Classes

Belly Dance Classes

(Raqs Sharqi)

Welcome to Dance with Kirsten, classes designed to introduce students to the joyful and world of belly dance (also known as Raqs Sharqi or Dans Oryantal - Dance of the East.

Classes emphasize the joy of dance in a safe, supportive environment.

Dress in comfortable clothes, soft dance shoes, socks or bare feet are recommended, and shimmy belts will be available for students during the classes. No street shoes allowed in the dance studio.

 

 

MIXED LEVEL BELLY DANCE CLASS

FLOWING WITH FAN VEILS (April and May)

March 31, April 7, 14 and 21. No class on April 28.

Classes are offered in monthly sessions on Monday evenings 6:30 to 7:30 pm  at the Elks Performing Arts Center on Gurley Street, Prescott. 

This is an ongoing class where we work on refining our technique to create strong, fluid hip movements, graceful arms, layering, footwork, musicality and zill skills. Anyone who is familiar with the basics of any belly dance style is welcome.  This class is designed to be fun. Join us and bring zills (finger cymbals) if you have them.

April and May Classes will focus on Flowing with Fan Veils. We will work on graceful, dynamic arms and flowing movements. Please bring fan veils if you have them. If you don’t, I have some to borrow during the class.  

Please contact me to regıster and for questions.

Prepay for the month $44 or $15 drop in.

 

 

 

BELLYDANCE BASICS

Please email me if you would like to join the next BEGINNERS WORKSHOP AND CLASS SERIES (Date to be determined)

This is the perfect no pressure opportunity to learn a little about the history and culture of this dance and start developing your own practice.  A series of weekly classes will follow the Sunday workshop.  Everyone is welcome. No experience necessary. Invite family and friends. We have a lot of fun.

 

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Traditional Dances of the Eastern Mediterranean

Offered through Yavapai College Community Education.

This class will be offered again Fall of 2025. 

Join me on a journey through the heart of the Eastern Mediterranean and Anatolia, where vibrant and diverse dances will come to life. In this class, you will be introduced to Levantine, Greek, Balkan and Turkish line dances as well as basics of Turkish Romani (gypsy) and traditional Egyptian folk dances. We will dive into the music, rhythms, and meanings of the dances. Each class will build upon the last and there will be lots of review and practice. All levels of dancers are welcome. Wear comfortable shoes and come ready to dance and more importantly, to have fun.  This class is for all levels.

 

For more information please email: dancewithkirsten@gmail.com

 

 

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