DANCE
Spring 2008
Tap Dancing (Belrose)
Intro. To West Coast Swing Dance (Almonte Clubhouse)
Belly Dance for Fun and Fitness (KTD)
Tap Dancing
Tap Dancing is America's true Folk Dance. It has been elevated to an art form by Fred Astaire,
Eleanor Powell, Gene Kelly, Gregory Hines and others. We will cover a brief history of tap dancing and learn the
terminology with an emphasis on technique and style. You will learn to perform basic combinations and before you
know it your feet will be flying with confidence and joy. Bring your tap shoes, wear comfortable clothing and not
only will you learn to Tap Dance, but it is a terrific way to get in shape while having great fun.
Margie Belrose has owned the Belrose Theatrical School since 1954.
She continues to teach tap, jazz, ballet, ballroom and acting. She is a performing actress, dancer and singer at
her theater and has been since 1962.
- 7 Wednesdays, 8-9pm
- Mar. 26-May 14 (No class Apr. 9)
- Belrose Theatrical School
- 1415 Fifth Ave. San Rafael
- Fee $55
- Course #8095
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Introduction to West Coast Swing Dance
If you are between 18 and 80, with no previous dance background, and would like to learn the
basic and social skills of West Coast Swing, then come and join the fun! In addition to learning the basic steps,
you will also be exposed to a variety of styles and techniques not usually presented in an introductory class.
You will be given ample time to practice to music.
Go to our website for driving directions, or call 415.485.9318 to request them.
Kelly Buckwalter-Casanova was inducted into the Swing Dance Hall
of Fame in 2004 and has been a National West Coast Swing competitor, instructor, judge and chief judge with 24
years experience. She was U.S. Swing Dance Champion in 1988 and 1994.
- 5 Tuesdays, 6:30-8:15pm
- Apr. 1-29
- Almonte Clubhouse
- 105 Wisteria, Mill Valley
- Fee $55
- Course #8096
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Belly Dance for Fun and Fitness
Belly Dance can develop postural alignment, core strength and flexibility while exploring facets
of feminine sensuality and the exotic musical nuances of Middle Eastern music. Designed to teach you the basic
movements of the art form, we will begin each class with warm ups transitioning into steps and combinations. Practice
will include a variety of hip movements in stationary position, the development of arm work for a polished look,
how to travel across the floor and different styles of shimmies. Learn to dance to a drum solo and to identify
various Arabic rhythms.
Continuing students who feel ready for more advanced techniques may register for an extra half
hour of instruction by using the second course # below.
Please see Note on "PE Complex Construction".
Latifa is an experienced teacher and performer of Belly Dance.
- 7 Wednesdays, Mar. 26-May 14
- (No class Apr. 9)
- Kentfield Campus
- Physical Education One
- Beginners
- 7:10-8:30pm
- Fee $75
- Course #8097
- Continuing
- 7:10-9pm
- Fee $84
- Course #8098
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