What we’re about
The NYC Bellydance Meetup is the place to go for Middle Eastern dance enthusiasts. Whether you're a new student, hobbyist, or a professional, post any event you are psyched about here and let your shimmy sisters and brothers know about it.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- SharQui® — the Bellydance WorkoutClinton-Cameo Studios, New York, NY$20.00
$20 drop-in
Discount class packages available!Get your first class free with code FIRSTCLASS when you register at tandavaarts.net/book
Located at Clinton Cameo Studios, 307 W43rd Street.
• What we'll do
Shimmy your way to a stronger, more confident body in this 60-minute revolutionary workout!!
SharQui® — is great for anyone of any age or skill level. This unique bellydance format is fun and easy to follow—automatically improving your posture, slimming hips and legs, defining the waist, increasing upper body strength, and burning more than 300 calories per hour!
• What to bring
Please wear comfortable clothes. A cropped or fitted top is preferred so you can see upper-body movements more clearly.No hip scarf? No worries! We'll lend you one. Just wear something comfortable & be ready to shimmy!
• Important to know
This is an open-level class, great for beginners, with advanced layering options for more experienced dancers. Be ready to sweat!! - Aszmara's Emotion In Motion Online ClassLink visible for attendees$18.00
Do more with your Melting, Slinking, Luscious Moves with Aszmara's
EMOTION IN MOTION ONLINE BELLYDANCE CLASS
Tuesdays 7:30-8:30pm EST (US)
Aszmara’s signature style combines music/body connections, impeccable technique along with great expressions. Growing expression and development of a full choreography each month.
"A dancer's presence of true, pure emotion takes us on that journey being taken beyond words to pure Emotion in Motion."
$18.00 per drop-in class
4 classes taken within 5 weeks ~ $60.00 class package20% Discount on Workshops & Recordings with Active Class Package
To register, please RSVP here, or contact Aszmara directly via email Aszmara@Aszmara.com or Facebook Messenger @Aszmara at least ONE hour before class begins.
Zoom Link and Payment info will be sent when your registration request is received.
Learn more about Aszmara at aszmara.com
- TheOpen Level Mindful Movement Middle Eastern Dance ClassLink visible for attendees$20.00
💃🏻THE MINDFUL MOVEMENT MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE CLASS ENCOURAGES EVERYONE TO FIND, RELEASE, AND EXPRESS THEIR GORGEOUS INNER GODDESS💃🏻❣️💃🏻❣️ (FOR ALL AGES AND LEVELS).
💃🏻FALL IN LOVE WITH THE GRACEFUL WISDOM OF YOUR BODY THROUGH GORGEOUS EXPRESSION IN THE ART OF THIS ANCIENT RICH AND MYSTERIOUS DANCE! (CHANTAL IS A CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR IN THE A-Z BELLYDANCE METHODOLOGY, WHICH IS INSPIRED BY MAHMOUD REDA, THE PIONEER OF EGYPTIAN DANCE)‼️
"I don’t even call this a “class”!! It is an amazing, enlightening, healthy, spiritual, loving, stretching, dancing, loving life…session!!!” Patty jones, class participant from 2020 to the present.
💃🏻ENJOY A VERY, EXCITING, LIVELY, GROUNDED, HEALING, BLAST of a SUPER FUN CLASS‼️
We explore the different dance qualities through the 4 elements:
Fire🔥 Water💧Earth🌍 Air💨The class is of an OPEN LEVEL: ALL ARE WELCOME! Essential warm-up and cool down sections incorporating mindful breathing techniques frame the FUN, EXHILARATING MOVEMENT SEQUENCES AND HIP SHIMMIES TO DRUM SOLO MUSIC. All instruction is MODIFIABLE TO YOUR BODY’S NEEDS and methodically taught. It also CREATES A WONDERFUL FLEXIBILITY by efficiently limbering up the joints. Quotations from a participating regular member: “It's fun, I love the music, it totally loosens up my body, and Chantal is a most wonderful teacher”. In addition, it will BOOST YOUR WELLBEING AND VITALITY. We also boost the love of self, others, and life in class.
DAY: WEDNESDAYS TIME: 1:30-3:00 PM EDT ZONE WEB PLATFORM: ZOOM
EMAIL: chantaldance22@gmail.com TO REGISTER AND FOR ANY QUESTIONS.
PAYMENT INFORMATION AND ZOOM LINK WILL BE GIVEN UPON REGISTRATION. REGISTRATION CLOSES AN HOUR BEFORE CLASS, ON WEDNESDAYS AT 12;30 PM.Certified and Specialized Belly Dance Instructor:
Teaching Methodology: An amalgam of the four following renowned methods: The A-Z Bellydance Methodology/Sequences created by Keti Sharif (using direct inspiration from the Mahmoud Reda technique!), The Bellyqueen School Technique/Method, The Serena Technique/Method, and The “Belly Dancing From The Heart” Technique/Method by Shemiran Ibrahim. All of the above are taught through the Gokhale and McKenzie back/neck strengthening/rehabilitation methods, using a strong emphasis on properly working the spine through proper posture, as well as all joint and soft tissue dance limbering techniques.Certifications:
A-Z Bellydance Methodology and Teacher Training Program 2020-2022
The Bellyqueen school: Teacher Training Program/Methodology 2016
Serena Studios: The Serena Belly Dancing Methodology/Technique 2016
Shemiran Ibrahim “Belly Dancing From the Heart” Teacher Training Methodology 2016Chantal is a NY State Licensed teacher in accordance with the New York State Education Department Regulation 126.6.f; as well as a certified teacher in Keti Sharif’s renowned A-Z Bellydance methodology and technique, which was inspired by the amazing work of Mr. Mahmoud Reda. Mr. Reda researched, nationalized, and codified the many diverse regional dances of Egypt!
SEE YOU SOON FOR SOME AMAZING SHIMMIES AND HIP ACCENTS 💃🏻💃🏻**!!!**
- Aszmara's Dancing Meditation Online ClassLink visible for attendees$9.00
Release Stress and Flow through Dance with Aszmara's
EMOTION IN MOTION ONLINE BELLYDANCE CLASS
Thursdays Noon-1pm EST (US)
Release stress as we flow through guided movements that allow the dance to fill and renew our spirit. Gentle stretch combinations from Dance, Yoga and Qi Gong to Dance Our Dreams.
"Being a Musical Dancer is about the never-ending exploration and discovery...the seeking is exciting, and the music fills our souls…"
$9.00 per drop-in class
4 classes taken within 5 weeks ~ $32.00 class package20% Discount on Workshops & Recordings with Active Class Package
To register, please RSVP here, or contact Aszmara directly via email Aszmara@Aszmara.com or Facebook Messenger @Aszmara at least ONE hour before class begins.
Zoom Link and Payment info will be sent when your registration request is received.
Learn more about Aszmara at aszmara.com
