Classes
Intro to Belly Dance
Tuesday: 5:30-6:30pm
Great place for the beginner to start learning about the basics of belly dance. In this slower paced class, the student will learn elements of good dance posture, elegant arms, and basic dance steps that are the foundation of the art of belly dance.
Basics for Belly Dance (Level 1)
Saturday: 12:30-2pm
This class is suitable for all levels of dancer. In this class we explore the basics for belly dance: posture, hip work, basic torso isolations, arms, basic dance steps and introduction to finger cymbals.
Dress for ease of movement.
Basics for Belly Dance (Level 2)
Tuesday: 8-9pm begins Tuesday April 16th
This class bridges the gap between beginning basics and intermediate level classes. Dancers who are ready to take their dance to the next level, but not feeling quite ready for intermediate class, this is the class for you. In Level 2 Basics, we will work on honing basic dance technique while introducing some more complex steps and shimmies. Dancers will also be introduced to simple dance improv concepts such as fades and turning the wheel.
*South Side Belly Dance Class
Mondays: 8:15-9:30pm (visit http://www.tracistone.com/ for current schedule and rates)
Artistry in Motion Studio
4384 Clearwater Way
Lexington, Ky. 40515
Learn the basics of belly dance, posture, muscle development, foundation steps and an understanding of the music and basic musical interpretation. Students encouraged to bring a dance notebook to class.
Intermediate Belly Dance
Wednesday: 7:15-9pm
Moving beyond the basics, students explore the beauty of group improvisation, working in pairs, trios, quartets, and larger ensembles. While exploring more intricate dance steps, students also learn how to move these steps around the floor, how to cue changes in formation including fades, spirals and more. Students will continue to improve their finger cymbal playing and develop their musicality with regard to the dance. Students encouraged to bring a dance notebook to class.
Advanced Belly Dance and Performance Prep
Sunday: 7-9pm
Advanced level belly dance class. (by instructor approval)
For students who seriously want to learn performance skills. Dancers should come prepared for class. Bring zils, veils, and knee pads.
Belly Aerobics
Tuesday: 6:30-8pm (the extended mix)
Ultra Fun workout class!! Energetic and lively, think Zumba but with belly dance and a few other surprises! This class is open to all skill levels. The class typically begins on the floor for stretching and conditioning and works itself into fun frenzy designed to build your dance stamina.
3 Cs: Core, Choreography, Cabaret (currently out of session)
instructor: Eva Ensmann
About Eva:
Eva Ensmann has been belly dancing for more than 17 years. She trained for seven years in the San Francisco Bay Area as a cabaret belly dancer with Nanna Candelaria and was a principal dancer with the troupe Tabu. After moving to Lexington, she became a principal dancer with Rakadu. She currently dances with two belly dance troupes: Rakadu and Hala Alimah. Eva grew up dancing and prior to belly dancing has 10 plus years of ballet training in NYC, Estonian folk dancing, and ballroom dancing. She also has informally been belly dancing since she can remember (her mother is a belly dancer and belly dance instructor) – she cannot imagine life without dance.
"Belly"wood: Indo-fusion- Belly dance meets Bollywood (currently out of session)
We're gonna put a little Hindi spice into our belly dance! Drawing from dance influences of India, this class will explore mudras (hand gestures), the art of expression and acting (abinaya), a little bollywood, bhangra, and folkloric dances of Rajasthan and layer them with some common belly dance steps. Fun, expressive and energetic. Open to all skill levels.
Other Classes
African Hand Drumming w/Tripp Bratton-Mondays 7:15-8:30pm
Djembe hand drumming lessons for all levels. Extra drums are provided. Current Session: Jan 7-Feb. 4
Hula Hoop Dance w/Paige Hankla
Monday: 6-7pm (all skill levels)
Give a gift to yourself, and fall in love with the hoop.
We will be exploring the movement
within hoop dance finding a balance between exercise,
meditation, artistic expression, and play.
There will be hoops available for use. more info on Paige and PlayThink visit: www.playthinkmove.com
Grassroots YogaGrassRootsYoga with Teresa Thompson
Sun. 11am 75 minutes
Gentle Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama
Tues. 10:30am 60 minutes
Chair Yoga for those with Disabilities and Mobility Issues
Wed. 5:30pm 75 minutes
Mixed Level Vinyasa
Please arrive early to sign in
Don't forget your yoga mat!
