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| Sundays 6:15pm-7:15pm |
Kostana Raqs 571-332-4865 kostanadancer@yahoo.com |
Saffron Dance Studio 3260 Wilson Boulevard; Arlington, VA |
Beginner 1: Technique & Drills Saffron Dance Studio 3260 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA |
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| Sundays 2:30 PM- 3:30 PM- 4:30 PM |
Yucy 703-509-9682 yucy@bellydanceforlife.com |
Colony South 7401 Surratts Road; Clinton MD 20735 (301)856-4500 (Mapquest) |
Sunday Classes at Colony South Hotel (John Carroll Room) 8 weeks session from (April 13, 2008 to June 8, 2008) No classes on May 11, 2008 (Mother’s Day) Time: 2:30 PM Beginner level classes focus on proper posture, body alignment, basic isolations and movements, including: Hip lifts, drops, twists, and locks, pelvic contractions and releases, basic travelling steps, graceful arms and hands, basic upper and lower shimmies, and much more! Drop in Fee: $15.00 Cost: $104.00 (8 week session) Sunday “Belly Dance For Life Fusion” Class-: Time: 3:30 PM This is an earthy fusion of Belly Dance , Latin Hip Hop blended with the native dances of the Middle East, Africa, and India. Shimmy and vibrate your hips, undulate your torso, flutter your tummy and be expressive with hypnotic and graceful arms! This grounded group dance is a beautiful way to lift your soul and leaves you smiling! If you are looking for an excellent and fun workout that tones your body while developing grace, flexibility, strength and most of all, confidence, this is it! Open to all shapes, sizes, ages and fitness levels. Drop in Fee: $15.00 Cost: $104.00 (8 week session) Sunday “Belly Dance For Life” -Intermediate Level -: Time: 4:30 PM Review of Beginner level, plus: the next level of technique, including various undulations, shimmies, and upper body isolations. There is an increased emphasis on musical styles, rhythms, structure and choreography. You will continue to develop technique with more advanced movements and combinations. Drop in Fee: $15.00 Cost: $104.00 (8 week session) http://bellydanceforlife.com/mdclasses.html |
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| Sundays 7:30pm-8:30pm |
Kostana Raqs 571-332-4865 kostanadancer@yahoo.com |
Saffron Dance Studio 3260 Wilson Boulevard; Arlington, VA |
Students will learn how to incorporate Assaya (cane) and Zills (finger cymbals) intro their dance technique and combinations. Each class will teach and drill zill playing technique through Arabic percussion rhythms and musical patterns. Classes will also introduce Assaya technique and adapt Assaya into dance combinations. Assayas and Zills will be available for purchase at the studio. Completion of LI or above is required. |
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| Sundays 1pm-2pm |
Kostana Raqs 571-332-4865 kostanadancer@yahoo.com |
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JANUARY 13 - MARCH 16: Sidqi teaches Introductory Dumbek Classes at the House of Musical Traditions in Takoma Park, MD (10 week series) - $150 These classes are geared towards beginners and those seeking to improve their technique. Sidqi will teach beginner technique with use of Turkish Romani, Arabic and Balkan rhythms. You must pre-register for the class at lessons@hmtrad.com or call 301-270-9090 to sign up. |
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| Sundays 11 am~12 noon |
Layla Bahari 301 257-4059 laylabahari@yahoo.com |
Cardio bellydance at Fitness 4 You in Damascus MD | ||||||||||||||||
Mondays | ||||||||||||||||||
| Mondays 8 to 9:30pm |
Piper piper@comcast.net |
Meadow Mill Hampden; Baltimore, MD |
Location: Meadow Mill in the Hampden area of central Baltimore. The Level II class begins with Open Dance (something different every week!) together with Level I). Technique and steps begins at 8:30 with a focus on drills for speed, beginning layering, and traveling steps with smooth transitions. $75 for a 5 week session or $18 drop-in. |
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| Mondays 8:30-9:30 |
Naimah naimah@naimahraks.com |
Meadow Mill Hampden; Baltimore, MD |
Modern Tribal Bellydance with Naimah Modern Tribal Style bellydance, also known as Tribal Fusion, is a blend of American Tribal style bellydance and other forms of dance such as Flamenco, Hip Hop, Classsical Indian, African and more. In this class students will learn basic tribal style technique and posture, fluid arm movement, popping, locking, tick tocking, floorwork and serpent-like body movements. This class will also include fun combos and playful choreography. Each class will begin with an intense body conditioning warm up and drills to improve muscle control, flexibility and isolation so be prepared to feel the burn. Attire: Comfortable dance pants. No skirts please. The instructor needs to see how you are moving to make sure it is the correct way. Hip scarves are optional. Ballet slippers, socks or bare feet is ok. No street shoes please. Drop ins are $15/class Sessions are $60/5 classes 1st class is free! The next session will begin on January 7, 2008 Paypal link coming soon or you can pay with cash or check in class. |
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| Mondays 7:00-8:00 |
Naimah naimah@naimahraks.com |
Meadow Mill Hampden; Baltimore, MD |
PiperMethod Level I Technique and Steps taught by Rowena This class focuses on posture, body alignment, and the basics of hipwork. Arm and torso movements are introduced. First class is free. Drop-ins: $15 Session: $60/5 classes |
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| Mondays 630, 8pm |
Belly Dance Delight 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
Studio Nina Amaya Regester Ave; Towson MD 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
