All new bellydance classes starting Monday 20th September!
September 12, 2010
Spring your hips in motion with Ya Habibi this Autumn! All new bellydance classes starting Saturday 2nd October in GOZO, whereas classes in MALTA resume next Monday!!
Hereunder is the final class schedule:
BEGINNER 1 (for complete beginners) – Technique only
– Every Monday @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi: 20th September till 22nd November 2010, from 7:15pm till 8:15pm. Fee – EUR 85.00 covering 10 classes of 1 hours each
– Every Wednesday @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi: 22nd September till 24th November 2010, from 7:15pm till 8:15pm. Fee – EUR 85.00 covering 10 classes of 1 hour each
– Every Saturday @ Bern Hersey’s Fitness Centre, Ghajnsielem – GOZO: 2nd October till 20th November 2010, from 10:00am till 11:00am. Fee 70:00 covering 8 classes of 1 hour each
BEGINNER 1/2 (beginners with experience/refreshers) – Technique only
– Every Saturday @ Bern Hersey’s Fitness Centre, Ghajnsielem – GOZO: 2nd October till 20th November from 11:15am till 12:15pm. Fee – EUR 70:00 covering 8 classes of 1 hour each. Please note: this class will be at 10:00am on the 2nd October!
BEGINNER 2 (beginners with experience) – Technique & Choreography
– Every Monday@ Garden View Complex, Swieqi: 20th September till 22nd November 2010, from 8:30pm till 9:45pm. Fee – EUR 118.75 covering 10 classes of 1.25 hours each.
INTERMEDIATE – Technique + Choreography
– Every Wednesday @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi: 22nd September till 24th November 2010, from 8:15pm till 8:45pm. Fee – EUR 142.50 covering 10 classes of 1.5 hours each
Classes are based on classical / folkloric egyptian styles and are conducted by local instructor and performer trained in Egypt. A live tabla player may occasionally accompany some classes from the B2 level up. Students following choreography classes will get the opportunity to perform in student showcases. Free vouchers for first the first 25 to book*. Class size restricted, early booking recommended. All sales are final. Terms and Conditions apply – refer to to website for details.
* only paid bookings are valid for this offer.
REGISTRATION DAY:
WEDNESDAY 15th September 2010 from 7:00pm till 8:30pm @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi.
BELLYANCE TASTER:
WEDNESDAY 15th September 2010 from 7:15pm till 8:15pm @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi.
Call Jane on 99065142 or send an email to yahabibimalta@gmail.com to book!
Yours in bellydance,
Jane
YA HABIBI – Academy of Middle Eastern Dance
Spring your hips in motin with Ya Habibi! All new beginners classes now also available at the Feelgood Wellness Spa, Preluna Towers, Sliema and at a new venue in Gozo, details of which to follow.
The updated class schedule is as follows:
BEGINNER 1 (for complete beginners) – Technique only
– Every Monday @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi: 26th April – 14th June, from 7:15pm till 8:30pm
– Every Thursday@ Feelgood Wellnes spa, Sliema:22nd April till 10th June, from 8.00pm till 9:15pm
– COMING SOON – info on Gozo classes!
BEGINNER 2 (beginners with experience) – Technique only
– Every Wednesday@ Garden View Complex, Swieqi: 28th April – 16th June, from 7:15pm till 8:30pm
BEGINNER 3 (advanced beginners) – Technique + Choreography
– Every Wednesday @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi: 28th April – 16th June, from 8:30pm till 10:00pm
INTERMEDIATE 2 – Saiidi Technique + Choreography
– Every Monday @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi: 26th April – 14th June, from 8:30pm till 10:00pm
SHIMMY BOOTCAMP – Shimmy drill/workout class
– Friday 14th May, 28th May and 11th June @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi. From 8:15pm till 9:15pm.
Classes are based on classical / folkloric egyptian styles and are conducted by local instructor and performer trained in Egypt. A live tabla player may occasionally accompany some classes from the B2 level up. Students following choreography classes will get the opportunity to perform in student showcases. Free gift for first 20 to book*, free vouchers for first 50 to book*. Class size restricted, early booking recommended. All sales are final. Terms and Conditions apply.
