Belly Dance Classes In Northern Virgnia!!!!
Symmetry Dance Studio is a woman-owned middle eastern dance establishment in the Haymarket/Gainesville area of Virginia, a few miles west of Manassas, VA. We are brand new and very excited. Please read a little about the owner of this studio, Ayperi. Please visit the following links to find out more information.
Class Schedule & Registration
Ethics & Rules of the Studio
FAQs
Resources
Class Schedule & Registration
Ethics & Rules of the Studio
FAQs
Resources
Beginner I Belly Dance
This class is an introduction to the basic moves of Middle Eastern dance. Students will develop a strong dance foundation by breaking down each movement and building technique. We will also drill the moves and practice basic combinations designed to strengthen muscle memory/awareness and isolations.
Register for this class here.
Beginner II Belly Dance (coming summer 2012)
This class is for students with at least 6 months of basic belly dance training. In Beginner II, we will continue to drill the moves that make up the foundation of Middle Eastern dance. We will also begin to incorporate traveling moves, layering, identification of Middle Eastern dance rhythms, sagat/zills (finger cymbols), and veil technique.
This class is an introduction to the basic moves of Middle Eastern dance. Students will develop a strong dance foundation by breaking down each movement and building technique. We will also drill the moves and practice basic combinations designed to strengthen muscle memory/awareness and isolations.
Register for this class here.
Beginner II Belly Dance (coming summer 2012)
This class is for students with at least 6 months of basic belly dance training. In Beginner II, we will continue to drill the moves that make up the foundation of Middle Eastern dance. We will also begin to incorporate traveling moves, layering, identification of Middle Eastern dance rhythms, sagat/zills (finger cymbols), and veil technique.
What is Belly Dance?
This dance is an
ancient art form and its exact origin is unknown. There are several
theories on where it began and why it was practiced. Over the years it
has grown in popularity and morphed into many different styles,
classical to modern.
"Belly dance," a term used mainly in America, has many different
names, such as "Middle Eastern Dance," "Raqs Sharki," "Dance Oriental,"
etc. The
most common and distinguishable features present in all forms of Middle
Eastern dance are the core movements of the abdomen and isolations that
give belly dance that mysterious illusion, grace, and fluidity.
There are many benefits of Middle Eastern dance, including exercise, stress relief, fun, relaxation and, in many cases, the chance to develop lasting friendships. Middle Eastern dance has often been a tool for self-expression and transformation. It is an art that is natural to a woman's physical nature, body shape, and muscle structure. I believe that it is a dance that portrays feminine beauty and excellence, especially when performed with skill and grace. I feel that anyone could benefit from this art form no matter the body form, age, or background. It is about being a woman and, for some, it brings a great sense of confidence and fulfillment.
There are many benefits of Middle Eastern dance, including exercise, stress relief, fun, relaxation and, in many cases, the chance to develop lasting friendships. Middle Eastern dance has often been a tool for self-expression and transformation. It is an art that is natural to a woman's physical nature, body shape, and muscle structure. I believe that it is a dance that portrays feminine beauty and excellence, especially when performed with skill and grace. I feel that anyone could benefit from this art form no matter the body form, age, or background. It is about being a woman and, for some, it brings a great sense of confidence and fulfillment.