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November Weekly Classes and Workshops!

Updated: Nov 22, 2021

Holiday season is in full swing! In November I like to reflect on the things I'm grateful for. Most of all, I'm grateful for you! Special deals will be popping up throughout the month. So keep your eyes peeled. This month we'll be having gratitude yoga and belly dance classes that will be pay what you can. Details on the pay what you can classes (PWYC) will follow in a separate post. We will also have another Moon Salutes Yoga Workshop and a post Thanksgiving Shimmy Workshop! Class schedule below including both online and in-person classes. Scroll to the bottom for class passes and pricing. Masks are required at the studio for all students and teachers. Shimmies, Sahra


Monday Classes


Belly Dance Drills

7:00PM-8:00PM


Bring your skills to the next level in this drills class. Learn belly dance technique, mechanics, and sequences to build skills. Class starts with a mat conditioning sequence. We'll be working on spins and balancing technique this month! This class is good for all levels. Some belly dance experience is helpful. No refunds unless class is canceled by instructor.


Belly Dance Choreography

8:15PM-9:15PM


In this session, you will learn an original fan veil choreography. This piece is set to the beautiful sweeping song Darigh Nur by Mario Kirlis. Technique used in the choreography will be drilled along with transitions, dance expression, stagecraft, and dancing in formations. Class starts with a cardio warm-up and ends with a yoga cool down. No refunds unless class is canceled by instructor.


Tuesday Online Classes


Level 1 Belly Dance (Zoom Class)

7:00PM-8:00PM


Join in on the fun and belly dance with us! Learn the fundamentals of classic belly dance style while enjoying an engaging movement experience. Each class you will be introduced to basic isolations, steps, combinations, and short routines. Discussion of history and styles of belly dance will be referenced. This class is perfect for beginners or those wishing to refine their technique. Class starts with a cardio warm-up and ends with a yoga cool down. No refunds unless class is canceled by instructor.


Belly Dance Level 2/Datura Style (Zoom Class)

8:15PM-9:15PM


Belly Dance Level 2 builds on material learned in previous classes. Students will learn more complex belly dance technique including Datura Style Belly Dance (https://www.rachelbrice.com/what-is-datura-style). Combinations will be drilled along with transitions, dance expression, and stagecraft. Class starts with a cardio warm-up and ends with a yoga cool down. 1 Year of belly dance classes is recommended. No refunds unless class is canceled by instructor.



Sunday Classes


Belly Dance Fundamentals

12:30PM-1:30PM

6 Week Session - SPECIAL $60 for full 6 weeks!

November 7 - December 12, 2021

Purchase full 6 weeks session:




Belly Dance Fundamentals focuses on belly dance technique, learning new dance vocabulary, an introduction to finger cymbals, combinations, and musicality. Each class starts with a conditioning warm-up and ends with a yoga cool down. This is a mixed levels class. Can’t wait to dance with you!No refunds unless class is canceled by instructor. Drop-ins Welcome!


Workshops


Moon Salutations

Sunday, November 14th

5:30-7:00PM $18 Advance Registration

Studio In-Person Workshop



Moon salutes are meditative and grounding practices. In anticipation of the Beaver Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse, this workshop will focus on being the guiding force in your own life through meditation. In this class you'll be led through a series of poses to both invoke change and create harmony, balance, and introspection. All levels are welcome, however these poses require strength and stamina. Familiarity with yoga is highly recommended. Students should bring their own yoga mats. No refunds unless class is canceled by instructor. Students must register in advance. Masks are required for this workshop.


Shimmytastic Drills and Combos!

Sunday, November 28th

2:00PM-3:30PM $20 Advance Registration/$25 at the door

Studio In-Person Workshop





Ready to shimmy it up!!! In this class you'll be lead through an upbeat engaging warm-up, then lead through a series of drills to hone in on your shimmy. Finally, you'll learn an energetic routine combining a variety of shimmies including 3/4 shimmies and variations, hip shimmies, leg shimmies, shoulder shimmies, and more! Please register in advance to reserve your spot. Some belly dance experience will be helpful for this workshop. All levels welcome! Masks are required. No refunds unless event is cancelled by instructor.


CLASS PASSES


Class passes may be mixed and matched for classes. Students who purchase a session can make up missed classes. Passes must be used in the month of purchase. Make-up classes are not transferable and must be used within the same month. No refunds on class pass purchases. Prices and registration below:


Drop-in $15



4 Class Pass - $55

8 Class Pass - $100

12 Class Pass / 3 classes per week - $135

16 Class Pass/ 4 classes per week - $155

20 Class Pass/ 5 Classes per week - $175









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