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Learn to Dance

Learn this beautiful ancient art form in a comfortable setting with sensuous music that transports you to another time while celebrating the wonderful women we are.  This dance is for women of all ages, shapes, sizes, and colors.

Maya has been studying this beautiful art form for over 2 decades. She has taught at the Newark Arts Alliance, Soulstice and the George Wilson Center in the past.  Currently classes are being held at Maya's dance studio in Stanton, DE. on Tuesdays.

Please also check the friends page for information on Ilianna and Almaaza.


Class Schedule

A new session begins May 6 for Maya's classes. Sign up for 2 months at a time ($10 a class), save $20.00!!! Walk in fee of $15.00. Payment is due the first night of the new session. Download schedule as a Word document

Classes taught by Maya in Stanton, DE. You must pre-register for classes.

Day Time Level Description
Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm Beginner II Must have knowledge of all basic moves.  Learn choreographies, more advanced moves, props and more detailed technique.  **Temporarily postponed**
Tuesday
6:00-7:00pm
Beginner I
No previous knowledge of bellydancing required.  Learn basic moves, postures and transitions.  On going class






Classes taught by Ilianna at the George Wilson Center, New London Road, in Newark, DE.

Day Time Level Description
Tuesday 5:30 - 6:30


Bellydance Fitness

This class is taught at the Central YMCA in Wilmington
Wednesday 7:00-8:00pm Beginners II You will learn basic moves and postures. You must pre-register for this class. There is a minimum of 5 to start this class.  On going
Wednesday
6:00-7:00pm
Beginner I
New session to being in the Summer 2008

Classes taught by Almaaza in the Prices Corner Area - call for registration and directions. (302) 633-0604

Day Time Level Description
Monday 6:30-7:30pm Beginners  No previous knowledge of belly dancing required.  Learn basic moves, postures and transitions.  On going
Wednesday
6:30-7:30
Beginner
No previous knowledge of belly dancing required.  Learn basic moves, postures and transitions.  On going class.

Drum class taught by Michael Reese.  Time:  7:15 - 8:00 on Thursday nights.   Michael taught a rhythm class for us in the Spring and Fall.  Please preregister for this class.  E-mail me with any questions.  Mayababe1@aol.com

**Michael Reese drumed regularly for Philadelphia Tribal Bellydance.  Currently he is drumming for Tapestry Tribal Troupe.  Check out their website for upcoming shows www.tapestrytribal.com

Tribal 3 - taught by Bonnie Reese.  Time:  6-7pm on Monday nights.  Please preregister for this class.  Bonnie is a member of Tapestry Tribal Troupe and has also been teaching at the PMRI building in Wilmington. 


Class Attire & Props

Maya is a distributor for Dahlal Internationale. You may schedule a time to "shop" for hip scarves, zills, CD's, video's, veils, harem pants and more.  Or we can make a party of it!

Ongoing events:  Monthly meetups the 1st Thursday of every month.  Please check Yahoo Group for details.  Info on the "Links" page of this web site.

******SPECIAL EVENTS*******

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS



1.  Workshop with Almaaza.  Almaaza will be teaching a choreography by the incomprable Ibrahim "Bobby" Farrah.  This will take place at the George Wilson Center 303 New London Rd., Newark, DE.  May 17th from 11am - 2:30pm.  The price is $35 before April 28th and $40 after.  Please contact me for more info. 

2.  Ilianna dances at the grand opening of the Newark Arts Alliance's new location.  April 11th 7pm. 

Gift Certificates

Gift certificates are available for bellydance classes. Contact Maya for more information.

Contact Maya for more information and to register for classes and workshops.
Phone: (302) 636-9343
E-mail: mayababe1@aol.com



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