630- beginnig class, 8pm, advanced class. Learn a choreography that the troupe performs in the beginning class, or learn n in the advanced class! We always do a bit of improvisational dancing as well. ninadances@gmail.com for more information! | |||||||||||||||
| Mondays 7pm |
Ruta Moragh 443-421-6144 moragh_21030@yahoo.com |
Maryland Kinesiology and Wellness Institute 3505 Pinkney Rd, Baltimore, MD 21215 410-358-9580 info@MDKWI.com |
Class designed for the advanced beginner, or intermediate level student. We go beyond the basics and learn layering, motion, advanced techniques and musicality. New students with experience will be assessed on skill level before being placed in intermediate or advanced classes | |||||||||||||||
| Mondays 8:30 pm |
Ruta Moragh 443-421-6144 moragh_21030@yahoo.com |
Maryland Kinesiology and Wellness Institute 3505 Pinkney Rd, Baltimore, MD 21215 410-358-9580 info@MDKWI.com |
Here is where you learn the basics. Core muscle training, posture, muscular engagement, balance, and the core techniques based off of Egyptian and Turkish movement. | |||||||||||||||
| Mondays 6-7pm |
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Due to popular demand we are offering another beginner belly dance class at sthe Golden Light Wellness Center, 350 Lincoln Street, Oxford PA $10/ class if full 5 week session is paid in full or $15 for walk-in email diane@deebah.com for more info |
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| Mondays 6-7pm |
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Deebah Dance & Fitness www.deebah.com Due to popular demand we are offering another beginner belly dance class at sthe Golden Light Wellness Center, 350 Lincoln Street, Oxford PA $10/ class if full 5 week session is paid in full or $15 for walk-in email diane@deebah.com for more info |
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| Mondays 6:15pm -7:15pm |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
Studio Nina Amaya Regester Ave; Towson MD 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
Belly Dance ClassNovember - December session is $72. There is a Paypal button below, or Send a check to Nina Amaya 1020 Regester Ave. Baltimore MD 21239 |
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Tuesdays | ||||||||||||||||||
| Tuesdays 8-9pm |
Latifa's School of Middle Eastern Dance 410-544-5925 latifa@bintbeled.com |
Kellys Herb House 401 Headquarters Drive, Millersville, MD 410-729-4321 sales@kellysherb.com (Mapquest) |
Advanced Choreography. Next session is April 29-June 3. Each 6-week class session is $75 (that’s one 1-hour class per week). | |||||||||||||||
| Tuesdays 5-6pm |
Latifa's School of Middle Eastern Dance 410-544-5925 latifa@bintbeled.com |
Kellys Herb House 401 Headquarters Drive, Millersville, MD 410-729-4321 sales@kellysherb.com (Mapquest) |
Beginner Choreography. Next session is April 29-June 3. Each 6-week class session is $75 (that’s one 1-hour class per week). | |||||||||||||||
| Tuesdays 7-8pm |
Latifa's School of Middle Eastern Dance 410-544-5925 latifa@bintbeled.com |
Kellys Herb House 401 Headquarters Drive, Millersville, MD 410-729-4321 sales@kellysherb.com (Mapquest) |
Advanced Technique. Next session is April 29-June 3. Each 6-week class session is $75 (that’s one 1-hour class per week). | |||||||||||||||
| Tuesdays 6-7pm |
Latifa's School of Middle Eastern Dance 410-544-5925 latifa@bintbeled.com |
Kellys Herb House 401 Headquarters Drive, Millersville, MD 410-729-4321 sales@kellysherb.com (Mapquest) |
General Technique (Beginner to Intermediate). Next session is April 29-June 3. Each 6-week class session is $75 (that’s one 1-hour class per week). | |||||||||||||||
| Tuesdays 7:30 - 8:30 pm |
MiaNaja al Sephira 443-864-1446 mianaja@yahoo.com |
Slayton House Columbia, MD |
Level III: Advanced Technique | |||||||||||||||
| Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30pm |
MiaNaja al Sephira 443-864-1446 mianaja@yahoo.com |
Slayton House Columbia, MD |
Level II: Advanced Beginning and Intermediate Technique | |||||||||||||||
| Tuesdays 7:00PM to 8:00PM & 8:00PM to 9:00PM |
Despina Bast 410-218-5891 despinabast@yahoo.com |
Severna Park Community Center |
Level I/II & Level II/III Fusion Style Belly Dance Class. Please visit www.gypsyfusion.com for more information. | |||||||||||||||
| Tuesdays |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
SwingTime Ballroom 2315 Belair Rd, Suite A-3; Fallston MD 20147 (410)877-2633 (Mapquest) |
Amartia is not currently teaching weekly classes, please email her for more information on private instruction. | |||||||||||||||
| Tuesdays 6:00 pm |
Shems 202-320-8749 shemsdance@gmail.com |
MAC Wellness Center, Downtown 655 President Street | Baltimore, MD 21202 PH 410.625.5000 |
Belly Dance Basics Sessions ongoing. Please see www.shemsdance.com for latest start date. This class will introduce basic belly dance vocabulary, isolations and musical phrases. There will be some cultural background given and a simple choreography will by taught. Special attention will be paid to proper body alignment, and clean execution of movements. No pre-requisite, Open to all levels. Each 6 week session is $75 ($60 for MAC members). Drop in rate is $20 ($15 for MAC members) |
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| Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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New Sessions for 2012: January 10 $30 for 6 weeks Course #14413 March 6 $30 for 6 weeks Course #14414 SharQui - The Belly Dance Workout Frederick County Maryland Parks and Recreation Location: Valley Elementary - Jefferson, Maryland Register Online: www.recreator.com |
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| Tuesdays 6pm |
Mariza 443-839-0044 mariza@marizadance.com |
MAC Wellness Center, Downtown 655 President Street | Baltimore, MD 21202 PH 410.625.5000 |
