Belly Dance classes, workshops and arts in education
programs by Alexia in Princeton, Bordentown, New Jersey and more. Alexia teaches
Oriental dance with an emphasis on Middle Eastern rhythm and percussion.
Combining classical dance training and traditional Oriental technique,
these classes give the student a solid base to work within the framework
of choreography, improvise, and develop their own style.
Teaching
Kim teaches classes and is available for private instruction.
Click on the links below for more information.
Schedule
To find out more about specific classes, click on the location nearest you.
The Drum & Dance Learning Center, Bordentown
The Drum & Dance Learning Center Class Schedule
Bordentown, NJ
(609) 324-7383
(just 20 minutes from Princeton)
Classes year round
Visit
The Drum & Dance Learning Center for full schedule and to register on-line. Call (609) 324-7383 to register.
Directions
Please visit The Drum & Dance Learning Center for directions.
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Alexia teaches a workshop at PCYH
This is the best dance class I have ever taken.
- E.L. - Princeton University Student
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Middlesex County College
2600 Woodbridge Avenue
Edison, NJ 08818
(Dance Studio in Physical Ed. Building)
Classes
October 2007, Wednesday
6 week series
6:30 - 8:00 Technique
This series will introduce the foundational elements of Middle Eastern dance that combine basic technique with exciting rhythms. We will focus on basics such as body awareness, the anatomy of hip work and other isolations, an introduction to rhythm structure, an introduction to improvisation and building a dance (movement) vocabulary.
No Prerequisite - this class is open to all levels of experience. I recommend that most students take this class at least 2 sessions before signing up for the 8pm class.
Cost: $95
8:00-9:30 Tech/Combo
Pre-requisite: Must have taken Technique One class at least one FULL six week series. This is NOT a beginner class. Please bring your own finger cymbals.
Cost: $95
Registration
Pre-registration is required. Please call (732) 906-2556.
Division of Corporate and Community Education, Middlesex County College, 2600
Woodbridge Avenue, P.O. Box 3050, Edison, NJ 08818-3050.
Directions
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...it is relaxing and fun and the teacheris enthusiastic
- K.B. - Princeton University Student
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Workshops
Classes
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Class Decriptions
Technique One
This series will introduce the foundational elements of Middle Eastern dance
that combine basic technique with exciting rhythms. We will focus on basics such as:
- body awareness,
- the anatomy of hip work and other isolations,
- an introduction to rhythm structure
- an introduction to improvisation.
- building a dance (movement) vocabulary
No Prerequisite - this class is open to all levels of experience.
Technique/Combinations
This class is designed for the student who would like to continue the exploration
and excitement of Middle Eastern Dance. You must have attended a full six weeks of technique
class and have a strong understanding of the three basic hip directions before signing up
for this class. This class includes:
- building on the foundational elements of Middle Eastern
dance putting the dance (movement) vocabulary into combinations
- developing your Middle Eastern rhythm vocabulary
- learning choreography that helps to develop and polish your technique
- incorporating props and instruments, for example veils and zils (finger cymbals) plus much, much more.
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Private Instruction and Coaching
Information
Private lessons are handled on an individual basis.
- Coaching
- Choreography Development
- Technique enhancement
- Critique
- Rhythm Identification and Exploration
Contact Alexia at (609) 324-7383.
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It is incredibly fun and builds your self confidence.
Kim is a really thorough yet kind teacher.
- R.N. - Princeton University Student
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