Learn How to Belly Dance in 5 Steps!
Belly Motions has developed structured 8-week Programs designed to teach the ancient art of Belly Dance to women of all ages and abilities!
Whether your intention of study is for fun, fitness, or future performing, you will be introduced to a new world of thinking, feeling, and moving. Here at Belly Motions you will get a great workout, learn to dance, meet new friends, and make many memories that will be cherished forever!
Students have the option of studying in a group setting or privately for more personalized attention. Group Classes are offered on specific times during the week, and private lessons may be scheduled by appointment.
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Step 1: The Beginner 1 Program
The Fundamentals
This introductory 8-week Program is designed to teach the fundamental movements of Belly Dance in a step-by-step format. There are 5 main movements found in Belly Dance: Sharp Isolations, Smooth Isolations, Shimmies, Traveling Steps & Turns. The Beginner 1 Program will explore all of these moves with the exception of Turns (to be taught in the Intermediate 1 Program). Students will learn to perform the proper execution and technique of movements, with focus on correct posture, utilization of muscles and physical endurance. Basic Veil and Finger Cymbal technique will also be introduced.
The Beginner 1 Program (8 classes) is $130.oo with a Registration Fee of $20.00 for new students. Once enrolled, students are encouraged to attend as many additional Beginner 1 classes as they would like. They may do so in one of two ways: $18.00 per class or purchase a prepaid 10 Class Card for $150.
Upcoming Beginner 1 Program Start Dates:
Mondays 6:30pm: March 19th or May 14th
Tuesdays 10:30am: April 3rd or May 29th
Tuesdays 6:30pm: April 3rd or May 29th
Wednesdays 6:30pm: March 28th or May 23rd
Saturdays 11:00am: Mar 3rd or April 28th
Sundays 11:00am: Feb 19th or April 22nd
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Ste
p 2: The Beginner 2 Program
Movement Applied
Students continue their study of Belly Dance with the Beginner 2 Program. In this 8-week Program, students will learn to layer and travel with movements learned in the Beginner 1 Program. Additionally, students will be introduced to arm and foot positions, musicality, basic combinations, as well as more complex movements, Finger Cymbal and Veil technique. The Beginner 2 Program is $130.00. Once enrolled, students are encouraged to attend as many additional classes per week at or below their level as they would like. They may do so in one of two ways: $18.00 per class or purchase a prepaid 10 Class Card for $150.00.
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Upcoming Beginner 2 Program Start Dates:
Tuesdays 11:45am: April 3rd or May 29th
Tuesdays 7:45pm: April 3rd or May 29th
Thursdays 6:30pm: March 22nd or May 17
Saturdays 12:15pm: Mar 3rd or April 28th
Sundays 12:15pm: Feb 19th or April 22nd
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Step 3: The Intermediate 1 Program
Footwork, Turns, and Intricate Combos
Students progress to the Intermediate 1 Program. In this 8-week Program, students will be introduced to advanced footwork and intricate combinations. Students will also learn to incorporate turns and transitions as well as more advanced use of Finger Cymbals and Veil technique while dancing! The Intermediate 1 Program is $130.00. Once enrolled, students are encouraged to attend as many additional classes per week at or below their level as they would like. They may do so in one of two ways: $18.00 per class or purchase a prepaid 10 Class Card for $150.00.
Upcoming Intermediate 1 Program Start Dates:
Mondays 7:45pm: May 14th or September 10th (Program time rotates with Int. 2)
Tuesdays 1:00pm: April 3rd or May 29th
Saturdays 1:30pm: March 3rd or April 28th
Sundays 1:30pm: Feb 19th or April 22nd
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Step 4: The Intermediate 2 Program
History, Culture, and Choreography
The final 8-week program is the Intermediate 2 Program. In this program, students are introduced to cultural and musical understandings of Egyptian/Oriental Dance. Students will learn choreography, and will be exposed to various props and their significance. Upon passing the Dance Evaluation and a written test, the student will Graduate from their foundational studies, and are now ready to advance their education in the art of Belly Dance! The Intermediate 2 Program is $130.00. Once enrolled, students are encouraged to attend as many additional classes per week at or below their level as they would like. They may do so in one of two ways: $18.00 per class or purchase a prepaid 10 Class Card for $150.00.
