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Beginner Belly Dance 

Explore the art of Middle Eastern dance. Learn basic body movements & dance steps that will help you gain physical strength, flexibility, confidence, improving posture and simply having fun while exercising. Wear loose, non-binding clothing & do not eat heavy foods before class. Use of veils & finger cymbals are part of class. Bring your own or purchase them in class – $15 & up. No students under 18 yrs.

Instructors: Nelda Laws (Naharin) and Nancy Griffin (Hyetti), Professional Dancers & Teachers  

322 ENTR1003-HA: Tu, 6:30-7:45pm, 6 wks, 3/20-4/24, $89, Haverhill 


 Advanced Belly Dance            

Further explore this new way to move to the richly exotic, hypnotic music of the Middle East.  Some beginning instruction is required. Work on understanding the types and moods of this traditional music and dance and how to combine simple moves into a more complex form, using props like veils and finger cymbals.  Learning this dance is a fascinating process: Please be prepared to practice in addition to class time.   

Instructors: Nelda Laws (Naharin) and Nancy Griffin (Hyetti), Professional Dancers & Teachers  

324 ENTR1004-HA: Tu, 6:30-7:45pm, 6 wks, 5/1-6/12 (no class 5/15), $89, Haverhill 


Ballroom Dancing

Includes foxtrot, waltz, swing, and cha cha. Learn leading & following techniques and get a feel for different styles and rhythms. Bring a change of shoes-an enclosed dress shoe or loafer with smooth sole for dancing; no sandals, sneakers, or platform shoes. Directions mailed prior to class. No students under 18 yrs.

Instructor: Kim Michitson, McNally Dance Studio, over 25yrs teaching experience

482 ENTR1000-VPA: W, 7-8:30pm, 7 wks, 4/25-6/6, $139, Veasey Park


 Beginning Tap Dancing   NEW!             

Come enjoy learning to Tap Dance in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. We will explore different styles, rhythms, and techniques. It is a great way to work out while you are having a lot of fun.  No experience necessary BUT Tap Shoes are required. Directions mailed prior to class. No students under 18 yrs.  

Instructor: Kim Michitson, McNally Dance Studio, over 25yrs teaching experience

483 ENTR1026-VPA: W, 6-7pm, 7 wks, 4/25-6/6, $129, Veasey Park