These classes are presented in the exciting Tribal Style (lead/follow) format, and will feature moves and combinations suitable for all levels and styles of belly dance.
Fundamentals of belly dance technique are emphasized, as well as dance posture, arm positioning, safe ways to warm up and cool down, tips for performing, how to play finger cymbals (zils), and most of all, how to have fun and enjoy yourself while learning this beautiful art form. If you love to dance, you will love this class!
Zils and hip scarves are available to borrow or purchase; students should wear comfortable clothing, and are encouraged to wear light socks, dance shoes or bare feet during class.
Recommended for students who are new to Tribal bellydance or would like to brush up on the basic vocabulary of Tribal bellydance and group improvisation.
Next class session begins on May 21 based on preregistration of a minimum of 3 students. Drop-ins welcome as space permits at $18 per class. Maximum enrollment 15 students.
World In Motion now offers online registration! Click HERE to complete an online registration form and waiver.
Payment options include PayPal (now available via the online registration form), checks or cash. World In Motion does not accept credit or debit cards for payment.
If paying via PayPal, please note there is a handling fee for using PayPal which is included in the online pricing.
If paying by check, please make checks payable to World In Motion and send them to:
World In Motion LLC
10235-500 Chapel Hill Road
Morrisville, NC 27560
Please note: Discounts on class fees are calculated by the date the payment is made either online via PayPal/in person at the studio or by the postmark date on mailed items.
Fees:
- Normal preregistration price (valid until May 20): $72/6 week session
- Regular price (valid after May 20): $84/6 week session
Here are some of the fabulous and exciting moves and concepts that you will learn over the course of several sessions of Tribal Level 1: Arabic (moving, turning)
Egyptian (moving, 1/4 and 1/2 turns)
Basic Choo-Choo (turning, moving w/2 returns: Choo-Choo and Arabic)
Pestle (w/Left-side 1/4 turn variations)
Snake Arms (moving, turning, levels)
Hip/Chest Slides/Circles (moving, turning)
Chest Lifts/Drops
Hip Bumps (moving, turning, levels)
4/4 Hip Shimmies
Basic Ghawazee (moving, 1/4 turns)
3/4 Hip Shimmies – half time (moving, turning)
Taxeem
Maya
Shoulder Bumps (moving, turning, levels)
Shoulder Shimmies (moving, turning, levels)
Floreos
Additional moves that may be covered in TL 1:
Arabic Front Swoop – aka Arabic Left, Center, Right, Center
Ghawazee Variations
Concepts:
Basic tribal posture and stance
Tribal formations
Leader transitions (“Volleyball” w/ R glance cue; from a turning move)
Interested in moving up to Tribal Level 2?
Before a student can move up to Tribal Level 2, she/he must be able to properly execute and fully understand the above fundamental moves and concepts. A minimum of 3 sessions of Tribal Level 1 AND approval by the Tribal Level 2 instructor is required prior to enrolling in this class. If you have questions about Tribal Level 2 or your progress in Tribal Level 1, please talk with Sashi or Nandana or contact World In Motion.