2025-03 (June-July) Summer Mini-Session in Kanata - 5 Weeks
Beginner Bellydance with Linor in Kanata
Linor Shpungin
14 spots left
Join Linor for a beginner class in our summer mini-session at Richcraft Recreation Complex! Students will work on the basic posture and foundational movement vocabulary of Bellydance, and practice movement transitions, variations and combinations. Instruction is always tailored to the needs of the students. All levels of experience welcome (even advanced students can benefit from practicing the basics!); no prior dance experience required.
Linor Shpungin
14 spots left
Join Linor for a beginner class in our summer mini-session at Richcraft Recreation Complex! Students will work on the basic posture and foundational movement vocabulary of Bellydance, and practice movement transitions, variations and combinations. Instruction is always tailored to the needs of the students. All levels of experience welcome (even advanced students can benefit from practicing the basics!); no prior dance experience required.
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Marianne's Youth Room
Richcraft Recreation Complex
Richcraft Recreation Complex
$75.00
Beginner-Intermediate Bellydance with Cathy in Kanata
Cathy Paveley
14 spots left
Join Cathy for a first-level intermediate class that builds on the foundations learned in beginner level. Work on smooth movement transitions, layers, variations and combinations. Instruction is always tailored to the needs of the students. This class is intended for those with some previous Bellydance experience at the beginner level; content can be tailored to the needs and requests of the students.
Cathy Paveley
14 spots left
Join Cathy for a first-level intermediate class that builds on the foundations learned in beginner level. Work on smooth movement transitions, layers, variations and combinations. Instruction is always tailored to the needs of the students. This class is intended for those with some previous Bellydance experience at the beginner level; content can be tailored to the needs and requests of the students.
Thursday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Marianne's Youth Room
Richcraft Recreation Complex
Richcraft Recreation Complex
$75.00
Advanced Bellydance with Cathy in Kanata
Cathy Paveley
15 spots left
Join Cathy for an advanced class that builds on everything dancers have been working on in previous levels. Work on styling, engaging transitions, dynamic layers, and exciting variations and combinations. Instruction is always tailored to the needs of the students. This class is intended for those with previous Bellydance experience at the intermediate level; content can be tailored to the needs and requests of the students.
Cathy Paveley
15 spots left
Join Cathy for an advanced class that builds on everything dancers have been working on in previous levels. Work on styling, engaging transitions, dynamic layers, and exciting variations and combinations. Instruction is always tailored to the needs of the students. This class is intended for those with previous Bellydance experience at the intermediate level; content can be tailored to the needs and requests of the students.
Thursday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Marianne's Youth Room
Richcraft Recreation Complex
Richcraft Recreation Complex
$75.00
2025-04 (Sept-Dec) IN CLASS and ONLINE Session
Level 1: Basic Beginner Bellydance (Kanata)
Linor Shpungin
25 spots left
Discover the foundations of Raqs Sharqi!
Perfect for those who are brand new to bellydance, this welcoming class focuses on essential posture, basic movements, and foundational technique. Students will explore a variety of beginner moves, transitions, and combinations while gaining familiarity with the rhythms and melodies of Middle Eastern music.
No choreography is taught in this level; the focus is on building comfort, confidence, and body awareness. Come as you are – no prior dance experience needed.
** Kanata classes this fall will run 14 weeks from Sept 10 – Dec 10, 2025 **
Linor Shpungin
25 spots left
Discover the foundations of Raqs Sharqi!
Perfect for those who are brand new to bellydance, this welcoming class focuses on essential posture, basic movements, and foundational technique. Students will explore a variety of beginner moves, transitions, and combinations while gaining familiarity with the rhythms and melodies of Middle Eastern music.
No choreography is taught in this level; the focus is on building comfort, confidence, and body awareness. Come as you are – no prior dance experience needed.
** Kanata classes this fall will run 14 weeks from Sept 10 – Dec 10, 2025 **
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Mlacak Hall A
John G. Mlacak Community Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata
John G. Mlacak Community Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata
$200.00
Level 2: Beginner-Intermediate Bellydance (Kanata)
Cathy Paveley
25 spots left
Deepen your skills and start expressing yourself!
This level is ideal for students who are comfortable with beginner technique and ready to grow. We’ll expand your movement vocabulary with new steps, movement variations, and simple layering, while different sessions will introduce various props such as veil, cane (assaya), or finger cymbals (sagat).
You’ll begin to explore musical interpretation, stylization, and improvisation in a fun, supportive environment. A choreographed routine may be taught, helping students transition from technique practice to expressive performance.
** Kanata classes this fall will run 14 weeks from Sept 10 – Dec 10, 2025 **
Cathy Paveley
25 spots left
Deepen your skills and start expressing yourself!
This level is ideal for students who are comfortable with beginner technique and ready to grow. We’ll expand your movement vocabulary with new steps, movement variations, and simple layering, while different sessions will introduce various props such as veil, cane (assaya), or finger cymbals (sagat).
