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Anyone can enjoy the experience
of learning to bellydance!
If you have never danced a step in your life, or if you
are experienced in other types of dance, you are encouraged
to explore this healthy form of movement.
Jenna's
classes (see schedule below)
are designed to be clear and easy to follow,
yet challenging, in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. In
beginner classes, movements and steps are broken down systematically,
always stressing strong posture, safe technique and
graceful movement. Intermediate, Advanced and choreography
classes are rooted in technique, and help develop a dancer's
poise, presentation, transitions & expression.
Jenna
has been teaching middle-eastern dance since 1997, and became
AFAA (Aerobic & Fitness Association of America) certified
in 1999. She has conducted middle-eastern dance workshops
at universities, corporate health programs and dance studios
in New York, Tokyo, Singapore, New Mexico & Miami. You
can book Jenna to teach a workshop in your area;
please see the contact information at the bottom of this
page. You can read a review of Jenna's Albuquerque choreography
on our Press Page and see a writeup
of her Veil Workshop here.
Private
lessons or
specially-arranged group classes are available by appointment.
A great way to celebrate baby showers, bridal showers,
and bachelorette parties with
your friends. Please ask about
gift certificates.
"I
love your style- it can take a dancer anywhere."
C.J., Idaho
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CLASS
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Jenna
teaching belly dance at Interfaith Yoga, NYC 2004......
photo: Stephen Lafleur
L.A.
CLASS SCHEDULE | Winter
2009-2010
: : WINTER BREAK : :
No group classes from Dec. 22 through Jan. 3 -- Private Lessons avail.
by appt.
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Our beautiful new studio, DanceGarden! Opened April 2007.
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8-9:15pm
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Beginner/Intermediate
Bellydance
Veil
Work & Finger Cymbal Drills
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If
you are interested in adding the flair of the veil or the rhythm
of the finger cymbals (zil or sagat) to your bellydancing, or
if you are familiar with these props but want to be able to make
the veil dance with you and the zils sing, this class is for you.
Jenna's systematic drills for dancing with veil & cymbals
are designed to give you total control over these props while
dancing, with practice of course! Please bring your own veil and
cymbals if you have them, if not there will be a limited number
for loan. Some veils/zils also available for sale. This class
is not recommended for new beginners. Some knowledge of basic
bellydance movements is suggested. |
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6:15
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January 7 - February 25 2010
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Intro
to Bellydance
8-week
course
for Beginners
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This
course is an introduction to the most popular basic moves in
bellydance. Great for new bellydance students -- you'll see
the steps broken down and explained in ways that you can really
get the movements and learn how to bellydance safely and beautifully!
Plus -- register before Jan. 5 and get a free bellydance hip
sash with coins!
This
class is REGISTRATION ONLY! Secure your spot here
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7:30
- 8:30pm |
Beginner
Bellydance |
The
perfect class for those bellydance students who have completed
Jenna's Intro to Bellydance or Bellydance Crash Course, or for
those who have had a class or 2 with another bellydance teacher.
We'll drill the basic moves of bellydance, and put them together
into fun combinations that you can use in your dancing! |
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2-3pm
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Beginner/Intermediate
Bellydance
Technique
& Combinations
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This
mixed-level class will focus on drilling bellydance steps and
putting them together into combinations in place and across the
floor. Complete bellydance choreographies will periodically be
included at the end of each class, especially before DanceGarden's
annual Spring & Holiday Fiestas! This class is suitable for
beginners who have completed the introductory course, and to intermediate
students as well. As always in Jenna's bellydance classes, dance
posture and safe technique are stressed, in an attempt to let
you dance with comfort and ease.
Update: Fall 2009 - we've begun working on a choreography for
DanceGarden's Holiday Fiesta -- an upbeat dance to DJ Nader's
Tigi Niqsim Al Amar remix, with a debke flair! |
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6-7pm
STARTS
JANUARY 10
2010
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Advanced/Professional
Bellydance
Layering,
Artistry and Improvisation for Performance
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This
class is for experienced students and professional bellydancers
or aspiring professionals. We'll work on dancing your best, being
expressive and working out all the finer details that make bellydancing
beautiful and captivating. Drilling, Choreography, Props, Layering
and Improv work may be included. No beginners, please. |
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: WINTER BREAK : :
No group classes from Dec. 22 through Jan. 3 -- Private Lessons
avail. by appt.
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PRICING:
One
class: $15.00
Ten-class
card $110.00
(Save 40$!)
Packages available for purchase online
at the bottom of the page, or in our boutique or in person at
DanceGarden! |
LOCATION:
DanceGarden
Studio in Atwater Village
3407 B Glendale Blvd.; Los Angeles 90039
Close to the 2 and 5 freeways.
San
Fernando is the nearest major cross street.
Click here
for driving directions from Yahoo! |
| WHAT
TO WEAR: Please wear comfortable clothing that
allows free movement, like what you might wear to a yoga or exercise
class.
Barefeet or dance slippers recommended. No street shoes are allowed
on the dance floor.You may wish to tie a scarf around the hips.
For classes using veils & zils, please bring your own veil
and finger cymbals/ zils/ sagat if you have them. We will have
some available in class to borrow if you don't.
PAYMENT:
Cash is preferred for single classes or 2 classes back to back.
Credit Cards and checks accepted at DanceGarden for class cards
& Dance Passports. (25$ minimum purchase for credit/debit
cards, or there is a fee.)
CANCELLATIONS:
All classes are ongoing, meeting every week (except for Intro
Course, for which registration is required).
There is no need for reservations or pre-registration --Drop-ins
are welcome in the appropriate level. Feel free to call or email
if you are unsure of your level.
Planned cancellations will be listed on the schedule ahead
of time.
Same-day cancellations are rare, but in case of uncertainty,
you may call 213.739.3755 where cancellations ONLY will be announced
on the outgoing message. If there is no mention of schedule, class
is on! |
LEARN
AT HOME
with Jenna's Basics & Beyond Instructional
BELLYDANCE DVDs available
ONLINE
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| PRIVATE
CLASSES AVAILABLE
Please
contact Jenna at 213-739-3755 to schedule an appointment. |
SPECIAL
BELLYDANCE WORKSHOPS IN L.A., N.Y. and around the world! SEE EVENTS
PAGE
Jenna
is a partner in the Passion for Dance
Project, offering assistance to talented dancers without sufficient
financial means to pursue their dreams. Scholarship students may take
her class as part of the program.
To
find bellydance and middle-eastern folk dance teachers in other areas
of the world, please try
www.shira.net
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Words
of Inspiration from Tamalyn Dallal:
"The student phase is like childhood. It
is beautiful, and if you don't have a childhood, adulthood can
be pretty messed up. I have seen people jump into the professional
arena too fast. They get jaded and look for the attention and
money more than the art and enjoyment. Art is a gift, and when
you open it, you need to share it. Do so with heart, for people
who appreciate you and give you energy. ...Be a child in this
dance for a long time and savor it. Don't think that because someone
else is doing something, you have to do it. You have to be seasoned
and thick skinned as a professional, so don't rush to get that
way. Also, learn, learn, learn..Not just new steps, but how these
dances came about and where they are from. Learn about the world."
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See
Photos from Jenna's Middle-Eastern Dance Student Showcases in NYC
Jenna with bellydance students at her Albuquerque 2006 Egyptian
pop choreography workshop.
Read
the review here!
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(213)
739-3755