Class Location
Classes are at Austin Bellydance
2417 Buell Ave, Suite A
Austin, TX 78757
What to Bring
All classes:
Please wear stretchy, fitted, comfortable clothing. Bare feet, socks, or dance slippers.
Frame drum classes:
Please bring a frame drum of any type and size (recommended: 14 inch tar). Limited drums will be available to borrow for class.
Bellydance classes:
Please bring finger cymbals if you would like to add *optional* finger cymbal layers.
Need a drum or cymbals? Get them here: tinyurl.com/getdrum
Arrival and Parking
Please arrive a few minutes early, but no more than 15 minutes before your class start time.
Parking: Street parking is plentiful on Buell Ave. Please do not block the driveway in front of the studio and neighboring businesses.
ABSENCE & CANCELLATION POLICY
We understand that unexpected things come up and you may have to miss a class. That's why we include pre-recorded class videos with your registration that you will have access to during the entire 8-week session!
There are no refunds for missed classes. Enrollment secures your spot in a class session that has set meeting dates, and limited capacity. There are no make-ups or roll-overs. Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. Classes purchased as pre-paid or pro-rated sessions must be used within the remaining time frame of the selected course.
Drop-in classes must be used during the current class session.
By making this purchase you understand that there are absolutely no refunds for any reason.
8-week Session Dates
2024 Class Session Calendar:
January 9 - February 27
March 5 - April 23
*Class Showing: April 30
May 7 - June 25
July 2 - August 20
You are welcome to join us mid-session! Simply use the recorded class videos to make-up the lessons you've missed!
Supplemental Recordings
When you enroll in the entire 8-week session, you will get automatic access to a video library of pre-recorded versions of each class!
Use these videos as preparation, review, and make-ups for any missed classes.
You will have access to this video library for the length of the 8-week session only.
Video library support is not included with a drop-in class purchase.
Handbook
When enrolling in an 8-week session of both Frame Drum AND Bellydance Classes, you have the option of purchasing a printed coil-bound handbook that contains helpful information, notation, and diagrams. Your handbook will be given to you in your first class. A digital version of this book will not be provided.
Class Difficulty Level
My classes are open to all levels, including adventurous beginners! When you enroll in an 8-week session with me you will get access to supplemental class recordings so you can review everything we learn in class and practice between classes! The material we learn in class is intermediate-level material but I offer adjustments for beginners and advanced practitioners so we can all enjoy practicing together and learning from one another. Each session we repeat the same rich material so you will be able to see your skills improve with each session. I am very kind with everyone, especially those who are brand new. The most important thing is that you are kind to yourself in your own internal dialogue as you learn. In my twenty years of teaching I have found that the most successful students are those who are kind to themselves when they try things that are new to them. Self-compassion is a valuable life skill that dance and drum can teach us. As long as you have a brave spirit for learning something new I'd love to have you!
