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Belly Dance Classes

Bellydance Arts & Fitness Classes Courses & Workshops in Merseyside Contact us / book private lessons Wirral Belly Dancing  Classes 2023/2024  Our Wallasey and Hoylake belly dancing classes  have merged into one very small privately ran group of advanced students / ameture performers. J anuary 2023 was the last intake of new / beginner students.   You are welcome to register an interest in the group and put your self forward and we will contact you if a place becomes available or if the classes open back up publically to mixed ability students. Any new / future classes / courses will be published on this page feel free to check back from time to time to see if it is updated.  Liverpool City Centre Belly Dance at Whisc / Elliot Clark  This class is not running anymore since 2019. They may run again in the future. Old Information  Thanks for visiting my website  after ten years of holding classes in Liverpool city centre Hoylake and Wallasey,  January 2023 was my last intake of n

BELLY DANCING CLASSES IN LIVERPOOL & WIRRAL SEPTEMBER 2014

~ Welcome To Tara Dance Arts  ~
Contact - taradanceinfo@gmail.com
Timetable at the bottom of the page


Tuesdays - 1.30pm WHISC Bold Street Liverpool city centre L1. Facing Tesco. Free class suitable for women of mixed abilities.
Weekly classes start again on 8th January until end of March. Just turn up!


Wednesday's - 7.45pm. Wallasey Group. Address given upon booking. This is a small established friendly group of women of improver to advanced level belly dance students who share an interest in learning higher level technique, Props, Performance (optional) and full choreographed belly dance routines. Performance is optional however there are plenty of opportunities throughout the year. New members are always welcome but are expected to have some experience learning how to belly dance with Tara or elsewhere. Drop in £6.50 new students. £25 membership price @£5 per class in blocks of 5 sessions. This class runs for 60-75 mins. Sorry there are no refunds on missed classes.
Start date Wednesday 6th February 745pm.
Running on a weekly basis. Join at any point but contact with your information. Venue address is given upon booking. You can pay at class with cash or use PayPal if you prefer.

Saturdays - 11am in the rehearsal room of The Hoylake Parade Community Centre. Hoyle road Hoylake Wirral Ch47-3AG.
-Mixed Level - Beginners & Improvers
- Exercise & dance technique based suitable for women of all ages and abilities. We have a follow along dance towards the end of the class. Just turn up. £5 per class. Social days and evenings for those who wish to attend.
Weekly classes start again January 12th 11am. 

Workshops - details coming soon. £6.50 per hour workshop.

Details - The classes and workshops are organised and taught by Tara Maxwell an experienced professional belly dance performer, Makeup artist, Artistic director and teaching facilitator who holds full insurance, dance, fitness, Make artistry first aid and teaching qualifications / certificates and is a professional member of Foundation for community dance. The classes have been featured on TV Radio and printed publications. Tara is employed to teach at the women's charity WHISC in Liverpool city centre and has ran her dance school "Tara Dance Arts" since 2013.
To see public unbiased reviews from real people visit the Facebook page "Tara Dance Arts"

What to wear -
Leggings and a fitted top / t-shirt is fine but be sure your clothing is not to tight or restrictive or to long. Some people wear dance yoga or exercise clothing.
We dance bare foot but flat soft jazz ballet or belly dance style dance shoes are suitable. They must be flat and soft. No trainers in the class please they can be bad for your feet when dancing. If you have been meficalled fitted with special shoes you are welcome to wear them. Please bring socks.
Coin hip belts and scarves are provided along with props for all to borrow. If you have your own feel free to bring them.

Additional Information & Class Rules
Bring a bottle of drinking water.
Do not use the class as an advertising platform.
No abusive behaviour at class.
Mutual respect is expected to be shown towards other students and the teachers.
Leave your problems at the door.
Please pay for your class before leaving
Try to turn up on time. If late please do not disturb the class or teacher. Find a spaces and get involved.
To ensure there are minimul disruptions or digression any discussion and questions can be asked and answered if invited or at the end of the class.




Bellydance Arts & Fitness Classes Courses & Workshops in Merseyside

Hoylake Wirral Belly Dance Class - EVERY WEEK!
Saturdays 11am at the parade community centre hoyle road Ch47-3AG. Free car park Note this is a Women's group. People Of All Ages & dance / fitness abilities welcome. £5 JUST TURN UP!
Free Class for all on Saturday 22nd September!


Liverpool City Centre Belly Dance Class Sessions - Sept 2018

6 Week Theatrical Belly Dance Course
With Isis Wings 
Starting Wednesday 12th September 7pm 
Liverpool city centre. Suitable for Intermediate level. 12 spaces. This course is full.  Sold Out!

Belly dancing With Arabic at WHISC 
taught by Tara starting Tuesday 18th September Contact WHISC for information. 

