Transformation and Healing:
Dance, Movement, Music, Meditation, Angels, & Awareness
Shamsi: Transformation and Healing through Dance, Movement, Music, Awareness & Angels
LA
ph: 225.229.3755
shamsi
Bellydance
Instruction & Performance
Bellydance
Shamsi's personal style of bellydance is a fusion developed over years of training in classical Egyptian and Turkish Raqs Sharki, Turkish Romani, Persian, Algerian, and Tunisian dance styles in addition to the classical East Indian form of Bharatanataym and Tai Chi.
Beginner bellydancers receive detailed instruction in a series of foundation or "core" bellydance movements that are applicable to most styles of bellydance. In addition, a heavy emphasis is placed on posture, body awareness, weight changes, and weight distribution and basic rhythms common to bellydance.
Intermediate and advanced level students receive further technical instruction typically refining and defining movements based on culture and region. Emphasis at this level is on refining basic techniques, learning more complex variations and movements, layering of movements, playing Zils (finger cymbals), working with props, and choreographing.
Shamsi is not currently offering bellydance except through workshops (please see offerings below), private and semi-private instruction. Please email shamsi@shamsdiances.com for more information.
Baton Rouge Bellydancers looking for weekly classes:
http://sites.google.com/site/batonrougebellydance/
batonrougebellydance@gmail.com
Shamsi's Anatomy of Bellydance 3 hour session with Northshore bellydance in Mandeville, LA
PART 1 - Arms and Hands - Exploration of fluid, strong movement from the arms and expressive, supple, fluidity from the hands. Shamsi will lead you through exercises, tips and techniques for strengthening, awareness and practical application for enhancing arm and hand work in dance.
PART 2 - Torso and Feet - What have your torso and feet got to do with one another? Find out in this second section of Anatomy of Bellydance with Shamsi. Learn how the torso and feet interact, enhance and combine to give you the best possible dance foundation and food for thought as you grow your own dance. Class time will focus on awareness, subtle technique and understanding how our different parts of our bodies work synergistically in our previously unconscious movements.
** 3 HOUR INTENSIVE ALL FOR ONLY $50!!
***ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE $15 DISCOUNT ON SHAMSI'S DANCEMEDITATION WORKSHOP TO BE HELD ON JUNE 13TH!!
*Classes will be held at Jazzercise Fitness Center in Mandeville, LA.1970 Surgi Dr. Mandeville, LA 70448
For more information about the class, email shamsi@shamsidances.com or for more information about the studio space, email amandamonjure@gmail.com
~Snacks and refreshments provided by Northshore Belly Dance~
INFO:
Amanda Monjure
amandamonjure@gmail.com
985-869-1511- $50.00
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Bellydance Performance - Solo
Shamsi is available to add a little flare to your next event. Performance length and music are negotiable at the time of booking. With an elegant and classical style, Shamsi will work with you to truly make your next celebration an event to remember.- "Bellygrams"
- Birthdays
- Weddings
- Private Parties
- Festivals
- Baby Showers
- Bridal Showers
- Celebrations in general
*Pricing is subject to distance / driving time and length of performance desired.
- $150.00
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Bellydance Performance with Live Music
Add even MORE pizzazz to your next event by hiring Shamsi to dance, accompanied by her musical partner, Shelly Plaisance. Shamsi & Shelly have regularly stunned and fascinated audiences with their fiery performances, a truly classical entertainment package.
- "Bellygrams"
- Birthdays
- Weddings
- Private Parties
- Festivals
- Baby Showers
- Bridal Showers
- Celebrations in general
*Pricing is subject to distance / driving time and length of performance desired.
- $300.00
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Private Bellydance Instruction
This is a one hour private session. Sessions are personalized based on the individual's needs or desires with regard to bellydance. Please bring writing materials. DVD's of the session may be requested for a small additional charge.
Use the Schedule Now button to create an appointment. Appointments will be confirmed after payment via PayPal.
- $75.00
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3 Private Bellydance Instruction Sessions
Three, one-hour private sessions.
