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General Bellydance Class Information
Bellydance, In General:
This ancient dance form is more properly known as Raqs Sharqi ("Dance of the Orient" or "Dance of the East" in Arabic), and is uniquely
suited to a woman's natural movements.
Dance classes are a great way to have fun, learn something new about yourself and other cultures,
express yourself artistically, and beat the blues, all in a relaxed, accepting and supportive environment.
This dance can be
enjoyed by all ages and body types! Pregnant women are welcome with a note from their doctor.
Class Locations in Cary:
Jazzercise of East Cary is a newly remodeled facility with the following features:
- the main room has 2200 square feet of custom designed suspended aerobic flooring that is gentle on your feet, knees, hips, and back
- spacious child playroom
- waiting area for your comfort should you arrive early to class
- two dressing rooms and two large bathrooms for changing
- storage for your mats
- mirrors that can assist you with good technique
- complementary water bottles
- ample parking and easy access from I-40/440 and Walnut Street
- wheelchair accessible
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Jazzercise is located at 1333 Buck Jones road in Cary, across the street from Borders, and next to Motel 6.
Click here for location and map.
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The Taj MaHaala, Haala's cozy home studio, is located near Cary Town Center and Cary High School, just a few minutes away from Exit 291/I-40. It offers hardwood flooring, full-length mirrors, an ipod docking station, CD boombox, changing room, bathroom, and enough room for up to 5 dance students at a time. It's the perfect place for private lessons, rehearsals, small-group classes and workshops. The studio can be rented for $10/hour for rehearsals, and $15/hour for commercial use (teaching private lessons, classes, or using as meeting space). Wheelchair-accessible entrance through garage dooor.
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Please contact Haala at haala@halobellydance.com for specific directions.
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Class Descriptions:
Bellydance Basics: This class is geared towards beginners: people who have never taken a bellydance (or other dance) class before, as well as newer dancers who have only taken a few previous classes. The emphasis will be on fun and learning something new about yourself and other cultures. No matter what your body shape, age, or personality, you will look great and feel great Belly Dancing! It will benefit you physically, mentally, and emotionally. Students will stay in Basics for at least 3 months before moving to the next level.
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Level 2 Bellydance:
Continue your dance journey in this class, where we will explore many different topics, such as veilwork, finger cymbals, and choreography, while continuing to polish basic technique. At least 3 months of previous bellydance instruction is required. This is a mixed level class that can accomodate both continuing beginners and intermediate level dancers: modifications will be given for each movement to make it simpler for newer dancers or more challenging for more experienced dancers.
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Continuing Bellydance: This class is recommended for dancers who have been taking classes for a year or more and want to focus even more deeply on their Belly Dance practice (ask instructor if you are unsure whether to take this class). I will assume you know the basic movements of Belly Dance, such as shimmies, hip circles, and traveling movements, and are ready to take your practice to the next level. We will focus on technique and choreography, and there will be opportunities to perform throughout the year as part of our student troupe, the Halo Bellydance Student Ensemble.
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Halo Bellydance Student Ensemble: This is a supportive, no-pressure environment where Continuing level belly dance students can learn group choreographies, focus on performance technique, and perform occasionally at local haflas and festivals. Troupe dues are billed monthly (Troupe membership includes perks such as discounts on workshops, classes, & private lessons, and free use of the Taj MaHaala home studio for personal rehearsal time.)
See Current rehearsal dates and locations.
What to Wear:
Anything that you feel comfortable in and that allows a range of motion: for example, a tank top or tee shirt with a
cotton skirt, leggings, shorts or sweat pants. Usually we dance in bare feet, but if that is not comfortable,
please feel free to wear ballet slippers, dance shoes or soft sandals.
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Current Class Dates and Times
Bellydance Basics: For beginners, or anyone who would like to reacquaint themselves with the basics of bellydance. No previous dance experience required. Students will stay in this class for 3 months before moving on to Level 2.
Mondays, April 9 - May 21, 7:10-8:10pm
Location: Jazzercise of Cary, 1333 Buck Jones Road.
This is a special 7-week session instead of our regular 6-week session. In addition to basic technique, students will learn a short dance to "Zeina".
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Mondays, June 4 - June 25, 7:10-8:10pm
Location: Jazzercise of Cary, 1333 Buck Jones Road.
This is a special 4-week session instead of our regular 6-week session. In addition to basic technique, students will learn a short dance to a classic uptempo song "Sahra".
Tuition: $48 for the 4-week session.
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Mondays, July 16 - August 20, 7:10-8:10pm
Location: Jazzercise of Cary, 1333 Buck Jones Road.
In addition to basic technique, students will learn a short dance to the upbeat Arabic pop song "Habibi Alli".
Tuition: $72 for the 6-week session.
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To mail your payment, email me for the street address.
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Level 2 Bellydance,(Pre-requisite: at least 3 months of previous bellydance instruction). Mixed level: continuing beginners and low-intermediates.
