Hi Everyone!

Here's the revised Summer & Fall Schedule. Please read carefully as the schedule has changed for Fall. Also I will be capping the registration for these classes & workshops, so I would appreciate pre-registering so I can have an idea about how many drop-ins I can allow in.


July Classes

Mondays
6:15pm~7:45pm~Foundations I/II ~ Mixed~level class~ Drop-ins welcome.
This is an mixed-level class focusing on developing alignment, strength , stamina & perfecting the basic skills needed for belly dance. Drills, building on basic moves, adding to the movement vocabulary, developing awareness of entire posture & adding more texture to our dance.This class is great for the experienced dancer or the brave newcomer. Some dance or movement experience recommended.
Classes run July 7th,14th, 21st, 28th


Summer/Fall Workshops

~Sunday July 6th 11:00am~ 2:30pm ~2nd Annual Stampede Kick off Booty-Boot Camp~ Technique, drills, layers & combo's and/or choreography will be explored.~

~Sunday August 24th 11:00am~2:30pm~ Back at It Booty-Boot Camp ~
Technique, drills, layers & combo's and/or choreography will be explored.~

~Sunday September 7th ~ 11am~2:30pm; ~Intro to Tribal Style & World Fusion bellydance~ This workshop will focus on posture, basic skills & vocabulary specific to Tribal Improv

~ Sunday November 17th 11:00am ~ 2:30pm~ ~Performance SKills & Drills~
This workshop will focus on developing self- expression & awareness in relation to yourself as a dancer/performer, as well as to fellow dancers, music, audience and environment. You will be lead thru a variety of exercises to cultivate these concepts.

These workshops are $50.00 each or $42.50/ each for 2 or more (paid in advance)
These workshops will take place at World Tree Studio, 812 Edmonton Tr. N.E. In the NEWLY EXPANDED Upstairs Studio.
Please pre-register as class size will be limited to 15.

To Register for classes or workshops or further info contact us at thebedouintribalfusion@gmail.com
Some previous dance or movement (ie Yoga) experience is recommended

~ Fall Class Schedule~ *please note: class schedule has changed*

~Sundays~ starting September 14th ~ December 14th (no classes October 12th & November 16th)
10:00am ~ 11:15am ~ Tribal Basics

This is a SLOWER-PACED class focusing on basic skills, posture, technique & vocabulary of Tribal Style Belly Dance. As well as introduction to drills and isolation's, anatomy. This is a great class for anyone new to belly dance or for the dancer who wants to refresh basic technique, and have a thorough understanding of the foundations of belly dance. Improvisation/ choreography will also be explored.

11:30am ~ 1:00pm ~Intermediate/Advanced
This is a very fast-paced class, come prepared to sweat! Advanced Tribal vocabulary & Combinations, as well as advanced drills, technique, layering, performance & stage presence will also be explored.
1:30pm ~ 3:00pm ~Intermediate/Advanced Improv/Choreography
This an Advanced-level class dedicated to practicing the principles of Improvisation, as well as learning choreography. Performance & stage presence will also be explored.
This class is a must if a dancer wants to pursue performing in a student troupe.


~Mondays~ Starting September 8th~December 8th ( no classes October 13th & November 17th )

6:15pm - 7:45pm~Foundations I/II~ mixed level class
This is an mixed-level class focusing on developing alignment, strength , stamina & perfecting the basic skills needed for belly dance. Drills, building on basic moves, adding to the movement vocabulary, developing awareness of entire posture & adding more texture to our dance. .This class is great for the experienced dancer or the brave newcomer. Some dance or movement experience recommended

~8:00pm ~ 9:30pm~Improv/Choreography~ Level I/II
This class is a mix of Choreography and developing & practicing the vocabulary & principles of Tribal Improv. Exploration of the lead & follow relationship, as well as cultivating self-expression, awareness and stage presence .



All classes are held at World Tree Studio 812 Edmonton Tr. N.E. in the Newly Expanded Upstairs Studio

Price:
$20 drop-in
$75.00 / 4 class card
$130.00 classes/4 week monthly Unlimited classes which is great if you come 2 or more classes / week
$210.00 / 12 week session (please note : all missed classes must be made up within the fall session )

To Register for classes or workshops or further info contact us at thebedouintribalfusion@gmail.com or phone at 403 831-2463
Classes are pending based on Registration/Registration is limited.
Under the Directorship of Heidi Hillman, The Bedouin Dance Company a innovative (Calgary based) Tribal Fusion Belly Dance Collective. With roots in classic and modern tribal The Bedouin have embraced inspiration from the Urban Tribal Movement, fusing Tribal Style Belly Dance, Classical Indian dance, Gypsy &, flamenco influences, Jazz, Vaudeville, and any other inclinations that might strike us...
From her first performance of the Can-Can at age of five, Heidi Hillman has developed a passion for all forms of dance. A Former member of the Young Canadians and three years of intensive study in Bharatha Natyam (a form of Classical Indian Dance), Heidi has been the director of The Bedouin Dance Company for four years.
An avid student, Heidi is committed to continuing her own personal studies, & has taken workshops from Sharon Kihara, The Urban Tribal Dance Company, Zoe Jakes, Fat Chance Bellydance, Ultra Gypsy, Mira Betz, Elizabeth Strong and is a certified Suhaila Salimpour level one completing a 30 hour workshop and extensive testing. Heidi brings all her experience, talent and innovation to The Bedouin and is known for her fun and challenging class environment, her beautiful technique , inspiring & choreography.