You’ll begin to explore musical interpretation, stylization, and improvisation in a fun, supportive environment. A choreographed routine may be taught, helping students transition from technique practice to expressive performance.
** Kanata classes this fall will run 14 weeks from Sept 10 – Dec 10, 2025 **
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Mlacak Hall A
John G. Mlacak Community Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata
John G. Mlacak Community Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata
$200.00
Level 3: Intermediate Bellydance (Kanata)
Gwen Melville
25 spots left
Refine, express, and expand your artistry!
This level is for dancers with solid foundational skills who are ready to advance their technique and deepen their artistry. We’ll work on precision, control, and expression, with more complex combinations, layering, and improvisation.
You’ll develop proficiency in popular props such as veil, cane (assaya), finger cymbals (sagat), and throughout multiple sessions may explore additional tools like Isis wings, or sword (sayf). Students will also engage more deeply with the regional styles and rhythms of Middle Eastern music. A choregraphed routine may be taught.
** Kanata classes this fall will run 14 weeks from Sept 11 – Dec 11, 2025 **
Gwen Melville
25 spots left
Refine, express, and expand your artistry!
This level is for dancers with solid foundational skills who are ready to advance their technique and deepen their artistry. We’ll work on precision, control, and expression, with more complex combinations, layering, and improvisation.
You’ll develop proficiency in popular props such as veil, cane (assaya), finger cymbals (sagat), and throughout multiple sessions may explore additional tools like Isis wings, or sword (sayf). Students will also engage more deeply with the regional styles and rhythms of Middle Eastern music. A choregraphed routine may be taught.
** Kanata classes this fall will run 14 weeks from Sept 11 – Dec 11, 2025 **
Thursday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Mlacak Hall A
John G. Mlacak Community Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata
John G. Mlacak Community Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata
$200.00
Level 4: Advanced Bellydance (Kanata)
Cathy Paveley
25 spots left
Perform with confidence, grace, and mastery!
Designed for experienced dancers, this advanced class challenges students to bring their technique, musicality, and performance quality to a professional level. You’ll work on complex layering, dynamic transitions, stylization, and improvisational confidence, along with advanced use of props such as assaya, sagat, melaya leff, tray, sayf, or candelabra (shamadan).
We’ll delve into a wide variety of Middle Eastern dance genres and aesthetics, enhancing both your technical mastery and cultural depth. A challenging performance routine choreography may be taught to prepare students for the stage or solo development.
** Kanata classes this fall will run 14 weeks from Sept 11 – Dec 11, 2025 **
Cathy Paveley
25 spots left
Perform with confidence, grace, and mastery!
Designed for experienced dancers, this advanced class challenges students to bring their technique, musicality, and performance quality to a professional level. You’ll work on complex layering, dynamic transitions, stylization, and improvisational confidence, along with advanced use of props such as assaya, sagat, melaya leff, tray, sayf, or candelabra (shamadan).
We’ll delve into a wide variety of Middle Eastern dance genres and aesthetics, enhancing both your technical mastery and cultural depth. A challenging performance routine choreography may be taught to prepare students for the stage or solo development.
** Kanata classes this fall will run 14 weeks from Sept 11 – Dec 11, 2025 **
Thursday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Mlacak Hall A
John G. Mlacak Community Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata
John G. Mlacak Community Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata
$200.00
Level 3: Intermediate Bellydance (ONLINE)
Gwen Melville
50 spots left
Refine, express, and expand your artistry!
This level is for dancers with solid foundational skills who are ready to advance their technique and deepen their artistry. We’ll work on precision, control, and expression, with more complex combinations, layering, and improvisation.
You’ll develop proficiency in popular props such as veil, cane (assaya), finger cymbals (sagat), and throughout multiple sessions may explore additional tools like Isis wings, or sword (sayf). Students will also engage more deeply with the regional styles and rhythms of Middle Eastern music. A choregraphed routine may be taught.
** Online classes this fall will run 14 weeks from Sept 10 – Dec 10, 2025 **
Gwen Melville
50 spots left
Refine, express, and expand your artistry!
This level is for dancers with solid foundational skills who are ready to advance their technique and deepen their artistry. We’ll work on precision, control, and expression, with more complex combinations, layering, and improvisation.
You’ll develop proficiency in popular props such as veil, cane (assaya), finger cymbals (sagat), and throughout multiple sessions may explore additional tools like Isis wings, or sword (sayf). Students will also engage more deeply with the regional styles and rhythms of Middle Eastern music. A choregraphed routine may be taught.
** Online classes this fall will run 14 weeks from Sept 10 – Dec 10, 2025 **
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Zoom
ONLINE
ONLINE
$200.00
Level 1: Basic Beginner Bellydance (Orleans)
Linor Shpungin
30 spots left
Discover the foundations of Raqs Sharqi!
Perfect for those who are brand new to bellydance, this welcoming class focuses on essential posture, basic movements, and foundational technique. Students will explore a variety of beginner moves, transitions, and combinations while gaining familiarity with the rhythms and melodies of Middle Eastern music.
