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Ashtanga Yoga - with Erma Kalf Erma teaches traditional yoga style -- ashtanga -- while she usually incorporates some Vinyasa Flow in the form of either Suria Namaskar or Warriors or Trigonasana asanas. The class comprises Prana Yana (breathing), Ashtanga asanas (strength and flexibility), as well as Shavasana (meditation/relaxation). This format can be done by beginners, but intermediate and advanced yoga students will like it as well. Of course, all beginners will graduate to being intermediate students. Class times: Sundays 9am-10:15am Class fees: Drop in at $15/class or multiple classes for $12/class, payable to instructor. First class drop in for $10. Registration: in class. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Zumba: Latin Dance Fitness - with Leslie Funk Come learn this fun and energizing dance/fitness style. Zumba is a Latin dance aerobic class which combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that stem from Salsa, Merengue, Flamenco, Hip-Hop and other dance forms. ZUMBA is for everyone! No dance experience is required, and the class will teach you the steps in an "easy to follow" manner. Come ready to have fun! More information at www.wellness-design.com/fitness/zumbaclasses.html Class times: Saturdays 9:30am-10:30am, starting June 28 Class fees: $15/class for drop-in or $10/class pre-registered, payable to instructor. Registration: Please contact Leslie Funk through www.wellness-design.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Middle Eastern Belly Dance, All Levels - with Hala Hala's approach to dance teaching, which has been highly praised by her students, offers the unique opportunity for students of all ages, genders, and skill levels to learn together in the same class. A dance routine blending the basics with the more layered moves offers a chance for each student to hone the skills that they already have, perfect the right posture and attitude and learn new moves as well as new ways of combining moves; each at their own pace and development capacity. She explains the meanings of the songs and stresses the emotional and spiritual aspects of using the body as a musical instrument that complements the music. Since dance is an expressive art, Hala encourages her students to develop their own unique style and dance personality. Her teaching method is based on the eastern traditions and blends in her martial arts training which fosters a healthy posture, technique and form. Hala stresses valuable health tips that are crucial to using this dance as a healthy physical exercise without any long-term strain on the body. Beginners welcome! Current session: June 23 to July 28 Please note: from June 23 to July 7, Ma*Shuqa Mira Murjan will teach the classes while Hala travels; Hala returns July 14 Class time: Mondays 7pm-8pm. Class fees: $12/class for multiple classes, $15 drop-in. Registration: in class. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Middle Eastern Belly Dance, Intermediate/Advanced Levels - with Hala Hala's authentic Egyptian Oriental Dance for the intermediate/advanced dancers. Explore different Egyptian, Arabic and Middle Eastern regional dance styles including cane, melaya, haggala, Khaliji, Dabke, Persian, and more. We'll cover a wide variety of topics including: The subtleties of
the Egyptian Oriental Dance form.
Open to Intermediate & Advanced dancers only.How to choreograph your dances. How to respond to different musical instruments. Dos & Don'ts in the Egyptian dance style. Entrances & finales. Posture, rhythm & attitude, attitude, attitude. Plus Hala's combinations & techniques. Current session: June 23 to July 28 Please note: from June 23 to July 7, Ma*Shuqa Mira Murjan will teach the classes while Hala travels; Hala returns July 14 Class time: Mondays 8pm-9:30pm. Class fees: $15/class for multiple classes, $18 drop-in, payable to the instructor. Registration: in class. Please visit www.haladance.com (under Classes) for more information. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Qi Gong Flow - with Angie O'Sullivan Qi Gong is the perfect activity for anyone, at any age. It combines gentle movement and stretches, meditation, breathing regulation, relaxation and visualization techniques. The exercises are designed to release tension and enhance blood and energy circulation throughout the body, thereby increasing immune function, improving energy levels and sleep, and promoting overall health and well-being. In our fast-paced culture, we are constantly on the go, rushing from one obligation to the next. If we take the time for exercise at all, it is often to drag ourselves to the gym early in the morning or at the end of a long day because we feel we “ought to.” There isn’t much pleasure in this kind of exercising, and the high-impact exercises we push ourselves to do can cause our bodies more harm than good. The gentle Qi Gong exercises can help restore balance in your body and increase your vitality! Thousands of Qi Gong enthusiasts around the world have experienced the extraordinary benefits of this gentle, ancient Chinese exercise form and are healthier and happier for it. Join us to experience the benefits for yourself! Qi Gong can help to
