Summer Virtual Show

It’s been a while since I posted here! Summer breezed by and now we’re right in the middle of autumn. I’ve been putting my energies into Mosaic Dance and Movement Studio (www.mosaicdancepgh.com) teaching multiple weekly classes and leading two troupes. As always, I am extremely grateful for this community. Here’s the studio show from July featuring some amazing guest performers! I will say that there is a good chance we’ll have another virtual show after all 😉 So, keep your eyes peeled for that. Enjoy!

New Studio Open!

I’m beyond thrilled to announce that I am taking over the studio space at 4514 Liberty Avenue! The name for the space is Mosaic Dance and Movement Studio with a very bright and shiny new FB page linked above. More info and details will come. Studio Space

Here’s our schedule! Send a message to mdmstudiopgh@gmail.com for more info!

Mondays:
5:15PM T’ai Chi with Darrell

6:30PM Belly Dance 101 with Sahra (starts September 9th)

7:30PM Slow Flow Yoga with Sahra

Tuesdays:

6:00PM Dance Movement with Shana
7:00PM Belly Dance Level 1 with Sahra
8:00PM Belly Dance Level 2 with Sahra

Wednesdays:
7:00PM ATS Belly Dance Level 1 (starts back up in September)

Thursdays:
6:30PM Advanced Belly Dance/Viridian Dance Project with Sahra (instructor permission/invitation only)
7:30PM  Belly Dance Fitness with Sahra

Saturdays:
12:30PM – Datura Style Belly Dance Fundamentals with Sahra
2:00PM – Intermediate Datura Style Belly Dance (starts in September)

Sundays:
Workshops

Datura Styleâ„¢ Workshop – Twist Study Combos

Datura Style™ Workshop – Twist Study Combos

Vitality Bellydance and Wellness Studio – 4514 Liberty Avenue

Sunday, February 10th 1:00 – 3:00PM

$30/$35 in advance/at the door

Datura Style™ Belly Dance is Rachel Brice’s approach to fusion style belly dance. In this workshop you’ll learn 2 juicy combos set to an amazing soundtrack.  These combos feature Datura Style Vocabulary with twists including the Arabic Hip Twist Variation, Jewel Scale, Twisting Mardi, and more. All levels are welcome, although some belly dance background is helpful! No refunds unless workshop is cancelled by instructor. For more information about Datura Style™ http://www.rachelbrice.com/what-is-datura-style/,http://www.rachelbrice.com/list-of-datura-style-teachers/

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New Classes for 2019!!!

Belly Dance Weekly Classes

Belly Dance Fundamentals Session: Tribal Fusion/Datura Style

Vitality Bellydance and Wellness Studio
4514 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
January 10 – February 28, 2019
8 Week Session
7:30 – 8:30PM $100
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Get a jump start on your New Year’s Resolutions! This 8 week session focuses on belly dance technique, learning new dance vocabulary, Tribal Fusion Belly Dance (Datura Style), and combinations. Tribal Belly Dance is known for it’s uplifted posture, beautiful arm work, ooey gooey moves, and earthy presentation. Classes are progressive and build on material from the previous week. Each class starts with a conditioning warm-up and ends with a yoga cool down. This session is designed for mixed levels. For students interested in learning a choreography, there will be a choreography add-on option. More info on that coming soon! Can’t wait to dance with you!No refunds unless session is canceled by instructor. New students may drop-in to the first class for $15 or choose to sign up for the full session. Opportunities to make up missed classes will be available! Cash, check, or PayPal accepted. (must attend full session).

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Belly Dance Fitness

Vitality Belly Dance and Wellness, 4514 Liberty Avenue 15224
Sundays, 11:30AM – 12: 30PM $100 session / $15 drop-in
January 6 – February 24, 2019
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Specifically designed to be accessible for all levels of belly dance we’ll start off with a strengthening/ conditioning warm-up, move into a series of cardio based belly dance combinations and drills, and finish off with a satisfying yoga cool down. $100 for all 8 classes/ $15 drop-in. No refunds. 4 students must be registered for the full session to run the course.


