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Christina teaches both Egyptian and Tribal style belly dance in Chicago and Elgin, IL. Here is the at-a-glance schedule. See below for locations, prices, session start dates, and registration information.
| Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
| Tribal Level 1-2 5:15-6:15 |
Egyptian Level 1 7:30-8:30 |
Tribal Level 1 5:45-6:45 |
Egyptian Level 1 11:50-12:50 |
Fundamentals 5:30-6:30 |
|
Egyptian Level 2 8:40-9:40 |
Tribal Level 2 7:00-8:00 |
Egyptian Level 2 1:00-2:00 |
Tribal Level 1
7:30-8:30 |
|
Tribal Level 3 8:15-9:15 |
|
Tribal Level 2
8:45-9:45 |
| Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday in Chicago |
The
Jasmin Jahal School of Dance
4037
N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago
Six
week session $80
Call
(773) 777-4037 to register or register in person at the studio. |
| Sundays |
Mondays |
Wednesdays |
| Level 1-2 Tribal (2-session course) 5:15-6:15 |
Level 1 Egyptian 7:30-8:30 |
Level 1 Egyptian 11:50-12:50 |
| New session begins Apr 28 |
Level 2 Egyptian 8:40-9:40 |
Level 2 Egyptian 1:00-2:00 |
| Tuesdays
in Elgin: |
The
Centre of Elgin
100 Symphony
Way, Elgin, IL
7
week session $75 non residents, $65 residents
Call (847)
531-7000 for registration information |
| Level
1 Tribal 5:45-6:45 |
| Level
2 Tribal 7:00-8:00 |
| Level
3 Tribal 8:15-9:15 |
| New
Session begins Apr 29 |
| Thursdays
in Elgin: |
Simple Balance Holistic Cenber
221 E. Chicago Ave, Elgin, IL
6 week session for $65 or $12 per class
Call (847) 468-6012 for registration information |
Elgin
Community College
1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, IL
6
week session $99
Call (847) 214-7400 for registration information |
| Fundamentals of Bellydance 5:30-6:30 |
Level 1 Tribal 7:30-8:30 |
| Level 1 Tribal 8:45-9:45 (not running) |
| New Session begins in May. Drop-ins welcome!! |
New Session Begins April 3 |

Fundamentals of Belly Dance: This class will offer an introduction to the basic elements of all bellydance. In it you will explore your body's potential for flexibility and muscle control and learn to execute isolated movements with fluidity and rhythm. Students will work toward building combinations of movement inspired by music from the Middle East.
Level
1 Tribal Belly Dance: Basic Moves: This class will teach you the
basic movements and combinations of the Kajira Djoumahna/Blacksheep Bellydance format of American
Tribal Style Bellydance. Classes will focus on technique of executing
the various movements, transitioning from one movement to the next in an all-class improvisational format, and learning how to play zils (finger cymbals) while dancing. Christina is a certified instructor in the Kajira Djoumahna/ Blacksheep Bellydance format.
Level
2 Tribal Belly Dance: Improv and Combinations: The second level of Tribal
Bellydance will focus on intermediate combinations and improvising with
small groups within your class. Basic technique will be reviewed and
improved upon as the dancers become more independent of the teacher-led
class format. Completion of at least two sessions of Tribal Level 1
or instructor approval is required to take this class.
Level
3 Tribal Belly Dance: Advanced Variations: The
highest level of Tribal Bellydance will have the class functioning as
a troupe, improvising together more naturally and working on Tribal Fusion choreographies. Advanced combinations
will be taught as well as partner improvisation, balancing props, floorwork,
and musical interpretation. Homework may occasionally be assigned and
there will be performance opportunities for this class level. Completion
of at least four sessions of Tribal Level 2 and instructor approval is
required to take this class.
Level
1 Egyptian Belly Dance: Basic belly dance technique and routines, including an introduction
to finger cymbals or veil. Level 1 must be taken two or more times before
advancing to Level 2, including one theme of veil and one theme of finger
cymbals. No prior dance experience necessary.
Level
2 Egyptian Belly Dance: Intermediate/Advanced technique and combinations. Class theme will vary
from session to session and may include specialty themes such as Study
of Arabic Rhythms or Advanced Finger Cymbals. Please bring your veil
and finger cymbals to every class. Homework is occasionally required.
Pre-requisite: both themes of Level 1 (veil and cymbals) and instructor
approval.
Class
Attire: Leotards
or leggings and a fitted top. Please no big t-shirts, sweatshirts, skirts,
sweatpants, or baggy "harem pants." Bare feet, socks, or ballet
slippers. No gym or hard-soled shoes. All students will need a set of finger cymbals and students of the Egyptian style will need a 3-yard dance veil. |