Classes
Updated June 2010.
Weekly Dance Classes in Oxford
All weekly classes are held in Oxford but private lessons and occasional group classes may be arranged in other locations such as London.
In addition to being a beautiful, sensual art form, oriental dance is a fantastic way to keep fit and build strength. Drop in any time, no need to pre-register. Wear clothes such as: leotards, choli tops, sports bras, fitted t-shirts, vests, track pants, pantaloons, leggings, long full skirts. Some students like to wear their best bellydance finery, while others keep it as simple and practical as possible--do whatever makes you feel comfortable, just be sure you wear clothes that allow you to move!
New beginners always welcome. This is a drop-in class; you do not have to sign up for a course. Oriental Dance (Belly dance)
Intermediates
Traditional bellydance for dancers familiar with the basic bellydance moves. This is a drop-in class; you do not need to sign up for a course.
Wolfson Middle Eastern Dance Society-Not currently running
This class will resume in mid-October.
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The fine print:
1. These classes are open to anyone over the age of twelve.
2. Any men genuinely interested in learning the dance should email me beforehand so I can make sure there are no women students who can't share the class with you for religious reasons (if you are MTF trans, don't worry, just show up). Although oriental dance is usually very feminine, there is historical precendent for male performers (see the News and Links page for a link to an article on this).
3. Students are welcome to bring notebooks if they wish to take notes
4. If you are unable to arrange child care during the class, you are welcome to bring children to the class if they can sit through it reasonably quietly.
5. Absolutely no spectators, excepting young children or students who are ill or injured. Ill/injured people attending class and not participating are asked to pay 50% of the class fee.
6. If you show up late and/or haven't had time to bring your dance clothes--it's ok! If you are late, take a few minutes to stretch before you join in.
Lessons at Parties
Updated June 2010.
All weekly classes are held in Oxford but private lessons and occasional group classes may be arranged in other locations such as London.
In addition to being a beautiful, sensual art form, oriental dance is a fantastic way to keep fit and build strength. Drop in any time, no need to pre-register. Wear clothes such as: leotards, choli tops, sports bras, fitted t-shirts, vests, track pants, pantaloons, leggings, long full skirts. Some students like to wear their best bellydance finery, while others keep it as simple and practical as possible--do whatever makes you feel comfortable, just be sure you wear clothes that allow you to move!
Mondays
Absolute Beginners and Beginners Bellydance
When: Mondays 6:30-7:30
Where: West Oxford Community Centre, Botley Rd. If you are coming from the city centre, it's on the right-hand side, a few minutes' walk past the train station.
How Much: £5.50 for an hour class or £9 for both classesNew beginners always welcome. This is a drop-in class; you do not have to sign up for a course. Oriental Dance (Belly dance)
Intermediates
When: Mondays 7:30-8:30
Where: West Oxford Community Centre, Botley Rd. If you are coming from the city centre, it's on the right-hand side, a few minutes' walk past the train station.
How Much: £5.50 for an hour class or £9 for both classesTraditional bellydance for dancers familiar with the basic bellydance moves. This is a drop-in class; you do not need to sign up for a course.
Wednesdays
Wolfson Middle Eastern Dance Society-Not currently running
When: Most Wednesdays 8:00-9:00; please email or call to confirm dates
Where: Wolfson College, at the end of Linton Rd (off Banbury Rd)
How Much: £5.50This class will resume in mid-October.
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The fine print:
1. These classes are open to anyone over the age of twelve.
2. Any men genuinely interested in learning the dance should email me beforehand so I can make sure there are no women students who can't share the class with you for religious reasons (if you are MTF trans, don't worry, just show up). Although oriental dance is usually very feminine, there is historical precendent for male performers (see the News and Links page for a link to an article on this).
3. Students are welcome to bring notebooks if they wish to take notes
4. If you are unable to arrange child care during the class, you are welcome to bring children to the class if they can sit through it reasonably quietly.
5. Absolutely no spectators, excepting young children or students who are ill or injured. Ill/injured people attending class and not participating are asked to pay 50% of the class fee.
6. If you show up late and/or haven't had time to bring your dance clothes--it's ok! If you are late, take a few minutes to stretch before you join in.
Lessons at Parties
Caitlyn is available to teach lessons at parties such as hen nights, birthdays, baby showers. The price is the same as for a performance, and you may combine a lesson with a dance show. Caitlyn teaches these classes in costume and brings coin belts to lend to the guests. These lessons can be scheduled anywhere in the UK.
~The fee is the same regardless of the number of students in a class, so grab some friends and get ready to dance!
~Attire: try to wear loose/stretchy trousers or a skirt that sits on your hips. Jeans or tight, non-stretchy trousers will inhibit some of your movements.
Private Lessons
~Caitlyn
divides
her time between Oxfordshire and London and teaches private bellydance lessons in
both locations (and anywhere in between, eg. Reading, Didcot Parkway, Slough). She would especially like to find more students around West Oxford and in london near Marble Arch, Oxford St, Baker St,
Marylebone, Stratford, Mile End, or Hackney. She can
teach at a local community centre, or at your home or college. Please
contact her to discuss your goals. ~The fee is the same regardless of the number of students in a class, so grab some friends and get ready to dance!
~Attire: try to wear loose/stretchy trousers or a skirt that sits on your hips. Jeans or tight, non-stretchy trousers will inhibit some of your movements.
Workshops
Caitlyn is an experienced workshop teacher; she is available to teach beginner or special-topic workshops and short courses anywhere in the country (or abroad!). Past workshop topics have included Turkish Karsilama, Veil Dancing, Improvisiation and Performance Skills, Finger Cymbals for Beginners, Dancing with a Sword, Bellydance Moves for Club Dancing. Please see the "Workshops" page for annoucnements about upcoming workshops Caitlyn is teaching or hosting.
