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Belly Dance & More at Aalim School of Dance

Summer session classes begin in June and July and run through August! June classes for Levels 2 and up begin the week of June 3, Level 1 and beginner begin the week of June 10. First time beginners should begin within the first three weeks of a given session; returning students join any time.

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.

 

 

Spring Belly Dance Classes (click class title for description.)

Class at the WSP studio

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
Classes begin week of March 18 & run 8 weeks unless noted.

      Wednesdays, 8:00-9:30 p.m. 4/17-5/29 (7 weeks, note dates) with Fareehah

      Thursdays, 7:30-9:00 p.m. 3/21-5/9 Studio Mpls-SR with Amara

      Saturdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m. 3/23-5/11 Studio Mpls-SR with Mirah

 

Level 2 & 3 Daytime Belly Dance Group

      Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 3/21-5/9 Studio Mpls-SR with Mirah

 

Level 2 Belly Dance (8-week session unless noted)

       Wednesdays, 6:15-7:35 p.m. 3/20-5/15 Studio Mpls-SR with Mirah **9-weeks

       Thursdays, 7:45-9:15 p.m. 3/21-5/9 Studio WSP with Mirah

 

Level 3 Belly Dance (8 week session unless noted)

       Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15 p.m. 3/20-5/8 Studio Mpls-SR with Mirah

       Thursdays, 6:15-7:35 p.m. 3/21-5/16 Studio WSP with Mirah

 

Advanced Belly Dance Technique, Style & Development (Advanced-Pro)

       Saturdays, 11:40-1:10 p.m. 3/16-5/11, Studio Mpls-SR with Mirah
      **no Advanced class 4/27 or 5/4

 

    

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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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.

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Registration Policies and Fees

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

 

For a Spring 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 belly dance classes (1.5 hours, levels 1 through advanced):

      $ 88 for a full 8-week session (All other classes)

      $110 for 10-class gypsy card

      $ 60 for 5-class gypsy card

      $ 13 single class drop-in rate

 

 

Specialty Mini-sessions and Workshops

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

 

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Locations and Driving Directions

South Minneapolis (Location Code: Mpls)

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

 

West St. Paul/Eagan (Location Code: WSP)

Rhythm and Shoes at Southview Square
1907 S. Robert Street (north of 494), West St. Paul, MN 55118

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     Studio WSP: Rhythm and Shoes Dance Studio

 

 

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Driving Directions

To Aalim School West St. Paul/Eagan Location (Studio Code: WSP)

Rhythm & Shoes at Southview Square 1907 S. Robert St., West St. Paul

From eastbound 494 take the South Robert Street exit. At the top of the exit ramp, turn left. Continue approximately 1/2 a mile north on Robert. Southview Square will be on your left--the dance studio is located between Hancock Fabric and O'Reilly Auto Supply.

From westbound 494 take the Highway 110 exit and the South Robert Street exit. Turn left (north) onto S. Robert Street.

 

 

To Aalim School South Minneapolis Location (Studio Code: Mpls)

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.

3754 Pleasant Ave. S.

Minneapolis, MN 55409

612-703-7002

info@albahira.org

 

 

REGISTER NOW!

Summer session classes begin in June and July!

Aalim School-IGH is now Aalim School-WSP. Details here!

Private Lessons and Performance Coaching Available.

 

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Al-Bahira Show and workshop weekend
November 1-3, 2013

 

 

CHECK STUDIO DESIGNATIONS

Aalim School of Dance has two climate controlled locations:

  • West St. Paul/Eagan
  • South Minneapolis

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

West St. Paul is located north of 494 at 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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