Mondays, April 9 - May 21, 8:15-9:15pm
Location: Jazzercise of Cary, 1333 Buck Jones Road.
This is a special 7-week session instead of our regular 6-week session. The class will be learning a choreography, and students will have the option of performing it together at our summer student hafla (recital party) in June. (Performing is optional and never required!).
(Class is already in session - please join us in June for the next session of Level 2 Bellydance!)
Mondays, June 4 - June 25, 8:15-9:15pm
Location: Jazzercise of Cary, 1333 Buck Jones Road.
This session's topic is Ocean Waves. We'll be starting our summer vacation off with flowing movements that mimic the ocean -- undulations, circles, figure 8s, and waves! This is a special 4-week session instead of our usual 6-week sessions.
Tuition: $48 for the 4-week session, or drop in for $17 a class.
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Mondays, July 16 - August 20, 8:15-9:15pm
Location: Jazzercise of Cary, 1333 Buck Jones Road.
This session's topic is "Summer Vacation". Haala will present her popular 6-week folkloric sampler, where we will pretend to travel to a different country or region each week, learn some traditional folkloric dance movements and see how they relate to and influence our modern forms of belly dance. Haala will also provide a demonstration of appropriate costuming and a little bit about the culture and history of each region. Places we will 'visit': Egypt, Turkey, the Gulf Region, Greece, and new for 2012: Persia!
Tuition: $72 for the 6-week session.
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To mail your payment, email me for the street address.
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Continuing Level Bellydance (Pre-requisite: One year or more of previous Belly Dance instruction and ready to work at an intermediate/advanced level)
Wednesdays, February 29 - March 28 (no class on March 21), and April 11 - May 23, 7:10-8:10pm
Location: Jazzercise of Cary, 1333 Buck Jones Road.
February-May Topic: Wings Technique and Group Choreography. This class will span 11 weeks, leaving us plenty of time to cover wings and taksim technique, and to learn and drill a group wings choreography. (You may have seen my student troupe the Halo Bellydance Student Ensemble perform this choreography at the 2010 NCBellydance.org Gala Fundraiser). All students who take the 11-week class will have the option of performing it together at our summer student hafla in June. (Performing is optional and never required).
Tuition: $132 for the full 11-weeks, or you can pay 50% ($66) by February 20 and the other 50% by March 28.
Because this is a choreography class, drop-ins will not be allowed.
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Wednesdays, June 6- June 27, 7:10-8:10pm
Location: Jazzercise of Cary, 1333 Buck Jones Road.
We return to technique in this special 4-week session. Students are asked to bring a veil and finger cymbals to each class - our focus is general technique, not props, but we will be adding them into the mix for a few minutes of each class to keep up our skills.
Tuition: $48 for the 4-week session, or drop in for $17 a class.
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Mondays, July 18 - August 22, 7:10-8:10pm
Location: Jazzercise of Cary, 1333 Buck Jones Road.
Session topic: TBA.
Tuition: $72 for the 6-week session. (Get a $10 discount off your tuition if you also sign up for the Monday Level 2 folkloric sampler!)
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To mail your payment, email me for the street address.
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Halo Bellydance Student Ensemble (Pre-requisite: One year or more of previous Belly Dance instruction and permission of instructor)
Wednesdays, 8:15-8:55pm
Location: East Cary Jazzercise studio.
Troupe members are currently preparing for our summer student hafla in June.
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Weekend Mini-Workshops with Haala
This weekend series is great for anyone who is unable to take regular classes during the week, or for regular students who want extra practice outside of class. Come and learn in a supportive, positive, and fun atmosphere! A minimum of 5 pre-registered is required in order to hold each workshop.
Click here for more information.
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Private Bellydance Instruction
Haala is available for private coaching sessions, if you would like some individual instruction and constructive and supportive
feedback. Great for polishing technique or preparing a choreography for performance!
Haala's cozy home studio, the "Taj MaHaala", features wood flooring, full-length mirrors, ipod docking station, and enough room for up to 4 students at a time. It is conveniently located in Cary just off of Exit 291/I-40 near Cary Town Center/Cary High School.
Rates for private lessons are: $25/hour, with a discounted rate of $20/hour per person for 2 or more students at the same time.
Selected daytime and evening times are available. To schedule a private lesson, email haala@halobellydance.com or call 919-380-7882.
Bulk discount special: Purchase a block of 5 hours of private lessons for only $100 (and save $25! It's like getting one private lesson for free!). You can use them anytime throughout the year.
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Gift Certificates
Gift Certificates are available anytime throughout the year -- give the gift of bellydance to yourself or someone you love!
To purchase a gift certificate for a class, simply pay for the class and in the comments field write "please send gift certificate" with the name of the recipient, and I will email you a gift certificate you can print at home. To purchase any other kinds of gift certificates, just email me at haala@halobellydance.com and I will be happy to help!
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