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Breaking News: We're Moving! Aalim School-IGH is now Aalim School-WSP!
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Classes and Workshops with Mirah Ammal Mirah teaches regular belly dance classes in the Twin Cities area, and tours teaching workshops throughout the region and around the country. Mirah is also available for private lessons, private women's parties with small group lessons, and special workshops. For details or to receive announcements about upcoming session schedules, email mirah@mirahammal.com.
Click to jump to: Aalim School of Dance Classes (Mpls & WSP) - WINTER SESSION Student Referral Special (earn free classes!) Aalim School and Belly Dance Class FAQs
Aalim School of Middle Eastern Dance Classes through Aalim School are taught by Mirah and other professional instructors. See specific class listing for instructor and location. View the registration forms for more complete information and class descriptions or call 612-703-7002 or email Mirah at mirah@mirahammal.com.
Winter Session classes begin the week of January 23; Students with previous experience may drop in at any time; first-time beginners start by week 3. Winter Session Classes NOTE: Be sure to check the specific class listing for session dates and studio designations; we have three locations (West St. Paul/Eagan, S. Minneapolis, and Northeast). Click on class titles to view class descriptions and additional details.
Level 1 Belly Dance Foundations (8-week session) Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00 p.m. 1/25-3/14, Studio WSP with Amara Thursdays, 7:30-9:00 p.m. 1/26-3/15, Studio Mpls-SR with Afrita
Saturdays,
CANCELLED**(see note), Studio Mpls-SR with Mirah Ammal
Level 1 and 2 Mixed Level Belly Dance Foundations (8-week session) Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 1/26-3/15, Studio Mpls-SR with Mirah Ammal
Level 2 Belly Dance (8-week session unless noted**) Wednesdays, 6:15-7:35 p.m. 1/25-3/21, Studio Mpls-CP with Mirah **9 weeks Thursdays, 7:45-9:15 p.m. 1/26-3/22, Studio WSP with Mirah Ammal **Level 2 classes are 80 minutes to accommodate studio and student scheduling. To make up for the 10 minute difference, there will be a 9th class--a make up class free to those students enrolled in this class.
Level 3 Belly Dance (8-week session unless noted**) Wednesdays, 7:45-9:15 p.m. 1/25-3/14, Studio Mpls-SR with Mirah Ammal Thursdays, 6:15-7:35 p.m. 1/26-3/15, Studio WSP with Mirah **9 weeks
Advanced Belly Dance Technique and Style Saturdays, 11:40-1:10 p.m. 1/28-3/17, Studio Mpls-SR with Mirah
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@mirahammal.com or call 612-703-7002.
Regular Spring Session Classes at Aalim School of Dance begin the week of March 25, and will follow the schedule above. Registration for Spring Session will be available by Week 5 of winter session.
Be sure to read the registration form for school policies and fee structures.
Regular classes (1.5 hours): $ 88 for a 8-week session $110 for 10-class gypsy card $ 60 for 5-class gypsy card $ 13 single class drop-in rate
Raq-erobique(SM) Fitness Classes and Children's Classes (1 hour): $ 55 for full 6-week session $ 50 for 5-class "Raq" gypsy card $ 10 single class drop-in rate
Specialty Classes and Workshops See individual course listings.
Aalim School Locations South Minneapolis (Location Code: Mpls) Center for Performing Arts at 3754 Pleasant Ave. S. (38th and Pleasant) Studio Mpls-CP: Chapel Room, 2nd floor Studio Mpls-SR: Sun Room, 1st floor
West St. Paul/Eagan (Location Code: WSP) Rhythm & Shoes at Southview Square, 1907 S. Robert St., West St. Paul (north of 494) Click for driving directions. Studio WSP: Fred Astaire Dance Studio (Suite 550)
Northeast Minneapolis (Location Code: NE-302) Shift Studio, 1304 University Ave. NE Suite #302 (3rd floor), Minneapolis Studio NE-302: Shift Massage and Fitness (3rd floor, above Erte)
Private Classes, Coaching and Workshops Mirah teaches private lessons for individual or small groups: * A lesson or mini-workshop can be a great way to liven up a private party. * For small groups and dance troupes a private lesson with Mirah can help you work toward group goals or choreographies. * Individual coaching is a great way to work specific techniques, enhance performance skills, get critical feedback, and work on personal dance goals.
Mirah tailors your private session to suit your individual needs and circumstances. She can come to you, or locate a studio for the session. For specific pricing information, contact Mirah
Mirah also teaches workshops around the country. Call 612-703-7002 or email mirah@mirahammal.com to learn more about having Mirah as a workshop instructor for your event, or click here for more workshop information
Some of Mirah's private lesson and workshop specialties include: Egyptian style Raks as-Sharki (belly dance) Dynamic drum solos and combinations Spectacular shimmies and layering techniques Tribaret and Cross-training tribal fusion and Orientale style techniques Solo performance coaching Fan Veils Veil & Double Veil Isis wings Raks Assaya (cane dance) and Saidi style Sword Shamadan (candelabra dance) Melaya Leff (Eskandarani) Greek Belly Dance Karsilama (9/8) and Turkish belly dance Haggalla Creating a performance set Dancing with finger cymbals...and LIKING it! Developing improvisational dance skills Creating compelling choreography (for soloists, groups, or troupes) Entrances and exits Beautiful hands and arms Isolation and articulation Belly dance for positive body image Overcoming stage fright Exploring Middle Eastern dance and music for kids
Driving Directions (to Aalim School locations and Burnsville classes) Aalim School Locations West St. Paul Salem Square at 5300 S. Robert Street, West St. Paul (at 494 and S. Robert Street.) Studio WSP: Fred Astaire Dance Studio (Suite 550)
Minneapolis Center for Performing Arts at 3754 Pleasant Ave. S. (38th and Pleasant) Studio Mpls-CP: Chapel Room, 2nd floor Studio Mpls-SR: Sun Room, 1st floor
Driving to Aalim School Classes in West St. Paul Coming Soon. Driving to Aalim School Classes in Minneapolis 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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