Learn the basics for fun, fitness or to become a pro!
Intro to Bellydance Class times: Mondays at 7:15pm,; Tuesdays 8:15pm. or Saturday 10am.
Take class once or twice per week. Advance registration is required to secure your spot in the class. No drop-ins. Price: $99 for 6 weeks (1 class per week). $195 for 6 weeks (2 classes per week). $175 for 6 weeks (2 back to back sessions, 1 class per week).
We accept new registrations up to the 3rd week of a session space permitting. There is no discount and students can drop-in to any of the other beginner classes make-up missed classes from the start of the session. These make-up classes must be taken during the session.
Please note a lateness policy is in effect. Students will not be admitted to class after it has begun. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your class time. If you are taking a free trial class arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the class you wish to take. You need to fill out a waiver form before being admitted to your first class.
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Our 6-week beginner intensive program requires No previous dance experience just an open mind and the willingness to have fun and learn a beautiful, new dance form! We've designed a program for complete newcomers to bellydance, which provides a 6 weeks of intensive training for students in the various movements and steps involved in learning to bellydance. Bellydance is made for women of all shapes and sizes and our students range from Plus Sized women to petite and from adolescents to adults.
What are the classes like? Joharah's classes are known to move at an exciting pace, are fun and humourous and promote a non-intimidating environment. Her breakdowns are thorough, questions in class are encouraged and plenty of encouragement is offered to help you along. The decision to learn to bellydance is the greatest gift you can give yourself...get ready to feel great about yourself as you learn to move your body in the most feminine of ways and feel more empowered and alive than you ever have!
How long will it take me to learn? Students who take this course are encouraged to repeat it several times in order to fully master the basic movements and steps and develop the muscle memory and connection to the movements that are the building blocks of a strong foundation. It is not uncommon for a new student to stay with the Beginner intensive program for a period of 3 to 6 months to be fully trained and ready to move to the next level. As you repeat the program you will be increasingly challenged to execute the movements at a higher skill level and with more emotional expression so that you are not just drilling a movement but you are really feeling the movement and music as you dance. We encourage students to not focus on how fast they can advance but on how well they can execute the movments. Building a good foundation is essential to learning how to bellydance and the Beginner level is the most important level of all to master well and thoroughly.
What if I miss a class? No problem. Just check with us about doing a make-up class in one of our other Beginner classes that has room. You can make-up your class before the end of the session. You cannot carry over missed or unused classes to future sessions. Email info@bellyup.ca or check at the front desk which is the best class for your make-up.
What should I wear to class? Wear what is most comfortable to you and what you can move most freely in. Joharah appreciates it when she can see your legs so Yoga pants or tights are great and a form fitting tshirt, cami or sports top is fine. Bring something to tie around your hips as well. We recommend bare feet or proper ballet slippers. We discourage socks! BellyUp carries a large line of Sharifwear which is dancewear that is very suitable and comfortable for bellydancers no matter what level you are at. You will see many of BellyUp's students wearing Sharifwear tops, pants and hip scarves.
Payment Options
Register online - please specify your first and second choice for preferred class times from above.
Or Pre-pay at the studio with debit, credit card, cash or cheque.
Or Phone in payment with a credit card.
Or Email info@bellyup.ca to send you a PayPal invoice. We will charge 3% additional if for PayPal admin fees.
Or Mail cheque payable to BellyUp Inc. for $113 (includes HST) to BellyUp, 2330 Lakeshore Rd. W., Unit 5, Oakville, Ontario L6l 1H3.