Other Recommended Teachers & Classes In Liverpool
Here are some local teachers I know personally and have met or had positive learning experiences with / heard good things about who are good teachers and nice people. If you can't make it to my class get in touch with them
Carolyn's Classes in various areas

Marie's Class in Bootle 
Helens Classes various areas
SAED Classes various areas
Mary's Class 
Nancy's Class Toxteth

New Classes - Huyton (contact me if you are interested in joining)
New classes - Wallasey (contact me to show your interest)

Contact
Email Me - taradanceinfo@gmail.com

Pay For Sessions
PayPal link for full payment of £36 (use link below)
paypal.me/tarabellydance/36

PayPal link for first class or 6 session deposit (use link below)
paypal.me/tarabellydance/6.50

New Classes - Huyton (contact me if you are interested in joining)
New classes - Wallasey (contact me to show your interest)

MORE ABOUT TARA DANCE ARTS & Belly Dance Classes
Tara Dance Arts is a dance school based in Merseyside. The classes workshops and lessons are held at various venues in Wirral Liverpool and other areas of Merseyside. They are particularly suitable and popular for women however from time to time Men are invited and children are welcome but must be over the age of five and supervised by a participating parent or guardian. Tara Maxwell is the artistic director, Facilitator and owner of the company. She is a working performer with experience and relevant qualifications / certificates. She has taught a various places of arts education and culture and her dance school has been established since 2013. She is fully insured to teach privately and publically as well being trading standards assured (Wirral). Tara teaches from a community dance perspective allowing for an all inclusive environment. She is a professional member of FFCD Foundation For Community Dance - People Dancing.

Tuition & Stylisation
Egyptian Raqs Sharqi, Turkish oryantal, American Cabaret, Folklore, North African & Theatrical fusion. All of these styles of dance are known as belly dancing. They all have similarities however they have noticeable difference.

Social dancing, Performance arts & fitness style belly dance is all included in the tuition giving everybody an opportunity to get the most out of participating.

Classes Tuition includes - (beginners through to intermediates)
Technique, Artistic expression, Improvisation, Choreographies, Easy to follow exercise dance routines, Props, Musical instruments (such as drums and finger cymbals/Zills/Sagat).

Next Level Training Course & Workshops (intermediates only)
Theatre techniques, Arts & crafts, Makeup, Stage craft & Performance arts techniques, Preparing for professionalism in Restaurants dancing & events. Includes some of the above.

Suitability
People of All ages, Dance level or fitness abilities, All body shapes.

Social -
We are invited to lots of great shows Haflas and parties within the private belly dance community throughout the year giving opportunity for our dance groups to meet up, Eat and watch some great performances.

Performance Opportunities -
As stated above the are social outings and for those who wish to take part in performance at these particular events there will be opportunities for those who come to class regularly, Who work hard to practice and are 100% reliable. In addition to belly dance Haflas run by others we also have our own showcase Haflas parties and recitals. Every summer is full of events we have repeat invites to perform at. These are public events like festivals and summer fetes, Reliable participants who attend classes and rehearsals are welcome to take part.

Disabilities & Learning Diffulties
Tara has taught many students who have struggled at other classes. She is a facilitator and includes everyone. She asks for feedback and allows questions. She helps as much as she can. Tara has dyslexia and understands the problems dance participants who are dyslexic can face therefore she is patient and offers variations at class. Her class in Hoylake has access for people with disabilities. She has a teaching certificate and includes many if not all teaching styles in her sessions.

Belly Dance For Health & Fitness
There have been many scientific studies that have proven belly dancing to be beneficial for all kinds of ailments physical problems and diseases. Especially those effecting women. The reason why belly dancing us great for exersise for all ages us because it is low impact. At Tara's class she creates lesson plans that incorporate simple flexibility resistance and moderate cardiovascular exercise as well as safe dance technique. Belly dancing does engage and strengthen the core muscles of the belly pelvis buttocks and lower back. It helps us release fluid into the joints keeping them flexible. Shimmys are a great way to get your cardio going as is fun upbeat easy to follow routines. Good posture, Snake arms and veil dancing engage the upper back and help to tone the arms. Figure rights camels and hip circles give the inner women's muscles a good workout, Stretch and massage. These moves have been studied in China and proved they really help with bladder and womens problems.
At this class it is all performed without having to get down on your knees or roll around dirty floors. The only time we get down onto the floor is if we are learning Turkish floor work or balancing props. This is mainly practiced at workshops not within class. If it is done at class there are variations offered so those who may not want to desend down to the floor or can not go down onto the floor have options. When floor work is practiced by those who are inexperienced knee pads and yoga mats are shared to ensure our bodies are cushioned and our knees are protected.