Class times: Tuesdays noon-1pm Class fees: $12/class drop-in, or $45 for a set of 4 classes, payable to instructor. Registration: Drop-in or contact Angie at angie@lokahiacupuncture.com. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Dances of Persia / Persian Dance for Fun and Fitness - with Farima Berenji Join us on a journey to Persia and the Silk Road and learn the great wonders of these regions. This class will introduce the beautiful and elegant dances, culture, and rhythms of the Silk Road including dances from Tajikistan, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Armenia, as well as dances of Ancient and Modern Persia such as: Classical and Contemporary, Folk, Sufi/Mystical Dances, and Modern/Fusion Persian Dances. The Persian Modern/Fusion Dance steps and dynamic Persian rhythms will create a party-like atmosphere that will keep you coming back for more! Various dance forms including ballet, folk, Middle Eastern, and Western dance styles are incorporated into Modern/Fusion Dance. The class will also focus on strengthening techniques, improvisation, expression, and numerous turning techniques. As the class progresses, appropriate props will be introduced and students will learn a structured choreography. Please contact the instructor regarding registration. All Levels Welcome. First class Free! Class time: Tuesdays 8pm-9pm. Class fees: $15 drop-in, or $14/class paying for whole month in advance, payable to the instructor Registration: in class, or contact Farima at farima_berenji@yahoo.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Setareh's Passport to Bellydance - with Setareh Learn to Belly Dance! This unique and sensual form of dance is an excellent way to improve balance, coordination, flexibility, muscle tone, stamina, and posture. Low-impact, it is ideal for all ages and body types. This mixed-level class offers all the basic movements of traditional belly dance and is ideal for anyone who wants to get exercise and be healthy in a fun and supportive environment. All levels of fitness and experience are welcome. Class time: Tuesdays 9pm-10pm. Class fees: $15/class drop-in OR purchase 4 classes and take 5th class for Free ($12/class), payable to the instructor Registration: in class, or contact Setareh at setareh@setarehdancer.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Hala Dance Troupe Rehearsal Class and rehearsal for the Hala Dance Professional Troupe. Under the direction of Hala, the "Hala Dance Troupe" studies and performs dances from Egypt, the Arab world and the Middle East. They perform at cultural, international and Arabic festivals all over the bay area and were selected from over 115 dance companies to represent Middle Eastern dance at the San Francisco Ethnic Dance Festival in 2004. The Hala Dance Troupe welcomes all serious dancers interested in performing and authentically representing Middle Eastern dances and cultures. No one will be put on stage until they are 100% ready mentally and physically. No previous performance experience required. For details please contact Hala though www.haladance.com. Rehearsal time: Wednesdays 6pm-8pm Rehearsal fees: contact Hala for details. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Bellydance for Fun & Fitness - with Wendy Though mostly based on the Egyptian style of bellydance, American Cabaret draws from many other dance forms--ballet, jazz, flamenco and others. Like other forms of artistic expression, bellydance lends itself to evolution through fusion and experimentation. Its adaptability, diversity, and celebration of strength and femininity make it a perfect form of exercise and self expression. 8pm-9pm: basic bellydance vocabulary 9pm-10pm: solo & troupe choreography Please note: starting June 25, Wendy will begin teaching this class! Class time: Wednesdays 8pm-10pm. Class fees: $45 per month or $15 per class, payable to instructor. Registration: Information at www.FloweringEnterprises.com or contact Zora at zora@FloweringEnterprises.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Tribal Fusion - with Ashley Lopez TRIBAL BASICS: Experience the drills and basic technique necessary to dive into the world of Tribal Bellydance. Students of all levels will benefit from exercises that improve strength, coordination and flexibility. American Tribal steps will be introduced and broken down in a systematic fashion so you can understand the principles of the style and movements. Students will also learn the basics of traveling, turning, and layering. For more information, please visit Ashley's website: www.ashleylopezbellydance.com. Class time: Thursdays 7pm-8pm Class Fees: $10/class for full session, $12/class for drop-in, payable to instructor. Registration: Drop-in or contact Ashley at AshleyLopezYoga@gmail.com TRIBAL FUSION: Take it to the next level! It is best if you have some dance experience because we will be taking this class at a faster pace. You will learn turns, American Tribal Style combos, and snakey moves that incorporate the whole body. At the end of class you will spend some time learning choreography and practicing improvisation! For more information, please visit Ashley's website: www.ashleylopezbellydance.com. Class time: Thursdays 8pm-9pm Class Fees: $10/class for full session, $12/class for drop-in, payable to instructor. Registration: Drop-in or contact Ashley at AshleyLopezYoga@gmail.