Schedule

If you want to join because you love to learn, love to dance or for fitness, our classes are perfect for you. Our inclusive environment is perfect for all bodies, ages and backgrounds. No experience necessary.

For students new to bellydance or students wanting to freshen up their basic technique, the Bellydance Basics class is perfect for you.

Let’s Bellydance lets you build on the foundations, by exploring new technique and concepts.

Ready to develop into a well-rounded dancer? Take the Advanced Artistry class and find out what Raqs Sharqi is all about.

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Classes are held in Dreamlight Studio 230 Anchor Rd, Hamilton

Winter Session: Jan-Mar

Thursdays

6:40-7:40pm Bellydance Basics

7:40-8:40pm Let’s Bellydance

8:40-9:40pm Advanced Artistry

Thursdays: 12 weeks = $205

January 9th - March 27th

* All prices are subject to HST

Spring Session: Apr - June

The next session will be announced in March

*Please email YallaBaladi@gmail.com or fill out the contact form to inquire about classes or about joining the currently running session

Classes are held in Dreamlight Studio 230 Anchor Rd, Hamilton

Class Descriptions

*Please check with your instructor before trying a new level.

Bellydance Basics

Find out what it's all about! This class is perfect for students new to bellydance . We will learn all the basic movements, posture and proper technique; joining them together in fun combinations and dances. The class will help improve your muscle control, coordination and confidence.

Let’s Bellydance

In this class, we will build on the foundation movements of Bellydance Basics, and find new ways to move and feel our bodies. Learn new steps and techniques, while we put together some fun combos that get us moving and shaking.

This level expands on the steps learned in Bellydance Basics, adding new layers and concepts, building your confidence and your love of the art. Options and variations will be given to accommodate different skill levels. This class if for students who have completed at least one session of Bellydance Basics or more.

Advanced Artistry

In this class, we will learn intermediate and advanced technique, as well as expand our knowledge of Raqs Sharqi. Beyond this, students will learn to develop their artistry for the dance, adding feeling and flow to their movements and exploring bellydance as a performance art.

Performance opportunities often arise for students of this class, therefore you must have permission from the teacher to join this class. It is recommended that students wanting to join this class have completed many sessions on Bellydance Basics and Let’s Bellydance, to have a strong technique vocabulary.

Performance Opportunities!

Looking for a fun challenge? There are always performance opportunities on the horizon. Performances are a great way to expand your dance experience and try something new and exciting. These performances are not mandatory but are a fantastic experience for students of any leve!.