Dance

Open Arts Lunchtime Dance *

Open Arts | Mondays 1.30-2.30pm ~ 16+ years ~ FREE

Movement for all, regardless of ability. Open Arts provides arts activities and works with disabled people of all ages and abilities. E: openarts@aol.com W: www.openarts.net

Adult Movement & Dance Class *

Brenda McKee | Mondays 5.30-6.30pm ~ 16+ years

This is a highly enjoyable, fast moving class. It is Laban based, with emphasis on technique and creativity. It is advisable to wear loose comfortable clothing and bare feet. Enrolment is on the first night of term (Monday 13 September).

Tap Beginners

Julie Dorman | Mondays 6-7pm ~ Weeks 1-5 SOUTHBANK ~ 16+ years ~ £66/£60

This beginners tap class is for people with little or no dance experience. Dancers will learn basic tap steps and fun routines throughout the term.

Jazz Dance Intermediate

Sandy Cuthbert | Mondays 6.30-8pm ~ 16+ years ~ £72/£66

This class offers experienced jazz dancers a chance to further develop their technique and performance skills. The class will include a warm up, structured technical instruction and a challenging jazz dance combination each week. Sandy is professionally trained and worked as a jazz dancer in the UK Summer Seasons and shows in the Far East and America.

BTMS – Solo Step Dance *

Robert Hunter | Mondays ~ 6.30-7pm Beg ~ 7-7.45pm Int ~ 7.45-8.30pm Adv ~ £3 per class

Forget the curly hair, sparkly dresses and high kicks. This is sean-nós, or old- style solo Irish step dancing. Perfect for anyone who feels they have a step in them, man or woman, young or old. For more information see the Belfast and District Set Dancing and Traditional Music Society website at www.BelfastTrad.com or phone us on 07875 094446. Enrolment on Monday 6th September from 6-9pm.

Tap Advanced

Julie Dorman | Mondays 7-8pm ~ Weeks 1-5 SOUTHBANK ~ 16+ years ~ £66/£60

This class is for dancers who have previous tap dancing experience. Dancers will continue to develop their knowledge, technique and learn new routines. A fun way to keep fit.

BTMS – Set Dancing *

James Barron | Mondays 8.30-10pm ~ £4 (£3 members) per class

James teaches the basics for the beginners and more complicated steps for those who are ready for a further challenge. Supplemented by workshops and ceilis, you’ll be dancing in no time. No enrolment necessary, pay per class. Beginners can come at 8pm for extra help. T: 07875 094446 W: www.BelfastTrad.com

Tap Intermediate

Julie Dorman | Tuesdays 5.45-6.45pm ~ 16+ years ~ £66/£60

This intermediate class is for tap dancers who have previously attended the beginner or intermediate tap class, or for people who have previous tap dance experience. Dancers will build on their current tap knowledge and learn new steps and routines.

Contemporary Dance Intermediate & Advanced

Sandy Cuthbert | Tuesdays 6-7.30pm ~ 16+ years ~ £72/£66

This class offers experienced dancers a chance to further develop technique and performance skills. Consisting of structured technical instruction and challenging combinations each week. Sandy worked with internationally renowned choreographers in The National Dance Company of Wales and her own company In Transit.

Latin American Popular Dances

Cony Ortiz | Tuesdays 7-8pm ~ 16+ years ~ £66/£60/£54

Dance, have fun and exercise while learning salsa, merengue, mambo and cumbias. This class has been designed for beginners to learn basic movements and steps of the different dances. Have fun, socialise and at the same time you will be doing a complete work out. This is the way we do it in Latin America. Please bring comfortable clothes, shoes, and water.

Poi Dance

Clare Palmer and Guests | Tuesdays 8.30-10pm ~ 16+ years ~ £72/£66

This informal class will help you learn the basics of poi dance, and introduce you to a wider network of fire arts. It will improve your coordination, flexibility – and determination! Clare is the founder of fire performance group FirePoise.

Second Chance Adult Ballet *

Anita McBriar | Tuesdays 12.15-1.15pm ~ 18+ years ~ £5/£4 per class
Chee Shong Soon | Fridays 6.00-7.00pm ~ 18+ years ~ £5/£4 per class

A hard working class which offers the enjoyment, interest & sweaty effort of classical ballet. Whether it’s your 1st or 2nd chance, adults of all ages are welcome. Don’t be shy, have a try! Begins 24 September 2010.

