Day & Time

Mondays

Continuing Belly Dance

6 - 7:15 pm

Beginner Belly Dance

7:30 - 8:45 pm

There will be no class on Memorial Day, May 26, 2008.

Belly Dance Prices

Senior & Student Prices

Students must present current ID. Senior discount age 62 with ID.

Felicia McNeill

Felicia began performing professionally in 1995 with the Sisters of Salome belly dance troupe, and by 1997 had started teaching. In addition to private lessons, she has taught belly dance as a continuing education program at U Mass Amherst, at the Pagan Community House, and at festivals such as Starwood, Forestdance, and Spiritfire.
 
Felicia has appeared on stage with several live music bands, including Mawwal and Incus, and as a guest of Gene Loves Jezebel. She has toured the US several times, dancing at nightclubs, concert events, festivals, and special events.
 
Additionally Felicia teaches costume design at the Pioneer Valley Performing Arts High School and is the assistant manager of the U Mass Amherst costume department.

Belly Dance with Felicia McNeill

Belly Dance celebrates life, love, and sacred dance. Dance brings energy through our bodies and whether your goal is to exercise, perform, or to simply dance; expanding your movement vocabulary frees your body and personal expression. In Belly Dance we are also empowered to interact with each other as we move.

In the beginner class we will explore the fundamental movements that articulated isolations and serpentine movements. These movements creat a foundation to further studies in any style of belly dance. The intermediate/advanced class will refine technique and explore a variety of styles of belly dance.

Wear comfortable clothing, hip scarves and coin belts are welcome!

We review often – join anytime, drop-ins welcome!

Beginner Belly Dance : Fundamentals

This on going class will introduce students to the fundamentals of belly dance. No dance experience is necessary. We will explore isolations of the ribs and hips, arm movements, and posture. Movements will be introduced each class and incorporated into combinations. It is recommended that students take 8 weeks of beginner classes before moving on to the next level. Join any time as we review frequently.

Belly Dance: Intermediate/Advanced

For dancers that have an understanding of basic isolations this course will refine technique and expand dance vocabulary. We will explore more complex movements and combinations as well as practice solo and partnered improvisation. Props such as veils, zils, canes, and sword will be explored. We will also look at performance skills such as connecting with the audience, costuming, and how to cope with mistakes. Join any time as we review frequently.