Classes with Amanda

Learn and master basic moves for the beautiful artform of Bellydance. We will break down new movements each class and practice them in combinations. A new rhythm each session provides the basis for the movements and combinations so students will become familiar with the key rhythms that underlie Bellydance. Each class begins with a thorough warm-up and workout to prepare the body for dance, as well as drills to improve isolations. Throughout class, Amanda emphasizes proper posture and mindful movement to execute moves correctly and to avoid injury. 

Perfect for Beginners to Bellydance, as well as Intermediate students who want to hone dance technique. No prior dance experience needed. New sessions for Bellydance Basics begin every two months. Students may join any time.

Please note: Amanda does not incorporate Finger Cymbals (zills) in the Basics class so students can focus on body movements, but all Basics students are welcome to join Finger Cymbal warm-up/practice during the first 15 minutes of the Saturday 10:30am class for no extra charge.

Class times: Saturdays 9:30am - 10:30am
Location: Roundhill Studios, 1043A Garland Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126 - Studio C
      (Studio C: turn left inside entrance; enter Studio C through first door down the hall)
Class fees:   

• $15 for single class
  $60 for 5 classes pre-paid ($12/class)
  $100 for 10 classes pre-paid  ($10/class)  

Tuition Policy: All class pre-payments are valid for 6 months from purchase date. 
Registration: 

• Please fill out the Reg Form and bring to your first class 
• Payment taken in class 
• Cash or Check preferred
• Credit cards taken only via PayPal, by special arrangement 

New students should check below for useful information prior to attending classes.

Expand your knowledge of Bellydance... and Beyond!

Bellydance & Beyond aims to improve each student's technical abilities, train skilled performers, and deepen students' understanding of Near Eastern dance.

Similar to the Basics class, Amanda leads students through a warm-up and isolation drills, and teaches steps and combinations. This class, however, takes students to the next level with layering of movements, incorporating finger cymbals, emphasizing presentational skills, and working towards making the student comfortable with dancing improvisationally. The class also explores topics with a wider geographical and musical breadth, including brief discussions of cultural context when relevant. In addition, Amanda teaches a new choreography each session; performance opportunities will be available for interested students (performing is entirely optional). Each class also begins with a 10-15 minute zill practice to learn rhythms covered in that class. 

New sessions for Bellydance & Beyond begin every three months. Students may join any time during a session, although early and regular attendance is encouraged in order to progress in each subject and the choreographies.  

Recommended: Competence with Basic Bellydance movements: hip and shoulder shimmies, 3/4 shimmy, bodywaves, chest and hip articulations (circles, figure-8s), snake arms, simple turns. Students should complete a year of Basics (or equivalent) before joining Bellydance & Beyond. 

Class times: Saturdays 10:30am - 12pm
Location: Roundhill Studios, 1043A Garland Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126 - Studio C
      (Studio C: turn left inside entrance; enter Studio C through first door down the hall)
Class fees:   

• $15 for single class
  $60 for 5 classes pre-paid ($12/class)
  $100 for 10 classes pre-paid  ($10/class)  

Tuition Policy: All class pre-payments are valid for 6 months from purchase date. 
Registration: 

• Please fill out the Reg Form and bring to your first class
• Payment taken in class 
• Cash or Check preferred
• Credit cards taken only via PayPal, by special arrangement