Belfast Talent School – Pop Video Style Dance *

Deborah Maguire | Wednesdays 6-7pm ~ £74

As well as learning funky moves, this popular class will really get you in shape to hit the dancefloor or appear in the next MTV vid! A friendly class with Northern Ireland’s leading choreographer Deborah Maguire, who choreographs for TV, Theatre, Fashion and is the Cheerleading Coach for Belfast Giants Cheer Squad. Tel: 028 9024 3324 E: info@belfasttalent.com W: www.belfasttalentschool.com

Hip Hop, Dance Hall, Street *

Tura Arutura | Wednesdays 6-7pm ~ £94/£84/£70

Led by international dancer & choreographer Tura. Dancers will learn a routine, sweat and dance to the latest urban tunes. You will also be able to learn new school urban Street Dance and Hip Hop, techniques. The class is fun and aims to build your ConfiDance and a strong foundation to develop urban street movement. T: 07776 180015 E: tura@sedireland.com W: www.sedireland.com

Belfast Talent School – Musical Theatre Dance *

Deborah Maguire | Wednesdays 7-8pm ~ £74

Musical Theatre dance technique and exciting routines, in this “GLEE-FUL” class. A real must for anyone wanting to gain or build on experience from previous classes, and of course those aspiring to pull off “WICKED” performances in the West End. Come along to the class and “WE WILL ROCK YOU!” Tel: 028 9024 3324 E: info@belfasttalent.com W: www.belfasttalentschool.com

West Coast Swing * Beginners

Richard Turner | Wednesdays 8-9pm ~ 18+ years ~ £60/£50 OR £100 per couple OR £6 per class

West Coast Swing is a dance that evolved from the swing and jive dances of the 40’s and 50’s. To date WCS has grown into a modern funky couple dance. The dance is growing in popularity across the UK, it is amazing to watch; smooth, slinky and stylish. No partner required. Emphasis is on the basic steps and the lead and follow, and above all on having fun. T: 07834 518831 W: www.SwingBelfast.com

Bellydancing * Beginners

Karin Mallon (JWAAD trained teacher) | Wednesdays 8-9pm ~ 16+ years ~ £70/£68

Everyone welcome, no experience needed. Learn the basics of bellydance. From hip shimmies to pops and locks and lovely smooth body movements. No shoes needed, just wear something loose as little jingling hip scarfs are provided to help us shake our hips in class. T: 07776 194746

Bellydancing * Intermediate

Karin Mallon (JWAAD trained teacher) | Wednesdays 9-10.15pm ~ 16+ years ~ £70/£68

Taking Bellydance to the next level as we improve our dancing skills and add more drama and dynamics to the dance. Use of props, and more demanding routines as we grow in our development as dancers. Previous experience in Bellydance is a must. T: 07776 194746

Traditional French Dancing

Vanessa Franchetti | Wednesdays 9-10pm ~ 16+ years ~ £66/£60

Come and explore the many rhythms and dances of Traditional French Dancing! From the hypnotic and repetitive dances of Brittany, to the weaving and challenging bourrées of Central France, the sensuous couple dances of the South of France and the crazy fandangos of the Basque Country, this course will take you on a whirlwind ride through traditional French dancing and culture. No experience of dancing necessary.

Hip Hop Fusion

Eileen McClory | Thursdays 5.30-7pm ~ 16+ years ~ £72/£66/£60

A fun high energy class that builds endurance and strength to popular hip hop / pop music. A dynamic work out for the dance enthusiast or absolute beginner. The class is broken down into a cardio warm up, stretch, core conditioning and isolations, followed by a funky up tempo combination.

Flamenco Dance Beginner

Maureen Connolly | Thursdays 6-7pm ~ £66/£60/£54

It is a relaxed class which introduces the basics of Flamenco dance – becoming familiar with Flamenco rhythms, learning the basic technique of Flamenco dance, and working on a simple choreography. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes or boots with a cuban heel which will support your feet, please do not wear stilettos or trainers. A fun class and a great workout for the whole body.

Flamenco Dance Intermediate

MT Connolly | Thursdays 7-8pm ~ £66/£60/£54

Flamenco dance class for students with at least one year of Flamenco dance experience. We will study more advanced Flamenco rhythms including contra (off the beat), more advanced handclapping technique / footwork and occasionally dance to a live guitarist. We are currently studying Alegrias, Tientos and Bulerias. If possible please wear Flamenco shoes and a practice skirt.