Come to the side entrance
Yoga with Madelaine-
Saturday 4:00-5:30pm
Mixed level 90 minutes of yoga and meditation.
Description:
Madelaine discovered yoga in 1998 and in 2005 became certified to teach. Since then, she haved taken several immersions and teacher trainings in the Anusara yoga tradition with the extraordinary, Sianna Sherman. Other yoga teachers she has taken workshops with are Douglas Keller, a master of therapeutics whose amazing books provide a constant source of knowledge of therapeutics, Gary Kraftskow, Shiva Rea, Judith Lassater, Tias Little, Rodney Ye and Zhenja La Rosa. Madelaine bows in gratitude to all of the teachers that have helped to guide her on her journey as a student and a teacher. She is dedicated to evolving her practice and her studies in the science and teachings of yoga. As a teacher she constantly evaluating and formulating classes in order to create more health and vitality and also meaninful experience by skillfully weaving themes into classes so that students can experience a journey that goes beyond the physical body and leads right into the center of the heart.
Community Meditation Saturday mornings
Bring cushion/pillow and a cup for tea.
9:00-9:20 tea and cookies.
9:20 - 10:30 sitting/walking meditation.
Non-denominational, non-lineage specific.
$5 donation to Mecca for gracious use of space and utilities!
Hope to see you there!
Tai Chi with David Arnold
Saturdays from 10:30-11:30 am and Wednesdays 4:15-5:15pm
T'ai Chi can enhance balance, grace and flow in belly dancing and other sports activities. Classes led by David Arnold
Flamenco with Chandra Nair
Thursdays: 5:00-6:00pm
5 week sessions
Experience the passionate music and dance of Spain
while developing strong and graceful arms, rhythmic footwork
and confident presence.
VIVA FLAMENCO!!
Class Rates:
drop-in: $10/hr, $12/1.5hr
5 class card: $45/hr, $55/1.5hr
10 class card: $75/hr, $95/1.5hr
(class cards expire 3 months from purchase) .
monthly unlimited use card- $60/month
Class Location:
All Classes held at Mecca Studio, 948 Manchester Street Lexington, Ky. except where indicated.
Tuesday: 5:30-6:30pm
Great place for the beginner to start learning about the basics of belly dance. In this slower paced class, the student will learn elements of good dance posture, elegant arms, and basic dance steps that are the foundation of the art of belly dance.
Basics for Belly Dance (Level 1)
Saturday: 12:30-2pm
This class is suitable for all levels of dancer. In this class we explore the basics for belly dance: posture, hip work, basic torso isolations, arms, basic dance steps and introduction to finger cymbals.
Dress for ease of movement.
Basics for Belly Dance (Level 2)
Tuesday: 8-9pm begins Tuesday April 16th
This class bridges the gap between beginning basics and intermediate level classes. Dancers who are ready to take their dance to the next level, but not feeling quite ready for intermediate class, this is the class for you. In Level 2 Basics, we will work on honing basic dance technique while introducing some more complex steps and shimmies. Dancers will also be introduced to simple dance improv concepts such as fades and turning the wheel.
*South Side Belly Dance Class
Mondays: 8:15-9:30pm (visit http://www.tracistone.com/ for current schedule and rates)
Artistry in Motion Studio
4384 Clearwater Way
Lexington, Ky. 40515
Learn the basics of belly dance, posture, muscle development, foundation steps and an understanding of the music and basic musical interpretation. Students encouraged to bring a dance notebook to class.
Intermediate Belly Dance
Wednesday: 7:15-9pm
Moving beyond the basics, students explore the beauty of group improvisation, working in pairs, trios, quartets, and larger ensembles. While exploring more intricate dance steps, students also learn how to move these steps around the floor, how to cue changes in formation including fades, spirals and more. Students will continue to improve their finger cymbal playing and develop their musicality with regard to the dance. Students encouraged to bring a dance notebook to class.
Advanced Belly Dance and Performance Prep
Sunday: 7-9pm
Advanced level belly dance class. (by instructor approval)
For students who seriously want to learn performance skills. Dancers should come prepared for class. Bring zils, veils, and knee pads.