BELLYDANCE BASICS Students will be introduced to foundational bellydance movement, isolations, proper posture, movement articulation and body lines. Focus will be on clean, efficient technique and safe alignment. This class is for students who have no bellydance experience and it is recommended that students repeat this class until they have a mastery of basic bellydance movements and isolations. This class is also appropriate for more advanced students who would like to polish their technique. Prerequisite: None, drop-ins welcome. |
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| Tuesdays 8:30 - 9:30pm |
MiaNaja al Sephira 443-864-1446 mianaja@yahoo.com |
Slayton House Columbia, MD |
Club Bellydance! New to Studio MiaNaja! A rocking, innovative class for all ages and levels which fuses belly dance with Hip Hip, Latin and more! | |||||||||||||||
Wednesdays | ||||||||||||||||||
| Wednesdays 6:30pm-7:30pm |
Kostana Raqs 571-332-4865 kostanadancer@yahoo.com |
Saffron Dance Studio 3260 Wilson Boulevard; Arlington, VA |
Beginner 1: Technique & Drills Saffron Dance Studio 3260 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA |
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| Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 |
Zobeide 703-389-0956 Zobeide@comcast.net |
Beginning I at Kinetics Dance in Ellicott City. | ||||||||||||||||
| Wednesdays 8:00-9:00 |
Naimah naimah@naimahraks.com |
Studio MiaNaja Columbia, MD mianaja@yahoo.com |
Want to add the little extra sass and pizzaz to your choreography? In this class students will learn basic tribal style technique and posture, fluid arm movement, popping, locking, tick tocking, and serpent-like body movements. This class will also include sassy choreography with or without props. Each class will begin with an intense body conditioning warm up and drills to improve muscle control and memory and isolation skills. Be prepared to sweat at home as well. This is an intermediate/advanced class. Some bellydance experience is required. Drop Ins: $15/class Class card: $60/5 classes |
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| Wednesdays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
Damiena damiena@damiena.com |
Merritt Athletic Club 8757 Mylander Lane, Towson, MD 21286 410- 821-0160 |
Damiena teaches a fitness based belly dance class at the Towson location. The class is open only to gym members at the present time. | |||||||||||||||
| Wednesdays 7 - 8pm |
Rebecca Lucy 443-812-6057 firehorsehealing@gmail.com |
Blue Heron Wellness Center 10723-B Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20901 301-754-3730 info@blueheronwellness.com |
BELLY GONG FREE NIGHT! Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:00pm June 17, 2009 Bellydance Intro to Level I: Wednesdays 7:00pm - 8:00pm June 24, 2009 - July 29, 2009 Registration $95 Have fun and gain confidence! Connect with your inner dancer and experience belly dance from the core. We will approach this ancient dance through chi gong breath and body awareness warm-ups, then build dance skills with isolations, conditioning and steps. Learn the basic movements of belly dancing and experience the harmony of breath and mind. Class is suitable for Beginning thru Level 1 dancers. No prior experience required. |
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Thursdays | ||||||||||||||||||
| Thursdays 8:15pm |
Shems 202-320-8749 shemsdance@gmail.com |
MAC Wellness Center, Downtown 655 President Street | Baltimore, MD 21202 PH 410.625.5000 |
Technique & Musicality - for advanced dancers New sessions and subjects starting regularly. See www.shemsdance.com for latest start date and focus topic. Steps & movements are taught built into musical phrases. Focusing on building both dance vocabulary and musical connection, this class will also delve into transitions between movements, rhythms & cultural context. Previous belly dance experience required. 2009 we will be focusing on famous dancers, Samia Gamal, Souhair Zaki, Fifi Abdo, Mona Said, Randa Kamel, Dina, etc... Prerequisite - serious dance training, teacher approval recommended. Each 6 week session is $75 ($60 for MAC members). Drop in rate is $20 ($15 for MAC members) www.shemsdance.com | 202-320-8749 | shemsdance@gmail.com |
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| Thursdays 6:00pm |
Shems 202-320-8749 shemsdance@gmail.com |
MAC Wellness Center, Downtown 655 President Street | Baltimore, MD 21202 PH 410.625.5000 |
Belly Dance Basics Sessions ongoing. Please see www.shemsdance.com for latest start date. This class will introduce basic belly dance vocabulary, isolations and musical phrases. There will be some cultural background given and a simple choreography will by taught. Special attention will be paid to proper body alignment, and clean execution of movements. No pre-requisite, Open to all levels. Each 6 week session is $75 ($60 for MAC members). Drop in rate is $20 ($15 for MAC members) www.shemsdance.com | 202-320-8749 | shemsdance@gmail.com |
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| Thursdays 6-7pm |
Latifa's School of Middle Eastern Dance 410-544-5925 latifa@bintbeled.com |
Kellys Herb House 401 Headquarters Drive, Millersville, MD 410-729-4321 sales@kellysherb.com (Mapquest) |
Advanced Beginner Choreography. Next session is May 1-June 5. Each 6-week class session is $75 (that’s one 1-hour class per week). | |||||||||||||||
| Thursdays 7-8pm |
Latifa's School of Middle Eastern Dance 410-544-5925 latifa@bintbeled.com |
Kellys Herb House 401 Headquarters Drive, Millersville, MD 410-729-4321 sales@kellysherb.com (Mapquest) |
Advanced Beginner / Intermediate Technique. Next session is May 1-June 5. Each 6-week class session is $75 (that’s one 1-hour class per week). | |||||||||||||||
| Thursdays 8-9pm |
Latifa's School of Middle Eastern Dance 410-544-5925 latifa@bintbeled.com |
