Prue’s workshops
Burlesque Belly Dance choreography
Discover your cheeky side in this fun Burlesque Belly Dance workshop. Unleash the diva in you, mixing traditional belly dance movements with cutesy moves and sensual facial expressions. This choreography is an exciting mix of Belly Dance, Jazz Ballet and Broadway showgirl. There may also be a 1920s Charleston to dance or a kiss to blow here and there! Tie on your hip belt, practice your cheeky grin and get ready to be transported back in time with this dynamic and original choreography.
Intermediate Level
Duration: 2 hours
Belly Basics I
Discover the sensual art of Belly Dance with this fun and energetic workshop for beginners. Learn a variety of dynamic movements from the shoulder shimmy to hip circles and figure eights. Movements learnt in this workshop will be put into a short dance sequence that will have even total beginners shaking their hips like an Arabian Princess! Suitable for school, corporate and women’s groups.
All levels Welcome
Duration: 1 hour
Belly Basics II
Get back to basics with this anatomically based workshop focusing on the foundation movements of Middle Eastern Dance. Discover the muscles involved with each movement to better understand how the body functions in motion. Total beginners and intermediate students alike will gain knowledge and a better understanding of both their bodies and the movements of Belly Dance. Each participant receives a mini anatomy handbook.
All levels welcome
Duration: 2 hours
The Art of Improvisation through Earth, Air, Fire and Water
Improvisation can be a confronting and frightening experience for many belly dance students. Once mastered, improvisation is a rewarding, emotional and beautiful experience that can be performed to both traditional and contemporary music. In this workshop, the art of improvisation will be broken down into the four elements, matching movements to sounds and instruments. From percussive, sharp hip work to flowing undulations, learn to reflect the music through your body while harnessing the beauty and power of the four elements.
All levels welcome
Duration:1 or 2 hours
The workshops are available in one and two-hour sessions. Contact Underbelly for more information on availability, costing and availability.
Phone: 9419 6620; Email: [email protected]