| Studio Schedule Monday Beginning Belly Dance 5:45PM Belly dancing is for women of any size, shape, or ethnic background. There are no age or level restrictions. Many of the movements in belly dancing are natural to a woman's body. Belly dancing will utilize muscles not often used otherwise. This dance is for the purpose of promoting culture & total fitness. It's an art form that everyone can learn and enjoy. Class will focus on posture, break down of basic movements, combinations and basic layering. This class is suitable for different levels from beginning to intermediate. Perfect for pre and post pregnancy. Walk in to class ready to shake off the worries of the day! Physical Benefits: body toning, building lean muscles, improving balance, increased coordination, becoming more flexible, gaining endurance, stamina & energy, improves posture & appearance, better breathing, burns calories, weight control, better circulation and helps to reduce other health problems. Inner Peace Benefits: builds self-esteem, stress relief, healing of self & body, socialization with others, femininity, poise & grace, the joy of dancing and being creative through movement. Wear comfortable clothing and keep accessories to a minimum. * Class drop ins are $15, 4-week session $45 once a week & 4-week combo session is $65. For further information please contact Aura or Seneca @ 661-634-0322 or bahiyya@bakersfieldbellydance.biz Wednesday Intermediate 6:45PM Class will focus on a variety of dance styles/music and layered combinations. This is not your mama's belly dance class. This is a high energy class that requires stamina, flexibility and prior dance experience. For further information please contact Aura or Seneca @ 661-634-0322 or bahiyya@bakersfieldbellydnce.biz Saturday Workshops! Workshop dates will be posted 2-3 weeks prior to workshop if not sooner! Follow us on Twitter for updates & upcoming workshops, specials, performances, events haflas or class cancellations! B_A_Bellydance You asked & we listend We're bringing back our children's classes this January 2012! Pre-registration special $20 Nov.-Dec. "Genies" ages 5-8 "Cleopatra's" ages 9-12 |
| Studio Rules: Please make sure you read this if you are attending or planning on attending class!
Class session fees: Ages 5-8 $30 (4-30 min. class) Kids classes will begin January 2012 Ages 9-12 $35 (4-45 min. class) kids classes will begin January 2012 Ages 13+ $45 (4-1 hr. class) classes are on-going All drop-in $15 |
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| "Hold your hands out gently. Ask others to do the same. See how different each person looks. Each person has their own unique and natural beauty. Use this natural beauty when you dance. Respect your individuality." Artemis Mourat |
| Students can have fun while excel their own pace. Have respect for your teacher: she has an abundance of knowledge and experience to impart to her students but she can only perform this function and knowledge if her students are paying attention and listening. It's normal to be confused when you first start class, ask questions: if you are having difficulty just ask your teacher will be pleased that you are serious about your movements. Basic rules: Try clearing your mind of the day’s stresses and suppress your desire to talk about your personal problems to other classmates until later. If you are in class for social reasons be respectful to your classmates as well, they are anxious to learn and are suppressing their desire to chit chat until after the class has finished for the evening. While in class concentrate your efforts and energies on what you can do, you will find yourself to be much happier, relaxed and energized and of course, you will learn far more and faster. Getting the most out of your Dance classes: Regular instruction is crucial for a dancer whether she is a beginner, intermediate or an advanced student. In dance like in life you never stop learning. Learn to recognize your strengths and weaknesses and continue to ask questions if you are having difficulty with any step or movement. Weekly classes force the repetition that is necessary to add movements to muscle memory. Of course, for these classes to be effective, a student must attend on a regular basis and stick with the classes for a length of time. If the student is proposing to be a professional dancer or have a goal of exercising, whether it is for health benefits or the desire to sculpture one’s own body then the student must attend regularly for any noticeable change to occur. Ask yourself and be aware of why you're taking this class. (See our benefits) Spread yourself out in class, give yourself enough space, your dance space is all around you! Become comfortable with music, separate melody and rhythm. It is important that you pay attention and listen. Then relax and let your imagination flow. Know where your commitment level is and be realistic about where it will lead to. Many dancers become frustrated because they want to be a renowned quality performers but are not prepared to put in the commitment to attend classes and practice. The same holds true for students who take a couple of lessons and feel they are equipped to offer instruction themselves without going through extensive rigorous training. Be honest with yourself and you will get the most out of your dance classes. When the student sets herself a realistic goal her enjoyment of dance increases. We guarantees that if you put in a true commitment to attend class and practice and set a dance goal, your enthusiasm and experience will be well matched and will have the time of her life! It is important that the student are patient with themselves, trying to keep a positive attitude and not worry about what everyone else in class is doing. This will keep it fun! Remember you're doing it for yourself not someone else and you will be much happier within! This way your face will glow with inner happiness.” |
| Classes are designed for ages 5+ and all fitness and dance levels. We offer our regular scheduled classes as well as private and private group classes. Our beginning classes are low-medium impact and have been a perfect form of fitness and fun for our students with physical limitations! If you have a group that would like to take a class on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis please give us a call and set an appointment to schedule a time and day that best suits your groups schedule! |
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