What to Wear -
Exercise gym dance sports or yoga clothing is suitable as is a pair of leggings and a top. Anything you feel comfortable to dance / exercise in. We have t-shirts & bags available to purchase at class (optional)

Shoes - No Trainers in the studio / hall please!
Traditionally it is appropriate to dance and learn belly dance bare foot however flat soft ballet jazz or belly dance pumps shoes or slippers are fine. Foot thongs or yoga so is are great also. Bring a pair of socks in your dance bag.

Coins belts and hip scarves -
There are colourful coin hip belts and tassle hip scarves available at class for all to share ware and return in the condition it was found in.  Props and accessories are also shared and should be returned. If you have your own feel free to bring it / them along.

Other Stuff -
If you can bring a bottle of water however there is drinking water at each venue.
There are toilets and changing rooms / areas at each venue.
There is staff at each venue.
Each venue is clean tidy safe with suitable dance flooring ventilation and follow health and safety laws.
Check each class listing for parking & travel advice
Those who attend similar classes are welcome to Tara's however be warned bad behaviour or advertising is
Not allowed and you will be learning how to dance.


Classes Time Table

Liverpool Belly Dance Classes 7pm Elliott Clarke Performing Arts College Old Haymarket Liverpool City Centre L1-6ER
Starting Wednesday 12th September £36 for 6 one hour sessions. You are welcome to pay £6.50 deposit (by postal order bank transfer or paypal) for the first class on the 12th September 7pm and pay the rest with cash at class.
If you prefer to try a class you are welcome to attend the first session on 12th September 7pm £6.50 paid in advance by postal order bank transfer or PayPal.
Classes in liverpool are Held in 6 week slots, if they continue to be busy after the 6 weeks they will continue for a further 6 weeks.
Booking is Essential!

Hoylake Wirral Belly Dancing Classes EVERY WEEK - Saturday mornings 11am the parade community centre Hoyle Road Hoylake Wirral Ch47-3AG
£5 per class
Just turn up!

Contact
Email Me - taradanceinfo@gmail.com

Pay For Sessions
PayPal link for full payment of £36 (use link below)
paypal.me/tarabellydance/36

PayPal link for first class or 6 session deposit (use link below)
paypal.me/tarabellydance/6.50

New Classes - Huyton (contact me if you are interested in joining)
New classes - Wallasey (contact me to show your interest)

Everyone welcome!
Contact - taradanceinfo@gmail.com

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Bellydance Arts & Fitness Classes Courses & Workshops


Wirral Class Saturdays 11am at The Parade Community Center Hoylake Wirral Ch47-3AG
(Wirral classes run every week just turn up!! Pay at class)
This is a women's group. CLASS IS RUNNING THIS WEEK!!!

Liverpool Class Wednesdays 7pm at Elliott Clarke Performing arts college Old Haymarket Liverpool city centre L1-6ER
(Liverpool 12 week course / classes start Wednesday 12th September) Mixed Gender Course. Book course or a taster class 
£60 full course / £5 taster
Offer!!! £50 full course (runs until 1st August)
https://www.paypal.me/tarabellydance/50
Pay at class or by PayPal.

Exclusive to women of all ages body shapes & dance / fitness levels. Children over 5 may be welcome to the Saturday class alongside mum and must be supervised. Ask me about this. 


OFFER!!!
Bring a friend for free offer (£5 individual class price)
(Offer runs untill end if January 2018 / sorry this offer has ended!)

What to wear - anything suitable for dance / exersise that you feel comfortable to wear - gym or yoga clothes are great, most ladies wear leggings and a top and some wear gypsy / maxi skirt with a bolero top. *Note if you wear a skirt please bring some shirts to put underneath for the cool down. 

Shoes - WE DANCE BARE FOOT ......however if you prefer to wear shoes please make sure they are soft & flat dance shoes like ballet jazz or belly dance shoes.

All coin belts props & accessories are provided for at class for all to wear use and return. If you have your own coin belt or veil feel free to bring it 😀

This is a friendly fun class taught by a down to earth creative professional performer and instructor.... she changes the classes up to keep them different and interesting. Everyone is welcome!

Your Health Is Important!!!
Have you got a health/ medical or physical problem & unsure any form of physical activity could make worse?  - please seek medical advice from your GP or medical professional before taking part in the class. Your overall well-being is your responsibility. If you don't feel well enough or strong enough to take part it's best to wait or follow medical advice given by your Doctor. Your health is more important. 