Kellys Herb House 401 Headquarters Drive, Millersville, MD 410-729-4321 sales@kellysherb.com (Mapquest) |
Intermediate Choreography. Next session is May 1-June 5. Each 6-week class session is $75 (that’s one 1-hour class per week). | |||||||||||||||
| Thursdays 9-10pm |
Latifa's School of Middle Eastern Dance 410-544-5925 latifa@bintbeled.com |
Kellys Herb House 401 Headquarters Drive, Millersville, MD 410-729-4321 sales@kellysherb.com (Mapquest) |
Beginner. Next session is May 1-June 5. Each 6-week class session is $75 (that’s one 1-hour class per week). | |||||||||||||||
| Thursdays 7:15PM |
Mariza 443-839-0044 mariza@marizadance.com |
MAC Wellness Center, Downtown 655 President Street | Baltimore, MD 21202 PH 410.625.5000 |
BELLYDANCE ESSENTIALS Students will continue to refine their technique with drills designed to promote strength and muscular awareness. Each class session will have a specialty focus such as props (finger cymbals, veil, etc) or other Middle Eastern dance concepts. Simple traveling steps and dance combinations will be included to introduce students to musical phrasing and choreography. This class is meant to be taken continuously for a year and revisited as often as topics interest you. Prerequisite: Bellydance Basics, drop-ins with approval only. |
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| Thursdays 8:15PM |
Mariza 443-839-0044 mariza@marizadance.com |
MAC Wellness Center, Downtown 655 President Street | Baltimore, MD 21202 PH 410.625.5000 |
AUDITION ONLY ENSEMBLE CLASS Students will build on their technique, focusing on isolations, advanced layering, traveling, footwork and transitions. Class focus is on group choreography, performance skills and development of choreographic and improvisational abilities. There will be regular performance opportunities and minor additional fees associated with costuming. Prequisite: Audition required (click here for more info on Ensemble Auditions), no drop-ins. |
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| Thursdays 7:15pm |
Shems 202-320-8749 shemsdance@gmail.com |
MAC Wellness Center, Downtown 655 President Street | Baltimore, MD 21202 PH 410.625.5000 |
Belly Dance Essentials New session ongoing. Please see www.shemsdance.com for latest start date. We will be using finger cymbals in this class. This class will build belly dance vocabulary, introduce more difficult techniques and explore musicality more deeply. Various special focus topics will be covered, including sword, veil, drum solos and other specialties. This class is meant to be taken continuously for about a year. Prerequisite - belly dance basics or previous belly dance experience. Each 6 week session is $75 ($60 for MAC members). Drop in rate is $20 ($15 for MAC members) www.shemsdance.com | 202-320-8749 | shemsdance@gmail.com |
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| Thursdays 6:30 pm~ 7:30 pm |
Layla Bahari 301 257-4059 laylabahari@yahoo.com |
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Home studio in Clarksburg MD. Please contact Layla for directions. | |||||||||||||||
| Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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New Sessions for 2012: January 12, 2012 $30 for 6 weeks Course #14411 March 8 $30 for 6 weeks Course #14412 Cardio Sculpting Party - Join the fun! 30 minutes of upbeat cardio dance followed by resistance training. Bring a mat and 3 to 5 pound dumbells. Frederick County Maryland Parks and Recreation Location: Valley Elementary - Jefferson, Maryland Register online: www.recreator.com |
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Fridays | ||||||||||||||||||
| Fridays 6:30pm-7:30pm |
Bastet bastet@raqsbastet.com |
Avalon Yoga Studio 15 Mellor Avenue, Catonsville, MD 21228 410-869-9771 info@avalonyogastudio.com |
COMBINED CLASS LEVELS 1 and 2: Tribal Belly Dance Level 1 blends the basic techniques of Belly Dance with the unique lead and follow moves that make Tribal what it is: a group exploration of dance! Level 2 and above class will focus on group and individual improvisation using the moves learned in Level 1. We will further explore ways of transitioning between moves and formations, while building on intermediate and advanced techniques. | |||||||||||||||
| Fridays 6:30 pm~ 7:30 pm |
Layla Bahari 301 257-4059 laylabahari@yahoo.com |
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Home studio in Clarksburg MD. Please contact Layla for directions. | |||||||||||||||
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| Saturdays 5-7 p.m. |
Egyptian Sun egyptiansunbd@gmail.com |
Johns Hopkins University 3400 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD |
Beginner Classes Beginner Belly Dance Classes with Egyptian Sun! Dates: Sundays, September 11 through December 4, 2011 (13 weeks) Time: 4-6pm Location: Johns Hopkins University Homewood Campus, Mattin Center Dance Studio, corner of 33rd and N. Charles Sts. in Charles Village Come learn the art of belly dance, Egyptian Sun style! Ouranitsa teaches the beginner class for Egyptian Sun troupe, Baltimore's most diverse group of fun-loving belly dancers. Ouranitsa's approach to belly dance is grounded in clean technique infused with the joy of musical interpretation. This semester we will focus on beginner belly dance technique while informing ourselves about the culture from which this dance comes and about some specific rhythms this dance utilizes. You do NOT have to be a JHU student nor a JHU affiliate to take class. We are a unique assortment of dancers ages 12-60+ of all shapes, sizes, colors, and walks of life. Thanks to our complicated relationship with JHU, class prices are as follows:
