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Special Workshops

Double Veil Technique Workshop
October 2008, TBA
Greensboro NC


Haala has just been invited to teach a Double Veil technique workshop out of town in Greensboro NC.

We are planning for sometime in October - details are being finalized, more information to come!

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General Bellydance Class Information

Bellydance, In General:


This ancient dance form is more properly known as Raqs Sharqi ("Dance of the Orient" or "Dance of the East" in Arabic), and is uniquely suited to a woman's natural movements.

Dance classes are a great way to have fun, learn something new about yourself and other cultures, express yourself artistically, and beat the blues, all in a relaxed, accepting and supportive environment.

This dance can be enjoyed by all ages and body types! Pregnant women are welcome with a note from their doctor.




Class Descriptions:

Bellydance Basics: This class is geared towards absolute beginners: people who have never taken a bellydance (or other dance) class before. The emphasis will be on fun and learning something new about yourself and other cultures. No matter what your body shape, age, or personality, you will look great and feel great Belly Dancing! It will benefit you physically, mentally, and emotionally. See Current class dates for this class.


Beginning Level 2 Bellydance: Continue your dance journey in this class, where we will explore many different topics, such as veilwork, finger cymbals, and choreography, while continuing to polish basic technique. This beginner class is appropriate for anyone that has taken at least one Bellydance class, up to one full year of experience. Each session has a different theme. See Current class dates for this class.

Continuing Bellydance: This class is recommended for dancers who have been taking classes for a year or more and want to focus even more deeply on their Belly Dance practice (ask instructor if you are unsure whether to take this class). I will assume you know the basic movements of Belly Dance, such as shimmies, hip circles, and traveling movements, and are ready to take your practice to the next level. We will focus on technique and choreography, with a different topic each session. Advanced students are also welcome to take this class - you will be given extra challenges. See Current class dates for this class.


What to Wear:

Anything that you feel comfortable in and that allows a range of motion: for example, a tank top or tee shirt with a cotton skirt, leggings, shorts or sweat pants. Usually we dance in bare feet, but if that is not comfortable, please feel free to wear ballet slippers or soft sandals.


Class Location:

Clear Horizons is located at 1200 Trinity Road, right on the border between Cary and West Raleigh NC, just off of I-40, Exit 290.

Click here for directions to Clear Horizons






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Current Class Dates and Times


Bellydance Basics: Mondays, 7:00-8:00pm.

June 2 - July 7, 2008- (This class is already in session.)

The next class session will start in the Fall.

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Beginner Level 2 Bellydance, Thursdays, 7-8pm, with possible overflow class on Mondays 8:10-9:10 if the Thursday class sells out (Pre-requisite: Bellydance Basics, or equivalent Bellydance class)

Mondays, June 2 - July 7, Thursdays, June 5 - July 17 (no class on July 3) - (these classes are currently in session and are sold out.)

The next class session will start in the Fall.

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Continuing Bellydance Thursdays, 8:10-9:10pm (Pre-requisite: One year or more of previous Belly Dance instruction)

June 5 - July 17, 2008 (no class on July 3) - Learning to Layer. This class is already in session, but you can drop in for $15/class.

The next class session will start in the Fall.

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Private Bellydance Instruction


Haala is available for private coaching sessions, if you would like some individual instruction and constructive and supportive feedback.

Rates for private lessons are: $35/hour for one person, $30/hour for two or more people, and $25/hour discounted rate for currently enrolled students.

Selected day and evening times are available. To schedule a private lesson, email haala@halobellydance.com.

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Gift Certificates


Gift Certificates are available anytime throughout the year -- give the gift of bellydance to yourself or someone you love!

To purchase a gift certificate, click on the button below and choose the appropriate amount. (Or if you would like to give a different amount than the choices offered, just email me)



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Make Your Own Class!


Are the current classes not meeting at a convenient day, time or location for you? Or you want to learn something specific that I'm not currently teaching? Then make your own class!

Here's all you have to do:
  1. Find a place to have the class (I can recommend Clear Horizons in Cary)
  2. Recruit at least 5 people to join you
  3. Choose the topic (anything you want - introductory, technique, choreography, props, performance, etc)
  4. Pick the day and time (both daytime and evening hours are available).
Reasonable rates.

Email me for more details.

Due to illness, the Make Your Own Class will not be available until Fall 2008.

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For more information, email haala@halobellydance.com