Bellydance Classes with Kelly
What Students Are Saying
“I have taken both in-person classes and private classes with Kelly and her style is truly unique.
She has a special way of breaking down movements that make learning the combinations so much better. She’s always challenging us in class with new styles of music and various combinations; while also encouraging us along the way and being there for us through every step.”
— Nicole Hoyle
“Taking classes with Kelly has been an enriching and super refreshing experience.
She always brings us very good music and clearly explains all the movements. I am more than pleased to also take the guided improvisation class, I am a professional dancer and in each of those classes I discover new ways of moving.”
— Yesenia Rivera
“Kelly is a wonderful teacher with a plethora of knowledge in dance.
Her classes are fun and challenging but she is very good at breaking down the moves for anyone to understand. I think she is a great dancer and highly recommend taking her classes!”
— Samantha Lleonart
“I absolutely loved taking Kelly’s dance class!
She is so kind and generous with her knowledge in dance. She’s very concise in her methodology. Her musicality and technique shines through in her classes. I encourage anyone to take her class. I’ve taken many classes in belly dance, however Kelly’s classes have taught me to interpret music in this art differently thus shifting my perspective.”
— Valentina Giraldo
Fall Classes 2023
MID EAST PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY
Belly Dance Level 2 - Traveling, Layering & Stylization (Prerequisite: Belly Dance Level 1)
This Intermediate level is designed for students who have a strong background in fundamental technique and are ready to explore the multifaceted nuances of Middle Eastern dance. Develop skills in traveling with all the movements learned in Level 1 and practice elaborate combinations as the weeks progress.
This course consists of extensive layering, complex footwork, fun combos, “across-the-floor” sets, and development of Egyptian musicality and stylization. Students may remain in this level as long as necessary.
Class Ref No Semester Dates Days NEW Times! Room
0211 - 009 09/05 - 10/10 Tuesdays 6:15 - 7:45 pm EST G303 MDC Kendall
0211 - 010 10/24 - 11/28 Tuesdays 6:15 - 7:45 pm EST G303 MDC Kendall
MID EAST PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY
CURVACEOUS COMBINATIONS (Prerequisite: Belly Dance Level 1 & 2) *
NEW! Belly Dance Specialty Class : Veil Technique for Fall Semester 09/05 - 10/10
Add glamour and grace to your next performance! The Veil is a beautiful, lightweight piece of fabric often made of silk or chiffon, used in Oriental Dance to embellish an interpretive piece. Join award-winning artist Kelly in this specialty 6-week series where you will learn different veil techniques along with visually appealing transitions, turns and moves. Kelly will focus on several tricks and combos commonly used while dancing with the silk veil, one of the most elegant props of bellydance, creating a very unique and dynamic theatrical performance!
Required Prop: one silk veil (available for purchase directly from instructor on the first week of class)
* This class is for intermediate to advanced Middle Eastern dancers.
Class Ref No Semester Dates Days NEW Times! Room
0936 - 06 09/05 - 10/10 Tuesdays 7:50 - 9:20 pm EST G303 MDC Kendall
0936 - 07 10/24 - 11/28 Tuesdays 7:50 - 9:20 pm EST G303 MDC Kendall