This is a Level One class perfect for the beginner, novice beginner and those intermediate to advanced level dancers seeking structured core training. As they say in ballet – “back to the bar” – this class moves you through a body awareness warm-up, isolation exercises, various shimmies and traveling moves that are all essential to Middle Eastern Dance.
Tuesdays @ 7:00pm
Class meets Tuesdays Oct 1- Nov 5 @ 8pm-9pm
Intermediate – Advanced Level
Performance opportunity! This choreography will be performed at the pre-show for BDE’s Wonderful Wizard of Oz which takes place in Atlanta Sunday February 9, 2020! More details to be discussed in class.
Attendance at all classes and rehearsals is required in order to perform. Any exceptions must be discussed with and approved by Aziza Nawal in advance.
Register for Hardcore Belly Dance now: https://atlantafusionbellydance.com/upcoming-events?date=2019-10
This choreography will be taught in two 5-week sessions. Must attend both sessions to perform.
First 5 weeks: March 12 – April 16 (no class 3/26)
Second 5 weeks: April 30 – May 28 (no class 4/23)
Intermediate level class. Prior belly dance proficiency recommended. 10-week course: $80 in advance, $110 day of class
This is not a DROP-IN class! Your commitment to the entire session is required to perform in the Anniversary show. It will be taught in two parts for flexibility – you may be asked to perform in one or both of the parts.
Hello my beauties!
I will be wrapping up my classes for 2018 in mid-December but I’ll be gearing up for 2019 to bring you some new material as well as stengthening my core content.
Details below!
Belly Dance Fundamentals
Tuesdays @7pm Ongoing – please check atlantafusionbellydance.com for holiday schedule
6 week series starting January 22 thru February 26. Aziza Nawal will take you on a journey through the Middle East with an intro to folkloric dances from various regions. The class will begin with an intense warm-up and fundamental drills, then Aziza Nawal will teach technique and step combinations in a folkloric style as wellas include a bit of history and how the style has influenced modern belly dance. Intermediate to advanced levels recommended.
A group of us Atlanta-area Belly Dancers have teamed up to develop a series of workshops and seminars to help prepare dancers for restaurant dancing, private/corporate events, festivals and more! I am proud to be a part of this amazing series!
Collectively, this group has decades of experience and lessons-learned to share with anyone interested in dancing (belly dancing) professionally!
I will be kicking off this series with a guide to restaurant performances! From costuming, to working the room, to music selection and understanding the restaurant business, I will provide you with a great overview to get you started! Deatails below!
Sincerely,
Aziza Nawal
Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 12 PM – 2 PM
Atlanta Fusion Belly Dance
1015 Collier Rd NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
Tickets · $32.64
$30 plus fees thru January 7! Rates increase on January 8, 2019! Register now
Starting September 11 – Oct 16 (no class Sept 25), join Aziza Nawal for Part 2 of Hardcore Zills with a brand new choreography that will be performed at the upcoming Spooktakular Soire on October 21!
In this 5 week class you will learn a choreography that will be performed at the Spooktacular show on October 21st at Nicola’s Restaurant. Attendance to all classes and one rehearsal prior to the show is encouraged. Aziza Nawal will have the final say on who will perform based on your participation and commitment.
Atlanta Fusion Belly Dance – register here – choose the 6 week choreography option to save $$
1015 Collier Rd NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
Special 4 week session – Tuesdays August 7-28 @ 8pm
*Part 1 of 2, next session meets September 11 – October 16, no class September 25*
Part 1:
Join Aziza Nawal for this special 4 week Hardcore Belly Dance class focusing on zills (finger cymbals) and oriental dance (Belly Dance) technique. New to zills? No problem – this class will feature drills of common rhythms and patterns that is great for all levels of experience. This is an intermediate to advanced level dance class so knowledge of belly dance fundamentals is recommended.
Aziza Nawal recommends using quality finger cymbals for this class to get the most benefit – Saroyan and Turquoise International are trusted vendors. Miss Belly dance carries Turquoise International zills as well.
Part 2:
Hardcore Zills part II: Chroegraphy Class Sept 11 – Oct 16 (no class Sept 25). Take the skills you learned in Aziza Nawal’s previous session and apply them to learning this original choreography by Aziza Nawal.
In this 5 week class you will learn a choreography that will be performed at the Spooktacular show on October 21st at Nicola’s Restaurant. Attendance to all classes and one rehearsal prior to the show is encouraged. Aziza Nawal will have the final say on who will perform based on your participation and commitment.
Here are links to purchase zills:
http://www.missbellydance.com/Belly_Dance_Zills_Detailed_2_1_4_Diameter_p/zill17.htm
http://www.missbellydance.com/Belly_Dance_Zills_Plain_2_1_2_Diameter_p/zill15.htm
https://www.saroyancymbals.com/store/welcome-to-saroyan-mastercrafts/arabesque-mc-300/
If you purchase these from Miss Belly Dance please specify you want Turquoise International Zils wither 2 1/4″ or 2 1/2″ diameter – these are the ones Aziza Nawal recommends.
2196 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
Multiple Shows from 7:30 to 10:30pm
1602 Lavista Rd NE, North Druid Hills, Georgia 30329
Aziza Nawal teaches at Atlanta Fusion Belly Dance Studios on Tuesday evenings Sessions vary so please check back for details.
Beginner Belly Dance Tuesdays 7pm
Hardcore Belly Dance Tuesdays 8pm
That’s right Tuesday is Aziza Nawal day at AFBD! Level 1 drop-in classes at 7pm for all new to belly dance and those who just want some good old fashioned technique. We will drill isolations, step combinations and shimmies essential to Middle Eastern Dance.
Then at 8pm, Aziza Nawal will teach the Intermediate/Advanced level class. Topics may include: combinations to different Middle Eastern rhythms each week explaining the structure and sound, how it is used in music of the region and most importantly – how to dance to them. Class will consist of drills across the floor with a focus on technique for the Intermediate to Professional level dancer as well as intense warm-ups. get ready to learn and train!
Drop-in classes are $10
