American Tribal Style with Valizan    

BellyUp is fortunate to host Valizan, ATS instructor and artistic director of Shades of Araby performance ensemble. Valizan is a highly sought after performer and teacher and has been one of the clear leaders in the ATS dance form in Toronto. ATS is a modern bellydance fusion style of dance, which originated in California, created by FatChanceBellyDance of California in 1982. ATS movements, costuming and inspiration are largely influenced by nomadic cultures of the Middle East. ATS blends elements of Egyptian bellydance, Flamenco, Indian and North African dance and meshes them through group improvisation, which is one of its most unique aspects. Students learn the essential ATS movements and positions, which are combined during the dance. Changes in movement are signaled by cues between dancers of the group resulting in an extremely exciting, highly synchronized artistic dance.

Read more about Valizan at his web site.

ATS Spring Classes start March 29th - June 7th.

Monday's @ 6:30pm. Beginner (a minimum of 6 students must register for this class to run.)

Monday's @ 7:30pm. Intermediate Level

Monday's @ 8:30pm. Advanced Level

Cost is $200 plus GST for 10 week program. Cash, cheque, debit, or credit card accepted.

Don't Miss Valizan's ATS Drill House  Sunday, March 7th at 1:30pm. to 3:30pm.  $15 per person.

PLEASE NOTE:

Once you have registered classes are non-refundable. If you miss a class you can speak to Valizan directly about doing a make up in one of the other levels held on Monday nights. Unused/missed classes CANNOT be transferred to future sessions under any circumstances.

Advance Registration is required for the session. No drop-ins are permitted. Students with previous ATS experience should speak with Valizan regarding which level he feels is most suitable for your skill level. Students without previous bellydance experience (not ATS specific) are required to start at ATS beginner level.