JHU students, please inquire with Ouranitsa as to the class rates: ouranitsa8@aol.com. For inquiries related to intermediate and advanced level classes, please email Dori at dori.witt@gmail.com. Location: 33rd and Charles St. Mattin Arts Center Offitt Building Dance Room (directions) Wear comfortable clothes that you are able to move in. Bring a snack and water. |
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Festivals | ||||||||||||||||||
March | ||||||||||||||||||
| 3/23/11 926pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
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Join Amartia at art of the belly in ocean city maryland. She will be performing Friday evening but the festival is all weekend long! www.artofthebelly.com |
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| 3/24/12 1:50pm |
Yasaman Vrd'dhi 443-821-5522 darkseaslight@yahoo.com |
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“CAROUSEL” Ocean City, MD 21842 11700 Coastal Highway www.carouselhotel.com Art Of The Belly |
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January | ||||||||||||||||||
| 1/14/11 7pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
Sizzling Bombay 2108 Emmorton Road, Suite 3; Bel Air, MD 21015 410-569-0148 (Mapquest) |
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| 1/14/11 10pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
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| 1/15/11 5-7pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
New Deal Cafe 113 Centerway, Roosevelt Center, Greenbelt, MD 20770 (301) 474-5642 reservations@newdealcafe.com |
Middle Eastern Music Extravaganza at the New Deal Cafe, Greenbelt MD every 3rd Sunday of the month. Join us for an afternoon of live Middle Eastern music, dance, and tasty treats at the New Deal Cafe in Greenbelt, Maryland. Laying down the tunes will be Kylie Hilali, Ken Wright and Sidqi, playing extraordinarily exotic instruments such as qanun, oud and darbuka. Dancers - bring your shimmy! Every month will feature different dancers performing to all live music - contact us if you are interested in performing.Headlining this month is AMARTIA! Suggested donation $10. Your contributions to the tip jar will help our local, dancer-friendly musicians feel appreciated! Also, please order something delicous from the cafe and tip your waitstaff generously to ensure our ongoing welcome at this new venue. The New Deal Cafe offers luscious Lebanese food and desserts, captivating live entertainment, and an intimate community atmosphere. Exhibitions by local artists, and a decent cup of coffee. New Deal Cafe 113 Centerway Roosevelt Center Greenbelt, MD 20770 (301) 474-5642 |
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| 1/21/11 7pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
Sizzling Bombay 2108 Emmorton Road, Suite 3; Bel Air, MD 21015 410-569-0148 (Mapquest) |
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| 1/26/11 8pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
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Join Amartia at Silk Road, on reiserstown road in pikesville maryland. this place is a hidden gem! Great food, great prices! | |||||||||||||||
| 1/28/11 7pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
Sizzling Bombay 2108 Emmorton Road, Suite 3; Bel Air, MD 21015 410-569-0148 (Mapquest) |
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February | ||||||||||||||||||
| 2/12/10 7:30 |
Ruta Moragh 443-421-6144 moragh_21030@yahoo.com |
Bombay Nights 410-248-3131 |
Fine Indian food in a lush, exotic location. Conveniently located in White Marsh | |||||||||||||||
| 2/27/10 7:30 |
Ruta Moragh 443-421-6144 moragh_21030@yahoo.com |
Sizzling Bombay 2108 Emmorton Road, Suite 3; Bel Air, MD 21015 410-569-0148 (Mapquest) |
Beautiful venue in Bel Air, excellent Indian food, conveniently located | |||||||||||||||
| 2/09/12 8pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
Joint Amartia at Silk road bistro! | ||||||||||||||||
| 2/12/12 3pm |
Tydirah tydirah@comcast.net |
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~**NEW PLACE!!**~ ~**NEW TIME!!**~ ~**NEW PRICE!!**~ Come and enjoy a family friendly afternoon of celebrating bellydance!! An AMAZING performance from KHUZAMA w/ A TRIBE CALLED MASMOUDI!!! Joining them...Rya Amal, Safiyeh, Yoga Christy, and Rosa!! 7 West Bistro http://www.7westbistro.com/ 410.337.9378 ...February 12th @ 3pm sharp! This family-friendly event will have various forms and levels of bellydance, a live band, a raffle, and a swap meet. Please bring your hipscarf and zills to join in with band for open dancing! $10 cover (cash only at the dr. Cards permitted at table). Mediterranean & American menu w/ cash bar available. Free parking on Wells Fargo's lot (25 W. Chesapeake Ave) and along streets. ($3 valet parking too!) To reserve tickets, call venue 410-337-9378. Seats may be available at the door. Reservations will only be held for 15 mins! http://www.7westbistro.com/index.html |
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| 2/17/12 730pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
Bombay Nights 410-248-3131 |
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March | ||||||||||||||||||
| 3/04/11 7-9pm |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
March 4, Ashira's Bday Hafla, Circles Lounge, Milford, DE, 7-9pm | ||||||||||||||||
| 3/06/11 4:00 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
Shimmer Me Shimmies! Rockville, MD with Tears of Aset | ||||||||||||||||
| 3/16/11 7-9pm |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
March 16, 2011, New Deal Cafe, Greenbelt MD, 7-9pm http://www.newdealcafe.com/ Live music and many belly dancers- this will be a very fun night! |
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| 3/19/11 2:40pm |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
March 18-20 2011, Art of the Belly convention, Ocean City, MD Nina is a guest artist performing to the live band, Ishtar. Her troupe, Aubergine, will dance later that evening. http://www.artofthebelly.com/ |
