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Bellydance Classes

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LIVE ONLINE OR IN-PERSON

FOR LIVE ONLINE CLASSES:
Live streaming on Zoom with Recordings available.
All times are in PST/PDT
CLICK HERE FOR ON DEMAND ONLINE CLASSES:
High quality, pre-recorded courses, sell-paced, with 6 months access from purchase.
Not sure about Online Classes? CLICK HERE for a “How-To” video to help you feel more at ease

FOR IN PERSON CLASSES:
Two class offerings at the MPCC (Mount Pleasant Community Centre) on Mondays
1 Kingsway, Vancouver BC (8th and Kingsway)
These are in-person only, with no recordings or digital options at this time.
Registration lInks below. Or call the MPCC 1-604-257-3080 (ext.1)

FOR ALL CLASSES
New students to Rahel will have to watch 90 min of mandatory material on posture, alignment, bellydance history and cultural context.
This material costs a one-time $10 fee and provides lifetimes access, plus bonus resources.
This material can be purchased HERE and then accessed HERE

Looking for something else? CLICK HER FOR OTHER MOVEMENT CLASSES

Not sure what class to take? CLICK HERE FOR A GUIDE ON CHOOSING A CLASS

BELLYDANCE FALL
SCHEDULE:

MONDAYS 6:15 – 7:30pm PT
INTERMEDIATE DRILLS+COMBOS  [IN PERSON]
FALL Sep 11 – Dec 11 (11 weeks)
NO class Oct 2, 9, or Nov 13
REGISTER HERE 
or call the MPCC
604-257-3080 ext.1

MONDAYS 7:45 – 9:00pm PT
BEGINNER [IN-PERSON]
FALL Sep 11 – Dec 11 (11 weeks)
NO class Oct 2, 9, or Nov 13
REGISTER HERE 
or call the MPCC 604-275-3080 ext.1

TUESDAYS 5:00 – 6:15pm PT
INTERMEDIATE  [ONLINE]
TECHNIQUE + DRILLS + COMBOS
FALL Sep 12 – Dec 5 (12 weeks)
NO class Oct Oct 17
REGISTER HERE

TUESDAYS 6:30 – 7:45pm PT
INT/ADV CHOREOGRAPHY + TECH [ONLINE]

FALL Sep 12 – Dec 5 (12 weeks)
NO class Oct Oct 17
REGISTER HERE

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FOR CLASS DESCRIPTIONS: CLICK HERE (or scroll down)

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BELLYDANCE PRICES:

FOR MPCC CLASSES
$220 per 11 week series
Or call the MPCC 1-604-257-3080 ext.1
Drop in $25 (ONLY available with special permission)

FOR ONLINE CLASSES
$240 per 12 week series
Get 20% when you refer a friend.
Get 10% off when you BOGO (2+ courses)
Contact Rahel for the discount codes.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ALL OTHER ONLINE CLASSES

DROP INS: (*eligible classes ONLY)
$25 CAD single class drop-in Purchase Here
$70 CAD for a pack of 3 Purchase Here
$90 CAD for a pack of 4 
Purchase Here
$110 CAD for a pack of 5 
Purchase Here
Drop-ins expire 1 year from purchase
*Interchangeable with Yoga and Int/Mixed Drills
**Experience required for Int/Mixed Drills.

PRIVATE LESSONS:
$105/hr  CAD for 1 person
Add $10 to the total for each additional person
See Private Lesson Page for more info
Save $5/hr when you buy a pack of 5
Save $10/hr when you buy a pack of 10
In person or online options.

Sliding scale available on request.

Bellydance Class descriptions

 

IN PERSON CLASSES:
Are currently at the Mount Pleasant Community Centre
1 Kingsway (and 8th) in Vancouver, BC.
(604) 257 -3080 ext 1

ONLINE CLASSES:
Are live on Zoom with recordings included.
All you need is a device with internet, a small space to dance in, and a free Zoom account.
CLICK HERE for a short video tutorial on making the most of your online learning experience.
Learn from the comfort of your own home, from anywhere in the world.
Classes are high quality audio/visual, well lit, and interactive, meaning students can ask questions and receive feedback.
Classes are recorded each week so you can review or catch up on your own time.
Recordings are available for the duration of the series, plus an extra 2 weeks after.
All Times are in PST/PDT
ON DEMAND CLASSES:
Are even higher quality, pre-recorded, self paced, with 6 months access from purchase.
CLICK HERE for On Demand Classes

ALL NEW STUDENTS:
Anyone new to Rahel must watch the prerequisite material: A 1hour lecture on bellydance history and cultural context, and a 30 min breakdown of posture and alignment. This material can be purchased for $10 with registration for any class, downloaded and watched on your own time.
This material comes in a package of other amazing resources and you have lifetime access once purchased. 
This material can be purchased 
HERE and then accessed HERE

 

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:


BEGINNER BELLYDANCE:
Dive into the beautiful world of Egyptian dance and music! In this progressive, full-experience session, you will learn about the history and cultural context of Raqs Sharqi/Beledi (bellydance), learn how to stand and move safely and mindfully with correct posture and alignment, and breakdown and drill basic isolations and movements. All in a safe, inclusive, body-positive environment.
Wear comfortable, breathable clothes, and bring a water bottle. Bare feet are best.
Hip-scarves provided (borrow used or purchase new)
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.
NO drop-ins. Course MUST be taken from the beginning.
Any late starts will have to catch up with videos (additional fees may apply)
ONLINE (On Demand)
IN PERSON (MPCC  at 1 Kingsway & 8th) on Mondays 

 

INTERMEDIATE/MIXED LEVEL DRILLS:
This is a class for dancers with experience. Drills means that there is less breakdown of movements  and technique, and less feedback (but not none). Here we will drill some  basic moves and learn/drill some harder ones, with options for modifications for those at lower or higher levels. We will usually put the drills together in a combo each week. Ideal for those who have done beginner  or Intermediate a few times and want to just practice, or for students at higher levels who just want a fun way to polish and review. This is the best way to really solidify your skills!
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Minimum at least one beginner course, preferably with Rahel.
Drop-in friendly with permission only.
IN PERSON (MPCC  at 1 Kingsway & 8th) on Mondays


INTERMEDIATE-ADVANCED LEVEL TECHNIQUE + CHOREOGRAPHY:
Each series you will learn a full length choreography to a single song over the several months.
Learn context, lyrics/translation (where applicable), stylization, musicality, and transitions.
We will also breakdown the technique for more advanced level moves as they show up in the piece.
Modifications will be offered for less experienced dancers.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: For intermediate to advanced level dancers.
Suggested 2-3 years experience, preferably with Rahel
NO drop-ins.
ONLINE: Live on Zoom, Recordings included
Recordings available for the duration of the course plus an extra 2 weeks.

 


INTERMEDIATE TECHNIQUE + DRILLS + COMBOS:
This a is a multi format class for dancers with prior experience. 
Technique means breaking down and explaining movements and isolations
Drills means practicing and repeating movements with music
Combos means putting moves together in a short sequence or routine.
Sometimes there may be a new combo every week, other times we may take a few weeks to work on a single combo.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Minimum at least one Beginner course, preferably with Rahel.
ONLINE: Live on Zoom, Recordings included
Recordings available for the duration of the course plus an extra 2 weeks.

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