Great Dance Classes in Denver

At Bella Diva Dance, we are passionate about World Dance classes. Since the new year is around the corner, we wanted to refresh your memory and talk about a few of the different classes we have for you.

Bella Diva Dance Classes

Belly Dance,

Belly Dance

Beginner: Mon 6:30-7:30 pm

Beginner: Tues 7:45-8:45 pm

Skillz & Drillz: Mon 7:45-8:45 pm

Int/Adv: Thur 6:30-7:30 pm

The dance which Americans know as “belly dance” has gone by many names. The French who invented the dance named it “dance du ventre,” or dance of the stomach. It is known in Greece as the cifte telli (also the name of a Turkish rhythm), in Turkey as “rakkase” and in Egypt as “Raks Sharki.” Middle Easterners also call it “danse orientale” to distinguish it from the “balady,” or country, dance. It developed through the influence of many different areas and continues its long process of development today.

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Samba

Beginner: Tues 6:30pm-7:30pm

Beginner: Thur 6:30pm-7:30pm

Int/Adv: Thur 7:45pm-8:45pm

A very energetic solo dance! It is the sensual & fast paced street dancing typically seen in Rio during Carnival season. The specific style Samba no pe literally means “samba of the feet” and is a solo form of samba, as opposed to ballroom style, Samba Gafieira. Samba is for everyone and you will learn to find your own personal beat & rhythm to the infectious samba music.

 

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Afro-Caribe

Sun 10:30am-11:30am

Afro-Caribe Unleashed is a newborn offering from Eulanda Shead and Raquel Cecil; a natural outcropping of years spent deep in the practices of African & Latin Dance, passionate choreography, & the thrill of teaching & performance. This is a unique, high energy, “more dance than fitness” class. It’s your passport straight to the Caribbean!

 

The Bella Diva Experience

Our goal is to bring culturally diverse dances from all over the world and share them with the Denver community. Dance is a universal language, and it offers a great way to learn about other cultures and traditions. Not only do we have Belly Dance, Samba, and Afro-Caribe classes, but we offer a great variety of dance classes with different rhythms, from the more relaxed Yoga for Dancers class to the energetic Bollywood style dance. Feel free to contact us for more information. We love all of these styles of dance, and we’re sure you’ll enjoy them, too.

Our studio is going to be closed Thursday, December 22, through Thursday Jan 5, with all classes resuming Sunday, January 8, 2017.

 

World Dance Events: Belly Dance Festivals

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Belly Dance is a middle-Eastern origin dance that is now practiced everywhere around the world. Women of all ages dance it, and it’s never late to start learning to move your hips and hands to the rhythms of the drums. There are several competitions and festivals held worldwide, where dancer’s skills are tested and showcased. Let’s take a look at some festivals in the US and outside of it.

classAt Bella Diva Dance, we offer Belly Dance lessons for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced students. Our classes are a thoroughly planned series in which we cover all belly dance moves, including hip and arm moves, body isolations, traveling moves and shimmies.

Our prices:

4 week month series = $52
5 week month series = $65
$15 Drop-in rate (if spots are available)

Belly Dance Festivals and Competitions

Miami Belly Dance Convention

The biggest Bellydance Festival on the East Coast is held in August this year. In this 4 day event, over 500 dance students and teachers from around the world compete, learn, perform and connect with other dancers. It includes 3 Gala Evening shows and a dance competition to a live Egyptian Orchestra. Read more about Miami Belly Dancing Convention 2015.

Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival

This is a 4-day extravaganza of non-stop entertainment and education. It includes a dance festival, dance shows, a “So, you think you can Belly Dance?” contest, Vegas-style cocktail party with live music, and even shopping will be available. With 30 instructors, they will be teaching a cumulative total of over 80 hours. Read more about Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival.

International Bellydance Eilat Festival

Another 4-day festival held in the city of Eilat, Israel, on the Red Sea. They host dancers from around the world, with live music orchestra, workshops, shows, competitions, and night parties. This is the world’s biggest festival, with 1000 people dancing and living together in the same hotel. Read more about International Bellydance Eilat Festival.

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JOIN US FOR WORLD DANCE CLASSES IN DENVER

Bella Diva Dance’s  new studio is located in the Glendale Center on E. Mississippi Ave and Birch St, near Colorado Blvd.  We offer you: Belly Dance, Samba, Yoga, Bollywood, Hot Hula Fitness, Afro-Caribe and Kids’ World Dance. Contact Caitlin for more information about classes: 303.359.9414 or email us at [email protected].