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Return to Belly Dance Page Belly Dance Performance Locations Bellydance Picture Gallery Belly Dance Links Meet Instructor, Jody Ballroom Swing Latin Classes Wedding Dance Preparation Dance Descriptions Partner Search "Hit the Floor!" Weekly Dance Parties Meet Instructor, Lora Meet Instructor, RJ FAQ's About the Studio - Goals & Philosophy Studio Services Dancer's Healthy Tips Page Dance Publications Dance Vendors Editorial Page Studio News- What's Happening Event Planning Services Area Special Events & Competitions Local Dance Scene	C l a s s L e v e l s	B e g i n n i n g	Beginning level classes introduce the student to basic hip and body movement, and techniques used in all the various styles of belly dance. Students do not need to have costumes or any special clothing to get started. Just come barefoot and ready to work a bit and have some fun. To ensure the student develops solid basics and good technique, it is recommended that the student stay in the beginning level for a minimum of three months before considering intermediate level.	C l a s s S t y l e s	T r i b a l	Image used with permission	Tribal style belly dance incorporates moves and music from various cultures around the world. Tribal belly dance is rarely choreographed. Instead, it emphizes improvisation of the individual dancers within the group who use subtle cues to one another indicating when and how the entire group should change moves. Although mainly a dance for troupe, Tribal dance is also very dramatic for a solo dancer or a duet. The costuming is large, full,colorful skirts with lots of layers, richly decorated with ornate jewerly, tassels or fringe belts, and topped off with decorative head wraps or turbans.
		I n t e r.	Intermediate level classes continue with more challenging movements and technique and begins to differentiate between some of the various styles of belly dance. Costumes are optional and some performance opportunities become available for those students involved in the Performance Troupes. Pre-requisite: 3-months Beginning Level or instructor's permission		C a b a r e t	Image used with permission	Cabaret style is usually a fun, upbeat dance, but it can also be slow and mesmerizing. Although a great dance for troupe performances, Cabaret is absolutely beautiful for the solo dancer. In Cabaret, the dancers may incorporate props into their performance, such as canes, swords or finger cymbals. The costuming is dazzling, with glitzy beaded bras and belts, sequined skirts and the added mystic of colorful, silk veils.
Image used with permission	5 W e e k s	S a t u r d a y s	11am - 11:45am, Beginning Belly Dance for Kids, Ages 8 - 13 April 5 - May 3rd $50/person - 5/wks 12 Noon - 1pm, Beginning Belly Dance for Adults with "mature" bodies April 5 - May 3rd $50/person - 5/wks This is a great starter class for all levels, including expectant Moms. At the conclusion of this class, the student should feel comfortable joining either of the On-Going classes that meets on Mondays or Wednesdays. If you have health concerns, please check with your doctor or OBGYN before beginning this or any physical activity.	Contact Us! E-Mail - Click Above		Pearce Ballroom • 317 Court Street • Downtown Salem, Oregon Tele: 503-363-3341 (Next to Great Harvest Bread • Above Academy Hair Design School ) www.rjdance.com • e-mail: gottadance@rjdance.com © Mail: PO Box 17377, Salem OR 97305 All Rights Reserved Reproduction or Redistribution Prohibited without Permission Copyright 1999 - 2008 - RJ Dance Studio	Come, Celebrate Life! Dance Stimulate your mind - Move your body Soothe your soul Image used with permission