Janice "Jendayi" Maxwell - Creative Director of Badalna Dance Company

What is Belly Dance?

Many Experts say it is the oldest form of dance, having roots in all ancient cultures, from the orient to India to the mid-east.  Historically, this ritualized expression has been performed for women, generally during  fertility rites or parties preparing women for marriage.

Belly Dancing is natural for a woman's bone and muscular structure with movements emanating from the torso rather than in  the legs and feet.  The dance forcuses upon isolating different parts of the body, moving them independently  in sensuous patterns, weaving together the entire feminine  form.  Belly Dancing is generally performed barefoot, thought by many to emphasize the physical connection between the dancer, her expression and Mother Earth.

Discover Bellydance Choreography -Mixed Levels - Mondays 7:15-8:15pm

Bellydance choreography is a great way to learn to bellydance and show off your moves to friends and family.  In this class, students will learn a complete bellydance routine (choreography) from start to finish.  New bellydance choreography is taught every 5 weeks.  Levels vary from Basic Beginner to Advanced.  Please check Jendayi's website at www.atlanta-bellydancing.com for start and end dates and a description of the current choreopgraphy.  Note:  It's best to take the entire 5 week session to get the most out this class.

Cost: $12 weekly or purchase a 5 Week Class Card for $50. (drops to $10/class)

Ages: 12 and up

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Instructor:  Moriah of Badalna Dance Company

Instructor:  Nakia of Badalna Dance Company

 Bellydance Basics, Technique and Cardio - Tuesdays 7:15-8:15pm

Welcome to the exotic world of bellydance, colorful hip scarves, beautiful silk veils and lots of fun!  Picture yourself strutting your stuff to the hottest middle-eastern music with influences for Indian, Latin America and other cultures! 1/2 Technique nd 1/2 Cardio.  The first 30 minutes of this class includes clear and precise breakdown of the BASIC movements of bellydance with emphasis on posture and body mechanics.  The 2nd half of the class puts together the movements and combinations from part one into combinations designed to get your heart rate up and keep it up.

Cost:  $12 weekly or purchase a 5 Week Card for $50 (drops to $10/class)

Ages:  12 and up

Levels:  All

NOTE: No visitors, observers or children are allowed to watch classes.  Kids are not allowed to sit in on classes as there is no child care option available.  Children 12 and older may take classes with parent at the regular rate of $12. per week or use the class card option.

Just call the Herb Shop to register:

Location: Herb Shop * Healing Center

161 Jackson Street,  Canton, Georgia 30115

770-704-9950