Class cancellations: No class Sat 29 Nov Due to Floors being renovated. No Class Saturday December 6th. No Tribal Belly Dance Classes for Winter Holidays 21 Dec 2008-4 Jan 2009.

Class changes: We are here November 22nd (Sat), 25th (Tues), December 2nd (Tues), 9th (Tues), 13th (Sat), 16th (Tues) & 20th (Sat). During this time, we will focus on the instructors move of choice, unless there are special requests made. These classes are suitable for first time guests too! Drop in any time.

For more information 206-322-9500 or info@skindeepdance.com

Dance Fundamentals (Level 1)
60 minutes $12
drop-in, mixed level
Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm
Fridays 6:30pm-7:30pm (starting in January 9th 2009)
Saturdays 11:00am-12:00pm

Learn to dance by drilling the basics in fun combinations. Using both slow movements and fast steps we'll get you dancing in your first class! All basic movements and group formations in a six-week cycle including posture and body awareness, zils and music. You are welcome to drop-in on this class after the course has started as we have plenty of review built into each class. Intro to partner and group dancing. However, you must arrive 10-15 minutes to class start.

*Best class for beginners.

*Corresponds with FCBD Tribal Basics Vol.1 Fundamentals of Dance DVD

Dress for Skin Deep dance classes: Full skirt or loose pants, hip scarf, short top or leotard (just wear something comfortable). Bare feet or dance shoes only in dance studio. You will need a pair of zils (finger cymbals). You can purchase at the studio or bring your own.

Tribal Combinations (Level 2)
60 minutes $12
drop-in, mixed level
Tuesdays 8:00-9:00pm
Saturdays 12:15pm-1:15pm 

Refine individual technique by drilling basic steps and their variations in creative combinations. Although open to all levels, this class is best used simultaneously with Dance Fundamentals as there are no descriptions of the basic steps. To take this class you must understand partner and group dancing (Level One, above.) Twelve-week cycle.

*This class is the next step after Fundamentals.

*Corresponds with FCBD Tribal Basics Vol.4 Advanced Workshop DVD and Vol.5 Cues and Transitions DVD.

Dress for Skin Deep dance classes: Full skirt or loose pants, hip scarf, short top or leotard (just wear something comfortable). Bare feet or dance shoes only in dance studio. You will need a pair of zils (finger cymbals). You can purchase at the studio or bring your own.

Drills/Improv Choreography (Level 3)
90 minutes $12 drop-in
check with a teacher about your skill level before joining this class
Thursdays 7:30pm-9:00pm (Starting January 8th 2009)

First half of class is Drills, second half is using the 'Drills' steps in Improv Choreography This class is also a prep class for our student performances.* You must have experience in Dance Fundamentals and Tribal Combinations to join this class.

Technique for Intermediate and Advanced steps used in Improv Classes. May include floorwork, sword and basket balancing and other specialty work. Working in duet,trio and chorus formations, set up choreographies using the full range of movements. You must have experience in Dance Fundamentals and Tribal Combinations to join this class.

*Corresponds with Tribal Basics Vol.1-7 DVDs.

Dress is any color skirt and choli or leotard, hip shawl and pantaloons. Hair tied up off face and neck. You will need your own zils. Bring a headwrap and knee pads for specialty work.

Tribal Floorwork, Props, Bellyrolls and Beyond Workshop
Sunday 23 November 12:45pm-4:00pm

This fun class will offer a variety of sophisticated moves that you can add to your repetoire. We will cover floorwork, balancing props on your head, bellyrolls, flutters and more. We will also learn a short choreography including our new moves for a solo or group presentation.

You will need:

~knee pads (available in our store)
~swords or baskets (Saroyan Swords available online)

~scarf for head wrap
Please wear a long skirt and/or pantaloons.

This workshop is being taught by Katrina Hellbusch, an ATS Belly Dance Instructor + Sister Studio, Certified by Carolena Nericcio of FatChanceBellyDance. Katrina has been dancing these steps since 1999 and teaching them since 2001.

Cost: $35

Maximum 12 students. Register now!

This workshop will take place at Skin Deep Dance 2524 16th Ave S #311, Seattle

Eastside Location (Issaquah)

Beginning American Tribal Style Belly Dance with Caryn Law of Skin Deep

Free class Wednesday December 10th during Customer Appreciation Day!

New series starts Monday January 5th 6:30pm-7:30pm (Level 1) and 7:45pm-8:45pm (Level 2)

These classes are hosted by Fern Life Center, 710 Fifth Ave NW Issaquah, WA 98027.

Please contact Fern Life Center for class fees and details.
Phone:425.391.3376 / 877.391.3376 Web: http://fernlifecenter.com/classes/index.htm