Class Schedule - Welcome!

We want you to enjoy yourself at the FCBD Studio, please take a moment to read our advice below. We look forward to seeing you!

Our classes start promptly. Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to class start. Studio opens 1/2hr before each class. Come on in and shop!

Our classes are for women only.  For insurance purposes, children are not allowed in the studio or unattended in the store/waiting area. We do not provide childcare.

The next 6 week Dance Fundamentals Level 1 course will start Tuesday 14 Jul,  Friday 17 Jul and Saturday 18 Jul 2009.

No pre-registration necessary, just arrive 15-20 minutes prior to class start.

The 12 week Tribal Combinations Level 2 course* runs concurrently starting Tuesday 14 Jul, Friday 17 Jul and Saturday 18 Jul 2009.
*Dance Fundamentals Level 1 must be completed before attending this Level 2 class.

Class cancellations: No L3 Drills/Improv classes this Sat 27 Jun (we are putting on our finery for the Pride events!)

Class fees: You are always welcome to drop in for $10 per class. We also have Class Cards for a discounted price.
6 Classes for $48 or 12 Classes for $90. Your card is not part of the series, they are simply individual classes to use whenever you want. So if you miss a class in the course, you do not lose the class from your card. Class Cards are valid for one year from the date of purchase. You can purchase a Class Card on the day you arrive at the FCBD Studio, we accept cash and Visa/MC (no checks please.)
As a bonus, when you use up your Class Card within 3 months from the date of purchase, you will receive a 10% coupon for merchandise at the FCBD Store.

Yes, it is that simple!

For more information 415-431-4322 or fcbd@earthlink.net
Fat Chance Belly Dance

ON GOING CLASSES
Dance Fundamentals (Level 1)
Tribal Combinations (Level 2)
Drills (Level 3)
Improv Choreography (Level 4)
Drills/Improv Choreography (Level 3)
Beginning ATS Belly Dance in the East Bay on going

Go HERE for SPECIALTY CLASSES at the FatChanceBellyDance Studio

Download a printable class info card [PDF]

View the studio calendar 

Dance Fundamentals (Level 1)

60 minutes $10
drop-in, all levels

Tuesdays 6:30-7:30
Fridays 6:30-7:30
Saturdays 11:00-12:00

Learn to dance by drilling the basics in fun combinations. Using both slow movements and fast steps we'll get you dancing in your first class! All basic movements and group formations in a six-week cycle including posture and body awareness, zils and music. You are welcome to drop-in on this class after the course has started as we have plenty of review built into each class. Intro to partner and group dancing. However, you must arrive 10-15 minutes to class start. The agenda starts on Tue and repeats Fri and Sat of the same week so you can alternate days an still stay on schedule.

*Best class for beginners.

*Corresponds with FCBD Tribal Basics Vol.1 Fundamentals of Dance video workshop $35

Dress for FCBD dance classes: Full skirt or loose pants, hip scarf, short top or leotard (just wear something comfortable). Bare feet or dance shoes only in dance studio. You will need a pair of zils (finger cymbals). You can purchase at the studio or bring your own.

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Tribal Combinations (Level 2)

60 minutes $10
drop-in, must have experience in FCBD Fundamentals Level One (above)

Tuesdays 7:45-8:45
Fridays 7:45-8:45
Saturdays 12:15-1:15

Refine individual technique by drilling basic steps and their variations in creative combinations. Although open to all levels, this class is best used simultaneously with Dance Fundamentals as there are no descriptions of the basic steps. To take this class you must understand partner and group dancing (Level One, above.) Twelve-week cycle.

*This class is the next step after Fundamentals.

*Corresponds with FCBD Tribal Basics Vol.4 Advanced Workshop video $35 and Vol.5 Cues and Transitions video workshop $25.

Dress for FCBD dance classes: Full skirt or loose pants, hip scarf, short top or leotard (just wear something comfortable). Bare feet or dance shoes only in dance studio. You will need a pair of zils (finger cymbals). You can purchase at the studio or bring your own.

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Drills (Level 3)

90 minutes $10
check with a teacher about your skill level before attending this class

Saturdays 2-3:30pm

Technique for Intermediate and Advanced steps used in Improv Classes. May include floorwork, sword and basket balancing and other specialty work.

*Corresponds with Tribal Basics Vol.1-5 video workshops.

Dress is any color skirt and choli or leotard, hip shawl and pantaloons. Hair tied up off face and neck. You will need your own zils. Bring a headwrap and knee pads for specialty work.

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Improv Choreography (Level 4)

75 minutes $10
drop-in
check with a teacher about your skill level before joining this class.

Saturdays 3:45-5pm

Working in duet,trio and chorus formations, set up choreographies using the full range of movements. You must have experience in Dance Fundamentals and Tribal Combinations to join this class.

*Corresponds with Tribal Basics Vol.1-6 video workshops.

Dress is any color skirt and choli or leotard, hip shawl and pantaloons. Hair tied up off face and neck. You will need your own zils.

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Drills/Improv Choreography (Level 3)

90 minutes $10
drop-in
check with a teacher about your skill level before joining this class

Thursdays 7:30-9:00

First half of class is Drills, second half is using the 'Drills' steps in Improv Choreo (see above for descriptions.) This class is also Salon Prep for our student performances.* You must have experience in Dance Fundamentals and Tribal Combinations to join this class.

*Corresponds with Tribal Basics Vol.1-6 video workshops.

Dress is any color skirt and choli or leotard, hip shawl and pantaloons. Hair tied up off face and neck. You will need your own zils.

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Go HERE for SPECIALTY CLASSES at the FatChanceBellyDance Studio

East Bay location

Beginning American Tribal Style Belly Dance with FCBD Instructor Wendy Allen
Dance Fundamentals (Level 1) Wednesdays 7-8pm

Tribal Combinations   (Level 2) Wednesdays 8-9pm

These classes are hosted by Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Ave, Alameda, CA 94501. Please contact Rhythmix for class fees and details.
Phone: 510-865-5060 Web: www.rhythmix.org
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