REGISTRATION DAY:
TUESDAY 20th April 2010 from 7:15pm till 8:15pm @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi.
WEDNESDAY 21st April 2010 from 7:00pm till 10:30pm @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi.
BELLYANCE TASTER:
WEDNESDAY 21st April 2010 from 7:15pm till 8:15pm @ Garden View Complex, Swieqi.
Bellydance classes recommencing tomorrow!
January 3, 2010
Only one more day and the much awaited new term will kick off. If you still haven’t registered and want to secure a place in class, it’s not too late, there are still a few places left. Click HERE to check out the schedule for the upcoming term.
If you are a returning B1 student you have the choice of repeating or moving up one level. Remember this is not a competition, work at your own pace and enjoy yourself. It took me months to master certain movements, so do not be disheartened and certainly do not compare yourself to fellow students. Everyone will have one or two moves that they find challenging. As a general rule, it is best to stay at a class level until you feel you have built the movements into your muscle memory. If you feel comfortable with the range of movements however I would strongly suggest moving up to B2, since here we’ll revise and build upon B1 knowledge, introducing new moves and combinations. If still in doubt please do not hesitate to contact me.
Students in B2 and I1 will also be exposed to live Egyptian and Maltese tabla players during some classes and as the previous B2 can attest, a live tabla brings a lot of vibrancy to the class. Ya Habibi classes are the only classes in Malta that feature live tabla.
If you are a current student and you want to supplement your programme by additional classes, then the new CLASS CARD / PAY-AS-YOU-GO system is for you. This is aimed at students who are currently enrolled in any one of the technique programmes and wish to take on additional classes. Use your class card to attend additional technique classes at or below your levels OR for specialty one-off classes of the same value.
As a general rule, I am not able to accept drop-ins by non-current students during technique programmes. However those who wish to give bellydancing a try without committing to a whole course, I will be holding a special one off taster on Wednesday 6th January. Call me for more info!
As announced in my earlier email, 2010 will see the launch of regular HAFLA’s. Here’s your first party for the year: Friday 29th of January. Mark it on your calendar, bring your friends and let’s party
The first Ya Habibi School Showcase will be held in Baystreet, date to be announced shortly. Participation is entirely optional, although strongly encouraged. Those interested in taking part please let me know!
Here’s wishing you a healthy and prosperous New Year full of shimmies, hip drops and undulations!
Yours in bellydance,
Jane
Happy Holidays!
December 24, 2009
Dear friends and members of YaHabibi,
Christmas is at the doorstep and it is with great pleasure that I announce the new classes for the new year. As you will see, there has been some minor tweaking to the timetable and for this session, I’ve also extended the lesson duration for B2 and I1 to allow time for choreography. Students in B2 and I1 will also be exposed to live tabla players during some classes. As the previous B2 can attest, a live tabla brings a lot of vibrancy to the class. In addition, monthly specialty classes, such as shimmy bootcamps and additional choreography workshops are being planned – details of which will be annouced in due time.
For the first time, I’m also introducing a “drop-in” concept for current students. This is aimed at students who are enrolled in any one of the technique programmes and wish to supplement their training by attending additional classes during the current session. See below for more details.
Next year, I intend to organise monthly HAFLA’s. For those unfamiliar with the term, Hafla is basically the Arabic word for PARTY! Essentially, a hafla thrown by a bellydancer involves Middle Eastern music, dancers taking turns performing for each other, and some open-floor dancing for everyone to get up and enjoy the music. At the end of the term, there will also be a student showcase in Baystreet. Please note performing in public showcases, although highly encouraged, is entirely optional. However if your concern revolves costuming, please talk to me as there are other more “conservative” options.
To those who have participated in the last session – THANK YOU for bringing such energy and joy to the classes! Congratulations to each and everyone of you – you have all done so well and I am very impressed by your progress. May I also take this opportunity to applaude the B2 students for their first performance last Saturday – they did an amazing job in just two weeks! I hope that you have all enjoyed the lessons, and look forward to seeing you again.
