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Empowered Movement: Belly Dance Basics, 4 sessions - January 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2026 - 6-7 pm
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- $65.00
Summary
Ages: 12+
Ability Level: All
Students should bring to class: Yoga Mat and Water
Purchase a yearly membership for member pricing and additional benefits.
Dates: January 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2026
Time: - 6-7 pm
Members $50
Non Members $ 65
Description
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Title: Empowered Movement - Belly Dance Basics
Dates: 1/6, 1/13, 1/20 & 1/27/2026
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Age Level: 12+
Ability Level: Beginner +
Description: This all-level belly dance class focuses on developing fluidity, strength, and control through movements centered on the hips, shoulders, and core. Dancers of all experience levels are guided through isolations, combinations, and gentle conditioning exercises designed to enhance body awareness and flexibility. The class begins with a dynamic warm-up to prepare the muscles and joints, followed by technique drills that refine hip articulations, shoulder shimmies, and undulations. Emphasis is placed on posture, alignment, and connecting movement with breath and rhythm. This class encourages self-expression, confidence, and the joy of movement while deepening participants’ connection to the art of belly dance.
With a background in contemporary dance with P.U.R.E. (Public Urban Ritual Experiment) and solo performance experience in Traverse City, Michigan and Portland, Oregon, Ellen has had the privilege of studying under talented teachers in diverse belly dance styles. She's excited to share her passion for this beautiful art form with you.
Teacher: Ellen SlaughterHawk
Students should bring to class: Yoga Mat and Water
Purchase a yearly membership for member pricing and additional benefits.
Member price $50
Non-member price $65