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Eskrima - Self Defense - with Jena Inay Come learn the Inayan System of Eskrima, a Filipino martial arts encompassing hand to hand and weapons arts. Enhance your agility, dexterity, and coordination. Both men and women welcome! Class time: Fridays 5:15pm-6:15pm. Class fees: $15/class drop-in or $50/month. Registration: Registration in advance preferred - contact Jena at 408-348-6287. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Near Eastern Dance: Bellydance and Beyond - with Amanda Traditional Bellydance and Folkloric Dance of Turkey, the Middle East, and beyond. TECHNIQUE: Basic rhythms. Oriental Dance (Bellydance) technique. Finger Cymbal technique. Taqsim. Veil work. Drum Solo. Turkish and Egyptian Oriental dance styles. Upper Egyptian Folkloric styles. Turkish Romani dance. Khaliji dance. Sword dance. Folk dances of Turkey, the Levant, Greece, and Armenia. Dabke. Spoon dance. Classical dance influences from Armenia, Persia, Central Asia, and Ballet. In all subjects, Amanda emphasizes understanding the rhythms and music of each style, as the basis for expressive interpretation and improvisation. Her dance style is traditional, but often includes modern music and always a sense of fun. Each class usually begins with Finger Cymbal practice to learn and drill any rhythms covered in that class. After a thorough warm-up and workout, Amanda covers Oriental steps and/or teaches a choreography. Amanda also teaches the basic steps or a choreography of a Near Eastern folk dance in each class. Bring finger cymbals. New 6-week sessions begin every other month. One or two interim Special Topic classes are offered between sessions. Students may drop in any time during a session, but regular attendance is encouraged in order to progress through the session and with any choreographies. All levels welcome. Special Topic Classes: June 20 and 27 Topic: Double Veil and Multiple Veil Dancing
Next Session: July 18 through August 29 (6 weeks - no classes July 4, July 11, or August 22)Topic: Undulations of all kinds and Turkish Taksim
For details about the current session and special topic classes, please visit Amanda's website, www.AmandaDancer.com. Class time: Fridays, 6:15-7:30pm. Class fees: $12/class for single class, $10/class for 4+ classes paid in advance (extendable during session), OR $55/full 6-week session, payable to the instructor. Tuition Policy: Class payments may not be carried over to the next session, but students may use an interim Special Topic class, if offered, to make-up any class missed during the prior 6-week session. Registration: in class or contact Amanda at amandadancer@earthlink.net. CHOREOGRAPHY: Review and polish dances learned in Amanda's Near Eastern Dance class, plus learn new choreographies. Work toward troupe performances of traditional Bellydance and Near Eastern folkloric and classical dance styles. Hone your dance and performance skills by working on the details required to make a good performance. Prior or concurrent attendance of 6:15pm class is not required, nor is performing. Prior dance experience is recommended. Interim Session: June 20 and 27 Next Session: July 18 through August 29 (6 weeks - no classes July 4, July 11, or August 22) Class time: Fridays, 7:30-8:30pm. Class fees: $5/class for attendees of 6:15pm class; otherwise, $10/class drop-in only. Tuition Policy: Class payments may not be carried over to the next session, but students may use an interim class, if offered, to make-up any class missed during the prior 6-week session. Registration: in class or contact Amanda at amandadancer@earthlink.net. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Kathak Dance - with Parna Basu No summer session June-August. Classes will resume in September. TENDERFOOT (Introduction to Kathak) Beginner Kathak 5-8 yrs For the complete beginner or those needing to refresh the basics. Focus is on technique. In this level the students will be introduced to the dance form with a brief background or history. General training of the students where they will learn about the correct hand and body alignment, the correct standing posture for dance, mind and body concentration, and different exercises to train the muscles of the arms, wrist and legs. FLEDGLING (Beginner Kathak for Kids 9-14 yrs and Adults) For beginning levels, emphasis is on building movement sequences along with technique. In this level the students will be acquainted with the moods of