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CLASS CARDS ARE AVAILABLE! PLEASE CONTACT EMILY FOR MORE INFO... CLASS CALENDAR:
Tuesday: Beginner - ASHLAND 7:15-8:45pm Ongoing at 842 A Street, AshlandWednesday: Advanced - ASHLAND 7:15-8:45pm Ongoing at 842 A Street, AshlandThursday: Intermediate - ASHLAND 7:15-8:45pm Ongoing at 842 A Street, Ashland
Class Location: Agile Healing Arts (formerly The Balancing Act) 842 "A" Street, Ashland OR For questions or to purchase class cards please contact Emily Class Overview: All classes start with a led warm up including strength training and yogic stretching. As class progresses students will learn movement drills to help with isolation and dance movement, which relate to the dance combination, choreography or movement for the night. Class ends with a gentle cool down focused on breathing and releasing tension. BEGINNER CLASS - Ashland Tuesdays 7:15-8:45pm @ the Balancing Act - ongoing - drop-in $10 class punch cards available: 5 classes - $45, 10 classes for $80 In this class students will learn the foundation movements and isolations that are the building blocks of all styles of bellydance. This class has a 10 week movement cycle but drop ins are welcome at any time. Each week we'll work on something different and the basic content will be repeated every 10 weeks with different variations to keep things fresh. Class will have our basic warm up, and conditioning, and then we'll work on movements and fun combos to integrate the movement. Finger cymbals will be taught but they are optional. Students are encouraged to purchase their own finger cymbals if planning to continue on to the intermediate class but there will be extra cymbals available for use in class. Please note that thought his class is cyclical, drop-ins are welcome at any time. Cycle dates will be updated regularly for those that want to start at the beginning of a cycle. INTERMEDIATE CLASS - Ashland Thursday 7:15-8:45pm @ the Balancing Act - Ongoing - drop-in $10 class punch cards available: 5 classes - $45, 10 classes for $80 The intermediate/all levels class will focus on covering and refining the basics and getting comfortable with improvisation and group dancing. The basic dance steps covered in the beginner series will be elaborated on and each week students will learn more variations within a certain movement group. Classes will consist of a warm up/work out, foundation movement drills, dance breakdown and drills and/or choreography and improvisation practice. When time permits, the last 15-30 minutes of class students will have a chance to call out specific movements they'd like to work on and we'll break them down and incorporate them into the dance practice for that night. We will sometimes practice with finger cymbals or props in this class - advance notice will be given for prop classes. ADVANCED CLASS - Ashland (experience in this format and teacher permission is required) Wednesday 7:15-8:45pm *This is a closed class* - drop-in $10 class punch cards available: 5 classes - $45, 10 classes for $80 At least one year of experience in this format is required to attend. In this ongoing class we take a look at the dynamics and variations of each movement, what can be done with it and how to pair it with other movements, traveling, layering, etc. We'll focus more on improvisation, building choreographies and personal interpretation. Exercises include solo improvisation, short choreography building in small groups, advance zil rhythms and more. When chances to perform arise, the advance class students will have the option of performing choreography or improve piece that we'll practice in class. Class will consist of a warm up/work out, drills, dance breakdown, choreography and improvisation and performance prep exercises. Occasionally we will practice with finger cymbals or props in this class - advance notice will be given. Prices & Policy: Ashland classes: Classes are on a drop in basis and cost $10 per class or blocks of classes can be bought to be used within 3 months - $45 for 5 classes, $80 for 10 classes. Class cards will expire after three months. Private Lessons and Workshops: For beginners to advanced dancers, private lessons can help excel your skill and give you the specific help you need! Private bellydance lessons are available with Emily Alrick in a comfortable private studio. Lessons can include technique, finger cymbals, choreography or improvisational skill and more. Semi-Private lessons are available for up to 3 people. Please inquire for location and available times. Prices: 1 hour Solo Private: $35 1.5 hour Solo Private: $50 2 hour Solo Private: $60 Semi-Private: Regular fee plus $10 per person up to 2 more people Packages: 4 weekly 1 hour lessons: $100 (must be consecutive and pre-paid) 4 weekly 1.5 hour lessons: $140 (must be consecutive and pre-paid) All prices are for our private studio. Please inquire for private classes in your home. Workshops are also available, and can be tailored to fit a variety of needs, including parties or "girl's night". Workshops can also be combined with a performance. If you are interested in private lessons or hosting a workshop, please contact me at Emily@circustribal.com for more information. What to Wear? What to wear? Be prepared to sweat! You will get a workout. Comfortable clothes are a must. Dance or yoga pants and tank tops, sports bras or fitted tops are appropriate. Work out or dance clothes are recommended for mobility and body visibility but are not required. A hip scarf or belt can be useful to accentuate hip movement and showing the belly is totally optional. Some students prefer to dress up which can also be a lot of fun. Bare feet or dance shoes only are allowed in the dance studios. |