Now in planning stages - the January Sessions.

Wednesday classes will start on January 14th, Monday classes will start on January 19th.

New on the schedule is the Belly Dance Props class

This class is suitable for dancers of all abilities & ages (age 12 - adults). No previous experience with bellydance necessary. The focus will be on veil, tray balancing, skirt dancing & poi. Learn to complement your dance with these accessories or just learn how to do them on their own. If you are an experienced dancer ‘props’ will give you a new avenue to explore. If you have never belly danced before ‘props’ will provide you with a taste of what is in store.

Child/Parent - This class is for Parents with children between 6 & 10. Focus is on travelling movements & those suitable for children. Some veil work. Fee is $70 for both parent & child.

Beginner Basics - Adult class (16 & over) Want to learn new moves you can use on any dance floor? The focus of this class is basic movements, posture and technique. Learn to communicate with your body and string a few movements together into combinations. This class is designed for the beginner who has never taken bellydance before. Come out and have some fun. Class size is limited.

Beyond Beginner- Combos & Choreography. This course is open to anyone with a basic understanding of bellydance moves and terminology. We will focus on learning a choreography to a specific piece of music. Some advanced movements. These choreographies may later be used for group performance opportunities - commitment to performance is not mandatory to attend classes.

Revisit/Rehearse - already enrolled in the choreography class? This time period is used to keep current choreographies fresh in our minds & ready for performance. Some manipulation of existing choreographies possible. **FREE to choreography students **

Fees $65 paid in advance for a 6 week session, $70 if paid on the first night.

Want to take more than one class? Discount is available for one person enrolled in more than one class in the same session. Two classes: $110 for 6 weeks (classes can be Monday & Wednesday) More? - Talk to me.

Private Instruction - Rates depend on material to be studied, number of sessions booked and size of the group. Contact me for more information.

Now in our new location - 49 Talbot North (above Crafty Candles). The next 6 week session begins on Wednesday November 5.

Wednesday Basic Beginners 6:30-7:40 pm Want to learn new moves you can use on any dance floor? The focus of this class is basic movements, posture and technique. Learn to communicate with your body and string a few movements together into combinations. This class is designed for the beginner who has never taken bellydance before. Come out and have some fun. Class size is limited. $65 paid in advance, $70 paid first night of class.

Wednesday Beyond Beginner- Combos & Choreography 7:45-9:00 pm. This course is open to anyone with a basic understanding of bellydance moves and terminology. We will focus on learning a choreography to a specific piece of music. Some advanced movements. These choreographies may later be used for group performance opportunities - commitment to performance is not mandatory to attend classes. $65 paid in advance.’

Looking for classes on Mondays? - Sorry - None available until January 2009.. but… if you are interested in Mondays be sure to let me know so that I can schedule appropriately.

As always feel free to contact me for further information. bellydance(dot)essex(at)gmail(dot)com

**NEW LOCATION**

We are now moved into the new location. 49 Talbot Street North (above Crafty Candles) This applies to both Wednesday AND Monday night classes.

There are still some renovations ongoing but we’ll just have to do our best with the situation. At present this means hardwood floors - so if you have dance shoes or slippers, bring them to class. If not, you will have to decide between dancing in your shoes, socks or foot covering of your choice.

Call or email me for more information.

*MOVING INFO - some time in October the Martial Arts Studio will be moving & we will be moving with them. The NEW location is 49 Talbot Street N. upstairs - above Crafty Candles. There is street parking and the public lot behind the Bargain Shop. It should be easier to find, with a main street entrance. I’m told the new location is simply beautiful.Since the floors & mirrors belong to the Martial Arts Studio - they will be making the move also. Yeah!

The date is a little tricky & will be happening as soon as essential renovations are complete. They expect the move to take place in October - possibly as early as October 4th, but definitely by the end of October. I will keep everyone posted as to the date via email & phone.

Next classes will start on October 6 - in one of the two locations. I will phone/email on day of class to confirm location. Also please note - there will be not be a class schedule for Monday October 13 (Thanksgiving-holiday).

Children’s Class

• NEW Parent/Child class. 6 weeks, Mondays 5:30-6:25pm This class is intended for the under 10 crowd. For children that want to try bellydance & for mom’s that are having difficulty arranging child care. This class will be structured differently than my usual adult classes to keep the interest of little ones. We will be incorporating more bellydance traveling moves, arm moves, the use of props and follow the leader type games. $70 for both parent and child.

Adult Classes

• Monday Beginners (Level 1) 6 weeks 6:30-7:40 Want to learn new moves you can use on any dance floor? The focus of this class is basic movements, posture and technique. Learn to communicate with your body and string a few movements together into combinations. This class is designed for the beginner who has never taken bellydance before. Come out and have some fun. Class size is limited. $65 paid in advance, $70 paid first night of class.

• Monday Beyond Beginner - Technique & Improvisation (Level 2) 6 weeks, 7:45-9:00 pm. This course is geared to perfecting the movements covered in the first session and is open to anyone with a basic understanding of bellydance movement and terminology. Repetition is key to building muscle memory. A great place to really concentrate on polishing your technique and exploring your personal style. Learn advance movements and combinations, improvisation encouraged. $65 paid in advance, $70 paid first night of class.