This traditional martial art form built on a foundation of resistance and resilience combines dance, percussion, song, ritual, fighting techniques, and acrobatics. A reflection of Brazilian culture and spiritual cultural diversity - and most certainly a workout! Improves strength, stamina, co-ordination and confidence. Parental consent required, no previous experience necessary. Fun at any level! (12 Weeks)

Note: A uniform is required for this class and can be purchased from the Instructor.

Come learn everything from the fundamentals to the latest moves fueling all the hottest dance crazes today. Noyze and Trivia's class is sure to be high energy and fun!

two registrations

Drums Provided! No Experience Necessary!

Also called "Steelpans" or just "Pans", this is an instrument and style of music originating in Trinidad and Tobago. Emerging from discarded oil drums, this sound evolved into the unique and beautiful sound that is synonymous with sand, palm trees and the sapphire Caribbean sea.

Geared for BEGINNERS and ALL AGES! This class will introduce you to the basics of the Pan, its sounds and rhythms (10 weeks)

**10% discount on Registration/Drop-In for VRAD Members!** email: info@ammara.ca for details

Bring a friend and get $10 off each registration! (does not apply to drop-in). See registration below.

Early Registration: $89
After March 24: $109

Learn the basics of Belly Dance in a casual, fun and supportive environment. For new dancers or those wishing to dust off the hipscarf and brush up on basic technique, this class breaks down basic movements and introduces you to isolations, traveling steps and shimmies. All shapes, sizes and fitness levels are welcome. Join us and get your shimmy on! Simple choreography will be taught. Drop-ins welcome. (10 weeks)
EARLY REGISTRATION: $89+gst
After March 24: $110+gst

Two registrations for one great price!

Dance Hall/Reggaeton is an Afro folk dance that began in Central America in the 1990's. It’s a mix of cultural dance styles from the Caribbean, Africa, Panama and Brazil. This class teaches the fundamental moves out of Jamaica that create the base of this gritty dance style and can be seen in music all the hottest music videos!

Two registrations

two registrations

Prerequisite - One sessions of Level 1 or previous Belly Dance experience

Continuation of Level 1 - take your dance to the next level! Explore more complex hip movements, shimmies, isolations and combinations. Perfect for those who have taken at least 1 session of Level 1, or have taken classes elsewhere. Drop-ins welcome. Choreography will be taught. (10 weeks)
EARLY REGISTRATION: $99+gst
After March 24: $129+gst

Two registrations for one great price!

Take both the technique class and the Reggae class for one great price!

Two registrations

In a very fun and relaxed environment Ramses Padilla teaches dances that require no partner, done to upbeat music, combining dance moves from a variety of Cuban dances like Casino-Salsa, Afro-Cuban folkloric dances, Cha,Cha,Cha, and Mambo, all in an authentic Cuban way!
No Partner Required - Men and Women welcome - No Experience Necessary! You will sweat and you will have FUN! (5 weeks)

EARLY REGISTRATION: $35+gst or $55+gst for two!
After March 24: $45+gst and $70 for two

Take BOTH Hip Hop and Dance-Hall with a friend!

BellyFit is a hot new trend in the fitness world, designed for strengthening and empowering women of all ages, shapes and sizes. It blends the science of Western Fitness, the beauty of cultural dance, the power of Spiritual practices and the wisdom of ancient Eastern Philosophies.

BellyFit is a very effective workout with loads of fun! Burn lots of calories with fun, easy to do cardio moves influenced by Belly Dance, Bollywood, Bhangra, African Dance and more. Sculpt, tone and tighten with Pilates core work and finish with relaxing Yoga inspired stretching and meditation. Fun for all ages and levels of Fitness! (6 weeks/12 weeks)

Full Session (12 weeks): $99
Half Session (6 weeks) : $56

Session 2 Open ONLY to those who participated in Session 1. If you are interested in joining the competitive class and did not take Session 1, please email info@ammara.ca.
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Join two of Vancouvers most talented teachers and performers on a journey of self-discovery and performance challenge. Tamara Dewar (Raks Sharqi) and Danielle LeBlanc (Folkloric) will help you take your dance and performance skills to a whole new level. Are you up for the challenge?

Open to dancers with MINIMUM two consecutive years of Belly Dance/Middle Eastern dance training. Dancers are expected to attend a minimum number of classes and rehearsals. Dancers must commit to Festival Competition in March 2010.

Why Compete?

Challenge yourself; Learn new skills; Increase self confidence; Set goals and achieve them; Make new friends; Teamwork; Share your dance Art with a greater dance community; HAVE FUN!

Includes: 20 hours of class time (Winter session); Three Choreographies; Costumes; Individual and group video feedback; Technical and performance skillS training; Costume, hair and makeup training.

COMPETITION DATE: SUNDAY, MARCH 28, 2010

SUNDAY CLASS DATES AND TIMES:
Jan 17 - 11am - 2pm (3hrs)
Jan 24 - 11am - 1pm

Feb 7 - 11am - 1pm
Feb 14 - 11am - 1pm
Feb 21 - 11am - 1pm
Feb 28 - 11am - 2pm (3hrs)

March 7 - 11am - 2pm
March 14 - 11am - 2pm
March 21 - TBA

two registrations

Januray 13 - February 17 (6 weeks)

February 24 - March 31 (6 weeks)