Beginner I Brush-Up! ↑ Top

A condensed overview of the movement vocabulary taught in Sahara Dance Beginner I course. Designed as a refresher for students who have taken Sahara Dance Beginner I technique class, this class also introduces Sahara Dance style technique to prospective students who have studied with other teachers. More advanced students are welcome to join the class as well, to revisit and sharpen their skills in foundation movements.

Prerequisite: Some previous study in Belly Dance

Beginner II Brush-Up! ↑ Top

A condensed overview of the movement vocabulary taught in Sahara Dance Beginner II course. This workshop is a continuation of the “Beginner I Brush-Up” taught in the previous hour - students are encouraged to enroll in both courses.

Designed as a refresher for students who have taken Sahara Dance Beginner II technique class, this class also introduces Sahara Dance style technique to prospective students who have completed 3 - 6 months of study with other teachers. More advanced students are welcome to join the class as well, to revisit and sharpen their skills in foundation movements.

Prerequisite: 3-6 months study in Belly Dance

Introduction to Zills ↑ Top

Learn introductory finger cymbal technique, patterns and movement combinations. Highly recommended to prepare students for the Low Intermediate II Sahara Dance technique class, this workshop is a great way to begin developing technical proficiency with finger cymbals. No previous finger cymbal experience necessary. Students should bring their own finger cymbals (Saroyan recommended).

Prerequisite: Completion of Sahara Dance Beginner II technique or some previous belly dance experience.

Low Intermediate Brush-Up! ↑ Top

A condensed overview of the movement vocabulary taught in Sahara Dance Low Intermediate courses. This workshop is a continuation of the “Beginner I Brush-Up” and “Beginner II Brush-Up” courses. Low Intermediate students are encouraged to enroll for all three workshops.

Designed as a refresher for students who have taken Sahara Dance Low Intermediate technique class, this class also introduces Sahara Dance style technique to prospective students who have completed 6 months to 1 year of study with other teachers. More advanced students are welcome to join the class as well, to revisit and sharpen their skills in foundation movements.

Prerequisite: 6-12 months study in belly dance.

Intermediate Brush-Up! ↑ Top

A condensed overview of the movement vocabulary taught in Sahara Dance Intermediate courses.

Designed as a refresher for students who have taken Sahara Dance Intermediate technique class, this class also introduces Sahara Dance style technique to prospective students who have completed 1 year of study with other teachers. More advanced students are welcome to join the class as well, to revisit and sharpen their skills in foundation movements.

Prerequisite: One year of study in belly dance.

Introduction to Raqs al Assaya (Cane) ↑ Top

Experience the playful spirit of folkloric dance while learning assaya combinations and handling techniques. In Raqs Al Assaya, a cheerful dance from the Sa’id (Upper Egypt), the dancer twirls a cane in playful imitation of the men’s regional martial art. Raqs Al Assaya may be presented as folkloric dance, or adapted for cabaret-style Oriental dance.

Students need to bring canes for class. All levels are welcome; however, some previous belly dance experience is recommended.