Solo Charleston *

Jacinta Morris | Thursdays ~ 7.15-8.15pm Beg ~ 8.30-9.30pm Improver ~ 16+ years ~ £5/£4 per class

No dance experience necessary. Progressively learn original and choreographed Charleston-based routines. This fun filled class will help to bring out the performer in you. T: 07980 897796

Jazz Street Dance

Sarah Johnston | Thursdays 8-9pm ~ 16+ years ~ £66/£60

An ideal class if you want to push yourself to the next level. Sarah’s class will improve technique, strength and flexibility, it’s a fusion of ‘Old school’ jazz dance and ‘New school’ street dance. Originally trained at Arts Educational School, London, Sarah now works as a choreographer across the UK.

Tango Salón Improvers

Nikos Kyriakidis | Fridays 9.15-10.30pm ~ 16+ years ~ £69/£63

This class continues the material taught in the beginners class and further enhances partner communication, footwork and elegant movement. Students are recommended to enrol with partners to allow focus on leader / follower roles. Towards the end of the class there will be an introduction to “milonga” dance – distinctive from tango but with common origins.

Bollywood Dance for All

Nisha Tandon | Saturdays 12-1pm (6 weeks – 13 Nov – 18 Dec) ~ £33/£30/£27

Learn and enjoy the simple moves of both Bollywood and contemporary Indian dance. Bollywood dance is energetic and beneficial for physical well being. Learning can be achieved in a fun and relaxed manner.

Tango Salón Beginners

Nikos Kyriakidis | Saturdays 1-2.15pm ~ 16+ years ~ £69/£63

This class teaches the fundamentals of tango salón as it is danced in the milongas (tango night clubs) in Buenos Aires and the whole world. The objective is to familiarise students with the basic steps and routines under music and also tackles couple communication, posture and footwork.

Flamenco Castanet *

Maureen Connolly | Saturdays 2-3pm ~ £72/£60/£48

An introduction to Flamenco Castanets primarily for accompaniment of the dance. We will study finger exercises, rhythms and compas of Sevillanas. At least one year Flamenco dance and familiarity with dancing Sevillanas is necessary. Castanets will be available for purchase at the class. W: www.flamencoNI.com

Flamenco Rehearsal *

Maureen Connolly | Saturdays 3-4pm ~ £45

This is a rehearsal time for students who are performing with FlamencoNI. W: www.flamencoNI.com

Ecstatic DanceIN *

Julia Lyn Waters | Friday 10 Sept, Saturday 2 Oct, Friday 5 Nov & Friday 3 Dec ~ 7-9pm ~ £8.50/£5/£3 per class

A conscious dance celebration! Like to dance around the house OR looking to feel centered and FREE? Would you appreciate ‘space’ to move authentically from within to music from around the world? Great club alternative – no experience or partner necessary! E: aquajewel33@btinternet.com W: www.ecstaticdancein.blogspot.com

Circle Dance *

Patrick Brunskill | Fridays ~ 17 Sept, 15 Oct & 19 Nov ~ 7.15-9.15pm ~ 18+ years ~ £45 or £7 per session

Circle dances are a bit like folk dances. However, you don’t need a partner. There are 100s of dances ranging from the really lively through moderate paced ones to those with a more meditative feel. Many can be learnt in 5 to 10 minutes. The emphasis is on having fun, learning and doing circle dances from a wide range of countries. T: 028 9022 8631 E: jonpat99@hotmail.com

Lyrical Jazz Dance

Sarah Johnston | Sunday 17 October ~ 2.30-4pm ~ 14+ years ~ £9/£8

This workshop combines dance styles with elements of modern, ballet & jazz all put together to inspire and encourage you to explore new ways your body can express itself to music. This workshop is suitable for people with some dance training. Sarah trained at The Arts Educational Schools, London and has a string of musicals, summer seasons and numerous TV appearances to her credit.

Step Up 2 Dance

Sarah Johnston | Sunday 7 November ~ 2.30-4pm ~ 14+ years £9/£8

Step Up 2 Dance is a vibrant, high energy dance workshop covering warm up, technique exercises across the floor for step development and a routine that is designed to challenge. Sarah trained at Arts Educational Schools, her professional experience has seen her working extensively throughout the UK and Europe with some of the biggest names in show business.

BTMS – Set Dancing * – cancelled

Peter Hanrahan | Saturday 4th December ~ 10.30am-12noon & 1-4pm ~ £10 (£8 for members) £5.00 Half Day

Peter will be teaching battering steps and steps for sets. For more information see the Belfast and District Set Dancing and Traditional Music Society website at www.BelfastTrad.com or phone us on 07875 094446. Enrolment on Monday 6th September from 6-9pm.