NOTE:  There are still open slots available in tonights classes.  If you would like to join, please bring a check or cash with you.  Thanks and see you soon!

About Stacey's Classes
Students just getting started in dance (or bellydance) may wish to attend the Introduction series.  Each eight week rotation describes the core language, concepts and muscles used specifically to this dance format.  The class has a smaller number of attendee slots available to encourage a personal atmosphere where students can feel comfortable asking questions.  After attending an Introduction session, students may repeat the series or move on to the Beginner class.

Each eight week Beginner and Advanced class series has a different focus or "theme."  Beginner class themes include veil, finger cymbals, choreography or dance combos.  Advanced themes vary and could include focus on a subset of isolations such as figure 8's or upper body work, stamina, layering, choreography, combos, etc.  Each class always includes a warm up, muscle isolation breakdown, practice and cool down.  Student performance opportunities are arranged periodically throughout the year.  New students accepted at the beginning of each series.

CLASS DATES:  January 06 through February 24

Introduction Bellydance Series
Dip your toe in
(in the small studio at Niaspace)
6:00 - 6:50pm

Beginner Bellydance Series
Splash around for a while
Theme this series:  Finger Cymbals
7:00 - 8:00pm
Welcome to 2009!  We are going to ring in the new year, literally - with finger cymbals.  Some cymbals available for loan or purchase during class.  Each class will include bellydance isolation drills, traveling, finger cymbal drills and a progressive dance combination.  By the end of the series, students should understand how select finger cymbal patterns fit with the timing of 4/4 rhythms and be able to practice dancing a simple, repeatable routine.

Advanced Bellydance Series
Dive in the deep end
Theme this series:  Improvisation
8:15 - 9:30pm
During our first Advanced series of the year, we will work on exercises aimed at developing improvisational skills and exploring the concepts of performance dynamics.  Please bring finger cymbals to every class. Advanced registration requires instructor approval for new students.

What to Wear:
Please wear comfortable clothing in which you can stretch and move easily.  Yoga wear or jazz pants and tank top are most appropriate.  (No skirts, please.)  Bare feet, ballet slippers or jazz shoes are acceptable.  Hip scarves are optional.  If you do choose to wear one, please choose one with no beads or coins.  Thanks!

Payment and Attendance Policy:
Students may sign up online or pay at the door via cash or check.  "At the door" registrations are subject to availability.  Please contact Stacey if you plan to attend but are not signing up online to reserve your space!  Classes are non-refundable and non-transferrable.  New students are accepted at the start of each series only.  Advanced students can select the "drop in" option.  There are no refunds, credits or make-ups for missed classes.