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Special Offer - Student Referral!

Aalim School students--do you love dancing? Wish you could share your love of the dance with a friend or family member? Have friends who've been curious about your belly dancing, but haven't tried it out yet? Or have a friend who has already taken classes at another school, but is interested in checking out a new school or an additional class? We have an offer for you!
Between now and February 6, refer a new student to the Aalim School of Dance (either a new beginner or a dancer with previous experience who's new to us) and earn a voucher for a free class when the new student names you on their registration. Here are the details:

  • Offer good with new student purchase of a full session or gypsy card registration.
  • Newly registered students may refer other new students for the same session; however, no reciprocal referrals are permitted.
  • Class vouchers are good for either one 60- or one 90-minute class at any Aalim School location, and must be used within one calendar year. Vouchers have no cash value, and will be sent via email. Please be sure your contact information is up-to-date.

See below for full class information:

Click class titles for class descriptions, pricing options and registration information, click the "Jump to" links in the left navigation, or scroll down this page for general information. Still have questions? Call 612-703-7002 or email info@albahira.org.

 

Winter Regular Class Sessions (click class titles for descriptions.)

Winter session begins the week of 1/23

Note: When classes are scheduled back-to-back with the same instructor, scheduled times reflect a 10-min buffer to ensure smooth change-over between classes/studios. Classes begin promptly at the scheduled times.

Level 1 Belly Dance Foundations (8-week session)

      Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00 p.m. Studio IGH

      Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 9/22-11/10 Studio Mpls-SR **Day class!

      Thursdays, 7:30-9:00 p.m. 9/22-11/10 Studio Mpls-SR

      Saturdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m. 9/24-11/12 Studio Mpls-SR

 

Level 2 Belly Dance (8-week session)

       Wednesdays, 6:15-7:30 p.m. 9/21-11/16 Studio Mpls-CP **9 week session

       Thursdays, 7:40-9:10 p.m. 9/22-11/10 Studio IGH

 

Level 3 Belly Dance (8 week session)

       Wednesdays, 7:40-9:10 p.m. 9/21-11/9 Studio Mpls-SR

       Thursdays, 6:00-7:30 p.m. 9/22-11/10, Studio IGH

 

Advanced Belly Dance Technique and Style

       Saturdays, 11:40-1:10 p.m. 9/24-11/12, Studio Mpls-SR

    

About the Class Levels Please note that class "level" curriculum and expectations are not the same in all belly dance programs. If you have been taking classes with another school or program and are uncertain what level is right for you in ours, please email mirah@albahira.org or call 612-703-7002.

 

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Specialty Workshops & Mini-Sessions

NOVEMBER to JANUARY INTERSESSION MINI-SESSIONS!
Want to get started before winter session? Check out these exciting new classes at Aalim School!

November-January Intersession

 

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Private Lessons and Performance Coaching

Take your dancing to the next level! Are you working toward a special performance, interested in learning a new form or technique, or wanting to improve your performances and find your own "voice" as a dancer? Private sessions may be right for you! Mirah Ammal offers private lessons and on-going coaching tailored to your specific needs and goals. To learn more, contact Mirah directly at mirah@albahira.org, or call 612-703-7002.

See more information on private classes and coaching

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Registration Policies and Fees

Registration for these classes is through the Aalim School of Middle Eastern Dance.

 

For a Fall session registration form, click here

Please read the registration form and all policy information, found on the registration form.

For regular classes, previous belly dance students may register for a full session, get a 5-class gypsy card, a 10-class gypsy card, or purchase single classes on a drop-in basis. (A gypsy card is a punch card that lets you attend any regular class at the Aalim School.) First time beginners are asked to register for the full 8-week session, as material is cumulative. Late registrations for first time beginners may be taken up to the third week of class at the school administrator's discretion.

 

All other classes and workshops, registration/pricing options are as listed.

 

No refunds after the first week of class. No exceptions.

 

Regular classes (1.5 hours, levels 1 through advanced):

      $ 88 for a full 8-week session

      $110 for 10-class gypsy card

      $ 60 for 5-class gypsy card

      $ 13 single class drop-in rate

 

 

Specialty Mini-sessions

      Pricing and registration policies may vary--please check the listings.

 

 

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Locations and Driving Directions

Minneapolis

Center for Performing Arts at 3754 Pleasant Ave. S., Minneapolis

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     Studio Mpls-CP: Chapel Room, 2nd Floor

       Studio Mpls-SR: Sun Room, 1st Floor

 

Inver Grove Heights/Eagan

Salem Square at 5300 S Robert, Suite 550 (at 494 & Robert), Inver Grove

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     Studio IGH-FA: Fred Astaire Dance Studio

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Driving Directions

To Aalim School Inver Grove Heights/Eagan Location

Salem Square Center 5300 S. Robert Trail Suite 550, Inver Grove Heights

Fred Astaire Dance Studio (Suite 550) and Rhythm and Shoes Studio (Suite 200)

From eastbound 494 take the South Robert Street exit. At the top of the exit ramp, do not turn, but continue straight ahead (turns into 53rd). Turn left at the first parking lot entrance. The studios are located in the row of storefronts (Salem Square).

 

From westbound 494 take the Highway 110 exit and the South Robert Street exit. Turn right (south) onto S. Robert Street. Take a left at the first light. Turn left at the first parking lot entrance. The studios are located in the row of storefronts (Salem Square). 

 

 

To Aalim School Minneapolis Location

Center for Performing Arts, 3754 Pleasant Ave S., Minneapolis.

From northbound 35-W take the 35th-36th Street exit. Go past 36th street and take a left onto 35th Street (one way). Cross the overpass, go two blocks, and take a left onto Nicollet. From Nicollet, take a right onto 38th Street. Go four blocks to Pleasant. The Center for Performing arts is on the northwest corner of the intersection. Parking is on street.

 

From southbound 35-W take the 35th-36th Street exit. Take a right onto 35th Street (one way). Go two blocks, and take a left onto Nicollet. From Nicollet, take a right onto 38th Street. Go four blocks to Pleasant. The Center for Performing arts is on the northwest corner of the intersection. Parking is on street.

 

From I-94, either direction follow signs for 35-W southbound. Stay right, and follow the southbound 35W directions.

 

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Aalim School of Dance, LLC.

P.O. Box 19342

Minneapolis, MN 55419

612-703-7002

info@albahira.org

 

 

REGISTER NOW!

Winter Session Classes begin in January!

Private Lessons and Performance Coaching Available.

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

  Aalim School Open House Saturday September 24
Meet Aalim School instructors, get class information and see performances by Mirah Ammal and Al-Bahira.
Aalim School-Minneapolis
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

The SPOOOOOKTACULAR Show! Sat. October 8, 2011, at Patrick's Cabaret Theater

Holiday Dazzle Hafla! November 20, 2011, at Patrick's Cabaret Theater

 

CHECK STUDIO DESIGNATIONS

Aalim School of Dance has two air-conditioned locations:

  • Inver Grove Heights

  • South Minneapolis

Our Minneapolis location is conveniently located in South Minneapolis near I-35W and Lyn-Lake/Kingfield.

Inver Grove/West St. Paul is located near 494 and South Robert Street.

Please note: Classes may be held in more than one studio at these locations: be sure to check studio designations!

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 Click for the Fall Registration Form

 

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