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October November
Classes in a List Format

 

Taletha is proud to announce that all of her classes will now be at the brand new Fierce Fitness by Design studio!

 

Keep your eyes peeled for a dynamic new schedule of 6 week session classes which will include the technique you love along with choreography, Gothic Belly Dance, props and more!

 

Fierce Fitness by Design is located at:

1806 Frankfort Ave.

Louisville, KY

 

Classes begin August 18, 2009!

 

Class Fees
Drop-in rate: $12/class 6 class card: $66 10 class card: $100 Private Lessons: $55/hr. Semi-private lessons: $35/hr. per person for up to 3 people.
What about my 8 class card?

All students who currently have active 8 class cards are still welcome to join my classes for the remainder of their card until October 18th. When your card is full, however, you will be required to purchase either a 6 class or 10 class card through Fierce Fitness.

 

Important Information About Classes

Students are encouraged to sign up for classes in advance.

The minimum students required for each session is 5 students.

The deadline for signing up for a 6 week session is ONE week before the session begins. Should the minimum not be met, that class will be canceled for the session. Registrations will still be taken for the next session during this time. You have the option of paying for 6 classes or 10 classes in advance which will cover you for 1 full session plus 4 classes of the next session.

How to Register:

1. Please e-mail Taletha with your intent to join the session.

2. Please print out the Fierce Fitness Packet, fill it out and bring it to Taletha with your payment to Fierce. Fitness by Design (1806 Frankfort Ave.) during a regularly scheduled class. Be sure to note on the form that you are taking the Belly Dance Classes. Taletha accepts check, cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and PayPal. There will be a $20 fee for returned checks.

3. If you would like to pay via PayPal, please send payment to talethadance@yahoo.com . There is an additional $2.50 charge for PayPal payments. The total PayPal payment for 6 classes is $68.50 and for 10 classes $102.50. You will receive a payment confirmation from Taletha via e-mail within 48 hrs. of receipt.

4. For credit card payments, there is an additional $7.00 charge which will be run at the time of registration.

5. Please make checks payable to Taletha.

6. There are NO make-up classes if you miss a class out of the session. However, there WILL be a make-up if Taletha is unable to make a class for unforeseen reasons.

 

Private and Semi-Private Lessons

**Please Note: ALL private and semi-private lessons will be held at Fierce Fitness by Design on Frankfort Ave. effective immediately! Please note the rate changes for private lessons.**

Private Belly Dance Lessons are available on a weekly, bi-weekly, or one time basis. Lessons are $55/hr and can cover anything from the basics (for those who are more comfortable learning one on one), to personal dance goals such as: choreography, technique, stage presence, Gothic Belly Dance and music interpretation.

To schedule a private or semi-private lesson, please contact Taletha at talethadance@yahoo.com.

 

Class Attire

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

  • You will need:

* Yoga pants or work out pants.

* A sports bra, form-fitting tank top or form-fitting T-shirt.

* A hip scarf to show off your lovely hip movements! See instructor to purchase one or to ask where to get one. Many times you can find a fringed shawl that will work.

 

Class Descriptions

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

Belly Dance Basics I - It's time to get out there and learn something new! Belly Dance Basics I will open you up to the beautiful world of one of the world's oldest dance styles. No prior dance experience is required to take this class.

Belly Dance Basics II - Delve further into the world of Egyptian style belly dance! Belly Dance Basics II will help you continue to learn basic belly dance technique in preparation for the next level class, Belly Dance Choreography for Beginners!
Choreography for Beginners - Learn a fun and sassy original belly dance choreography by Taletha. It's time to take what you've learned and strut your stuff!
Intermediate and Advanced Technique - This class is for experienced belly dance students who already have a firm grasp of belly dance technique and would like to continue their studies through technique and combinations.  
Gothic Belly Dance - It's time to learn the basics of Gothic Belly Dance. This class is for students who already have experience with basic belly dance movements and concepts.
Zills in Space! - This class will give you the tools you need to take your first steps toward dancing with zills. This class is for students of all levels who want to explore zills as an option in their future dancing. Requirements: A set of 4 finger cymbals.
Drum Solo Choreography - Learn an original drum solo choreography by Taletha.
Introduction to Props: Veil - The veil is one of the most beautiful props belly dancers work with. It adds a sense of drama and a flash of color to performances. In this class you will learn the basics of dancing with a veil. This class is for students of all levels.
Introduction to Props: Cane - Raks Al Assaya stems from the Egyptian men's folk dance, Tahtib. The cane can be used to add an folk feel to your dancing and it's incredibly fun to boot!
I Hate Footwork! (Footwork for the Footwork Impaired) - This class is for students of all levels who want to focus on the footwork aspect of dance. If you're tired of having two left feet, this is the class for you!
Belly Dance Boot Camp - Raq Until You Drop! - It's time to get up and get moving with Raq Until You Drop! Work your technique with Taletha! This class is designed for students of all levels.  

 

Upcoming Classes

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

Class Day and Time Session Start Session End Sign-up Deadline
 
Belly Dance Basics I Tuesdays 7-8 p.m. August 18th September 22nd n/a
Belly Dance Basics II Tuesdays 7-8 p.m. October 6th November 10th September 29th
Gothic Belly Dance Thursdays 7-8 p.m. October 8th November 12th October 1st
Asrar Al Badra (The Moon's Secrets) Dance Company  Saturdays 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. By Audition Only By Audition Only By Audition Only

 

~ October 2009 ~

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Sign-up Deadline for Gothic Belly Dance Basics - No Class This Week

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11-1 a.m. Asrar Al Badra Practice - CLOSED

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics II

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7-8 Gothic Belly Dance Basics (Int. and Adv.)

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11-1 a.m. Asrar Al Badra Practice - CLOSED

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Sign-up Deadline for Belly Dance Basics I

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics II

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7-8 Gothic Belly Dance Basics (Int. and Adv.)

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11-1 a.m. Asrar Al Badra Practice - CLOSED

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics I

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics II

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7-8 Gothic Belly Dance Basics (Int. and Adv.)

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11-1 a.m. Asrar Al Badra Practice - CLOSED

Carnival of Evil - Covington, KY

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics I

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics II

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7-8 Gothic Belly Dance Basics (Int. and Adv.)

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8-9:30 p.m. Halloween Hop! Members of Asrar Al Badra perform at Fierce!

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11-1 a.m. Asrar Al Badra Practice - CLOSED

 

~ November 2009 ~

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics I

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics II

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7-8 Gothic Belly Dance Basics (Int. and Adv.)

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11-1 a.m. Asrar Al Badra Practice - CLOSED

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics I

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics II

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7-8 Gothic Belly Dance Basics (Int. and Adv.)

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11-1 a.m. Asrar Al Badra Practice - CLOSED

An Evening of Persian with il Troubadore at Road to Morocco.

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics I

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11-1 a.m. Asrar Al Badra Practice - CLOSED

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7-8 Belly Dance Basics I

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Thanksgiving - No Classes!

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