CLASS DESCRIPTIONS | FAQ'S | POLICIES | STUDENT RESOURCES
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS: Level 1: (Very beginning through some experience) Whether you're wishing to be that next belly dance superstar, looking for a hobby, or looking for a creative way to stay in shape, belly dance is for you! This course will allow you to express yourself creatively, while increasing flexibility, core strength, coordination and confidence and poise. Learn proper alignment, technique, combinations, footwork and movements, isolations, and more. Wear comfortable clothing, such as an exercise top and yoga pants. Belly dancers dance barefoot but shoes are acceptable. No previous experience necessary. Students need to bring a yoga/floor mat to class.
Level 2: (Prerequisite: Mastery of technique learned in Level 1 or equivalent dance experience, about one year of belly dance.) This class will build upon the fundamentals covered in Level 1, introducing finger cymbals and introducing the layering of isolations. The emphasis will be on strengthening technique and adding combinations and choreography. Students need to bring a yoga/floor mat and set of finger cymbals to class. Contact Mellilah, for info on purchasing finger cymbals, 206-370-2881.
FAQ'S (Frequently Asked Questions) What do I wear to class/lesssons? Wear comfortable exercise clothes. Dance, yoga or exercise pants, t-shirt, crop top or choli, and/or exercise tops are all fine. A hip scarf or coinless belt is optional. Most belly dancers dance barefoot but some choose to wear shoes. Any comfortable shoe that you can move in will work.. Jazz dance shoes and ballroom shoes are excellent options, too.
What do I bring? Bring water and yoga mat or towel for stretching. A notepad and pencil are recommended. If you have special dietary needs, like hypoglycemia, please bring a healthy snack. Bring finger cymbals to Level 2 classes.
Which level is best for me? Level 1 was created for the very beginner and those with some experience, as well as for those unfamiliar with Mellilah's approach to belly dance. Level 2 is for students with prior belly dance experience and those wanting to belly dance as a career or serious hobby. Mellilah recommends that you repeat Level 1 until you have mastered all the concepts on the Level 1 syllabus. You may decide to stay permanently in Level 1 or revisit Level 1 from time to time to hone in on the basics.
POLICIES Arrival: Please arrive to your scheduled class/lesson on time. If you have not registered, please arrive ten minutes early. If you do arrive late, Mellilah will continue the class/lesson for the remainder of the scheduled time. No refund will be given for time lost due to tardiness.
Pro-rated Fees: If you wish to join a session that has already begun, the fees are pro-rated as long as it's not the last day of the session. (If you join on the last day of a session, you must pay the $15 drop-in fee.)
Payment: Payment may be in the form of a check, cash, or PayPal. Only classes held at Ottoman Trading Co. may be paid using Paypal, payable to the following Paypal account: mail@mellilah.com
Cancellation: Students pay for group classes in advance in order to receive a discount per class. Any cancellations must be received before the first day of the scheduled session in order to receive a refund. Alternatively, students may choose to pay a one-time drop-in fee for each class they attend. For private lessons, please notify Mellilah no later than 72 hours before your scheduled time in order to cancel. Lessons may be rescheduled, if sufficient notification is given. In the unlikely event Mellilah must cancel a lesson, the lesson may be rescheduled or refunded.
STUDENT RESOURCES Mellilah's Blog: You'll want to visit the blog for interesting belly dance facts and information. Blog is constantly updated. Click Here
Mellilah's Links: There are many valuable links on my "links" page, including some of the best costume designers/vendors, places to purchase music and accessories, magazines and organizations for dancers, excellent performers and bands and more. Take time now and again to visit this page. Click Here
Music: Listen to samples or purchase songs. The first five songs are great for practice (4th song for shimmies, 5th for veil). Mellilah has choreographed dances to the songs #6-8, which may be used in class at some point. The last song, Aziza is a popular classic, which every dancer should know. Check back for updates.
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Belly Dance Classes MONDAYS |TUESDAYS|PRIVATES Group Instruction in Bothell
TUESDAYS Level 1 - Egyptian Cabaret 6:30-7:30pm (Sept 9-Oct 14th) Belly Dance Topics: Rhythms of the Dance 7:30-8:45pm (Sept 9-Oct 14th) Ottoman Trading Company 826 237th St SE; Suites C&D; Bothell, WA 98012; 425-368-0369; Map $72 for six classes 1st class $12; $15 Drop-in rate. Arrive 10 minutes early to register or contact Mellilah to pay via Paypal.
WEDNESDAYS Level 1 - Belly Dance Basics 6:45 - 8:00pm (Oct 1- Nov 5) (Nov 12- Dec 17) Level 2 - Belly Dance Basics 8:00 - 9:15pm (Oct 1- Nov 5) (Nov 12- Dec 17) City of Bothell Parks and Rec Lytle House Great Room (Park at Bothell Landing) 9919 NE 180th; Bothell, WA 98011 425-486-7430; Map; $60/66 for six classes; $15 Drop-in. Checks payable to: City of Bothell
PRIVATE LESSONS Mellilah's private studio is located in Mountlake Terrace, the Northern Seattle area, near Lynnwood, Edmonds, and Mill Creek.