner & Intermed.)

Summer Session 2: 6-week session

       Tuesdays, Aug 5-Sept 9 6:00 -7:30 p.m. with Mirah, Studio Mpls-CP

Technique Concentration, Combinations, and Dance Flow (Levels 2 to 4)

Summer Session Ongoing: June 11-Sept 10

      Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. with Mirah, Studio IGH-FA

Advanced Belly Dance Techniques and Styles

Summer Session Ongoing--selected dates to be posted

       Saturdays 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. with Mirah, Studio Mpls-SR 

 

About the Class Levels Please note that class "level" curriculum and expectations are not the same in all belly dance programs. If you have been taking classes with another school or program and are uncertain what level is right for you in ours, please email mirah@aalimschool.com or call 612-703-7002.

 

 

 

Summer Specialty Classes & Workshops (click titles for descriptions)

NEW!!! Mommy (or Daddy) and Me Belly Dance & Music (4 weeks)

Specially designed for kids and the adults in their lives. Be sure to click the title and read the full description for details.

Summer Session 2: August 5-August 26

      Tuesdays 5:00-6:00 p.m. with Mirah, Studio Mpls-CP

 

Developing as a Solo Performer (6 weeks)

Summer Session 2: August 5-Sept 15, performance Date TBA

      Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 p.m. with Mirah, Studio Mpls-CP

 

Specialty Workshops

Try new specialties and styles with excellent local instructors in a 2-hour workshop format! During the regular season, the Aalim School offers monthly workshop classes, each with a different theme and taught by an experienced regional teacher who is recognized for her or his expertise in the style or technique presented. Through June, July, and August, we will offer two monthly--one in Minneapolis, and one in Inver Grove each month! (Note, the monthly workshop series will return to Sundays in fall.)

 

Workshop topics (CLICK HERE for full descriptions):      

      Middle Eastern Drumming (drum workshop) with Dr. Dave

      Thursday June 12,  7:30-9:30 p.m. at Minneapolis - Studio Mpls-SR

      Dancing Dynamic Drum Solos & Working with Live Music with Mirah  

      Thursday July 10,  7:30-9:30 p.m. at Minneapolis - Studio Mpls-SR

      Greek Belly Dance with Tara        

      Thursday July 24,  7:30-9:30 p.m. at Inver Grove Heights - Studio IGH-RS

      Karsilama (9/8) & Turkish Belly Dance with Amina

      Thursday August 7,  7:30-9:30 p.m. at Minneapolis - Studio Mpls-SR

      Rock Your Raks Assaya II: Int/Adv. Cane Dance with Mirah       

      Thursday August 21,  7:30-9:30 p.m. at Inver Grove Heights - Studio IGH-RS

      Sensuous Veil Dance with Amara       

      Postponed from 6/26. New date and location TBD shortly.

 

About the Class Levels Please note that class "level" curriculum and expectations are not the same in all belly dance programs. If you have been taking classes with another school or program and are uncertain what level is right for you in ours, please email mirah@aalimschool.com or call 612-703-7002.

 

Registration Policies and Fees

Registration for these classes is through the Aalim School of Middle Eastern Dance.

 

For a Summer session registration form, click here

Please read the registration form and all policy information, found on the registration form.

 

For regular fall-to-spring classes, previous belly dance students may register for an 8-week session, get a 5-class gypsy card, a 10-class gypsy card, or purchase single classes on a drop-in basis. (A gypsy card is a punch card that lets you attend any regular class at the Aalim School.) First time beginners are asked to register for the full 8-week session, as material is cumulative. Late registrations for first time beginners may be taken up to the third week of class at the school administrator's discretion.

 

Fees for regular 1-1/2 hour classes (not including specialty classes or workshops):

      $100 for a 10-class gypsy card (returning students or new beginners who wish to

              take extra drop-in classes)

      $80   for an 8-week session

      $55   for a 5-class gypsy card (returning students only)

      $12   for a single class (returning students only)

 

 

Locations

Inver Grove Heights

Salem Square at 5300 S. Robert Street, Inver Grove Heights (at 494 and S. Robert) Click for driving directions.

       Studio IGH-FA: Fred Astaire Dance Studio (Suite 550)

       Studio IGH-RS: Rhythm and Shoes Studio (Suite 200)

 

Minneapolis

Center for Performing arts at 3754 Pleasant Ave. S., Minneapolis

Click for driving directions.

       Studio Mpls-CP: Chapel Room, 2nd Floor

       Studio Mpls-SR: Sun Room, 1st Floor

       Studio Mpls-107: Room 107, 1st Floor

 

 

Driving Directions

To Aalim School Inver Grove Heights Locations

Salem Square Center 5300 S. Robert Trail Suite 550, Inver Grove Heights

Fred Astaire Dance Studio (Suite 550) and Rhythm and Shoes Studio (Suite 200)

From eastbound 494 take the South Robert Street exit. At the top of the exit ramp, do not turn, but continue straight ahead (turns into 53rd). Turn left at the first parking lot entrance. The studios are located in the row of storefronts (Salem Square).

 

From westbound 494 take the Highway 110 exit and the South Robert Street exit. Turn right (south) onto S. Robert Street. Take a left at the first light. Turn left at the first parking lot entrance. The studios are located in the row of storefronts (Salem Square). 

 

 

To Aalim School Minneapolis Location

Center for Performing Arts, 3754 Pleasant Ave S., Minneapolis.

From northbound 35-W take the 35th-36th Street exit. Go past 36th street and take a left onto 35th Street (one way). Cross the overpass, go two blocks, and take a left onto Nicollet. From Nicollet, take a right onto 38th Street. Go four blocks to Pleasant. The Center for Performing arts is on the northwest corner of the intersection. Parking is on street.

 

From southbound 35-W take the 35th-36th Street exit. Take a left onto 35th Street (one way). Go two blocks, and take a left onto Nicollet. From Nicollet, take a right onto 38th Street. Go four blocks to Pleasant. The Center for Performing arts is on the northwest corner of the intersection. Parking is on street.

 

From I-94, either direction follow signs for 35-W southbound. Stay right, and follow the southbound 35W directions.

 

 

 

 

Aalim School of Dance, LLC.

P.O. Box 19342

Minneapolis, MN 55419

612-703-7002

or 763-229-7801

info@aalimschool.com

 

 

Urgent School Announcements

"Developing As A Solo Performer" Begin August 5 - Register Now!

NEW "Mommy and Me" adult/child class starts Tuesday August 5.

Tues. Belly Dance Intensive ends in July. August, Tuesday Technique Concentration for Adv. Beginner & Level 2 begins.

Advanced Technique & Style Class dates in July:

Saturday July 12

Saturday July 19

Saturday July 26

New Level 1 Classes Begin in July at Both Locations!

 

 

 

CHECK STUDIO DESIGNATIONS

Summer session class schedules and registration now available for Aalim School classes in:

  • Inver Grove Heights

  • South Minneapolis

Our Minneapolis location is conveniently located in South Minneapolis near I-35W and Lyn-Lake/Kingfield.

Inver Grove is located near 494 and South Robert Street.

Please note: Classes are held in more than one studio at each location: be sure to check studio designations!

Click for driving directions!

 

 Click for Summer Registration Form

 

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