Belly Dance Classes
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Belly Dance Foundations, Beginner Level: studio class in Weybridge, Thursdays 7:20pm
Egyptian Belly Dance, Open Level: Weybridge studio/Zoom, Thursdays 7:45pm
Theatrical Fusion Dance, Intermediate/Advanced Level: Farnborough studio/ Zoom, Tuesdays 8:00pm
Improvisation Station, Intensive coaching programme: LIVE via Zoom + bespoke learning, Tuesdays 8:00pm
Advance Your Dance Online, Intensive Dance Development programme: LIVE via Zoom, Sundays 5:00pm
Belly Dance Foundations, Beginner Level, Studio Only
New term: 7 September – 19 October (no class 28th September)
This foundations course is for those new to belly dance, or who have danced for less than 2 years. We will work on mastering basic technique, in preparation of the Open Level class that follows on from 8:00pm in the same studio and where we will be developing and combining the moves learned to create combinations and work on a full dance routine. The classes can only be attended in person at Cleves Dance Studio [see below] and in conjunction with the Open Level class.
The class will start promptly at 7:20pm so please arrive at least 5-10 minutes earlier so you can get settled in and be ready to dance. During our 25 minute long class we will learn the basic technique required for the Open Level class that follows from 7:45-8:45pm.
Time: 7:20pm + 7:45-8:45pm
Level: Beginner
Location: Face to face studio classes take place at Cleves Schools Dance Studio, Oatlands Avenue, Weybridge, KT13 9TS How to find us
Price Studio Class: By signing up to the Foundations Course you automatically enrolled for the Open Level Course too and get a 90 minutes class aimed at teaching you the key elements of bellydance. Students can attend the first class for a one-off payment of £15 [taster session] to see whether this is right for you. Thereafter students will need to sign up to the full term in order to attend as numbers are strictly limited and controlled to ensure the best learning environment.
All payments need to be done no later than 5pm on the day of the class.
To ensure the class remains Covid safe students are reminded not to attend should they display any Covid-Like symptoms or if they have been in close contact with anyone who has Covid in the last 10 days.
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Egyptian Belly Dance, Open Level, Studio or Zoom
Next term: 7 September – 19 October (no class 28th September)
This class is suitable for students who have danced for a minimum of 2 years [Beginner students are asked to join the Bellydance Foundations class prior to attending this class to gain the most as limited time will be spent on basic technique during this class]. We will work on Egyptian technique, combinations and performance styling. All classes can be attended in person at Cleves Dance Studio [see below] or attended via Zoom.
By signing up for this course you are automatically invited to join the online class community whether you attend online or face to face in the studio. Classes are recorded so you can review anything you may have missed and additional recap and technique videos are also provided to ensure best possible learning.
Time: 7:45-8:45pm
Level: Open Level [students are expected to have a minimum of 2 years belly dance experience before joining]
Location: Face to face studio classes take place at Cleves Schools Dance Studio, Oatlands Avenue, Weybridge, KT13 9TS How to find us
Price Studio Class: New students can attend the first class for a one-off payment of £12 [taster session] to see whether this is right for you. Thereafter students will need to sign up to the full term in order to attend as numbers are strictly limited and controlled to ensure the best learning environment.
All payments need to be done no later than 5pm on the day of the class.
To ensure the class remains Covid safe students are reminded not to attend should they display any Covid-Like symptoms or if they have been in close contact with anyone who has Covid in the last 10 days.
Price Online Class: It’s possible to pay the first class as a taster session [£9.00] to see whether this is right for you. Full term price for 6 classes is £50.00.
Please download and familiarise yourself with my guide on How to make the most of your online Zoom lesson It informs you about how to access the class and contains tips on what to prepare beforehand and how to trouble shoot incase of technical issues.
Terms and Conditions: all ‘drop in’ students must book a minimum of 24 hours in advance to attend a class and are subject to our cancellation policy, that at least 12 hour notice must be given so that your booked space can be offered to someone else. Failure to notify late or not at all will result in payment being taken from your class pass. Class passes are consecutive and will therefore not be carried over to the next term. Class fees and class passes are NON refundable once purchased, this is your commitment to attend. If you are unsure whether you can commit, or if it’s your first class, it’s recommended to choose the taster session option for your first class.
Theatrical Fusion Dance, Intermediate/Advanced Level, Studio or Zoom
New term: 12 September
In this course, which contains of 6 intensive lessons, is taught online as well as in the studio. Additional material and drills to practice in-between (studio practise sessions available for those attending in person) will be provided to aid your learning. We will work on Fusion routine incorporating belly dance technique as well as steps and technique from other dance forms . The taught lessons are 60 minutes long, and we work on technique, choreography as well as performance skills. For the practise sessions – additional technique videos will be provided to enrich your learning experience.
Class dates are: 12/9, 26/9, 10/10, 17/10, 7/11 and 21/11
Time: 8:00-9:00pm
Level: Intermediate/Advanced Level
Location: In person at: Mayfield Road, Farnborough, GU14 8LH. More details here.
Price: It’s possible for new students to pay the first class as a drop in/trial class [In-person £12] to see whether this is right for you. Full term price for 6 classes is in person £80.00. Student and Retired discounts available. See online prices listed below.
Online Learning Guide: Please download and familiarise yourself with my guide on How to make the most of your online Zoom lesson It informs you about how to access the class and contains tips on what to prepare beforehand and how to trouble shoot incase of technical issues.
Terms and Conditions: all ‘drop in’ students must book a minimum of 24 hours in advance to attend a class and are subject to our cancellation policy, that at least 12 hour notice must be given so that your booked space can be offered to someone else. Failure to notify late or not at all will result in payment being taken from your class pass. Class passes are consecutive and will therefore not be carried over to the next term. Class fees and class passes are NON refundable once purchased, this is your commitment to attend. If you are unsure whether you can commit, or if it’s your first class, it’s recommended to choose the ‘New student – trial class’ option.
Improvisation Station Intensive, Online, Autumn 2023
Class dates: 5 September, 19 September, 3 October, 14 November, 28 November
Time: 8:00-9:00pm
Level: improver to higher intermediate
Price: £89
About the course: A 5 lesson intensive coaching program aimed at developing technique, confidence and personal style for fabulous improvisation technique. Only limited spaces are available for this programme so please book asap to avoid disappointment.
The 5 live lesson, taught via Zoom, will be supplemented with 1 x 45-minute private lessons and personal feedback to ensure personal dance development. We will focus on technique, performance technique as well as practical tools to help elevate your dancing as well as confidence on stage. Classes as well as private lessons will be recorded and available to view afterwards to help aid learning. Please allow time to work on your technique between live session.
Only limited places available due to the amount of personal feedback and general nature of this course.
