Discover Belly Dance in Buffalo!
Take one hour out of your week just for you with Faaria
at Oasis Dance Center in Tonawanda, NY. Learn the basics of belly dance including shimmies, hip work, foot work, isolations, vital cultural context, all in a beautiful studio and in a relaxed & fun environment!
The 6-week session begins Wednesday, May 13th at 6:30pm!
Four reasons to give belly dance at Oasis a try....
The details
Intro to Belly Dance is a 6-week session that introduces students to the basic movement vocabulary of belly dance including hip work, shimmies, traveling steps and beautiful arm work to Middle Eastern music in a fun, supportive, and relaxed environment. Join us!
This class runs from May 13th to June 17th. The entire session is $99! Class runs on Wednesday nights at 6:30PM at Oasis Dance Center, 3200 Elmwood Ave in Tonawanda, NY.
There is tons of parking in the Elmwood Commons lot!
Detailed location info can be found here.
Questions? Contact faaria@oasisdancecenter.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I wear to class?
Most students prefer a yoga-type pant or leggings. All students should wear a form-fitting top, as baggy tops make it difficult for your instructor to see movement. There is absolutely no need to bare your belly. Wear clothes that you are comfortable in!
When arriving to class, please put your coat in a locker and boots/street shoes on the rug in the hall. Street shoes are not allowed in the studio space. All street shoes need to be left in the hallway.
I have an injury - knee problems, back problems, etc. Is belly dance right for me?
Students should always speak with their physician before starting any new physical activity. Belly dance is safe and gentle enough for most, and Faaria can help the individual modify dance movements to ensure the student learns in a safe and healthy manner.
Are classes just for people who want to perform someday?
No! Performance is never a requirement at Oasis Dance Center. Students come to classes for a variety of reasons; some interested in performance, while others just want to enjoy the fun of the class. We do teach choreographies in some classes, however there is no expectation to perform and the benefits to learning and polishing choreographies go far beyond performance!
