Fascinated by fans but don’t know how to use them? Then come and discover how the beauty of fan dancing can enhance your ability to mesmerize an audience. Kaeshi will teach different hand holds, dramatic accents, poses you can strike, travel steps, plus a myriad of bellydance movements that work well with traditional Chinese fan technique.

Wish to buy your own fans? Check out https://a.co/d/hvXDHFV (Select 120 x 90 cm)

10/1-10/29 Wednesdays 7.30-8.30pm

5 Week Course: $100, $90 Members
Drop-In: $25, $20 Members

This course, taught by Tarik Sultan, introduces the fundamentals of Belly Dance (Raks Baladi)—a foundation that can be applied to any style, from American Cabaret (Am Cab) to Fusion to Oriental (Raks Sharqi).

You’ll not only build essential movement vocabulary, but also learn how to coordinate stylized hand and arm patterns to create a graceful frame around your body—bringing authenticity, fluidity, and artistry to your dance.

Dive deep into the heart of Egyptian-style belly dance with master instructor Tarik Sultan in this 3-week musicality and improvisation II course.

Egyptian and Arabic music naturally flows between lush melodic lines and driving rhythmic patterns. A skilled dancer not only knows how to distinguish between the two—but also how to respond in the moment with movement that feels both intuitive and intentional.

In this course, students will:
-Learn to interpret both melodic and rhythmic sections using foundational movement vocabulary and dynamic variations
-Develop the ability to listen closely and respond to subtle shifts, phrasing, and emotional nuances in the music
-Strengthen improvisational skills that allow for greater freedom and expression in performance
-Explore a wide range of music—from classical and folkloric to modern Egyptian pop

Whether you're a seasoned dancer looking to deepen your musical connection or newer to improvisation, this course offers powerful tools to enhance your artistry and presence onstage.