Classes

Beginning Bellydance

Haven’t you always wanted to learn the exotic art of Bellydance? How about in a friendly, fun and unintimidating setting? In our 6 week class you will learn many body isolations, shimmies, undulations, as well as layering and creating combinations. Get exposed to different styles of Middle Eastern music, learn choreography, veil work and get an introduction to finger cymbals. Classes are offered 4 times a year thru the Glendale Community College Extension Program.

Intermediate Bellydance Class

Ready to get inspired and express your beauty & creativity? Once you’ve completed our Beginning Bellydance class, we’re gonna take your dance to the next level! Building on the basics you’ve learned, we now work on more intricate technique and layering, learning choreography, working on group improvisation skills, audience interaction techniques, and developing your own individual style in a totally supportive atmosphere.

Bellydance Showcase

Take your dance to the next level AND share the experience with your friends and family in a beautiful local Middle Eastern restaurant! As an Intermediate Bellydance student you have the opportunity to participate. We perform the gorgeous choreography you learned in class and group improvisational pieces. You can even perform solo dances for tips when you feel ready!

Bellydance Workout Class

For students who have completed Beginning Bellydance. This is a fast-paced class in a cardio format. Using a variety of Middle Eastern music, we will drill technique, learn new moves, create combinations on the fly, and sweat for an hour. You won’t believe what this will do for your skills! No thinking — just dancing!

Zumba ®

No dance experience necessary — it’s that simple! You show up, we have a great time dancing to exciting, energetic music, and burn hundreds of calories. You will make new friends, leave exhilarated and come back again and again! Before you know it, you will have learned the merengue, salsa, cha cha, tango, bachata… some bellydance, bhangra, a little latin hip hop and even Capoiera. Now including original routines, so it never gets boring!

Zumba Gold ®

This class is designed for adults over age 55. The same energetic music and fun, but at a less demanding pace with less impact and jumping. It’s more like a beginning class, better suited to adults with less mobility or recovering from an injury.