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Sizzling Finger Cymbals!
Vitality Bellydance and Wellness Studio
4514 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
January 13 – January 27, 2019
3 Week Session
10:30 – 11:30AM $40
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In this finger cymbals (zills) 3 week session, you will learn how to play finger cymbals with ease and fluidity. You will learn exciting combinations and drills using patterns in 4/4 time signature, such as the longa, 3-3-7, 3-1-3-1-3, 3-5-5, 3-5-1-3, alternating singles, and quadruplets. We will also move onto combinations with longer patterns using cymbals with belly dance rhythms, footwork, different sounds of the cymbals, and layering will be covered. This workshop is suitable for all levels and styles. We will have a few extra sets of zills available to borrow, but please bring your own if you are able. No refunds unless session is canceled by instructor.

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Workshops 

Datura Style® Workshop – The Big Slow
Vitality Bellydance and Wellness Studio – 4514 Liberty Avenue
December 30, 2018 12:30-2:30PM
$35/$40 in advance/at the door
Shimmy Study Time Add on – 12:00 – 2:30PM $40/$45

Datura Style™ Belly Dance is Rachel Brice’s approach to fusion style belly dance. In this workshop you’ll learn a variety of Datura Style™ vocabulary that can easily be inserted into Tribal Improvisation, used in choreography, or for your own personal practice. We’re going to dig deep into slow technique. This workshop features big, slow movements and combos featuring side to side undulations, Twisting Mardi, Cherry Moon, Camel Walk Double Turn, and many more. All levels are welcome, although some belly dance background is helpful! No refunds unless workshop is cancelled by instructor. For more information about Datura Style™ http://www.rachelbrice.com/what-is-datura-style/, http://www.rachelbrice.com/list-of-datura-style-teachers/
¾ Shimmy Series #1 Study Time – If you took the ¾ shimmy series number #1 and want to review the technique and drill with zills, sign up for the workshop+add-on starting at 12:00PM.

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Datura Style® Workshop – The Big Slow

Datura Style® Workshop – The Big Slow
Vitality Bellydance and Wellness Studio – 4514 Liberty Avenue
December 30, 2018 12:30-2:30PM
$35/$40 in advance/at the door
Shimmy Study Time Add on – 12:00 – 2:30PM $40/$45

Datura Style™ Belly Dance is Rachel Brice’s approach to fusion style belly dance. In this workshop you’ll learn a variety of Datura Style™ vocabulary that can easily be inserted into Tribal Improvisation, used in choreography, or for your own personal practice. We’re going to dig deep into slow technique. This workshop features big, slow movements and combos featuring side to side undulations, Twisting Mardi, Cherry Moon, Camel Walk Double Turn, and many more. All levels are welcome, although some belly dance background is helpful! No refunds unless workshop is cancelled by instructor. For more information about Datura Style™ http://www.rachelbrice.com/what-is-datura-style/, http://www.rachelbrice.com/list-of-datura-style-teachers/

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Thanksgiving Weekend Belly Dance Workshops!

Thanksgiving Weekend Workshops!

Conditioning for Belly Dancers
Sunday, November 25th 12:30-1:30PM
Vitality Bellydance and Wellness, 4514 Liberty Avenue
$20

Specifically designed for belly dancers (but open to all) to develop and strengthen the body, stabilize the hips and low back, and provide flexibility. You’ll learn targeted conditioning sequences as a companion to your belly dance practice. Class is a full body workout and includes a finishing yoga practice. All levels of fitness are welcome! Cost is $20. No refunds unless the classes are canceled. PayPal button below (includes PayPal fee)

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Datura Style® Workshop – Shimmies and Hipwork Focus
Sunday, November 25th 2:00 – 4:00PM
Vitality Bellydance and Wellness, 4514 Liberty Avenue
$35

In this workshop you will learn as many Datura Style Shimmies as possible! Are you ready? I know I am! This is a fast moving workshop covering a lot of ground. We’ll start with a quick warm up and overview of Datura arm and foot positions, and then we’ll focus on the 3/4 shimmy series #1 (ghawazee, hagallah, overshimmy, samiha) complete with an amazing finger cymbal pattern. We’ll also delve into the 3/4 shimmy series #2 (arabic shimmy, pony kick, kitty push, and samiha switch). No refunds unless workshop is canceled by instructor. For more information on Rachel Brice’s Datura Style Belly Dance http://www.rachelbrice.com/what-is-datura-style/, http://www.rachelbrice.com/list-of-datura-style-teachers/  PayPal button below (includes PayPal fee)

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Both workshops: $50
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New Belly Dance Sessions!

