Workshops

Intro to Belly Dance

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Learn the fundamental movements, techniques, and principles of this beautiful dance form.

Here is what will be presented in this workshop:

·      Cultural context and history: We’ll touch on the cultural context and history of belly dance, including its origins, evolution, and different styles.

·      Posture and alignment: Proper posture and alignment are crucial in belly dance. You'll learn how to engage your core, relax your shoulders, and maintain good posture.

·      Basic movements: You'll learn some basic belly dance movements such as hip drops, hip circles, body isolations, shimmy, snake arms, chest and shoulder isolations, and footwork patterns.

·      Rhythms and timing: We’ll focus on one particular rhythm being Maksum.

·      Choreography: You'll learn a choreography by incorporating the movements and combinations learnt in this workshop.

·      Expression and musicality: Belly dance is not just about the physical movements; it's also about expression, musicality, and connection with the music. You'll learn how to listen to the music and express yourself through movement.

This Intro to Belly Dance Workshop is a great way to get started with this beautiful and expressive dance form. You'll learn the basics, get a feel for the music and movement, and have fun while doing it!

No prior belly dance experience required.