Art Through Movement at The Oasis Dance Studio Class Descriptions and Fees

 

Monday| Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday

 

Classes meet once a week and are organized in 6-week sessions. Instruction focuses on learning dance and/or fitness movements and technique. Bellydance classes may include choreography, and also include instruction on improvisation, cultural history, costuming, and performance dynamics. Class descriptions below are in day and time order.

Above all, bellydance & fitness should be fun! The Oasis Dance Studio emphasizes a supportive and joyful teaching style. Some comments from our students:

"This is the most fun I have all week!"

"I can't wait until the next class!"

"I LOVE The Oasis!"

"Definately a Nordstrom Experience..."

 

One hour classes $60/six-week session (paid in full at first class in session) or Drop-in $12 per class*

*unless otherwise noted

Politti's Pilates

This special 1-hour PILATES MAT class is a class for dancers or ANYONE wanting to get in excellent shape, and who wish to improve core strength, range of motion, muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility. Exercises and movements are performed on a mat, focusing on "CORE CONDITIONING": The strengthening and stabilization of the abdominal, spine and pelvis. This is a beginning fundamental level class - ALL are welcome. Please bring your own mat and theraband (if you have them), as a limited supply will be available at The Oasis.


Fee: $12 per class @ The Oasis / $20 per class off-site


 

Politti is available for Private & Semi-Private Pilates Mat Lessons by appointment only.

Contact Politti to arrange your Private Pilates Mat Lesson today!

Introduction to Tai Chi with Cheyenne
Monday mornings ~ 11 am -12 noon

Learn basic tai chi movement and breathing techniques. Students will improve balance and core strength, and reduce stress. Class will focus on the Yang Short Form of Tai Chi.

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in

 

 

Next Session:
June 22 - July 27, 2009

August 3 - September 14, 2009
(No class August 10)

Strong to the Core with Politti Ashcraft
Monday eves ~ 6:30 - 7:30 pm

An energizing Pilates Mat workout focusing on "core conditioning": the strengthening and stabilization of the abdominal, spine and pelvis.   Pilates is an excellent way to increase strength, flexibilty, coordination and muscle tone - Perfect for dancers and anyone who desires an invigorating full-body workout. Please bring your own Yoga mat and Thera-Band (if you have them) as a limited supply will be available at The Oasis. This class is wonderful as a complete warm up for the Tribal Basics I Class.

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in


 

Next Session:
May 11 - June 29 , 2009
(No class May 18 & 25 - Memorial Day)

July 6 - August 10, 2009

Tribal Basics I with Politti Ashcraft
Monday eves ~ 7:30 - 8:30 pm

This beginning class will introduce students to basic fast and slow movements from the FatChanceBellyDance ATS (American Tribal Style) Bellydance format. Finger cymbals will be introduced, and integrated into beginning fast movements. Students will begin to learn and practice leading and following in a group formation. This class is required before moving on to Tribal Basics II.

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in

 

 

Next Session:
May 11 - June 29 , 2009
(No class May 18
& 25 - Memorial Day)

July 6 - August 10, 2009

 

Pops, Locks & Bellydance Fusion with Edenia
Tuesday eves ~ 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Pops, Locks, Ticks and Tocks are all the rage in today's belly dance scene, and The Oasis is excited to have one of the best up-and-coming fusion belly dancers teaching this weekly class! Edenia will guide you through combos and drills she has designed to strengthen specific body isolations to add to your belly dance for that edgy "urban" look. Each class starts with a short warm up and stretch, and choreographies may also be taught.

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in

 

 

Next Session:
July 7 - August 11 , 2009

Advanced Tribal Bellydance* with Politti Ashcraft
Tuesday eves ~ 6:30 - 7:30 pm

This is an advanced performance prep class. Class focus is continued instruction of ATS (FatChanceBellyDance format) and other tribal bellydance improvisational moves, combos, cues and transitions, with a strong emphasis on technique and timing, and improvisational group dance. Students must be proficient with finger cymbals.

