"Level up" your bellydance
Are you an intermediate/improver or advanced bellydancer ready to take your oriental dance to the next level?
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Then join Jessica's small group, 6 week course in Central London.
Each week you'll learn new and challenging technique explained in a clear and accessible way, exciting choreographic combinations,
with corrections and feedback throughout the course to help you achieve your full potential.
Dates and times:
5th June (Wednesday) 8.30pm - 10pm
11th June - 9th July (Tuesdays) 8pm - 9.30pm
Location: Unit3 Studios (Flow dance), Oval (3 mins from Oval tube)
Address: Unit 3, Ground Floor, Canterbury Court, Kennington Park Business Centre, 1-3 Brixton Rd, London SW9 6DE
Price: £98 (early bird price until May 22nd)
£110 (regular price)
Technique focused lessons with clear explanations
Small group, capped class size and supportive atmosphere
Reasons to join us
Exciting, inspiring and challenging choreographic combinations
Clear corrections and supporting, in and out of class
Expert, award winning teacher with 15 years of experience
In this course we will cover:
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Powerful hip technique and isolations (including Soheir Zakis, horse step, locks etc.)
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'Secrets' to graceful arms, hands and upper body movements, that's tailored to you.
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Show-stopping shimmies- different types, variations and exercises for your best shimmy yet.
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Shimmy layering.
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Correct posture, feet and leg work.
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Travelling steps and turns (including chasses, Dina steps and arabesques).
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Feeling grounded and dancing with power and elegance.
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Secrets to smooth transitions and fluidity.
We will also cover:
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Musicality, including understanding Egyptian music (key rhythms, instruments and musical structure).
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Cultural and historical context.
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Expression, stage presence and performance skills.
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What's included:​
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6 x 90 minute small group classes in Central London.
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Weekly homework, with feedback on WhatsApp or Telegram (optional, but encouraged!).
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WhatsApp group chat for participants.
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Recordings of combinations and drills.
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Bonus content and special offers for future courses and private classes.
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Note: for combinations or advanced technique, I will offer options in class with different levels of difficulty - you can choose when you're ready to take it up a gear!
About your teacher
Jessica is an International teacher and performer with over 15 years experience in bellydance. Her style is best described as elegant oriental true to the Egyptian musicality and roots of the dance, with the latest up-to-date, modern and exciting technique. She is known for her clear explanations of technique and extensive knowledge and is an in-demand teacher as a result.
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Jessica has studied with, and been mentored by, master teachers to develop her own unique style and travels regularly to festivals and to Cairo to enhance her knowledge and learning.
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Jessica has won various International Competitions, including first place in Rising Star category at Leylet Hob festival (Switzerland, 2024), first place in semi-professional Oriental and Folklore categories at Safar Festival (Italy, 2024), and 2nd place in professional category in the Bellydance Now International Competition.
Jessica is a highly sought after performer and has danced in restaurants, parties and weddings for many years across the UK.
FAQ
Q. Will this course be too difficult for me?
A. There will be options offered within classes to adapt to different experience levels. Technique is taught from first principles so students of different experience levels will be able to take part. Do get in touch to discuss if you have any doubts.
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Q. What will each class be like?
A. Each class will be different, but we will have a warm-up, cover technique and exercises/drills, learn and work on combinations to oriental songs (classical and pop), practice variations, learn crucial theory, etc. You will leave feeling inspired with a sense of achievement!
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Q. What if I can't make a class due to holiday or illness?
A. By prior arrangement, the class can be recorded for you to catch up in your own time.
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Q. Can I just book individual classes?
A. Given the nature of the course, students will get the most out of attending the full course as we will build upon the technique each week.
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Q. Will this course be challenging enough for me? I perform in restaurants/at competitions
A. Yes! this course will be great for you to expand your technique arsenal, correct any bad habits and get inspired with new combinations and skills.
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Q. Why have you limited participant numbers?
A. Participants are limited so that I can give each student time and attention, rather than for reasons of studio space. Once the course is full, it's full.
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