Introduction to Bellydance
traditional style, aka "Skills and Drills"

Mondays:
Skills and Drills 6:15 - 7:00 PM
Props and Choreo: 7:00-7:45

@ Solvay near the fairgrounds (register for address and entrance directions)
Every class introduces a few fascinating isolations (yes, your body DOES move that way!) with a focus on building good movement habits, so you can keep dancing into old age, and the cultural context of the dance as both a social activity and a performance art.

In addition to dance technique and skills practiced every week, we learn combos, musicality, and improvisation skills, so you can create your own dancing and express yourself! 

Come cut loose, meet some new friends, gain strength, and discover the amazing things your body can do!

Level 3 Class and Rehearsal

Mondays:
Skills and Drills 6:15 - 7:00 PM
Props and Choreo: 7:00-7:45
Buy skills and drills, get rehearsal and continuing topics free! Students who feel comfortable with the material taught in the intro course can join at no additional charge.

We spend half the 45minute session on group numbers to prepare for student recitals. The second half of the session explores different props and styles of bellydance, a way to keep learning new things while the skills from the introductory course sink into your muscle memory. The 

School Events

Some events are open to supportive public, some are for current students only. Check them out below!

CBDS at Westcott Festival

Come see teachers and students at all levels showcase solos and group dances at the Westcott festival's Bellydance Stage at 4pm.

Halloween Haflة: October

Current students are invited to show off their most creative pieces, followed by potluck and open dancing!

Post-Show Movie Nights

Open to current students only. We gather to get inspired by sharing footage of legendary dancers, past and present.

CBDS Events and Classes

Community, Culture, Creativity