Class schedule
Tuesday
6.30pm - Beginner 1
-------- 7.30pm - Beginner 2 |
Wednesday
6.30pm - Beginner 1
-------- 7.30pm - Advanced -------- 8.30pm - Intermediate |
Thursday
6.30pm - Beginner 1
-------- 7.30pm - Advanced |
Sunday
9am - Advanced
|
beginner 1:
bellydance movement fundamentals, including movement drills, finger cymbal introduction ( zills) music and rhythm
fundamentals, basic dance concepts and terminology, introduction to the cultures of the bellydance world, understanding the mechanics of movement and how to find movement in the body.
beginner 2:
starting to dance with zills, beginning choreography: reading a dance syllabus, rhythm recognition, creating combinations and transitions, introduction to veil
intermediate:
more advanced choreography including a veil choreography, improvisation. variations on known basic movements, understanding dance dynamics, performance skills, understanding the emotional components of dance: introduction to various arabic dance styles, first performances if the student wishes it, basic performance makeup, head wraps, veil wraps.
advanced:
new and more complex rhythms, including uneven rhythms complex zill patterns, troupe repertory, improvisation theory and skills, creating costumes and understanding costuminmg and dance styles, using props: baskets, swords, advanced veil.
bellydance movement fundamentals, including movement drills, finger cymbal introduction ( zills) music and rhythm
fundamentals, basic dance concepts and terminology, introduction to the cultures of the bellydance world, understanding the mechanics of movement and how to find movement in the body.
beginner 2:
starting to dance with zills, beginning choreography: reading a dance syllabus, rhythm recognition, creating combinations and transitions, introduction to veil
intermediate:
more advanced choreography including a veil choreography, improvisation. variations on known basic movements, understanding dance dynamics, performance skills, understanding the emotional components of dance: introduction to various arabic dance styles, first performances if the student wishes it, basic performance makeup, head wraps, veil wraps.
advanced:
new and more complex rhythms, including uneven rhythms complex zill patterns, troupe repertory, improvisation theory and skills, creating costumes and understanding costuminmg and dance styles, using props: baskets, swords, advanced veil.
Background
From St Tropez, France, Amaya “Sultana Gamal” is internationally know as a powerful , charismatic dancer; portraying musical nuances with hert intense abdominal work, layering of sensual torso and arm combinations, non-stop shimmies and fiery zill work. In poem she is referred to as a “ dark, lush wine”
Amaya has danced since childhood; studied ballet , jazz and modern dance extensively (Graham and Limon Techniques) as a scholarship student at the prestigious American School of Dance , various ethnic dances and many years of folkdance. Amaya has been teaching dance for over 25 years and taught Yoga for many years. Middle eastern Dance training with Marina Fisher; Sultana, Dina, Mahmoud Reda, Raqia Hassan and others.
During her career in France she performed for Albert of Monaco, the Turkish Ambassador to France and his family, and various Arab royalty. She performed in Arab-owned clubs all over the Cote d’Azur as well as toured with Orchestre Jamal Aziz and was the premiere danseuse for the Official Morrocan Associiation of Nice.
Amaya now directs Ya Harissa! Bellydance Theater one of the most exciting Middle Eastern dance companies in Southern Ca. She trains the dancers, choreographs , and designs and makes the company”s costumes.
Amaya teaches befginning thru advanced classes in her own studio , Studio Baraka, in Venice and offers private instruction and coaching as well as Movement Work for dance challenged individuals ( thiis includes coordination issues and various physical ailments) using her background teaching Adaptive P.E to individuals with both physical and mental impairments. This versatile background along with her precise technique, and warm and patient personality makes her an excellent teacher for any student. She is a “hands-on” teacher and makes your time with her worthwhile. Her small private studio ensures personal attention in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Other specialties include teaching teen-agers and children, the troupe includes 3 teens, who amaze their audiences; and “Celebrate your Belly by Bellydancing” for expectant mothers ( Amaya has a background in emergency medicine and midwifery)
Amaya has danced since childhood; studied ballet , jazz and modern dance extensively (Graham and Limon Techniques) as a scholarship student at the prestigious American School of Dance , various ethnic dances and many years of folkdance. Amaya has been teaching dance for over 25 years and taught Yoga for many years. Middle eastern Dance training with Marina Fisher; Sultana, Dina, Mahmoud Reda, Raqia Hassan and others.
During her career in France she performed for Albert of Monaco, the Turkish Ambassador to France and his family, and various Arab royalty. She performed in Arab-owned clubs all over the Cote d’Azur as well as toured with Orchestre Jamal Aziz and was the premiere danseuse for the Official Morrocan Associiation of Nice.
Amaya now directs Ya Harissa! Bellydance Theater one of the most exciting Middle Eastern dance companies in Southern Ca. She trains the dancers, choreographs , and designs and makes the company”s costumes.
Amaya teaches befginning thru advanced classes in her own studio , Studio Baraka, in Venice and offers private instruction and coaching as well as Movement Work for dance challenged individuals ( thiis includes coordination issues and various physical ailments) using her background teaching Adaptive P.E to individuals with both physical and mental impairments. This versatile background along with her precise technique, and warm and patient personality makes her an excellent teacher for any student. She is a “hands-on” teacher and makes your time with her worthwhile. Her small private studio ensures personal attention in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Other specialties include teaching teen-agers and children, the troupe includes 3 teens, who amaze their audiences; and “Celebrate your Belly by Bellydancing” for expectant mothers ( Amaya has a background in emergency medicine and midwifery)