What To Expect In Class

Preparing for Class

Wondering what to wear? Here’s some useful information on minimalist costuming, though a slim-fit t-shirt and yoga pants will do fine!

  • Pro tip!  Dancing in the costume you’ll be performing in is always a good idea!

  • Please be ready to stretch out and then dance at the start of class.

  • If you come in late, that’s fine — just stretch out on your own, then join in.

  • Be sure to have water.

  • For online classes, you will need a quality microphone, speaker, and camera – found on modern tablets, smart phones, laptops, desktops, etc. Make sure your device is fully charged or plugged in.  Have a space that’s at least big enough to stretch out your arms to the sides and overhead, and be able to move a few steps forward and back.  To get good personalized feedback from the instructor, be sure to have decent front-lighting, wear contrasting colors at hips and torso, and try to ensure that your feet and hands are visible to the camera!

Petra's Teaching Style

I dance with an open heart and a dedicated body, and this is how I like to teach. You can expect empathy with whatever your current state of practice is, as well as intensity of practice in our class time together.

Generally speaking we adhere to FatChance BellyDance (FCBD®Style) methodology and teach one slow (or arrhythmic) step and one fast (or rhythmic) step per class — then drill, drill, drill! This is the best way to acquire the muscle memory needed for good technique. Being a yoga practitioner and teacher, I also bring in yogic asana and concepts on an as-needed basis, as sometimes these can help illuminate and explain a movement, improve your mobility, or tone up your moves.

Please note:  I give specific feedback to each student.  If this is something you’re not comfortable with, please let me know ahead of time and I will respect your needs.

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