Any other questions??? Email me or contact me through Facebook messenger 

taradanceinfo@gmail.com



















 Dance Arts 

Belly Dancing Classes With Tara

07900426091 \ tara@tarabellydance.co.uk

Welcome to L1 & Hoylake Belly Dancing Groups

*Next Block Of Classes 2017*


Liverpool City Centre 
Starting Wednesday 11th January 2017
7.15pm - 8.30pm
Meet in the reception area of Elliot Clarke, Old Haymarket, Liverpool City centre L1-6ER
(Same strip as central travel Lodge, Corner Dale street)

Hoylake Wirral 
Starting Saturday 14th January 2017
11.45am-12.00pm
Meet in the mini hall of The Parade Community Centre, Hoyle Road, Hoylake, Wirral Ch47-3AG
(Just off Hoylake\Meols Waterfront promenade)

Additional Info - 


(All classes have a 15 minute set up time where you can sign up, Get changed grab a coffee & a chat followed by 1hour of Belly Dance instruction)

20 spaces at both venues

Prices
£5 taster
£30 block of 6 classes
£24 concession (over 65s, Unemployed, Students)
£45 Mother & Daughter - 6 classes (girls 4+)

Book your 6 week block or individual taster session







The next block of classes on Wednesday evenings at Elliot Clarke in Liverpool City Centre, Saturday mornings at The Parade Community Centre in Hoylake & Monday evenings in Wirral starts in January 2017. 
Classes run in blocks of 6 several times per year and should be booked in advance. The first session of each block will be an introduction class and an opportunity to try a taster before signing up. A variety of Belly dancing styles and dance techniques are taught at classes along with props, Culture, History and there is usually lots of laughs to be had. Props and coin hip belts are provided for all to use wear and return at no extra cost. Belly dancing can be a great form of low impact cardiovascular exersise with many health and fitness benefits. If practiced hourly you will burn 263 calorie per hour but it is important to do this at least several times per week however ultimately my groups are solely for ladies who wish to learn the art of the dance as a hobby at a leisurely pace. 
 The group is held in a relaxed and welcoming non-competitive Community setting where positivity is highly promoted and friendships are made. Each class is different and there are fun and easy goals to work towards as well as opportunities for those who wish to learn more at Workshops and gain performance opportunities in privates group settings and sometimes for fun within local communities (performance is optional). At certains times of the year there may be a group hafla(belly dance group party) or a artistic\cultural trip at the end of a class block. My groups are female based Women from different backgrounds are welcome.

Number Of Spaces - 
There are upto twenty spaces per venue. 


Medical conditions & Pregnancy - 
Seek medical advice \ permission before taking part in a class and be sure to inform me prior to booking. 

Additional Information - 
All venues are highly sought after, Well kempt to a high standard and follow health and safety legal requirements. With toilets, Changing areas and drinking water. If you prefer to bring you own water please bring a plastic bottle of water.


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                                         Timetable
Yearly Timetable will be available soon. Please check back at a later date

Price - 
£30 (6 week block) 
£5 taster session - try a class and see if you like it! 
£24 Concession
(Over 65, Unemployed,  Students) 
Mother & Daughter (girls 4+) £45 - block of 6 classes

What to wear - 
(Clothing should be fitted and non restricted) 
Long or cropped Leggings, Shorts, Yoga \ Dance\ exersise pants, Jypsy skirt
With.....
Fitted top, Bolero, Cropped top
Or .....
Inexpensive  Egyptian Saaidi dress, Dance wear.
Feet .... Bare foot is perfect for Belly dancing however soft flat belly dance shoes, Jazz pumps or ballet shoes are suitable. 

Strictly Banned From Class .....
*Trainers ( unless special Dance or medically fitted shoes)
*Jeans
*Advertising 
*Disrespect
*Smoking, Alcohol, Drugs
*Abusive behaviour
*Violence


How To Book & Pay
Booking - 
Text or email me your name, Age and group you want to join. If you need more details, Have questions or don't have access to the Internet or a mobile phone feel free to give me a call. I prefer to be contacted by text or email because I am busy most of the time and sometimes can not answer my phone. Texts and emails are usually answered the same day. 



Confirmation  & Cancellation - if there is space I will confirm by text, Email or phone call. Please respect the fact that space is limited and if you book please turn up. If you can't make it please cancel so some one else can benefit from the classes.



Paying- You are welcome to come to class with cash and pay on the day. Receipts are always available.
If you prefer to pay online you can do so by paypal.  ( bank transfer & cheques are accepted)



Refunds
Refund Policy - Full block payments only.
If you book your set of classes and  pay in advance you must cancel within one week before the course start date. Other wise you are welcome share with a friend or to alternate between courses, Classes or blocks throughout the year.  Workshops to redeem your classes. 

Gift Vouchers
Additional £1.50 for post on top of the price

Gift Vouchers Available. £5 taster for one, £10 taster for two, Block of 6 classes £30 (Additional £1.50 postage cost)










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