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Burn calories and learn to bellydance with SharQui – The bellydance workout®, a dance-fitness class that is great for anyone of any age or skill level. The unique breakdown and repetition of bellydance movements is fun and easy to follow automatically improving your posture, slimming hips and legs, defining the waist, increasing upper body strength,...

Practice Egyptian-style bellydance technique with Carol Tandava as you learn beautiful choreographies to sizzling Middle Eastern music. Students will be given individualized feedback and access to instructional videos, as well as performance opportunities on successfully learning choreographies! Continuing students only. No drop-ins, please. Please...

Basic knowledge of terminology and experience necessary. Tap shoes required. Students who are 15 to 17 years old should have a parent/guardian present on the first day of class to sign up a release form.

Haiti, the second independent republic in the Americas, partakes of three cultural sources: African, American, and European. The dances and culture of Haiti have been extremely important in the development of American dance, thanks to the pioneering work of Katherine Dunham.  Peniel Guerrier draws on his extensive knowledge of Haitian folkloric...

No dance experience or partner necessary for this workshop. All Tango basic elements to move you fast up to the next level! A breakdown of the basic elements: the embrace, concept of lead and follow, cross and parallel walk systems, 6, 8, & 10 count basic, cruzada, weight changes, ochos, rock step, turns, gancho, lapiz, sacada, and barrida. This...

For Students with no prior knowledge or background in Lindy Hop / Swing. This class is an introduction to the look and feel of social swing dancing. This course is intended to provide instruction and repetition of the basic 6-count patterns that form the structure of this dance. Students should feel comfortable with all the material and take this...

Little or no dance experience. Students who are 15 to 17 years old should have a parent/guardian present on the first day of class to sign up a release form.

The core of ILLY’s Dance CLASH, CLASH Choreo is where you get your perfect blend of Soca, Afro and a dash of Dancehall in a single routine. Typically powered by soca but Afro is occasionally thrown into the mix with a clash of Afro street styles and Traditional West African movements. The class is sure to give you a little challenge with a lot of...

This class is perfect for beginners. If you have never taken a class before, then this is for you.  Salsa is one of the most popular Latin Dances in New York City. Salsa Music initially originated in Cuba and was popularized in Puerto Rico. Today with all the Latin Rhythms combined from different Caribbean and South American countries has helped...

Intermediate level bellydance combinations and drills. Various musical styles will be explored. Some bellydance experience required ***Please arrive at least 10 minutes before class starts to sign in. We begin class ON TIME

With a lilting tempo Milonga is so much and easy to dance.Don’t shy away from learning Milonga form the very beginning . Milonga is an event where Argentine tango is danced. The venue dedicated to milongas may also be called "milonga". People who frequently go to milongas may be called milongueros. The music played is mainly tango, vals and milonga....

If you ever wanted to learn how to perform a jaw dropping, titillating lap dance for your lover, then this is the class for you! We show you everything from positioning, grinding techniques and more!  Please Note: Heels are mandatory for this class!

A smoother blend of Afrobeat & Soca vibes to tap into your sultry side. Sharpen your coordination and learn some ILLY Clash routines which includes stretching to enhance long lines in the body and arches in your back.

This class is a Horton based technique modern dance class. The class focuses on flexibility, strength, coordination and body awareness. Students will learn locomotive movements and choreographic dance combinations.  We will also do floor-work for core building, technical exercises to help improve full body fluidity. We will look at the elements...

Introduction to the art of bellydance with an emphasis on body awareness, correct posture, musicality, and fun! Basic moves will be covered and put together in easy-to-follow combinations.  No experience needed! Notes: Proof of vaccination is required. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before class starts to sign in. We begin classes on...