Beginner I Technique (8 weeks)

$120.00 – $195.00

Discover the timeless beauty and joy of this organic dance! No previous experience is necessary, and all body types and fitness levels are welcome. This course is designed for students new to belly dance or seeking a belly dance refresher.
Join us for a fun workout while making new friends and learning beautiful, sensual movements. Students will learn basic technique including lifted stance and posture, shimmies, isolations, undulations and traveling steps. Class will include a brief introduction to the history, music, context and philosophy of belly dance. Come celebrate your femininity!

Perfect for anyone who wants to explore the world of belly dance and learn the basic techniques, movements, and rhythms. Belly dance is a beautiful dance form that helps you connect with your body, improve your posture, and build strength and flexibility.

In this class, you will learn a variety of moves such as hip circles, shimmies, figure eights, hip lifts and how to walk like a belly dancer. Start with a warm-up to get your body ready for the dance and practice alignment, and then move on to the basic techniques. We will break down each movement step-by-step, so you can master them one by one.

Learn how to use your core muscles and control your breath, essential body awareness for belly dance. You will learn to move with grace and fluidity and express yourself through the dance and artistry.
Come join us and discover the joy of belly dance! Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely, and bring a water bottle and a positive attitude. We can’t wait to dance with you!
SKU: Summer24:SDC: Beginner I Technique (8 weeks) (Jun 29 - Aug 23), Saturdays 10:30-11:25 am Categories: , Tag:

Description

  • Limited Availability for In-Person (Hybrid) Classes: In-person (hybrid) class spots are few and capped to allow for social distancing if necessary.
  • Your hybrid class registration secures your physical spot in the studio for all classes within the semester. Hybrid registrants may attend the class live, in person, or virtually, live-streaming.
  • Virtual registrants may attend the class virtually, live-streaming.
  • Miss a class? No problem! Registered students have access to video recordings of each class, so you can dance on your own schedule.
  • Curious about the curriculum? All registered students receive a password to access to the Sahara Dance curriculum for each level, including class choreography sheets.
  • Hybrid classes are held at our Sahara Dance studio in Tenley: 4433 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington DC.
  • PLEASE NOTE: Registration confirmation and Zoom link will be sent approximately one hour prior to class. The Zoom link remains the same each week. Registration will remain open up until 30 minutes prior to the class start time, or as spaces remain available.  The live-streaming access to classes are offered through Zoom and are Eastern Standard Time zone.
  • Classes are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

Additional information

Day

Sat
Teachers

Florencia
Status

Available
Time

10:30-11:25 am
Class Level

Class Type

Registration

Hybrid, Virtual