Advanced Technique & Combinations

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE PAGE as your questions are likely answered below. Thank you.
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DESCRIPTION:

This class is designed for students who want to be a professional belly dancer (or just dance like one).

It is designed to be challenging and to help dancers reach their full potential. Practice between classes is a must. Combinations will be reviewed but not re-taught. These combos are derived from dances performed by Atlantis World Dance Company but will not be taught as a full choreography. If a student misses a class, private lessons are available but not required. There will be no required public performances. Students in this level that would like to perform as a small group may schedule a semi-private lesson with Linda (at a discounted rate) to learn a choreography/perfect their own choreography.

To encourage you in using the skills you learned in class, students are encouraged to present their own choreographies/improvisation for group feedback at the end of classes. You must schedule this with Linda at least the day before. There will only be one such performance per class. This is not required and there is no deadline for doing such a performance.

Advanced level classes will help you explore Belly Dance in more complexity. Though there is no audition required to be in the class, there may be times when a student is asked to either add a lower level technique class or wait until their technique is at an appropriate level for the class. If you have studied primarily Tribal style belly dance with little or no experience in Oriental styles, it is suggested that you begin in the intermediate technique class for at least a few weeks before starting the advanced class.

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SCHEDULE, LOCATION, & DIRECTIONS:

Sundays 3:00 – 4:00pm
at The Dancer’s E.D.G.E. in Brentwood, TN

  • These classes are ongoing unless noted in the cancellations below, via Linda’s email list, and/or via text message.
  • Please be sure you are on Linda’s mailing list: Join mailing list
  • IMPORTANT: Because of the limited number of students attending this class, and fluctuations in Belly Dance event schedules, students MUST RSVP by 1pm, the day of class.
  • Linda will text an RSVP reminder to all registered students between Saturday and Sunday morning.
  • Most classes meet without any changes. However, if there are fewer than 4 confirmed students by 1pm that day, class will be canceled/moved to Linda’s home studio.
  • If a student RSVP’s that they are coming and does not notify Linda of any change before 1pm, the student will be charged for that class, regardless of their actual attendance.
  • TEXT MESSAGING is the preferred method of contact for RSVP’s. If you do NOT want to be contacted this way, please make a note in your registration form or Contact Linda directly.
  • Students may start taking class at any time, but must Register and RSVP ahead of time.
  • Students are welcome to pay as a “drop-in” as well as purchase packages.
  • To register for this class, click here: Student registration (Please notify us in the message section if receiving and sending texts from your listed number is a problem.)
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    • CLASS CANCELATIONS:

    - None currently scheduled
    Canceled classes do not count against your class packages.

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    PRICING:

  • DROP-IN: $15 ($10 for first time students and students currently enrolled in beginner or intermediate troupes.) Great for just giving it a try or keeping up with your technique.
  • 5-CLASS PACKAGE: $60 (1st time students=$50) use within 7 weeks.
  • 10-CLASS PACKAGE: $100 (1st time students= $90) use within 14 weeks.
  • 15-CLASS PACKAGE: Best Value – Great For Busy Schedules! $135 (1st time students=$125) use within 6 months.
  • No group class make-up for expired technique packages.
  • Students may pay by cash or check when they arrive. No credit cards accepted on site.

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    GETTING STARTED:

  • Students may start at any time.
  • Please fill out a Registration form here: Student Registration
  • All Technique classes are ongoing unless specified on this website or Linda’s mailing list.
  • Click here to add your email to the email list and be sure to reply to the confirmation email.
  • For general questions about classes (including what to wear) and Belly Dance please see:
    Frequently Asked Questions page click here and
    About Mid-East Dance click here.

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    PREREQUISITES

    Students in Intermediate Technique group classes: If you are currently enrolled in an Intermediate technique class, you should complete at least 1 year of these classes before moving into Advanced technique. If you are interested in performing, you should consider going from beginner technique to beginner troupe first (see below).

    Students taking private classes: Because students in private classes may move faster that those taking group classes, After about 1 year, consult your teacher or stop by for a $10 drop in to see if you’re ready for this class.

    Students in the Intermediate Troupe: After being in the troupe for at least 6 months (and assuming you’ve been in Intermediate technique for at least 6 months to a year), you may want to add the Advanced technique class to your schedule. This will help guide you into more advanced dancing without loosing the opportunity to do group performances.

    Advanced/Professional students: You will find this to be perfect for continuing to hone your craft. Combinations will be challenging but will give you a chance to learn no ways of combining movements while maintaining your stage presence.

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    For general questions about classes (including what to wear) and Belly Dance please see the following pages:

  • Frequently Asked Questions page click here and
  • About Mid-East Dance click here.