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DESCRIPTION:
This class is the second stepping-stone to learning Belly Dance. The Beginner Troupe classes cover introductory level choreography, stage/performance technique, and sometimes special classes on props such as veils, finger cymbals, etc.

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PREREQUISITES
Because Belly Dance has an extensive movement vocabulary, students should have about 6 months of Linda’s beginner 1 classes or the equivalent from another instructor (not including videos) before joining the troupe. Of course some students will need more or less time than others to be ready for this. So if you are unsure of which class to take, feel free to contact Linda to find the right class for you.

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PERFORMANCES
As a troupe, dancers are expected to do at least 2 performances per year. There will be many more opportunities for students to perform as a group. Students may choose to perform in each one or in only the 2 with which they feel most comfortable.

Performances will include hafla/belly dance party events. Students will not be performing for the general public. There is no audition required to join the group.

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COSTUMES
Students are responsible for the cost of their costumes. Linda will arrange, whenever possible, for wholesale prices on required costumes. Students are not required to show their stomach or any other body part with which they they feel uncomfortable showing. Linda will present costume options for the troupe and students will vote on the final decision. New costumes will be purchased at least once per year, more often if the troupe agrees to do so.

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OTHER INFO
Some classes or sessions of classes will be open to general students as well as troupe members depending on the topics. These times will be noted in the schedule below.

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PRICING:

  • This level is offered in class packages only unless otherwise specified in the schedule.
  • Students may purchase packages of 4 or 8 weeks. 4 weeks at a time= $48, 8 weeks at a time= $80

    Discounts and Missed Classes:

  • If you miss a class during a choreography, you may use the dollar equivilant towards a private lesson or you may drop in on a level 1 class of your choice.
  • Missed class credits must be used within 2 months of the missed class.

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    GETTING STARTED:

  • Students may start only at the beginning of the choreography unless other arrangements are made in advance with Linda or noted in the schedule.
  • Please fill out a registration form before coming to class: CLICK HERE
  • All Beginner Troupe classes are listed in the schedule below. However, in case of schedule changes, be sure to join Linda’s mailing listclick here.
  • For general questions about Linda’s classes (including what to wear) or Middle Eastern Dance, please see:
    Frequently Asked Questions: click here About Mid-East Dance click here

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    SCHEDULE
    (Click on the studio name for directions and info)

    WEDNESDAYS: 7:35-8:35 pm at The Dancer’s Edge in Brentwood- MAY 20TH ONLY, CLASS WILL BE RELOCATED TO Essey’s Rug Gallery in The Factory at Franklin: click here for temporary location info.

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    Current class cancellations are as follows:
    MAY 20TH ONLY CLASS WILL BE HELD AT Essey’s Rug Gallery in The Factory at Franklin: click here for temporary location info.

    Canceled classes do not count against your class packages.
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