Class Information
My address is 85 SW Pepper Tree Lane. This is located off Burlingame between 29th and 37th streets.
Class will run from 6:00pm to 7:00pm and 7:15pm to 8:15pm Classes start on April 1st. I will text you that morning to confirm everyone (or at least half of those enrolled) can make it. My cell phone number is 785-640-1292. If you want to send me a text now to make sure I have your correct cell number, please feel free. Please try to arrive on time. I will unlock the door to my dance studio no later than 5:50 pm. When you arrive, come through the gate, across the deck, down two steps (past the pine tree) and across to the sliding glass door.
You can download the Beginner Student Manual from the Beginner Resources page. I've sent you an invitation, so you should be able to access the page.
I'm adding basic finger cymbal technique to my beginner classes. I do have some that you can borrow for class. You can purchase your own from Saroyan Mastercrafts or Turquoise International. I recommend Saroyan as they have a more pleasing sound. Get Nefertiti, Turkish Delight or Small Grecian from Saroyan. If you prefer Turquoise, please get size Economy B in either Plain or Oriental. You don't want the cymbals too small or too large. The 2 1/4" size will work best for a beginner.
There will generally be one parking spot in my driveway. There are several guest parking areas close to my house, please use one of those if you don't nab the one in my driveway. Please do not park in the streets. Below is a map showing my house (the purple star) and the guest parking areas (red Ps). If you are taking class with a friend, you may want to carpool.
Class will run from 6:00pm to 7:00pm and 7:15pm to 8:15pm Classes start on April 1st. I will text you that morning to confirm everyone (or at least half of those enrolled) can make it. My cell phone number is 785-640-1292. If you want to send me a text now to make sure I have your correct cell number, please feel free. Please try to arrive on time. I will unlock the door to my dance studio no later than 5:50 pm. When you arrive, come through the gate, across the deck, down two steps (past the pine tree) and across to the sliding glass door.
You can download the Beginner Student Manual from the Beginner Resources page. I've sent you an invitation, so you should be able to access the page.
I'm adding basic finger cymbal technique to my beginner classes. I do have some that you can borrow for class. You can purchase your own from Saroyan Mastercrafts or Turquoise International. I recommend Saroyan as they have a more pleasing sound. Get Nefertiti, Turkish Delight or Small Grecian from Saroyan. If you prefer Turquoise, please get size Economy B in either Plain or Oriental. You don't want the cymbals too small or too large. The 2 1/4" size will work best for a beginner.
There will generally be one parking spot in my driveway. There are several guest parking areas close to my house, please use one of those if you don't nab the one in my driveway. Please do not park in the streets. Below is a map showing my house (the purple star) and the guest parking areas (red Ps). If you are taking class with a friend, you may want to carpool.
What to Wear for Class
Feet:
I recommend dancing bare foot. If you prefer to wear shoes I recommend ballet slippers, jazz shoes, modern dance sandals or jazz sneakers. If you prefer high heels, ballroom dance shoes or character shoes (tap shoes without the taps) work well. You can find many styles of dance shoes at Foot Lights or you can order them online at discountdancesupply.com.
I do NOT recommend tennis shoes as they are difficult to spin in and do not allow for much flexibility of the foot. However, if that is what you are most comfortable wearing, you may wear them to class.
Flip-flops, sandals or any other type of shoe which is not well secured to the foot and just socks or hose (with no shoes) are all not allowed for safety reasons.
Pants:
I recommend workout shorts or yoga pants (which you can get at Walmart). You can also purchase pants made specifically for belly dancing which is what I usually wear. You can purchase dance pants from lrosedesigns.com and melodiadesigns.com.
I do NOT recommend jeans as they do not allow for freedom of movement or skirts which can either hamper movement or make it difficult for me to see what your legs and feet are doing and therefore difficult to offer correction.
Top:
I recommend a tight fitting or midriff top. A sports bra is generally the cheapest option. I usually wear shirts specifically designed for belly dancing. Again, you can purchase tops from lrosedesigns.com or melodiadesigins.com.
I do NOT recommend overlarge t-shirts, bulky sweaters or bulky sweatshirts. All of these prevent me from seeing what you are doing and therefore make it difficult for me to offer correction.
Around your hips:
I recommend something tied around your hips, a scarf or sash will give you some movement on the hip it is tied over, a fringed shawl will exaggerate your movements and make them easier for you to see, a coined hip belt will give you auditory feedback as well as visual. I usually wear one (or two) fringed shawls and/or a coined hip belt. Fringe belts specific for belly dance can be purchased from bellydanceshop.com, moondancebellydance.com or ebay. You can also find coin belts at any of the three websites or there is an Asian store at the mall that often carries them. I do have instructions for making your own if you feel crafty.
What to bring with you:
Bring your Student Manual, a pen or pencil finger cymbals if you have them and a bottle of water.
I recommend dancing bare foot. If you prefer to wear shoes I recommend ballet slippers, jazz shoes, modern dance sandals or jazz sneakers. If you prefer high heels, ballroom dance shoes or character shoes (tap shoes without the taps) work well. You can find many styles of dance shoes at Foot Lights or you can order them online at discountdancesupply.com.
I do NOT recommend tennis shoes as they are difficult to spin in and do not allow for much flexibility of the foot. However, if that is what you are most comfortable wearing, you may wear them to class.
Flip-flops, sandals or any other type of shoe which is not well secured to the foot and just socks or hose (with no shoes) are all not allowed for safety reasons.
Pants:
I recommend workout shorts or yoga pants (which you can get at Walmart). You can also purchase pants made specifically for belly dancing which is what I usually wear. You can purchase dance pants from lrosedesigns.com and melodiadesigns.com.
I do NOT recommend jeans as they do not allow for freedom of movement or skirts which can either hamper movement or make it difficult for me to see what your legs and feet are doing and therefore difficult to offer correction.
Top:
I recommend a tight fitting or midriff top. A sports bra is generally the cheapest option. I usually wear shirts specifically designed for belly dancing. Again, you can purchase tops from lrosedesigns.com or melodiadesigins.com.
I do NOT recommend overlarge t-shirts, bulky sweaters or bulky sweatshirts. All of these prevent me from seeing what you are doing and therefore make it difficult for me to offer correction.
Around your hips:
I recommend something tied around your hips, a scarf or sash will give you some movement on the hip it is tied over, a fringed shawl will exaggerate your movements and make them easier for you to see, a coined hip belt will give you auditory feedback as well as visual. I usually wear one (or two) fringed shawls and/or a coined hip belt. Fringe belts specific for belly dance can be purchased from bellydanceshop.com, moondancebellydance.com or ebay. You can also find coin belts at any of the three websites or there is an Asian store at the mall that often carries them. I do have instructions for making your own if you feel crafty.
What to bring with you:
Bring your Student Manual, a pen or pencil finger cymbals if you have them and a bottle of water.