Art Through Movement at The Oasis Dance Studio Class Descriptions and Fees

 

Monday| Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday

Classes meet once a week and are organized in 6-week sessions, however drop-ins are ALWAYS welcome! Instruction focuses on learning dance and/or fitness movements and technique. Bellydance classes may include choreography, instruction on improvisation, cultural history, costuming, and performance dynamics. Class descriptions below are in day and time order.

All classes are intended for students 18 years of age and older, however most classes will accept younger students (ages 10 to 17) who are focused and have a strong desire to learn. ALL students must read, fill out and sign a studio waiver before attending any class offered at The Oasis. Students under the age of 18 MUST have a parent or legal guardian present at all times when attending any class. For questions on this policy, please contact Politti Ashcraft, The Oasis Dance Studio Owner, either by email or phone: (909) 957-8962 ~ Thank you!

Above all, bellydance & fitness should be fun! The Oasis Dance Studio emphasizes a supportive and joyful teaching style. Some comments from our students:

"This is the most fun I have all week!"

"I can't wait until the next class!"

"I LOVE The Oasis!"

"Definately a Nordstrom Experience..."

 

One hour group classes $60/six-week session (paid in full at first class in session) or Drop-in $12 per class*
*unless otherwise noted

 

**PRIVATE LESSONS**
Are available with most Oasis instructors
Please contact The Oasis Dance Studio
for more information


   

 

Politti's Pilates ~ Private or Semi-Private Lessons by appointment only

Private 1-hour PILATES MAT lessons are for dancers or ANYONE wanting to get in excellent shape, and who wish to improve core strength, range of motion, muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility. Exercises and movements are performed on a mat, focusing on "CORE CONDITIONING": The strengthening and stabilization of the abdominal, spine and pelvis. Private lessons are customized per student - Either one-on-one for a private lesson, or up to 3 students for a semi-private lesson. Please bring your own mat and theraband (if you have them), as a limited supply will be available at The Oasis. If Politti is traveling to you off-site, please make arrangements with her if mats and/or therabands are needed.

Fee: $15 per student per class @ The Oasis / $20 per student per class off-site

 

Politti is available for Private & Semi-Private Pilates Mat Lessons by appointment only.

Contact Politti to arrange your Private Pilates Mat Lesson today!

 

For group Pilates Mat classes, check out "Strong to the Core" with Politti weekly classes at The Oasis listed below on Monday & Wednesday eves.

Strong to the Core with Politti Ashcraft
Monday eves ~ 6:30 - 7:30 pm

An energizing Pilates Mat workout focusing on "core conditioning": the strengthening and stabilization of the abdominal, spine and pelvis.   Pilates is an excellent way to increase strength, flexibilty, coordination and muscle tone - Perfect for dancers and anyone who desires an invigorating full-body workout. Please bring your own Yoga mat and Thera-Band (if you have them) as a limited supply will be available at The Oasis.

This class is wonderful as a complete warm up for the Tribal Basics 1 Class.

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in


 

Next Session:
January 2 - February 6, 2012

February 13 - March 19, 2012

March 26 - April 30, 2012


ATS Bellydance: Tribal Basics 1 with Politti Ashcraft
Monday eves ~ 7:30 - 8:30 pm

This beginning class will introduce students to basic fast and slow movements from the FatChanceBellyDance ATS (American Tribal Style) Bellydance format. Finger cymbals will be introduced, and integrated into beginning fast movements with lots of drills and practice. Students will also begin to learn and put to work group formations and leading and following skills unique to ATS Bellydance. This class is required before moving on to Tribal Basics 1.5.

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in

 

Next Session:
January 2 - February 6, 2012
(Slow Moves)

February 13 - March 19, 2012
(Fast Moves)

March 26 - April 30, 2012
(Fast Moves with Zils)


 

ATS Bellydance: Advanced / Performance* with Politti Ashcraft
Tuesday eves ~ 6:30 - 7:30 pm

This is an advanced performance prep class. Class focus is continued instruction of ATS (FatChanceBellyDance format) Bellydance moves, combos, cues and transitions, with a strong emphasis on technique, timing and stage presence to prepare students for performance opportunities with Strawberry Butterfly. Students must be proficient with finger cymbals.