Upcoming Intermediate 2 Program Start Dates:
Mondays 7:45pm: March 19th or July9th (Program time rotates with Int. 1)
Saturdays 2:45pm: March 3rd or April 28th
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Step 5: Advanced Classes, Workshops, Choreography Programs and more!
Continuing Education
Upon completion of the Beginner and Intermediate Programs, students will move into Advanced Classes, Workshops, Choreography Programs, Private Classes and other Enrichment Programs. Advanced classes and Workshops are open and on-going. These classes will cover technique, stylization, choreographies, Arabic rhythms, dancing with props, and many other challenging concepts! Choreography Programs will teach an entire dance routine and students will have opportunities to perform in upcoming Belly Motions theater productions!
Ongoing Advanced Classes
Tuesdays 2:00pm Advanced with Portia
Tuesdays 8:45pm Advanced with Roshana Nofret
Wednesdays 7:45pm Advanced with Caitlin Ray
Thursdays 7:45pm Advanced with Portia
Open Ongoing Classes
Mondays 5:30pm HipNotica™ (Belly Dance Fitness!) with Luisa (Open to All Levels)
Wednesdays 5:30pm HipNotica™ (Belly Dance Fitness!) with Portia (Open to All Levels)
Thursdays 12:15pm HipNotica™ (Belly Dance Fitness!) with Luisa (Open to All Levels)
Thursdays 8:45pm Bollywood with Narayani (Open to All Levels)
Fridays 7:00pm American Belly Dance: Fundamentals with Caitlin Ray (Open to Beginner 2 and Up)
Fridays 8:00pm American Belly Dance: Foot-work & Flavor! with Caitlin Ray (Open to Intermediate 2 and Up)
Saturdays 9:00am HipNotica™ (Belly Dance Fitness!) with Caitlin Ray (Open to All Levels)
Workshops and Choreography Programs
Workshops, Choreography, and Specialty Programs range in length and price and are designed for specific dance levels, Beginner through Advanced. Instructors focus on level specific material and choreographies fundamental to strengthening technique and developing stylization. Please visit our Workshops and Events page for a list of Workshops, Choreography Programs, and other Events hosted by Advanced and Master Instructors here at Belly Motions!
Company Policies
Programs are Non-Refundable
Students registered for any Program or Workshop have a reserved spot in that class and are making a commitment to participate. For this reason, Programs and Workshops are non-refundable. Students may transfer from one Program session to another within the first three weeks, space permitting. Belly Motions must be notified and transfer must be acknowledged. Workshop transfers are not permitted.
Program Space
There are only 25 students accepted per Program for all Beginner and Intermediate Programs. Workshop participation is also limited depending on Instructor requirements; please refer to Workshop Announcement for details. We highly recommend pre-registering online, over the phone or in person AT LEAST TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM START OR WORKSHOP DATE to reserve your place in the Program or Workshop.
Program Attendance
Students are permitted two make-up classes per 8-week Program. Please try to attend every class in order. Beginner 1 students may make up a missed class by attending any other Beginner 1 class offered during the week within the 8-week period. The same applies to Beginner 2 as well as Intermediate students. For students who miss 3 or more classes, a $18.00 walk-in fee will apply to each make-up thereafter. Make-ups must take place before the end of the 8-week Program! If Beginner or Intermediate students wish to take more than one class during the week, they may walk-in to additional classes for $18.00 or use their 10-Class Card.
Program Completion
Students enrolled in the Beginner through Intermediate Programs will be evaluated throughout each Program and will receive a PASS or REPEAT on the last day of class. In the Intermediate 2 Program, students are also required to take a written test on the last day of class. Once passed, they will receive a Certificate of Completion.
Class Etiquette
- Students will need a Coin Belt/Hip Scarf, Veil and set of Finger Cymbals for every class.
- Students should arrive early to class as classes begin on time. Late students must check in with their Instructor after class for attendance purposes.
- All personal belongings should be placed in the cubbies provided. Belly Motions is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
- Cell phones should be silenced during class.
- Gum chewing is not permitted in the studio.
We’re looking forward to seeing you in class!
