Faculty Syllabus

Traditional and modern techniques of Middle Eastern Dance emphasizing personal creativity and fluidity of movement.

This is a hybrid class utilizing in-person and online teaching. 

We will cover the basic technique of isolations with slow and fast movements. Finger cymbals and veil technique will also be taught and it is highly recommended that these be purchased for the class, but they can be borrowed for in-class use.

Comfortable clothing with hipline and ribline delineation.

Both improvisational and choreographic techniques will be utilized.

On line portion of this course is viewing and doing the Basic Instructional 4-part DVD  Bellydance! with Z-Helene. A short review of each part is required.

Final is an OPTIONAL END OF CLASS RECITAL-- in class showcase, invite of friends and family. Dancers do  group and/or individual dances. You do not have to perform, but you do have to come to the recital. 

This is a fun class where you really will learn how to belly dance! A good attitude is the best.

Kinesiology Exit Exam

Suggested, not required: Serpent of the Nile, Wendy Buonaventurea; IBSN 1-56656-300-3, Interlink Book Publication

1. Basic Isolations-- common MIddle Eastern Dance vocabulary is taught.

2. Group Improvisation--  to warm muscles and invoke creativity

3. Group Choreography-- dance where the steps and the music go together, very specific.

4. History-- roots of Middle eastern Dance

1. To learn the fundamentals, skills and basic history of Middle Eastern Dance.

2. To learn how to use one's own personality and creativity for an artistic expression through Middle Eastern Dance.

3. To understand the different instruments and rhythms associated with Middle Eastern Dance.

4.To understand ME Dance improvisation vs Choreography and to gain an appreciation of them both.

5. To learn how to play finger cymbals, zills.

6. To learn how to manipulate and dance with a 3-4 yard veil.

7. To learn how to perform Middle Eastern Dance