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| 3/19/11 6:20 pm |
Hazine of Nuray Rakkettes - a Jersey Shore Belly Dance Troupe KathyASkaggs@gmail.com |
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ART OF THE BELLY FESTIVAL - OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND The CAROUSEL Hotel, 11700 Coastal Highway Performing with Nuray Rakkettes at 6:20 pm. We will be doing a Flamenco fusion piece as our highlight number. |
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| 3/20/11 2:48 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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Art of the Belly, Ocean City, Mayrland | |||||||||||||||
| 3/27/11 6pm |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
March 27, 2011 6:00 pm George Mason University, Fairfax VA See Nina Amaya perform with Hanna Spiro and Khaled as a part of this beautiful event! The ‘Peace in the Middle East’ concert series aims to promote peace and tolerance between Arabs and Israelis. Musicians and Dancers of Middle Eastern heritage are taking part in this solidarity movement as a show of strength of the peaceful movement growing amongst youth today. Musicians can promote peace through cultural interaction on the ground creating a social solution. Music is the perfect medium to heal and unite. Communication is a key part of any successful relationship, and we are aiming to strengthen that communication. Peace in the Middle East Concert Series hosted at George Mason University. Sponsored by The United Turkish Student’s Association. Proceeds donated to ‘Children of Peace’… $10/ Public $5/ GMU: Students / Faculty / Employees Children 4 years old and under, Free Music featuring Khaled, Sahffi, Mosno, Hannah Spiro, Insijam, and Maharal. Turkish Dance by Kardelen. Belly-Dancing by Amira, Baba Ganoush, Caleena, Ishta, Katrina, Nina Amaya, Rio, Samira, Shaell, Shiraz. Belly dancing and live Middle Eastern music in Fairfax, Virginia |
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| 3/23/12 930pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
Join Amartia at art of the belly in ocean city maryland. She will be performing on Friday night of the event but it goes all weekend long! www.artofthebelly.com |
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| 3/30/12 730pm |
Amartia amartiabellydancer@yahoo.com |
Bombay Nights 410-248-3131 |
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April | ||||||||||||||||||
| 4/18/10 All Star Show |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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All Star Show in Philadelphia with Live Music by Zar Dust. Tickets may be purchased from Najia at the following - http://s95204971.onlinehome.us/najia/masterworkshop.htm | |||||||||||||||
| 4/24/10 7:30 pm |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
Ebensburg, PA - Aszmara Workshop Hafla with guest artists, Tears of Aset. Contact Ileena at Ileena10022@hotmail.com or 814-312-7116 for details. | ||||||||||||||||
| 4/28/10 7pm |
Zarifa 301 873 3258 zarifa@zarifadances.com |
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Wednesday Nights are Bellydance Night at The Taj India of Hagerstown MD Zarifa performs every 4th Wednesday! 28 S. Potomac Street Hagerstown, MD 21740 (301) 714-0040 http://www.tajindiamd.com/ |
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| 4/03/11 1-5pm |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
April 3rd, 2011, Cancer Dancer benefit, Towson University, MD Nina will be teaching and performing http://www.ecan.org/site/PageServer?pagename=EventsDFTC |
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| 4/16/11 4:00 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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New Holland, PA | |||||||||||||||
| 4/21/11 7-9pm |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
April 21 2011, Friends School of Baltimore Middle Eastern Dance Club Hafla, Baltimore, 7-9pm - Nina leads her students and many guest artists in a cross cultural show- only $5, to support the Club. | ||||||||||||||||
| 4/30/11 7:00 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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Ebensburg, PA | |||||||||||||||
| 4/28/12 7:00pm |
Egyptian Sun egyptiansunbd@gmail.com |
Johns Hopkins University 3400 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD |
The annual Egyptian Sun show takes place at Shriver Hall at The Johns Hopkins University, 3400 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218. Doors open at 6:30. | |||||||||||||||
| 4/28/12 7:00 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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May | ||||||||||||||||||
| 5/08/10 7:00 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
Mia Naja Moments of Magic with Tears of Aset | ||||||||||||||||
| 5/04/11 7-9pm |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
New Deal Cafe 113 Centerway, Roosevelt Center, Greenbelt, MD 20770 (301) 474-5642 reservations@newdealcafe.com |
Multi dancer show! | |||||||||||||||
| 5/15/11 |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
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Maryland Faerie Festival! Nina will be performing with her troupe, Aubergine. | |||||||||||||||
| 5/22/11 10-5 |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
May 21-22, 2011 Arts in the Park festival, Towson, MD Troupe Aubergine, directed by Nina Amaya, will be performing at this great Arts festival. |
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June | ||||||||||||||||||
| 6/03/11 |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
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Darbukastan Independence Days, Va Nina will be teaching and performing |
