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TURKISH NIGHT IN DAPHNE RESTAURANT WITH SORAYA

CHELTENHAM BELLY DANCE

2 CRESCENT PLACE, GL50 3PG

£19.95 Per person

Booking in Advance   Tel: 01242577299

www.daphnerestaurant.com

BELLY DANCE CLASSES STROUD-GLOUCESTER-CHELTENHAM

SPRING TERM STROUD BELLYDANCE GROUP

APRIL 16th   -  28th MAY

Mondays   5:30 pm-6:30 pm (6 Classes) £55  Landsdown Hall-Stroud GL5 1BB

Private classes.

Contact

Soraya  Tel : 01285821970    e-mail: dianisoraya@hotmail.com

What is Belly Dance?

The original name for belly dance is Racks Sharki or the Shark which literally means Oriental Dance. It was named belly dance in the nineteenth century by Europeans who traveled to exotic lands in search of new cultures, customs and landscapes. This Oriental dance is one of the oldest dances around the world.  It combines elements from different eras and cultures from ancient Egypt (including ceremonies associated with fertility) to our century, enriched with transformations and new rhythms, without losing its essence that enhances the spirituality and femininity of women.

This millenarian dance is composed of soft undulating movements that draw different figures, and well marked moves like shimmies.  Because belly dance is a non-impact, weight-bearing exercise, it is suitable for all ages, and it is good exercise for the prevention of osteoporosis in older people.  Many of the moves involve isolations, which improve flexibility of the torso.  Dancing with the veil can help build strength in the upper-body, arms and shoulders.  Playing the zills trains fingers to work independently and builds strength. The legs and long muscles of the back are strengthened by hip movements.

Instruction and Performances

Soraya is an experienced belly dancer, instructor and performer. She offers local classes in  STROUD -  GlOUCESTER- CHELTENHAM  using her proven technique so that everyone at all levels can learn the beauty of belly dance. She also offers private performances, utilizing her 8 years of experience performing for a wide range of audiences, from small groups of a dozen people to large events with over a hundred guests.

You can be confident that you are getting quality instruction and polished, professional belly dance entertainment when you hire Soraya.  She is available for instruction, select receptions and restaurants.  Please contact Soraya at 01285821970  for availability and fees.