This six week course is designed for students new to the Egyptian style of belly dance or seeking a belly dance refresher. No dance experience necessary. Students will learn basic belly dance technique, including posture, shimmies, isolations, undulations and traveling steps. Class will include a brief introduction to the history, context, and philosophy of belly dance, as well as a brief introduction to Middle Eastern music. Choreography will be taught to incorporate new movements. Come celebrate femininity through an ancient, life-embracing art! Bring ballet shoes or dance shoes, comfortable workout clothes, and a bottle of water. Swati has been classically trained in Kathak (Indian Classical dancing) and has taken classes in hip-hop, belly dance, ballet, jazz etc. She loves dancing to Indian music, especially the new Bollywood songs. She loves performing for shows and tries to add elements of her various dance experiences to Bollywood. She believes in building a strong foundation starting with the fundamentals in all styles of dance. She focuses on proper technique, body movement, building confidence on the dance floor, and just having fun while dancing and getting fit. REGISTER HERE: [hidden] More Info below.