Art Through Movement at The Oasis Dance Studio Class Descriptions and Fees
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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* |
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Politti's Pilates
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Politti is available for Private & Semi-Private Pilates Mat Lessons by appointment only. Contact Politti to arrange your Private Pilates Mat Lesson today! |
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Introduction to Tai Chi with Cheyenne 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
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Strong to the Core with Politti Ashcraft 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
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Next Session: July 6 - August 10, 2009 |
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Tribal Basics I with Politti Ashcraft 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
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Next Session: July 6 - August 10, 2009
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Pops, Locks & Bellydance Fusion with Edenia 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
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Advanced Tribal Bellydance* with Politti Ashcraft 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
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Next Session: July 28 - September 1, 2009 |
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Tribal Basics II* with Politti Ashcraft 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
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Next Session: July 15 - August 19, 2009
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Technique & Choreography with Politti Ashcraft "Just Beat It!"* *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: Fee $60/session, no drop ins
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Next Session: July 1 - August 5 Extra rehearsal date: August 12 *CLASS IS NOW CLOSED TO NEW PARTICIPANTS
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Oasis Remote Classes with Politti Ashcraft at: Tribal Basics I Thursday eves ~ 7:15 - 8:15 pm Tribal Basics II* Fee per class: $30/4-week session (Colton residents) / $32/4-week session (non-residents)
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Next Sessions: August 6 - 27, 2009 September 3 - 24, 2009
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Advanced Bellydance/Performance Preparation Class with Basima 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
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Next Session: July 30 - September 3 , 2009 September 17 - October 8, 2009
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NEW!! Bellydance for Beginners with Edenia* 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
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Next Session: July 16 - August 20, 2009 |
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