Belly Aerobics
Tuesday: 6:30-8pm (the extended mix)
Ultra Fun workout class!! Energetic and lively, think Zumba but with belly dance and a few other surprises! This class is open to all skill levels. The class typically begins on the floor for stretching and conditioning and works itself into fun frenzy designed to build your dance stamina.
3 Cs: Core, Choreography, Cabaret (currently out of session)
instructor: Eva Ensmann
About Eva:
Eva Ensmann has been belly dancing for more than 17 years. She trained for seven years in the San Francisco Bay Area as a cabaret belly dancer with Nanna Candelaria and was a principal dancer with the troupe Tabu. After moving to Lexington, she became a principal dancer with Rakadu. She currently dances with two belly dance troupes: Rakadu and Hala Alimah. Eva grew up dancing and prior to belly dancing has 10 plus years of ballet training in NYC, Estonian folk dancing, and ballroom dancing. She also has informally been belly dancing since she can remember (her mother is a belly dancer and belly dance instructor) – she cannot imagine life without dance.
"Belly"wood: Indo-fusion- Belly dance meets Bollywood (currently out of session)
We're gonna put a little Hindi spice into our belly dance! Drawing from dance influences of India, this class will explore mudras (hand gestures), the art of expression and acting (abinaya), a little bollywood, bhangra, and folkloric dances of Rajasthan and layer them with some common belly dance steps. Fun, expressive and energetic. Open to all skill levels.
Other Classes
African Hand Drumming w/Tripp Bratton-Mondays 7:15-8:30pm
Djembe hand drumming lessons for all levels. Extra drums are provided. Current Session: Jan 7-Feb. 4
Hula Hoop Dance w/Paige Hankla
Monday: 6-7pm (all skill levels)
Give a gift to yourself, and fall in love with the hoop.
We will be exploring the movement
within hoop dance finding a balance between exercise,
meditation, artistic expression, and play.
There will be hoops available for use. more info on Paige and PlayThink visit: www.playthinkmove.com
Grassroots YogaGrassRootsYoga with Teresa Thompson
Sun. 11am 75 minutes
Gentle Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama
Tues. 10:30am 60 minutes
Chair Yoga for those with Disabilities and Mobility Issues
Wed. 5:30pm 75 minutes
Mixed Level Vinyasa
Please arrive early to sign in
Don't forget your yoga mat!
Come to the side entrance
Yoga with Madelaine-
Saturday 4:00-5:30pm
Mixed level 90 minutes of yoga and meditation.
Description:
Madelaine discovered yoga in 1998 and in 2005 became certified to teach. Since then, she haved taken several immersions and teacher trainings in the Anusara yoga tradition with the extraordinary, Sianna Sherman. Other yoga teachers she has taken workshops with are Douglas Keller, a master of therapeutics whose amazing books provide a constant source of knowledge of therapeutics, Gary Kraftskow, Shiva Rea, Judith Lassater, Tias Little, Rodney Ye and Zhenja La Rosa. Madelaine bows in gratitude to all of the teachers that have helped to guide her on her journey as a student and a teacher. She is dedicated to evolving her practice and her studies in the science and teachings of yoga. As a teacher she constantly evaluating and formulating classes in order to create more health and vitality and also meaninful experience by skillfully weaving themes into classes so that students can experience a journey that goes beyond the physical body and leads right into the center of the heart.
Community Meditation Saturday mornings
Bring cushion/pillow and a cup for tea.
9:00-9:20 tea and cookies.
9:20 - 10:30 sitting/walking meditation.
Non-denominational, non-lineage specific.
$5 donation to Mecca for gracious use of space and utilities!
Hope to see you there!
Tai Chi with David Arnold
Saturdays from 10:30-11:30 am and Wednesdays 4:15-5:15pm
T'ai Chi can enhance balance, grace and flow in belly dancing and other sports activities. Classes led by David Arnold
Flamenco with Chandra Nair
Thursdays: 5:00-6:00pm
5 week sessions
Experience the passionate music and dance of Spain
while developing strong and graceful arms, rhythmic footwork
and confident presence.
VIVA FLAMENCO!!
Class Rates:
drop-in: $10/hr, $12/1.5hr
5 class card: $45/hr, $55/1.5hr
10 class card: $75/hr, $95/1.5hr
(class cards expire 3 months from purchase) .
monthly unlimited use card- $60/month
Class Location:
All Classes held at Mecca Studio, 948 Manchester Street Lexington, Ky. except where indicated.
