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CLASS REGISTRATION
You can click on any of the tabs to the left to find a more detailed decsription of each class that Gulf Coast Bellydance offers.
If you have never taken bellydance classes before, the first class you will take is the Discover Bellydance: Session 101 class. After completion of the 101 class, you will progress to the 102, 103, 104, 151 & 152 classes.
In order to attend the Beyond the Basics 201 class, you must have completed the Discover Bellydance series of classes or you must have prior bellydance experience. If you wish to take the Beyond the Basics series and haven't completed the Discover Bellydance series, please contact Alyssa to discuss your experience level prior to registering.
If you wish to take the Tribal Fusion classes, you must have at least completed Discover Bellydance: Session 101 or have prior Tribal experience. If you wish to take the Tribal Fusions classes and haven't completed the Discover Bellydance: Session 101, please contact Alyssa to discuss your experience level prior to registering.
Session Passes, Dance Class Cards and Fitness Class Cards are also available at discounted rates for the more dedicated student.
Pre-registration is required FOR ALL DANCE SESSIONS
as they fill quickly and class size is limited
Pre-registration is available online through Paypal or by check, cash or money order in person. If you do not have a Paypal account, you can still use Paypal to register with a credit card. If you do not have a Paypal account and need instructions on how to use Paypal with a credit card, please click here.
If you do not wish to use a credit/debit card to pre-register online, please contact Alyssa by email or phone, (228) 224-4830, for check/money order payment information.
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DANCE CLASS GENERAL OVERVIEW
Alyssa's classes are designed around the American Cabaret style of bellydance. Topics may vary from class to class, but there is a focus on the breakdown of movements and drilling them so they become part of the student’s muscle memory.
Some classes will cover prop use in bellydance (veils, zills/finger cymbals, cane, fire/candles, tray balancing, etc.) as well as rhythms heard in Middle Eastern music. The history of the dance and history of costuming is also discussed in beginner classes. Some classes will go more in depth on certain topics than others, which will be noted in the class session description.
All first time students are provided with a class notebook. A notebook can be one of the best assets to your improvement as a dancer. Carry this notebook throughout your dance career and bring it to any class or workshop you attend, regardless of if it is Alyssa's class or not. Taking notes is encouraged. It is easy to forget something a day or two after class! It is also a great place to keep class handouts. Feel free to personalize your notebook - it is yours!
Handouts will be given almost every week. They will cover the movements we are learning, rhythm breakdowns, brief blurbs on history, culture, costuming, instruments used in Middle Eastern music and even Arabic words you commonly hear in songs. There will also be space for taking notes.
Last, but not least, do not hesitate to ask questions in class! People learn at different rates, so if you are having trouble with something, please ask Alyssa to repeat or clarify it for you. At the end of a session, do not hesitate to ask for Alyssa's feedback on your progress. Sometimes people pick up the dance quickly and sometimes it is best to take the session again. For this reason, the same topic is covered in classes sharing the same session number. There is no pressure to progress to the next session if you feel that you have not mastered the content covered. All of Alyssa's classes are for women ONLY. If you are a man who is genuinely interested in bellydance instruction, please read the FAQs page.
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