the dance pieces. Advanced movement exercises to develop the fluidity, suppleness and strength. Correction of facial expression, Nritta hasta, and feet positions during dance. APPRENTICE (Intermediate Kathak) Adults For intermediate levels, focus is on developing facial expressions. In this level the students will be given general training required for stage presentation, mannerisms, use of space. An understanding of dance moods and mental relaxation techniques will be imparted. EXPLORER (Advanced) Focus will be on choreography and performances. The concept of choreography will be introduced. Class Policies: Students are expected to arrive 5 minutes ahead of the class time and be ready for the class. Students who have ghungroos should use this time to tie them before the class. Note: Wearing ghungroos with footwear is disrespectful and unacceptable. Please do not bring food or drink to class. Only water is allowed. Students should carry a notebook, pencil and eraser to every class. Video/audio recording is strictly prohibited. For focused teaching and learning atmosphere, non-dancers including parents, siblings and friends are requested not to enter the classroom. Parents should accompany students for drop off and pick up only. Classes missed will not be made up except those cancelled by the instructor. Only the instructor deserves the right to cancel or reschedule a class due to size or other constraints. Instructor reserves the right to promote a student to a higher level depending on his/her progress. Dress Code: Kids/girls/women should wear salwar-kameez with their hair tied securely. Class times: Children, ages 5-8:
Saturdays 9:30am-10:30pm
Class fees and Registration: Contact Parna directly at 408-980-9885 or
email kathak@gmail.com. Adult Intermediate: Saturdays 10:30am-11:30pm Children, ages 9-14: Saturdays 11:30am-12:30pm Tuition Policies: Students must register for a full session. All students must register and pay tuition on or before the first day of the new session and before class begins. Payment is due on the first class of every session. A $5 late fee will be charged after the payment due date. Payments can be made in cash or check. Checks should be written in favor of ‘Nritta Katha.’ Any checks written on accounts with insufficient funds will be charged an additional $25 processing fee. Second member of the same family will receive a 10% discount per session. Fees and tuition are non refundable. Students who miss class or withdraw before the end of the session are still obligated for the full payment. Please note: The Kathak Dance classes do not accept the Halanda Pass. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Flamenco - with Carolina Lugo NEW BEGINNERS: Absolute Beginner Flamenco Technique: basic arms {braseos}, handwork {floreos}, footwork patterns {taconeo} and upper body movements coordinated with arms and hands. Beginning choreography combinations. Class is for non-dancers and/or dancers with a background in other dance genres. This class is for adults and teens (15 & over), men and women. Current Session: May 10 through June 28 (8 Weeks) Next Session: July 5 through August 30 (8 weeks - No class August 2) Class Time: Saturdays, 12:30pm-1:45pm Class Fee: $152 full session ($19/class) Tuition Policy: Please add $25 one
time non-refundable registration fee to overall total for All New
Students.
Registration: Make check or money order payable to CAROLINA LUGO and
send to 1040 Pleasant Valley Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523No Refunds ~ No Class Credits ~ No Exceptions BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE: Ages 11 to Adults. 1:45pm-3:15pm: Beginner/Intermediate Flamenco Technique with Castanets: technique and coordination of the castanets to dance movements, intermediate technique in footwork, turns, floor combinations, dance patterns for choreography development. 3:15-4:15 pm: Beginner/Intermediate Choreography: "Garrotin" with castanets: Carolina will be developing a choreography to present the students on August 2 with the San Jose Flamenco Society at the Hoover Theater. Current Session: May 3 through June 28 (9 weeks). Next Session: July 5 through August 30 (8 weeks - No class August 2) Class Times: Saturdays 1:45-3:15pm: Flamenco Beginner/Intermediate
Technique with Castanets
3:15-4:15pm: Flamenco Beginner/Intermediate Choreography
Class Fees: Technique class only (90min): $176 full session ($22/class) / drop-in rate per class: $28
Choreography class only (60min): $128 full session ($16/class) / drop-in rate per class: $22 BOTH classes: $304 full session
Tuition Policy: $25 registration fee
for All New Students (non-refundable). No Refunds ~ No Class Credits ~ No ExceptionsRegistration: Please contact Carolina Lugo in advance to confirm registration. Email: carolinalugo1@msn.com. Website: www.carolinalugo.com
Make check or money order payable to CAROLINA LUGO and send to 1040 Pleasant Valley Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
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