The movements of Middle Eastern Belly Dance are so deeply rich and inherently natural to a woman's body that they can move you to transform and to transcend.
Najwah encourages each of her students to let go of their inhibitions and embrace the joyous and empowering movements of Middle Eastern Belly Dance. Najwah's vivacious and hands-on approach to the dance allows students to feel confident and safe as they move to the rhythmic beats of traditional music. Classes integrate highly original style with the essential movements that make up Middle Eastern Belly Dance. The result is a joyful and vigorous work out tailored to a woman's body.
Classes are given in a friendly, softly lit, and relaxing studio. Students range in age from 12 to 65; all levels of dance and body type are encouraged to enroll and "break boundaries". This is a dance gentle to the body yet excellent for muscle tone, stretching, coordination, and aerobics. Numerous anecdotes from students detail a range of health benefits for conditions such as back problems, pms, sciatica, and carpel tunnel syndrome. Classes are uplifting and enjoyable, however, Najwah's background in ballet and modern dance emphasizes "core" dance discipline and carriage. Her forte is nuturing novice students as well as challenging professional level dancers to achieve their highest potential. All members of the professional performance company, The Ancient Rhythms, have evolved from Najwah's classes.
Najwah currently teaches Middle Eastern Belly Dance at DC Dance Collective, classes are held based upon the studio's session schedule, however drop-ins are always welcome.
| DC Dance Collective 4908 Wisconsin Ave, NW Washington, DC 20016 (202) 362-7244 |
Monday | |
| 6:30-7:30pm | Beginner I/II | |
| 7:30-8:30pm | Advanced Beginner/Intermediate | |
| 8:30-9:30pm | Intermediate/Advanced | |
| Friday | ||
| 11:00am-Noon | Advanced/Troupe | |
| Please visit DC Dance Collective for fee schedule and schedule updates. |
What to wear: form-fitting pants (to see your legs move!), comfortable top, and dance shoes (if you have tender feet). Also a hip scarf or coin belt. | |