Bellydance Instruction & Workshops

Belly Dancing classes in Newark & Wilmington Delaware w/ Shiraz!    Interested in sponsoring Shiraz for a belly dance workshop? – For more info on workshops, visit the workshops page.

Shiraz provides group, private, or semi-private belly dance instruction in her cozy home studio in Delaware and is also available to teach belly dance workshops. Please contact her directly for more information at Shiraz@ShirazRaqs.com or call Shiraz at 302.743.1982.

*New 4-week Intermediate Raqs Sharqi Class Series to be held in Newark DE Wed’s 7-8:15 from May 30th-June 20th 2012! See Below*


Class Descriptions

Learn the Art of Belly dancing with a multi-award winning professional dancer!

Shiraz’s encouraging belly dance instruction in an intimate setting fosters the perfect atmosphere for each student to discover the beautiful dancer within.

Students will learn the art of belly dance while getting a safe and gentle total body workout that enhances muscle awareness, tone and strength; posture; balance; and poise. Designed to improve health and fitness levels as well as body image, the belly dance classes also promote individual creativity while celebrating community.

Belly Dance Essentials

In this beginner’s bellydance class we will learn fun and beautiful basic belly dance movements, like shimmies, undulations, hip circles, figure-eights, and snake arms; along with body isolations, posture, and body lines. Cultural and historical background of the dance will be covered. Students will leave with the foundations of the art form, along with tons of great new moves, body control and awareness, improved health & self-image, and cultural appreciation of the Arab world!

Intermediate Belly Dance/ Raqs Sharqi  *New Session Starting May 30th!*

If you know your basic belly dance vocabulary, (shimmies, hips circles, and snake arms) this belly dance class is your next step. Intermediate students will continue to master the basic techniques, as well as learn more complex skills such as shimmy layering; traveling steps; expressing personality, and dynamic combinations, technique, and concepts. Topics may range from technique and concepts for -  drum solos, improvisation, performance/stage skills, professionalism/business, folk dances, rhythm work & musicality, creativity, prop mastering (assaya (cane), veil, zills, sword), and more! As always, the beautiful and rich cultural background and significance of the art form will be incorporated into every class.

If you are unsure of your dance level and which bellydancing class to attend, contact Shiraz for an assessment.

Location

RaqStar Studios – (Shiraz’s home studio) in Newark, DE 19711  – Intermediate Raqs Sharqi Summer Series -

Class Prices & Registration (For the 4-week Intermediate Raqs Sharqi Series)

Classes: Each class runs for one hour and fifteen minutes at 12$/class for the 4-class series. Classes run on Wednesday evening’s from 7-8:15pm from May 30th through June 20th (4 consecutive weeks). Whole series = 48$/4 classes when prepaid and registered. E-mail Shiraz at Shiraz@shirazraqs.com for specific payment methods, registration form, and class address.

Drop-in Rate: $20/ bellydance class. (If “dropping-in”, please confirm w/ Shiraz ahead of time to let her know you are not registered, but would like to attend the class- only allowable if space is available).

Email Shiraz to find out about this and other upcoming belly dance sessions at RaqStar Studios in Newark, Delaware

Belly Dancing – Private Lessons and Mentoring

Shiraz is also available for private or semi-private belly dance lessons for the very dedicated dancer. Private belly dance lessons are offered in Shiraz’s home studio for 50$/hour. She is more than happy to assist in mentoring dancers for those hoping to transition from student to professional, & for those wanting to deepen their knowledge (dance & cultural)of their Middle Eastern journey. A mentor is a necessary and priceless commodity in the dance community; Shiraz is available to answer any and all questions one might have pertaining to the business, performing, or professional aspects of the art.

Workshops

Shiraz is available to teach belly dance workshops in your area! Whether you are looking for a fun beginner’s workshop or one of Shiraz’s specialties, she is happy to work with you to create just what you’re looking for. Some of Shiraz’s Specialties include: sword, double sword, candle tray, drum solo, art of the *live* drum solo, stage presence and persona, improvisation, dancing with a live band, fearless performances, dynamic combinations, even essential Arabic language skills. Visit the Workshops Page here to view current topics and for more information on sponsoring Shiraz.