Dates: 18 April – 16 May, 2024
Following term starts 6th of June
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 7:15pm 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: 7:15pm + 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.
Dates: 18 April – 16 May, 2024
Following term starts 6th of June
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 5 classes is £42.00.
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.
Next term starts: 16th April, 2024
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.
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.
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From 23 April – 18 June, 2024
Time: Tuesday evenings from 7:30 pm
Level: Improver to Advanced
Price: £99
Take your dance to the next level by developing your own unique expression, musical interpretation and stage presence. In our 90 minutes long live classes we will work intensely on techniques related to core technique, music interpretation, personal expression, performance technique and much more.
Each live class will be packed with information and inform the next live class, and should you miss a session then you will have access to the recording to catch up or revisit any elements.
Expect lots of personal feedback and attention, as well as group work, to allow you to learn with and from your fellow course participants.
This course has been designed to inform your dance indefinitely going forwards, and you are encouraged to dedicate the time to practise and revise between sessions to gain the most of this dance transformative experience.
Summer Course starts: 2 June
Time: Sunday afternoons 5pm – 6:30pm.
Level: Improver to Advanced
Price: £75
About the course: Aimed at improver to advanced belly dancers, but also open to dancers of other styles, who would like to develop their technique, core strength, performance skills and dance flow.
These 90 minute classes will all have their own individual theme and focus but also contain a thorough warm up, technique drills, dance combinations, individual feedback and a cool down session, which end with a relaxation exercise.
This course is created to inform and develop your dance way beyond the duration of the live sessions and with access to the class recordings for 12 months, it can help you build a regular dance practice and to build strength, flexibility and technique.