May you all have a very Merry Christmas and a healthy peaceful New Year!
Yours in bellydance,
Jane
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List of Courses:
B E G I N N E R 1 – THE FUNDAMENTALS
LEVEL: Complete beginner
WHAT: This introductory10-week programme is structured to teach the fundamental movements found in bellydance. Students will be introduced to basic technique, including isolations, slides, circles, shimmies, figure 8s, undulations and hip accents.
WHEN:
Every Monday from 4th January till 8th March, from 7:15pm till 8:15pm @ Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
OR
Every Wednesday from 6th January till 10th March, from 7:15pm till 8:15pm @ Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
PRICE: EUR 85.00 (10 lessons), plus EUR 5.00 one time registration fee payable by newcomers (former students registered with BDM are exempted)
B E G I N N E R 2 – MOVEMENT APPLIED (+ Choreography)
LEVEL: Beginner with experience / Students who have completed the Ya Habibi B1 Programme
WHAT: This is a structured 12 week programme aimed at students with some experience in bellydance, or those who have already completed the Beginner 1 Programme. In this course, students will refresh the technique learnt in the Beginner 1 Programme and learn to layer and travel with it. Additionally, students will be introduced to basic combinations and explore more complex movements as well as different arm and foot positions. Basic veil will be briefly introduced. A fun short choreography will be taught during the course, allowing the students to apply the movements learnt throughout the Beginner Programmes.
WHEN: Every Wednesday from 6th January till 24th March, from 8:30pm till 9:45pm
WHERE: Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
PRICE: EUR 125.00 (12 lessons, 1hr15m each), plus EUR 5.00 one time registration fee payable by newcomers (former students registered with BDM / YA HABIBI are exempted)
I N T E R M E D I A T E 1 – TECHNIQUE, FOOTWORK and VEIL (+ Choreography)
LEVEL: Students who have completed the Ya Habibi B2 Programme
WHAT: During this 12-week programme, students will be exposed to more advanced combinations and footwork, and explore veils in more depth. An egyptian pop choreography will be taught towards the end of the course. Basic zill patterns will be introduced.
WHEN: Every Monday from 4th January till 28th March, from 8:30pm till 10:00pm
WHERE: Garden View Holiday Complex, Swieqi
Price: EUR 150.00 (12 lessons, 1hr30m each),
Registration Date: 29th December 2009 @ Garden View, from 7.15pm till 8.15pm
For more information on the courses or to book, please email me on jane.camilleri@gmail.com or call 99065142. A registration form will be emailed or posted to you, which must be returned completed together with the payment to the address indicated below prior to, or, handed in on the Registration Date.
Class sizes are restricted, therefore early booking is highly recommended.
Terms and Conditions apply.
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A Note on Class Progression:
Returning B1 students can either repeat or move up one level. As a general rule, it is best to stay at a class level until you feel you have built the movements into your muscle memory. Studying any kind of dance is not something to rush but to savour. It can take months to master certain movements, so don’t be disheartened. However, if you feel comfortable with the range of movements taught during the B1 programme, then do move up to B2 since we will revise and build upon the B1 knowledge whilst introducing new moves and combinations. If in doubt, please contact me.
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Drop-In and Class Cards:
Students enrolled in any Beginner or Intermediate Programs are encouraged to attend as many additional classes per week AT or BELOW their level as they would like. The options available are as follows:
Option 1: “Pay as you go” – EUR12.00 per 1 hr class
Option 2: Use your 10- or 5-Class Card
Class Cards are pre-paid 1 hr classes and may be purchased for any currently enrolled student. 5-Class Cards cost EUR 50 (5 hours); 10-Class Cards cost EUR 80 (10 hours). Cards are valid for the individual whose name appears on the card. Class Cards are valid for the session in which they were purchased and must be presented before class begins. Class cards are non-replaceable, transferable or refundable. No exceptions!
PLEASE NOTE: Class cards and “pay-as-you-go” options are only available to students who are enrolled in a programme during that current session, and they do not apply to Workshops.
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