The first session will involve a brief but thorough assessment of the individual's current skills, while the subsequent classes will be based on the individual's needs/desires and the initial assessment.
Please bring writing materials.
DVD's of the session may be requested for a small additional charge.
- $168.75
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Private Coaching Session
Coaching provides guidance and support to an individual already on a dance path. Those benefitting from this service include students, teachers, professional and performing dancers.
Shamsi provides an assessment of the individual's current abilities and situation, assisting in the goal-making process for further growth. Applicable exercises, drills, and recommended resources are shared as necessary.
Sessions are two hours and include video assessment as well as two series of follow-up correspondence via email or phone.
Use the Schedule Now button to create an appointment. Appointments will be confirmed after payment via PayPal.
- $175.00
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Semi-Private Bellydance Instruction
Semi-private instruction in bellydance, dancemediation or percussion is available with at least three-weeks notice.Semi-private instruction is available for:
- parties
- club meetings
- festivals
- special events
Rates are based on the number of students, length of instruction time requested, and distance to venue. Minimums of 2 hours and 3 students.
Please contact us to schedule a session or for more information.
Shamsi's Workshops
These workshops can be modified based on a group's or community's needs.
Please click on a topic to provide more information.- Zils for Everyone (2-3 hours)
- Zils for Almost Everyone (2-3 hours)
- Zils from the Body (2-4 hours)
- The Dynamic Dancer (2-3 hours)
- The Veil is My Friend (2-3 hours)
- The Dancer Musician (2-4 hours)
- Turkish Improvisation Technique (2-4 hours)
- Dancemeditation (2 hours - 2, 5 hour days)
- Dynamic Spins & Turns(2-4 hours)
What her students have to say:
"Turns bellydancing inside out as she gets to the core and the heart of it all! Teaches the real art of belly dancing!"
~Kelly Fairburn
"As a teacher I find Shamsi very inspiring and easy to understand and follow. Her explanations and patience have never failed to help me understand and perform better. As a performer, which I have not seen a great deal of, I still find that Shamsi moves with excellent poise and grace, all the while emanating a serene calm. But I can always tell she's having fun."
~Jeanette
As a former ballet dancer, bellydancing was a huge leap for me. Shamsi's passion and expertise opened up this new world of dance for me. She has a way of explaining movements through visualization that is almost immediately effective and pretty damn funny, too.
~Brandi Little
"Shamsi has helped to shape the music and dance experience in the gulf coast area. Through the combination of multiple influences she provides lessons in an effective and enlightening manner that allows one to grow through the power of movement. Her unique talents are always present on stage and provide a captivating experience."
~K.G.
"Shamsi is one of the most dynamic and professional artists I have had the pleasure of working with. As a performer she is a great entertainer who is delightful and engaging for the audience. As an instructor she is always paitent, positive and throuogh with her students. Not only does she encourage you to learn, but also strives for you to understand and become a knowledgable dancer!"
~Gretchen Bosso (Professional Bellydancer)
"I have known Shamsi for nearly 10 years, both as a fellow belly dancer, and then, by choice, by becoming her student. I had been dancing already for about 2 years under a different instructor, however, the more I was able to watch Shamsi grow as a dancer, I found myself being more and more inspired to learn to dance from her. So I made the decision to ask her if she would be my teacher, and thankfully, she obliged. She is an amazing, graceful, powerful dancer who understands the way her body moves so well that it enables her to teach her students in a way that is comfortable and makes sense. She knows her students well and monitors their progression carefully so that they are able to reach their full potential as dancers. In addition to all of these things, she has a lust for life and dancing that is contageous, which makes being around her a pleasure. I'm very lucky to have her as my teacher and friend."
~Erin Richard
"Shamsi's ability to teach a move or technique in many different ways makes her a very effective teacher for all levels and ages. The supportive and encouraging environment of the studio fostered by all of the teachers and upheld by the students makes class time a wonderful part of the day.
Shamsi: Transformation and Healing through Dance, Movement, Music, Awareness & Angels
LA
ph: 225.229.3755
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