Class Information
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The summer term will start the week beginning Monday 9 April 2018.
If you've never been to a belly dance class before, the new term starting this April is an excellent time to join one! There are beginner level
classes in Oxford (Botley) and Abingdon. We'll begin with the absolute basics. Don't worry if you think you've got two left feet and a total lack of
coordination, or you just feel very self-conscious - relax! The classes are fun and friendly and you'll learn how to belly dance move by move.
No previous dance experience necessary.
Timetable
| MONDAY | St Andrews Church Hall, Dean Court, Botley, Oxford |
|---|---|
| 6.30 - 7.30 pm | Tribal Fusion Bellydance for Improvers/Intermediates |
| 7.30 - 8.30 pm | Egyptian Belly Dance for Beginners |
| TUESDAY | The Beacon, Wantage |
| 8.30 - 9.45 pm | Intermediate and Advanced (Levels 3-4) |
| THURSDAY | Abingdon Conservative Club, Abingdon |
| 6.30 - 7. 30 pm | Beginners (Level 1) |
| 7.30 - 8.30 pm | Improvers (Level 2) |
| 8.30 - 9.30 pm | Intermediates (Level 3) |
| SUNDAY | Stanford Village Hall, Stanford in the Vale |
| 2.30 - 4.00 pm (monthly) | Tribal class for improver level & above - see workshops page |
Venues
| Abingdon: | Oxford: | Wantage: |
|---|---|---|
| Abingdon Conservative Club 59 Ock Street Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 5AG | St Andrews Church Hall Orchard Road Dean Court Botley Oxford OX2 9BH |
The Beacon Portway Wantage Oxfordshire OX12 9BX |
Class levels
Beginners (Level 1): Suitable for complete beginners and those with only a little previous experience of Egyptian dance.
Improvers (Level 2): For those who have attended Level 1 classes for at least two terms and are familiar with the basic movements of Egyptian dance.
Intermediate (Level 3): For students who have been attending Egyptian dance classes for at least two years and are ready to learn more advanced movements and challenging dance routines.
Advanced (Level 4): For students who have been training in Egyptian dance for at least 5 years, and who wish to learn more about different Egyptian and other Middle Eastern dance styles, continue to develop their dance skills, and learn more challenging moves, combinations and dance routines. Anyone wishing to participate in classes at this level should be proficient with moves such as travelling three-quarter shimmies and the Egyptian walk.
Class fees
Students have the option of paying weekly or for the whole term at a reduced rate per lesson. Term length varies but 12 weeks is typical.
| Fee for 12-week term | Weekly rate | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | £72 | £7 |
| 1.25 hours (Tuesday Intermediate-Advanced class) | £78 | £7.50 |
Private tuition
Loreley also offers private tuition. Email loreleyrice@gmail.com or call 01367 710652 for further details.
What to wear
Wear comfortable clothing that you can move around in, such as leggings or joggers and a T-shirt, and bring a long scarf or shawl to tie round your hips. Wear flat, flexible-soled shoes or dance barefoot. Soft ballet or jazz shoes are ideal. Trainers are too clumpy. Eventually you may find you want to dress up more in a colourful skirt, top and hip scarf dripping with beads and coins!