*Students MUST take and PASS an exam to attend this class - by instructor referral only

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in

 

 

Next Session:
January 3 - February 7, 2012

February 14 - March 20, 2012

March 27 - May 1, 2012

ATS Bellydance: Tribal Basics 1.5* with Politti Ashcraft
Tuesday eves ~ 7:30 - 8:30 pm

This on-going class is the "stepping-stone" between Tribal Basics 1 & Tribal Basics 2 - adding more steps from the FatChanceBellyDance ATS (American Tribal Style) Bellydance format to your improvisational vocabulary. You will improve your dance technique, continue to develop your finger cymbals, and work towards more experience dancing in group formations.

*Completion of Tribal Basics 1 or knowledge of basic ATS moves is required; This class taken in conjunction with Tribal Basics 1 or Tribal Basics 2 is highly recommended

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in

 

Next Session:
January 3 - February 7, 2012

February 14 - March 20, 2012

March 27 - May 1, 2012

Strong to the Core with Politti Ashcraft
Wednesday eves ~ 5:30 - 6:30 pm

An energizing Pilates Mat workout focusing on "core conditioning": the strengthening and stabilization of the abdominal, spine and pelvis.   Pilates is an excellent way to increase strength, flexibilty, coordination and muscle tone - Perfect for dancers and anyone who desires an invigorating full-body workout. Please bring your own Yoga mat and Thera-Band (if you have them) as a limited supply will be available at The Oasis.

This class is wonderful as a complete warm up for the Tribal Basics 2 Class.

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in


 

Next Session:
January 4 - February 8, 2012

February 15 - March 21, 2012

March 28 - May 2, 2012


ATS Bellydance: Tribal Basics 2* with Politti Ashcraft
Wednesday eves ~ 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Fast-paced and fun, in this on-going class we will put all those FatChanceBellyDance ATS (American Tribal Style) Bellydance moves you have learned in Tribal Basics 1 & Tribal Basics 1.5 to work! Class focus is dancing in formation: Duets, Trios, Quartets and Chorus; creative leadership changes and transitions; continued finger cymbal development with new zil patterns introduced; continued development of lead & follow skills in both fast & slow moves, and so much more! This class is required before testing into Advanced Tribal Bellydance. There will be some performance opportunities with Strawberry Butterfly available to students well rehearsed in this class.

*Instructor referral is required

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in

 

 

Next Session:
January 4 - February 8, 2012

February 15 - March 21, 2012

March 28 - May 2, 2012


Bellydance for Beginners* with Edenia
Thursday eves ~ 6:30 - 7:30 pm

In this beginning class, you will learn basic bellydance moves, get some great exercise, and best of all - HAVE FUN! Class will cover the basics of hip, torso, and arm isolations, as well as simple turns, traveling steps and combinations. Please wear comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement - no street shoes (socks or dance shoes ok). *For students with no previous bellydance experience or those who want a basic bellydance movement class.

Fee $60/session, drop in $12

 

Next Session:
January 5 - February 16, 2012
(No class January 19)

February 23 - March 29, 2012

 

Pops, Locks & Bellydance Fusion with Edenia
Thursday eves ~ 7:30 - 8:30 pm

Pops, Locks, Ticks and Tocks are all the rage in today's belly dance scene, and The Oasis is excited to have one of the best up-and-coming fusion belly dancers teaching this weekly class! Edenia will guide you through combos and drills she has designed to strengthen specific body isolations to add to your belly dance for that edgy "urban" look. Each class starts with a short warm up and stretch, and choreographies may also be taught.

Fee $60/session, $12 drop-in

 

 

 

Next Session:
January 5 - February 16, 2012
(No class January 19)

February 23 - March 29, 2012

 


 

 

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