Upcoming Workshops...

CLASSICAL & CONTEMPORARY PERSIAN DANCE WORKSHOP
With  Shahrzad Khorsandi

A fluid yet rhythmic dance form emphasizing the use of hands and wrists; movement and positioning of the body reflect the rich and refined Persian aesthetics.

Come and explore the unleashed expression of  contemporary  dance with the refined, poetically potent aesthetics of ancient Persia.

Date:  August 14th
Time: 12:30 - 3:30

Location: Dance Garden
3407  B Glendale Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90039

Fee: Pre-register by July 20 $35;
otherwise $45 (Paypal)

Registration Contact: 
Lailah  213-447-6658
or Email: lailah_yasmina@yahoo.com

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Ongoing Classes...

SOUTH GATE, CALIFORNIA:

Beginner Adult Belly Dance (Ages 18 +)
Mondays 7:00 - 8:00PM

Work out to tone and shape your body while learning the beautiful ancient art of belly dance. We will focus on body alignment while building stamina. Stomach and arm exercises will be taught to rhythmical North African beats. Basic isolation movements, undulations, layering, shimmies, hip lifts, traveling steps as well as finer cymbals and veil work will be reviewed.

Belly Dancing for Teens (Ages 12-18)
Mondays 6:00 - 6:45PM

Baby Bellies (Ages 6-8)
Tuesdays 6:00 - 6:30PM

Belly Kids (Ages 9-12)
Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:00PM

This class will teach basic Arabic movement along with easy to follow combination steps. Body posture, hand, arm, and hip drills will be reviewed for the young dancer as well as following Arabic rhythms and beats. Student recital pending and will be determined during class.

Classes are held at the South Gate Recreation Center inside the Girls Clubhouse located at: 4940 Southern Ave. South Gate, CA 90280 Closest cross street is Pinehurst. Please call 323.563.5447 for fee information. Optional student recital for interested participants will be on May 23rd and 24th.

DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA:

Belly Dance Stretch and Tone (Ages 18+)
Tuesdays 7:30 - 8:30PM

Enjoy the sensual and exhilarating rhythms of Middle Eastern music while conditioning your body. This class will emphasis on upper and lower body stretching and strengthening. Drills will be taught to isolate body parts incorporating yoga movements. Class will end with a relaxing cool yoga down. Bring yoga mat or towel for yoga session.

Classes are held at the Downey Community Center located at: 7810 Quill Dr. Downey, CA 90242. Please call 562.904.7227 for directions and registration information

REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA:

Adult Beginner Belly Dance (Ages 18+)
Wednesdays 7:15 p.m. - 8:15PM

Work out to tone and shape your body while learning the beautiful ancient art of belly dance. We will focus on body alignment while building stamina. Stomach and arm exercises will be taught to rhythmical North African beats. Basic isolation movements, undulations, layering, shimmies, hip lifts, traveling steps as well as finer cymbals and veil work will be reviewed.

Beginner / Intermediate Belly Dance (Ages 16 +)
Wednesdays 8:30 - 9:30PM

This class is designed for the more advanced student who has solid basic technique fundamentals. Choreographies ranging from various parts of the Middle East are explored and performed in this class. Intermediate - Advanced movements are taught in addition to various props such as finger cymbals, veil and cane are also explored. Implicit permission by instructor is needed prior to joining the class.

Classes are held at the Aviation Gym located inside at: 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Redondo Beach, CA 90275. Please call 310.318.0610 for directions and registration information. Registration also available online at www.recweb.redondo.org

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Dance your way to a healthier you. Learn basic Middle Eastern dance steps while gaining the positive effects of exercizing. Instructor, performer and choreographer, Lailah, brings you a wealth of knowledge, whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your abilities.

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