Class Description

This 1-hour class is best for beginners -- those new to “belly dance,” aka Raqs Sharqi (رقص شرقي), meaning “Eastern Dance” in Arabic. Rose will teach you the essential moves of classical Egyptian techniques, relying on her decades of training, extensive live music performance experience, Arabic language skills, and research in Egypt & her father's native Lebanon. Learn the basics in a welcoming atmosphere. No prior dance training required. Drop-in friendly.