Belly Dance Fundamentals / Datura Style™  7:30 – 8:30PM $50

November 1 – November 29, 2018 (No Class on Thanksgiving)
Vitality Belly Dance and Wellness, 4514 Liberty Avenue 15224

This 4 week session focuses on refining belly dance technique, learning new dance vocabulary, Tribal Fusion Belly Dance (Datura Style), and combinations. Tribal Belly Dance is known for it’s uplifted posture, beautiful arm work, ooey gooey moves, and earthy presentation. Classes are progressive and build on material from the previous week. Each class starts with a conditioning warm-up and ends with a yoga cool down. This session is designed for mixed levels. Can’t wait to dance with you!

No refunds unless session is canceled by instructor.  New students may drop-in to the first class for $18 or choose to sign up for the full session. Opportunities to make up missed classes will be available! Cash, check, or PayPal (+PayPal fee) accepted. (must attend full session).


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Belly Dance Fitness Session
Vitality Belly Dance and Wellness, 4514 Liberty Avenue 15224
Sundays, 12:30PM-1:30PM $40/$18 drop-in
November 4 – November 18, 2018

Have fun getting fit!  This class will make you sweat! Specifically designed to be accessible for all levels of belly dance we’ll start off with a strengthening/ conditioning warm-up, move into a series of cardio based belly dance combinations and drills, and finish off with a satisfying yoga cool down.

No refunds unless session is canceled by instructor.  Students may drop-in to class for $18 or choose to sign up for the full session. 4 students mus be registered for the full session to run the course. Opportunities to make up missed classes will be available! Cash, check, or PayPal (+PayPal fee) accepted. PayPal button below for full session.


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Datura Styleâ„¢ Belly Dance Workshop: Pelvic Lock Study

Datura Styleâ„¢ Belly Dance Workshop: Pelvic Lock Study
Vitality Belly Dance and Wellness 4514 Liberty Avenue
October 14, 2018 2:00 PM – 4:00PM
$30(plus PayPal fees) / $35 at the door

 

Enjoy a fun filled Datura Style® Belly Dance Workshop. Datura Style™ Belly Dance is Rachel Brice’s approach to fusion style belly dance. You’ll learn the Pelvic Lock Study focusing on pelvic lock isolations front and back, foot patterns, and combinations such as the shuffle step featuring a pelvic roll and pony kick! This study is set to an exciting 9/8 rhythm!!! Finger cymbals may be used. You can download the music ahead of time here: https://radiolaria.bandcamp.com/track/pelvic-lock-study-with-zils
This is a fast moving workshop covering a lot of ground. No refunds unless workshop is canceled by instructor. For more information on Rachel Brice’s Datura Style Belly Dance http://www.rachelbrice.com/what-is-datura-style/, http://www.rachelbrice.com/list-of-datura-style-teachers/

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Fall Belly Dance Sessions!

New session! September 13 – October 18, 2018
Vitality Belly Dance and Wellness, 4514 Liberty Avenue 15224
Belly Dance Fundamentals / Datura Style™  7:30 – 8:30PM $75

This 6 week session focuses on refining belly dance technique, learning new dance vocabulary, Tribal Fusion Belly Dance (Datura Style), and combinations. Tribal Belly Dance is known for it’s uplifted posture, beautiful arm work, ooey gooey moves, and earthy presentation. Classes are progressive and build on material from the previous week. Each class starts with a conditioning warm-up and ends with a yoga cool down. This session is designed for mixed levels. Can’t wait to dance with you!

No refunds unless session is canceled by instructor. Opportunities to make up missed classes will be available! Cash, check, or PayPal (+PayPal fee) accepted. (must attend full session). Discounts available for full-time college students.


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Belly Dance Fitness Session
Vitality Belly Dance and Wellness, 4514 Liberty Avenue 15224
Sundays, 12:30PM-1:30PM $75 Full Session / $18 Drop-in
September 9 – October 14, 2018

Specifically designed to be accessible for all levels of belly dance we’ll start off with a strengthening/ conditioning warm-up, move into a series of cardio based belly dance combinations and drills, and finish off with a satisfying yoga cool down.

Students may drop-in to class for $18 or choose to sign up for the full session. Opportunities to make up missed classes will be available! Cash, check, or PayPal (+PayPal fee) accepted.Discounts available for full-time college students.


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