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| 6/04/11 |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
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Darbukastan Independence Days | |||||||||||||||
| 6/04/11 1:20 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
3rd Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Festival and Dance (Belly Dancers & Bikers), Highspire Memorial Park, Highspire, PA Enjoy dance performances and support a good cause! Proceeds benefit Penn State Hershey Cancer Center. Dancing begins at 12:30. Bike ride before festival. Contact: Sahdaorientaldancer@comcast.net for details |
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| 6/24/11 |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
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New York Faerie Festival! Nina will be performing as both Dancer and Fool, and perhaps bringing out her Dragons as well...! | |||||||||||||||
July | ||||||||||||||||||
| 7/16/11 7pm, Friday, Saturday Sunday |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
Artscape Mt. Royal Avenue, Mt. Vernon, Baltimore |
Artscape show!Huge show- zillions of dancers! | |||||||||||||||
| 7/23/11 3 - 5 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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Tiraz Hafla at the Mezzagrill 43150 Broadlands Center Plaza #174, Ashburn, VA $5 Cover at the door www.mezzagrills.com |
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September | ||||||||||||||||||
| 9/04/10 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
First Saturday Downtown Frederick at the Carroll Creek Trellis near Structures Salon and Five Guys. | ||||||||||||||||
| 9/11/10 1:30 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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In the Streets, Frederick, Maryland | |||||||||||||||
| 9/19/10 Two performances: 12:30 and 3:30 |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
Hagerstown Hispanic Festival - located at the Hagerstown Fairgrounds | ||||||||||||||||
| 9/25/10 7:00 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
Ranya Renee Hosted by Sitamun | ||||||||||||||||
| 9/10/11 |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
September 10, 11, 2011 Arts in the Park festival, Towson, MD Cromwell Valley Park |
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| 9/10/11 TBA |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
In the Streets 2011, Market Street, Frederick, MD | ||||||||||||||||
| 9/18/11 |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
September 18, 2011 Drum and Dance Hafla, Delaware | ||||||||||||||||
| 9/25/11 3 -5 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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Hagerstown Raks! Wacohu Grange Hall, 16412 National PIke, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Tickets are $5 per person in Advance, $8 at the Door Email amiradances@comcast.net to purchase tickets by mail. |
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October | ||||||||||||||||||
| 10/30/10 8:30 pm |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
Square Corner Park Downtown Brunswick, MD Halloween Block Party |
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| 10/01/11 7pm |
Nina Amaya 443-834-3191 ninadances@gmail.com |
October 1st, Multicultural Festival, Columbia, MD 7pm | ||||||||||||||||
November | ||||||||||||||||||
| 11/13/10 7:00pm |
Zarifa 301 873 3258 zarifa@zarifadances.com |
New Deal Cafe 113 Centerway, Roosevelt Center, Greenbelt, MD 20770 (301) 474-5642 reservations@newdealcafe.com |
Artemis, Zarifa & Ishtar Present- In The Moment A fabulous concert featuring ISHTAR- Pittsburg's Famous BellyRock Band ---and Artemis ---and Zarifa Please join us for a great show! $10 admission |
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| 11/14/10 3:00pm |
Zarifa 301 873 3258 zarifa@zarifadances.com |
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In The Moment Part II ***Concert Cancelled*** The Saturday concert is still on- 11/13 8pm New Deal Cafe Artemis, Ishtar, & Zarifa! Please join us!****** A second wonderful concert in the In the Moment Workshop series. Workshop participants showcase their skills while the amazing ISHTAR band plays! Please join us at India Palace Bar & Tandoor of Germantown Maryland for a delicious lunch & fabulous concert! $5 Admission + suggestion to be kind to our restaurant hosts and sample some of their wonderful Indian cuisine. See www.zarifadances.com for addtional information or to pre-register your seats. India Palce 19743 North Frederick Road Germantown MD 20876 (301) 540-3000 |
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| 11/20/10 TBA |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
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Belly Dance Nationals - Alternative Fusion Solo and the Nationals Troupe Category on November 21. | |||||||||||||||
| 11/05/11 7:00pm |
Yasaman Vrd'dhi 443-821-5522 darkseaslight@yahoo.com |
The Second Annual Belly Dancers Passionate for Pink Dance Extravaganza Alumni Hall at McDaniel College 2 College Hill |
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| 11/05/11 7:00 PM |
Bahiya 571-643-8821 bahiya@comcast.net |
Passion for Pink Benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation McDaniel College, Westminster, Maryland Tickets: $15 Advamce $8 with Student Id bellydanceforthecure@gmail.com |
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| 11/20/11 3pm |
MiaNaja al Sephira 443-864-1446 mianaja@yahoo.com |
The Theatre Project 45 West Preston Street; Baltimore, MD (410) 539-3091 |
