Dates: Wednesdays, September 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th October 7th, 14th
Ages: 16+
Times: 6-7:30 pm
Location: Lafayette County Arena
Instructor: Rachel Coleman
Discover the joy of belly dance in a fun, supportive, and beginner-friendly environment! Belly dance is a low-impact dance form that celebrates self-expression and encourages every body to move with joy and confidence. In this session, you'll learn foundational belly dance movements, proper posture, basic rhythms, and simple combinations while building coordination, balance, and confidence.
These classes are designed for dancers with all levels of experience, from the absolute beginner to the dancer looking for a refresher course. Each class includes a gentle warm-up, technique instruction, and easy-to-follow combinations. Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Bare feet, dance slippers, or clean indoor shoes are welcome. Hip scarves are optional and available to borrow if you'd like.
Come ready to bask in laughter, jingles, and community!
Price: $60 for Members/$75 for Nonmembers
Registration Closes on September 9th at Noon
About Rachel
Hello & Welcome! My name is Rachel Coleman, and I will be your bellydance guide this fall! My bellydance journey began in 2006, originally to incorporate more movement and exercise to my day. The more I danced, the more my fascination grew, and the more I wanted to know. My love for this beautiful dance quickly transformed what was intended to be a simple means of exercise into a natural outlet of self-expression and creativity. My foundation is rooted in the Egyptian style of bellydance, but I also draw inspiration from many other bellydance styles and outside dance genres.
Over the past 17 years I have taught private lessons, group classes, and workshops for the Oxford community through the Oxford Park Commission, The University of Mississippi, and the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council. I am certified in the A-Z Bellydance and SharQui-The Bellydance Workout methodologies. It is my great pleasure to introduce women of all ages to the joy of bellydance! I hope to encourage and empower women in their own dance/movement journeys. I look forward to dancing with you!
Check out Rachel in action!
