Classes

Several members of Raq-a-Belly dance! are renowned teachers in the Edmonton area. Take a gander at where and what we teach and pick a class. You won’t regret it!

Jodi/Nuwayrah

Big News! Jodi has opened her very own studio! Go to School of Raq. to check out all the great classes she, and several other fabulous teachers, are offering!

Whether you want to become a bellydance sensation, get fit, try something new, or just get out of the house for a little while, I will do whatever it takes to help you obtain your goals. I want my students to get what they need out of my classes, whatever that may be. My goal is to hopefully pass on a tiny bit of my passion for this art form to my students. The disclaimer: You. Will. Work. I have been teaching people how to move their bodies in extraordinary fashions for half my life (boy, do I feel old realizing that!). Bellydance requires strength and stamina in order to execute techniques properly. Luckily, both of these are learned skills! We need to train our bodies to be stronger and last longer and that’s where the working part comes in!

I also teach here at the following three centres. Please check out their recreation guides or email me for more info. jodi@raqabellydance.com.

Edmonton City Arts Centre (10943 84 Ave)
Register at your nearest City of Edmonton Fitness Centre or by calling 311

Sept 17 – Dec 3 (no class Sept 24 or Oct 8)
Saturdays – 10:00am – 11:30am Raks Sharki Level 2
Saturdays – 11:30am – 1:00pm Raks Sharki Level 1

Terwillegar Community Rec. Centre (2051 Leger Rd)
Register at your nearest City of Edmonton Fitness Centre or by calling 311

Sept 17 – Dec 3 (no class Sept 24 or Oct 8)
Saturdays – 3:15pm – 4:45pm Raks Sharki Level 1

Londonderry Fitness and Leisure Centre (14528 66 St)
Register at your nearest City of Edmonton Fitness Centre or by calling 311

Sept 18 – Dec 4 (no class Sept 24 or Oct 8)
Sundays – 1:45pm – 3:15pm Raks Sharki Level 1 (NEW TIME!)
Sundays – 3:30pm – 5:00pm Raks Sharki Level 2 (NEW CLASS!)

Karen/Nazmiye

I am the lady who gets all 11 Raq-a-Bellians to do insane formation work. What does this mean in terms of my teaching? It means that my patience knows no bounds. Joking aside, dancing gives me more joy than anything else in life and that joy shines through both when I dance and when I teach. Join me for some shimmies and giggles!

I teach Lv 1 Raqs Sharqi at Bedouin Beats. Check out Bedouin Beats for more info.

Kristy/Sukaynah

We are so pleased to welcome Kristy to the teaching team! Kristy started teaching in the spring of 2010. Kristy is an enthusiastic teacher whose excitement and exuberance always make you happy to shake and shimmy your way through her classes. She is elated to be taking the first steps down the path marked Belly Dance Teacher and hopes that every step brings her and her students happiness through dancing!

Believe Yoga Studio#228, 5906-50 Street Leduc, Alberta
Contact Believe Yoga for classes.

April 13-June 15
Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm Drop In Bellydance (all levels welcome)
Wednesdays 7:15-8:45pm Beginner Bellydance Choreography Class

Stacey/Caasi

As a dancer, I’m known for my veil work. As a teacher, I’m known for explaining moves in creative (some might even say “weird”) and effective ways that will have you shimmying and belly rolling in no time! I will also get you to do things with a veil that you never thought possible. My Intro to Bellydance class is open to ALL ages of women (aka: Goddesses) looking to learn the basics of belly dance, while enjoying a morning out with friends. It’s an informal atmosphere and the best part? The kids are in school! For more info: caasi@raqabellydance.com.

Glenora Community League (10426 136 St)
For more info & to register: caasi@raqabellydance.com

Oct 05 – Dec 07
Wednesdays 9:30-11:00 am – Intro to Bellydance

Precision Martial Arts Academy & Wellness Studio (#207, 10807 Castle Downs Road)
Register by contacting Precision Martial Arts Academy (780-472-6238)

On-Going Class
Mondays 6:30 – 8:00 pm – Belly Basics

Tania

I started teaching bellydance full-time in 2008. My main goal is to create a fun, warm atmosphere where my students can play while they work. I have my Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification so I can make your body not just groove, but groove safely. I seem to be doing something right, as I am running 10 or more classes a week, thanks to the fabulous students who keep registering in my classes. My passion is Tribal Fusion, but I love to teach all styles!

I teach at Bedouin Beats, School of Raq. A full listing of my classes and their descriptions is on my website, www.taniasbelly.com.