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instructional parties by
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AUDIT A CLASS
ANYONE is welcome to audit a class at no charge. Just email
detroitbellydance@yahoo.com
or come to a class and introduce yourself.

ABOUT THE CLASSES:

In class you'll learn traditional dance technique, hear fabulous pop &
ancient Middle Eastern music... and while your hips are shimmying
you'll start to understand the rich history of Middle Eastern dance.
Most importantly you'll have fun & get fit in a friendly, supportive
atmosphere. Anyone is welcome to audit a class for free...you'll soon
realize why this dance has been enjoyed by thousands of women
over thousands of years...

WHY DETROIT BELLYDANCE?

Belly Dance is low-impact, but tones the whole body. It's exotic, but
not erotic and is the world's oldest form of dance. You don't need
prior dance experience.
Here you'll learn basic Arabic dance
technique, layering, combinations, choreographs and gain skills to
design solo dances to develop your own style.
Lana also provides
performance opportunities for interested students. And many of her
student become professional dancers. Whether you are doing it just
for fun or something more, we take class
seriously, but the class is always tone is light. She breaks down
moves so that everyone can understand them - and takes time
assist each student.


PRIVATE CLASSES FOR
SMALLER GROUPS OR INDIVIDUALS:

If you're interested in individual private lessons, or to host a
Belly
Dance party where friends can learn the dance, email
detroitbellydance@yahoo.com

GOING PRO INSTRUCTION:
This is not a dance class. Private sessions on how to go
professional.
Learn how to work with a band, job negotiations and more.
Advanced students only.
By appointment only.

If Lana's Michigan belly dance class schedule doesn't mesh work
with yours, email Aida.
You may have seen her students perform at the Michigan
Renaissance Festival. Aida is a tremendously talented instructor.
Contact:
aidaofsf@yahoo.com


WHO CAN DO IT?
Anyone!
Belly Dance, known as Raks Sharqi or Middle Eastern
Dance, can be learned at any age.
Students of Detroit Bellydance
have ranged from ages 5 to 92 years old.
What's even more beautiful isyou can be any size or shape.
Curvy women are celebrated in thisdance. I  tell new
students "give me three weeks and your hips will
be moving like you never imagined possible!"

WHAT TO WEAR:
Be comfortable.  Stretch pants, yoga pants, shorts, etc. Wear
something you enjoy, even long skirts! Shirts can be tank
tops,cholis, etc.  For your feet: barefoot, flexible sandals,
dance shoes orballet slippers. Gym shoes aren't the best
because they're heavy and clunky and this, afterall, is a
feminine dance!
Class Schedule
Shows
Call 586. 242.9425 or email
detroitbellydance@yahoo.com
Call each class location listed below for cost and
registration. Approximate price is $64 for six weeks.
COST, LOCATIONS & SCHEDULE:
12:30 p.m. Wednesdays
BIRMINGHAM
Class description:  Egyptian style belly dance technique for
all skill levels.
New students feel very comfortable here.
Experienced dancers also attend to sharpen their foundation & are challenged
to learn improv dance without needing choreography.
Classes are every 9 weeks.
Location: The beautiful Birmingham Community House, 380 S.
Bates, Birmingham.
Classes are ongoing. Register: (248) 644-5832,
www.communityhouse.com
Appropriate for all skill levels
7:50 p.m. Tuesdays
MOUNT CLEMENS

Class description: Turkish & Tribal Bellydance Technique
for all skill levels.
New students feel very comfortable here.
Experienced dancers also attend to sharpen their foundation & learn
new combos. Here is where you learn classic bellydance to traditional
Middle Eastern instrumental music.
Register anytime, classes are ongoing.

Location: The Macomb Family YMCA on Gratiot Avenue.
Register: (586) 468-1411.
Appropriate for all skill levels
WEST BLOOMFIELD

5:30 p.m. Wednesdays - BEGINNER
OR
6:30 p.m. Wednesdays - INTERMEDIATE
WEST BLOOMFIELD
(Learn improvisation, combos, layering, entrances & exits,
choreograph, musical ear training, zils, etc in Tribal, Lebanese
traditional belly dance styles.)

Classes begin every 6 weeks

Location: West Bloomfield Parks & Recreation Family Aquatic
Center, 6200 Farmington Road.
Classes are ongoing.
Register: (248) 451-1901.
Show Schedule:
Performances are several times per week at private events.
Public events are several times per month.
We're sorry, we don't have time to post them all.
Check back or click here to email us for upcoming show info.
PUBLIC SHOWS
There's big events coming this year. Come back
soon for details.
NEW:  Click here for details on Lana's critically-acclaimed
instructional DVD: Michigan bellydance
5 p.m. Tuesdays
Birmingham

Class description: Dance to the beat of drums.
This 6-week class begins in June.
All skill levels.
Experienced or not, Lana will teach you how to dance to a song
of sultry Arabic drumming.. Anyone can do it, and it tones your
body - especially the arms & abs..
LocatiThe beautiful Birmingham Community House, 380 S. Bates,
Birmingham.
Register: (248) 644-5832, www.communityhouse.com
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