Description
Delve into traditional belly dance techniques with an instructor with over 30 years training!
Our company’s director, Jennifer Secrist Goran, specializes in the belly dance form known as American Tribal Style (aka: FCBD®Style or ATS). This dance form uses traditional belly dance movements, accented with Flamenco & classical Indian styles in an improvisational format. By learning the movement technique & a series of cues, dancers learn how to create a group improvisational dance (no need to memorize choreography!).
Not only will you learn a beautiful art form in motion, you will also learn about:
- lengthening and opening your spine
- gaining power thru strong posture
- fully taking up your space with dance
- having a healthy appreciation of the natural variations in body types
Jennifer’s teaching style has often been praised by her students and her reputation for creating a strong community of dancers who work to reach their best potential while supporting their fellow classmates is well deserved.
All in person classes are held at our studio in North Boulder with easy car or bus access (204 & Skip lines both bring you to us!)
Not sure if you can commit to a full class session? Email instructor@tribenawaar.com or call 303-859-5599 to see if space is available for you to join us as a drop in student for a class or 2. We’d love to have you join us!
More About Our Thursday Night Level 1 Belly Dance Classes In Boulder, CO
Class Content:
In this class you will learn the fundamentals of our dance form, foot and arm placement, posture, simple zil patterns and the mechanics of each movement. Although this class is suitable for the new student, it is also beneficial for the more advanced student to review, refine and polish their technique. Billing for classes is in 6 week ‘sessions’. To cover the large amount of movements that are part of our curriculum usually takes a minimum of 4-5 sessions. We break down the every movements from the ground up and typically alternate a fast movement one week, followed by a slow movement the next week.
Still have questions about which class is right for you? Check out our class FAQs page!
Dress For Class:
Any fitted top and pants or skirt that provides full range of movement. Socks or soft dance shoes are required in the studio. Hip scarves, jeweled or tassel belts are optional. You will need your own zils.
Prerequisite:
There is no prerequisite to start Level 1. All skill levels are welcome!
Class Time & Studio Hours:
Classes run from 6:00-6:45pm. The studio is open at 5:30pm, a half hour before the level 1 classes start. If you would like to come early to shop the marketplace, simply send us an email to make sure we are available.
Location
The Nawaar Studio in North Boulder.
1850 Tansy Place
Boulder, CO 80304
We strive to create a fragrance free environment in our studio. Please avoid heavily fragranced perfumes and essential oils when joining us.
Need To Get Supplies?
We can ship anything you may need right to your doorstep!! If you prefer to make an appointment to shop the our studio, simply send us an email to set up a time.
More About Our Hybrid Online/In-Person Class Format
NOTE: During COVID-19 all of our classes will be using a hybrid format with classes happening online & in person at our studio simultaneously.
Online Classes:
You can choose to join us with Zoom from the comfort of your own home, optionally share your camera and ask comments in real time. Learn more about online classes during COVID-19.
In Person Classes:
Very limited in person spaces are available during class time. We will wipe down the studio doors, hand rails and often touched surfaces before each class. During class we will run our heavy duty HEPA filter air purifier. Even with these precautions there is a risk of contracting covid. We suggest that if you are in a high risk category that you choose the online format.
At this time masks are optional.
Should the situation change with COVID-19 we will adjust requirements and class options. Please be patient as this is a fluid situation and we are doing our best to accommodate everyone’s concerns.
Terms Of Participation
By joining us in any activity (including, but not limited to, in studio classes, online class, rehearsals and performances) you agree to our terms of participation as covered in our release of liability.
Melina Fritzler –
The best, most approachable instruction on ATS I’ve experienced! Thorough, technical, supportive and fun! The people are amazing and Jennifer is a highly skilled veteran with a kind approach. I recommend to anyone! Don’t know anything about ATS ? Perfect! Come join and learn! Even if you know some its perfect too. Individual attention ( if you want). A safe supportive atmosphere!
Kayla Wood (verified owner) –
I couldn’t have asked for a better experience for entering into dance for the first time in my life. Jennifer has such a kind presence and her studio is such a comfortable safe space. She is professional, supportive, and a master of her art.
I just completed my first 6 weeks of level 1 courses and I knew from the first session I was where I needed to be. I really liked her pacing as her class levels accurately reflect skill level and she is always educational on what to expect for higher levels and willing to guide you on your journey as a dancer. Her style is very much to let you watch and learn in the beginning, but as you get more comfortable with technique and footing, she encourages questions and makes sure everyone is caught up.
I’ve had to use the zoom option on several occasions and her guidance and instructions were very easy to follow, even when you are dancing from home.
Her studio is always clean and she is very active/responsive on social media. I highly recommend if you’re a new or seasoned dancer.