Belly Dance classes in Arlington
Intermediate Turkish Belly Dance Tuesdays 8pm-9pm @ Fitness First
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Intermediate Turkish Belly Dance Sundays 12pm-1pm @ Studio Tashkin
Advanced/Performance Turkish Belly Dance Thursdays 8pm-9pm @ Studio Tashkin
Private and Semi-Private Lessons by appointment @ Studio Tashkin
Not sure which class is right for you? Click on the class names for descriptions, or contact me to inquire.
Are you ready to dance?
- Send me your name and phone number to hold a spot. Then print out my registration form and bring it to your first class. (Or, fill one out when you arrive.)
- Class fees are $18 per class -or- $120 for an 8-class punch card
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You can pay fees with a check (made out to "Aslahan"), cash, or credit card in class, or pay online ahead of time:
Want to give someone a gift certificate for classes or private lessons?
Locations
Studio Tashkin - my home studio in Arlington Center. Address sent upon registration. (**NOTE: I live with cats. If allergies are an issue for you, take preventative measures or contact me about possible alternate arrangements.)Fitness First - 471 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA. Map
Parking - the Russell Commons municipal lot behind Fitness First is free in the evenings. Or you can park on Mass Ave.
What to bring/wear
- Wear something comfy, like yoga pants, and a crop top or tshirt that isn't too loose. (No skirts, please - I need to see what your knees are doing.)
- Bring a shawl or scarf (nothing with coins, please - they are just too noisy) to tie around your hips. (I do have a few loaners for the beginner classes and some for purchase.)
- Generally we dance barefoot - dance shoes or leather-soled slippers are fine if you prefer.
- Bring zills and veil if you have them.
- A water bottle and a notebook are often useful to have.
Student Corner
Already a student? Go here for info on music, buying class supplies, online resources, and more.Class Descriptions
Intermediate Turkish Belly Dance
This class is for students who have completed one of my Intro to Belly Dance classes or have otherwise had an introduction to the basic movements. We continue to add and explore moves, and also work on combos, improvisation, transitions, and musical interpretation.Tuesdays 8pm-9pm @ Fitness First
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Sundays 12pm-1pm @ Studio Tashkin
Start anytime - this class is ongoing.
$18 per class -or- $120 for an 8-class punch card
Advanced/Performance Turkish Belly Dance
Advanced/performance classes are held at my home studio in Arlington Center, and are limited to no more than 4 or 5 students. This class is about refining of technique and receiving more nuanced feedback, as well as pursuing more advanced topics. There is also a focus on performance preparation - individual goals and projects are encouraged. Students can expect to receive more one on one attention, and the opportunity to observe and give feedback to classmates.Thursdays 8pm-9pm @ Studio Tashkin
Please contact me if you're interested in joining this class.
$18 per class -or- $120 for an 8-class punch card
Private and Semi-Private Lessons
Focus on a particular topic or area of your dancing, or speed up your dance education. dance students prefer a monthly private lesson to weekly classes (at about the same cost); others like a private lesson occassionally to "check-in" and get feedback, or a lesson or two on a specific skill they are trying to learn.You can focus on:
- stage presence
- working with a live band
- improvisation
- how to add dynamism to your show
- choreographing
- finger cymbals
- Turkish Oryantal and how it differs from other styles
- Turkish Romany
- post-mortem (review a past performance)
Or contact me to discuss your own ideas.
Held at my home studio in Arlington, MA. $50 per hour for private lessons, or $30/person/hour for semi-private lessons (2 people)
Are you ready? Email or call 781-859-9606 to schedule a lesson.
"I just wanted to say thank you so much for a very fun first class. You made me feel very comfortable. I'm very much looking forward to next week!"
-Tammy, student
"Thank you very much for incredible and fun filled experience last night at your introduction session for beginners at Fitness First studio in Arlington. Your dance style and teaching approach inspired me to learn more about belly dancing."
-Anna, student