For beginner's or students with some experience who wish to return to the dance. This is the perfect class to get a taste of belly dance without a long-term commitment. Dance to pulsating belly dance music, both traditional and modern, with some fun musical surprises!!
To guarantee your place in the class, please send check for $55 to:
Belly Dance Basics with Habiba June 12, 2012 to July 17, 2012 — Glide across the floor with elegance as your frame your body with beautiful hand and arm movements, learn shimmies both soft and powerful, and hypnotic movements of the hips such as figure eights, mayas and undulations. Set to the exciting rhythms of North Africa and the Middle East, students will learn a fun choreography incorporating these techniques. Belly dancing is a great low-impact workout, suitable for beginners and dancers of all ages.
NEW 8 WEEK SESSION OF BELLY DANCE CLASSES BEGIN THURSDAY APRIL 12TH!
Belly Dance Level I: Thursdays 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm - $90.00 for 8 week session CLASS DESCRIPTION: BELLY DANCE LEVEL I This class is designed for the first-time student, or those with some experience who are interested in returning to the dance. Habiba will guide you through technique essential to the dance. Glide across the floor with elegance as you frame your body with beautiful hand and arm movements; learn shimmies both soft and powerful; hypnotic movements of the hips such as figure eights, and undulations. Set to the exiting rhythms of North Africa and the Middle East, students will learn a fun choreography incorporating these techniques. Belly dancing is a great low-impact workout, suitable for and women of all ages. Classes are uplifting and fun! Admission into Level II is at Habiba's discretion. The length of time spent in Level I depends on the individual; however, in most cases, it is recomended you take Level I at least 3 sessions.
MISSED CLASSES: You are allowed to make up two missed classes within a session by attending my Level II class which is held on Thursdays 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Make up classes must be taken before the end of the session, and are best taken the last two classes of the session.
Sorry, no drop in classes. No refunds
Please feel free to email Habiba with any questions you may have: Habiba@popstar.com
CLASS LOCATION: Albany Dance Fitness, 1197 Central Avenue, Albany (in Pellegrino Plaza, half way between Westgate & Colonie Center) www.albanydancefitness.com
"As one of the Belly Dance Divas and a student of Habiba's for 5+ years, I have to urge everyone to take at least one class. Your muscles will burn, sweat will run into your eyes and you'll feel like a freaking goddess the whole time. Habiba's a gem, and everyone should have the chance to experience her class! " Sahar
"I am also one of the the Belly Dance Divas and Habiba is such an amazing teacher! The classes are so much fun and she teaches in a way that makes it so easy to pick up the different moves. I echo Sahar's words and would urge everyone to give it a try!" Jalilah
" Thank you so much. This movement is just what my body needs right now. The pace and attention to detail in your class were perfect. I'm looking forward to Thursday again already." Mary
******************************************************************************************************************* BELLY DANCE LEVEL II: NEW 8-WEEK SESSION STARTS APRIL 12TH
Belly Dance Level II: Thursdays 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - $90.00 FOR 8 WEEK SESSION
CLASS DESCRIPTION: BELLY DANCE LEVEL II
Please note: Contact Habiba if you are interested in registering for this class. Admission is at Habiba's discretion.
This class is for students with previous belly dancing experience who are able to execute most Level I basic technique with ease and with movements which are clearly defined. Habiba will help you refine the basics and also add more challenging technique and choreography to expand your movement vocabulary.
You are allowed to make up two missed classes within a session
Sorry, no drop in classes. No refunds.
You may make up two missed classes within a session by attending my Level I class. Your make ups must be taken before the end of the session and, preferably, the last two classes of the session . *************************************************************************
Workshop with Sabrina Fox of the Bellydance Superstars, 3/24/12