Classes

Belly Dance Classes 

Welcome to Dance with Kirsten, classes designed to introduce you to the joyful world of belly dance (also known as Raqs Sharqi or Dans Oryantal - Dance of the East). 

Dress in comfortable clothes, soft dance shoes, socks or bare feet are recommended, and loaner hip scarves will be available for students during the classes. 

MIXED LEVEL BELLY DANCE CLASS at the ELKS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

117 E. Gurley Street, Second Floor - Ballet Studio

SAIDI SUMMER WILL CONTINUE AUG 3, 10, 24 AND 31

6:30 to 8:00 pm

Saidi Summer. Saidi is a style of belly dance that evolved from the man's Tahtib (stick) dance. It is very lively, energetic, bouncy and sassy. Saidi style dancers typically wear a long dress, head scarf and often dance with a stylized cane (Raqs Assaya). You will fall in love with this  happy, fun dance style.

PRICING FOR ELKS CLASSES

Note: Classes run from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. The 8:00 to 8:30 p.m. time slot is available for optional extra practice, questions and stretching.

Pre-pay for August classes $80 for all four classes.

Note, because we are in the middle of learning a choreography, this class isn't suitable for drop-ins. But if you are wanting to come and try a class and don't mind just jumping in - please contact the instructor. 

All drop-ins are $25 dollars 

Pay for classes through cash, check, Zelle or Venmo 

Contact: dancewithkirsten@gmail.com or 928 460 9499 to register

BELLY DANCE BASICS AND BEYOND

NEXT SERIES STARTS SEPTEMBER 22 - REGISTRATION WILL OPEN SOON.

Tuesdays September 22 - November 17, 6:00 to 7:30 pm (8 sessions total) 

OFFERED THROUGH YAVAPAI COLLEGE COMMUNITY EDUCATION

If you have always wanted to learn how to belly dance, but didn't know where to start, this is the class for you. Actually, this class is good for anyone who wants to review, refine and build their technique. The Fall session will focus on the earthy style of the dance's folkloric roots (Baladi), building a grounded base of strong abdominal and hip technique, and learning to feel the music and improvise. It's going to be a lot of fun and all levels including beginners are warmly welcome.

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