No choreography is taught in this level; the focus is on building comfort, confidence, and body awareness. Come as you are – no prior dance experience needed.
** NOTE: Signing up here is free and not official registration. To join the Orleans classes, you must register and pay through the City of Ottawa at https://tinyurl.com/DuniyaShenkman
This sign-up just adds you to the teacher's email list and sends you instructions. **
** Orleans classes this fall will run 12 weeks from Sept 9 – Nov 25, 2025 **
Linor Shpungin
30 spots left
Discover the foundations of Raqs Sharqi!
Perfect for those who are brand new to bellydance, this welcoming class focuses on essential posture, basic movements, and foundational technique. Students will explore a variety of beginner moves, transitions, and combinations while gaining familiarity with the rhythms and melodies of Middle Eastern music.
No choreography is taught in this level; the focus is on building comfort, confidence, and body awareness. Come as you are – no prior dance experience needed.
** NOTE: Signing up here is free and not official registration. To join the Orleans classes, you must register and pay through the City of Ottawa at https://tinyurl.com/DuniyaShenkman
This sign-up just adds you to the teacher's email list and sends you instructions. **
** Orleans classes this fall will run 12 weeks from Sept 9 – Nov 25, 2025 **
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Ottawa Citizen Dance Studio
Shenkman Arts Centre
Shenkman Arts Centre
Level 2: Beginner-Intermediate Bellydance (Orleans)
Jocelyne (Jehane) Khan
30 spots left
Deepen your skills and start expressing yourself!
This level is ideal for students who are comfortable with beginner technique and ready to grow. We’ll expand your movement vocabulary with new steps, movement variations, and simple layering, while different sessions will introduce various props such as veil, cane (assaya), or finger cymbals (sagat).
You’ll begin to explore musical interpretation, stylization, and improvisation in a fun, supportive environment. A choreographed routine may be taught, helping students transition from technique practice to expressive performance.
** NOTE: Signing up here is free and not official registration. To join the Orleans classes, you must register and pay through the City of Ottawa at https://tinyurl.com/DuniyaShenkman
This sign-up just adds you to the teacher's email list and sends you instructions. **
** Orleans classes this fall will run 12 weeks from Sept 9 – Nov 25, 2025 **
Jocelyne (Jehane) Khan
30 spots left
Deepen your skills and start expressing yourself!
This level is ideal for students who are comfortable with beginner technique and ready to grow. We’ll expand your movement vocabulary with new steps, movement variations, and simple layering, while different sessions will introduce various props such as veil, cane (assaya), or finger cymbals (sagat).
You’ll begin to explore musical interpretation, stylization, and improvisation in a fun, supportive environment. A choreographed routine may be taught, helping students transition from technique practice to expressive performance.
** NOTE: Signing up here is free and not official registration. To join the Orleans classes, you must register and pay through the City of Ottawa at https://tinyurl.com/DuniyaShenkman
This sign-up just adds you to the teacher's email list and sends you instructions. **
** Orleans classes this fall will run 12 weeks from Sept 9 – Nov 25, 2025 **
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Ottawa Citizen Dance Studio
Shenkman Arts Centre
Shenkman Arts Centre
Level 3: Intermediate Bellydance (Orleans)
Jocelyne (Jehane) Khan
30 spots left
Refine, express, and expand your artistry.
This level is for dancers with solid foundational skills who are ready to advance their technique and deepen their artistry. We’ll work on precision, control, and expression, with more complex combinations, layering, and improvisation.
You’ll develop proficiency in popular props such as veil, cane (assaya), finger cymbals (sagat), and throughout multiple sessions may explore additional tools like Isis wings, or sword (sayf). Students will also engage more deeply with the regional styles and rhythms of Middle Eastern music. A choregraphed routine may be taught.
** NOTE: Signing up here is free and not official registration. To join the Orleans classes, you must register and pay through the City of Ottawa at https://tinyurl.com/DuniyaShenkman
This sign-up just adds you to the teacher's email list and sends you instructions. **
** Orleans classes this fall will run 12 weeks from Sept 9 – Nov 25, 2025 **
Jocelyne (Jehane) Khan
30 spots left
Refine, express, and expand your artistry.
This level is for dancers with solid foundational skills who are ready to advance their technique and deepen their artistry. We’ll work on precision, control, and expression, with more complex combinations, layering, and improvisation.
You’ll develop proficiency in popular props such as veil, cane (assaya), finger cymbals (sagat), and throughout multiple sessions may explore additional tools like Isis wings, or sword (sayf). Students will also engage more deeply with the regional styles and rhythms of Middle Eastern music. A choregraphed routine may be taught.
** NOTE: Signing up here is free and not official registration. To join the Orleans classes, you must register and pay through the City of Ottawa at https://tinyurl.com/DuniyaShenkman
This sign-up just adds you to the teacher's email list and sends you instructions. **
** Orleans classes this fall will run 12 weeks from Sept 9 – Nov 25, 2025 **
Tuesday
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Ottawa Citizen Dance Studio
Shenkman Arts Centre
Shenkman Arts Centre