*Students must take and pass an exam to attend this class - by instructor referral only

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in

 

 

Next Session:
June 16 - July 21, 2009

July 28 - September 1, 2009

Tribal Basics II* with Politti Ashcraft
Wednesday eves ~ 6:30-7:30 pm

Building on Tribal Basics I, this class will add more steps from the FatChanceBellyDance ATS (American Tribal Style) Bellydance format to your improvisational vocabulary. You will improve your technique, continue to develop your finger cymbals, and work towards more experience dancing in a group formation.

*Instructor referral is required

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in

 

 

Next Session:
June 3 - July 8, 2009

July 15 - August 19, 2009


Technique & Choreography with Politti Ashcraft
Wednesday eves ~ 7:30 - 8:30 pm

"Just Beat It!"*
From the creative and thrill-seeking mind of Politti Ashcraft, comes the next installment in her crazy-choreography series.... Michael Jackson-ATS Fusion! Travel back to the early 1980's as two rival Tribal Bellydance gangs battle for dominance, only to find that all are one, and peace can be achieved through dance. Set to Michael Jackson's "Beat It", classic Michael Jackson dance moves are blended seamlessly with American Tribal Style Bellydance promising to deliver a unique and fun choreography with an underlying message of community.

*Some Bellydance experience is required, ATS experience a plus

**Costume fee to be determined**

Dancers must commit to BOTH sessions in this performance class to attend ~

MANDATORY performance dates:
Saturday, August 8
AND
Saturday, August 15

Fee $60/session, no drop ins


*CLASS IS NOW CLOSED TO NEW PARTICIPANTS*

 

 

Next Session:
May 20 - June 24

July 1 - August 5

Extra rehearsal date: August 12

*CLASS IS NOW CLOSED TO NEW PARTICIPANTS


Oasis Remote Classes with Politti Ashcraft at:
The Gonzales (Colton) Community Center
670 Colton Ave., Colton, CA

Thursday eves ~ 6 - 7 pm

Tribal Basics I
This beginning class will introduce students to basic fast and slow movements from the FatChanceBellyDance ATS (American Tribal Style) Bellydance format. Finger cymbals will be introduced, and integrated into beginning fast movements. Students will begin to learn and practice leading and following in a group formation. This class is required before moving on to Tribal Basics II.

Thursday eves ~ 7:15 - 8:15 pm

Tribal Basics II*
Building on Tribal Basics I, this class will add more steps from the FatChanceBellyDance ATS (American Tribal Style) Bellydance format to your improvisational vocabulary. You will improve your technique, continue to develop your finger cymbals, and work towards more experience dancing in a group formation. *Instructor referral is required

Fee per class: $30/4-week session (Colton residents) / $32/4-week session (non-residents)
Sorry, no drop-ins

 

 

Next Sessions:
July 2 - 23, 2009

August 6 - 27, 2009

September 3 - 24, 2009


Advanced Bellydance/Performance Preparation Class with Basima
Thursday eves ~ 5:30 - 6:30 pm

For students who have mastered fundamental bellydance movements and are ready to develop their personal dance style throught more difficult choreographies and improvisation. American Cabaret style with a blend of Egyptian, Lebanese and Turkish dance steps will be taught and students will learn challenging layering and shimmy techniques. The class will include instruction with a variety of props including: veil, finger cymbals, cane and sword. Performance dynamics, makeup and costuming will be presented and students will have performance opportunities, both group and solo.

Fee $60/session, drop-in $12

 

 

Next Session:
June 4 - July 16, 2009
(no class July 2)

July 30 - September 3 , 2009

September 17 - October 8, 2009

November 5 - December 17 , 2009
(no class November 26)



NEW!! Bellydance for Beginners with Edenia*
Thursday eves ~ 6:30 - 7:30 pm

In this beginning class, you will learn basic bellydance moves, get some great exercise, and best of all - HAVE FUN! Class will cover the basics of hip, torso, and arm isolations, as well as simple turns, traveling steps and combinations. Please wear comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement - no street shoes (socks or dance shoes ok). *For students with no previous bellydance experience or those who want a basic bellydance movement class.

Fee $60/session, drop in $12

 

 

Next Session:
May 28 - July 9, 2009
(no class June 25)

July 16 - August 20, 2009