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 new 6 week course will start Tuesday Tuesday 4 Nov, Friday 7 Nov and Saturday 8 Nov 2008. No pre-registration necessary, just arrive 15-20 minutes prior to class start time.
Class cancellations: no class Halloween Fri 31 Oct Class changes: we will have class Tues 28 Oct and Sat 1 Nov as open format (that means just come on in and dance!)
For more information 415-431-4322 or fcbd@earthlink.net
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ON GOING CLASSES
Dance
Fundamentals (Level 1)
Tribal Combinations (Level
2)
Drills (Level
3)
Improv Choreography (Level
3)
Drills/Improv
Choreography (Level 3)
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SPECIALTY CLASSES
Beginning
ATS Belly Dance in the East Bay
Observe
an Improv Performance Class Sat
18 Oct
Dance
Conditioning Class
Exclusive
Fusion Workshop with Samanta Hasthorpe Thu 9 Oct download
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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 3) 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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SPECIALTY CLASSES |
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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Sat 18 Oct : Observe an Improv Performance Class
An opportunity for FCBD intermediate/advanced students to perform for a live audience in a casual setting. Students will be challenged with a set of music and real life performance situations. Audience will consist of FCBD students, troupe members and guests. Instructor will guide both participating students and audience members in observing the creative process. Please invite your friends! Stay tuned for more dates!
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Dance Conditioning with Anita Lalwani
Bellydance specific fitness training with foam rollers, physio balls, tubing, and free weights!
Certified Personal Fitness Trainer, FCBD instructor and troupemember Anita Lalwani has designed a fitness program to make you a better bellydancer! Develop the core strength, posture and inner intelligence that will improve your dancing and improve your health. The FCBD studio becomes a gym, we turn up the music and start having fun drilling moves that will transform your dance technique. This is a progressive 8-week course with 2 make up sessions. Classes will be held at the FCBD Studio on Sunday mornings from 10 – 11:30AM. All levels of dancers are welcome.
Session runs from Sunday 5 Oct - 23 Nov, 2008
Class fee: $150 ($125 if you register before 1 Oct 2008)
To register, contact Anita at anitashomeoffice@yahoo.com
Class Size is Limited so sign up now! |
Thu 9 Oct : Exclusive Fusion Workshop with Samantha Hasthorpe
Samantha will discuss the art of tribal fusion through practicing short, distinctive and creative combinations with the elegance, flair and attitude stylistic of Tribal Style Belly Dance. Hone muscular isloation, strong posture and clean technique. Bring a yoga mat and water. Visit snakechamasame.uk for more info about Sam. Sign up at fcbd@earthlink.net |
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