MODE will be appearing in Samra Ya Raks! Enjoy "Brilliance...Samra Ya Raks" an exciting showcase of some of America's most talented dancers as they kick-off a documentary and DVD shoot that explores America's History of Belly Dancers of Color. Produced by Lotus Niraja and Michelle Joyce, this is one you don't want to miss! Join us for an Art Gallery Reception and an exquisite show. Seating is limited and due to the nature of the show, this will be a closed video set. |
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| 8/10/11 7:30 - 9:30 pm |
MiaNaja al Sephira 443-864-1446 mianaja@yahoo.com |
Slayton House Columbia, MD |
MiaNaja Presents Azhia! Teaching her Cheeky Raqs Assaya (Fall-in-Love-with-Cane-Choreography), with refresher course the next night at Studio MiaNaja. Please bring a cane! Pricing:
For details or to register (for privates, workshops, classes, or Stereo Vision photo shoot), contact or Paypal azhia1@gmail.com. Please leave a note in the Paypal payment about which workshop you would like to take. Azhia will also be available for privates, including
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| 8/17/11 7:30 - 9:30 pm |
MiaNaja al Sephira 443-864-1446 mianaja@yahoo.com |
Slayton House Columbia, MD |
MiaNaja Presents Azhia! Teaching 4 Combos 4 Versatility & Grace: Learn 4 very different, technique-heavy and "stealable" combos, with refresher course the next night at Studio MiaNaja. Please bring the veil of your choice! Pricing:
For details or to register (for privates, workshops, classes, or Stereo Vision photo shoot), contact or Paypal azhia1@gmail.com. Please leave a note in the Paypal payment about which workshop you would like to take. Azhia will also be available for privates, including
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November | ||||||||||||||||||
| 11/12/10 Friday-Sunday |
Zarifa 301 873 3258 zarifa@zarifadances.com |
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Artemis, Zarifa & Ishtar present- In The Moment The Art of Improvisation November 12-14 ************Workshop Cancelled! But the Concert goes on! 11/13 8pm- Artemis, Ishtar, & Zarifa! Please join us************* In The Moment - a truly original workshop focusing on the art of improvisational dance. Using innovative strategies students will learn& practice skills with both Artemis, Zarifa, *and the band Ishtar* Not only will Ishtar perform, they will instruct, play during classes, and be a vital role during lessons! *Enhance your dance skills with techniques from our wonderful dance teachers! *Learn the ins & outs of working with live musicians from our amazing band! *Watch those techniques in action during our Saturday concert featuring our entrancing instructors and marvelous band. Instructors include the legendary Artemis: award winning dancer & teacher; Zarifa: professional educator with over 10yrs dance experience; and Ishtar: gifted musicians & phenomenal band from Pittsburgh PA. Classes are Friday-Sunday (11/12-11/14). Participants must sign up for the entire workshop. Prior dance experience necessary; this is not a beginner workshop. Participants are guaranteed a spot in the Sunday (11/14) show This workshop WILL sell out! Pre-register early! Email Zarifa: zarifa@zarifadances.com or call 301 873 3258. Fees: $200- includes all classes, ticket to Saturday show, & guaranteed solo in Sunday's show. Register by Paypal or mail. Classes take place at Studio Artemis: 2945 Woodstock Ave Silver Spring, MD 20910 Contact Zarifa: zarifa@zarifadances.com 301 873 3258 for registration. Register SOON! Spots are filling up; the workshop will sell out!!! See www.zarifadances.com or email zarifa@zarifadances.com for more details :) |
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| 11/13/10 All day |
Zarifa 301 873 3258 zarifa@zarifadances.com |
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Artemis, Zarifa & Ishtar present- In The Moment The Art of Improvisation November 12-14 ****Workshop Cancelled! But the concert goes on- 11/13 8pm New Deal Cafe- Artemis, Ishtar & Zarifa! Please join us!************ In The Moment - a truly original workshop focusing on the art of improvisational dance. Using innovative strategies students will learn& practice skills with both Artemis, Zarifa, *and Ishtar* Not only will Ishtar perform, they will instruct, play during classes, and be a vital role during lessons! *Enhance your dance skills with techniques from our wonderful dance teachers! *Learn the ins & outs of working with live musicians from our amazing band! *Watch those techniques in action during our Saturday concert featuring our entrancing instructors and marvelous band. Instructors include the legendary Artemis: award winning dancer & teacher; Zarifa: professional educator with over 10yrs dance experience; and Ishtar: gifted musicians & phenomenal band from Pittsburg PA. Classes are Friday-Sunday. Participants must sign up for the entire workshop. Participants must Students must pre-register & must have taken one of Artemis' Intensive workshops. This workshop WILL sell out! Pre-register early! Email Zarifa: zarifa@zarifadances.com Fees: $210- includes all classes, ticket to Saturday show, & guaranteed solo in Sunday's show. Register by Paypal or mail. Classes take place at Studio Artemis: 2945 Woodstock Ave Silver Spring, MD 20910 Contact Zarifa: zarifa@zarifadances.com 301 873 3258 for registration. Register SOON! Spots are filling up; the workshop will sell out!!! See www.zarifadances.com or email zarifa@zarifadances.com for more details :) |
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Kostana Raqs |
Yucy |
Layla Bahari |
Piper |
Naimah |
Belly Dance Delight |
Ruta Moragh |
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Nina Amaya |
Latifa's School of Middle Eastern Dance |
MiaNaja al Sephira |
Despina Bast |
Amartia |
Shems |
Bahiya |
Mariza |
Zobeide |
Damiena |
Rebecca Lucy |
Bastet |
Egyptian Sun |
Yasaman Vrd'dhi |
Tydirah |
Hazine of Nuray Rakkettes - a Jersey Shore Belly Dance Troupe |
Zarifa |
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