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Hina's hawaiian dance background began at the age of 3 in her native homeland of Hawai'i where she learned hula. At 18 she began performing as a soloist for one of the top Polynesian companies and lu'au shows in Hawai'i (Tihati's Drums of the Pacific at the Hyatt). Now, as an accomplished hula and polynesian dancer, she feels blessed to have had the opportunity to travel and perform all over the world . From Vegas to Japan, Texas to Tonga, and the East Coast of New York (Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade) to the Far East of Egypt, she has shared her native dances in front of royalty, celebrities, and people of all cultures. Today, she still travels often abroad and locally and can be seen performing at everything from restaurants and weddings to theater and feature films. In the past few years she has also enjoyed teaching hula at UCLA, performing on Celebrity Cruises (to Hawai'i, Tahiti, and New Zealand) as well as dancing with several professional groups who's styles range from Polynesian to Bellydance, to Brazilian Samba. Hina exudes passion, grace and love for dance in every style she performs. As a former Hawaiian immersion school teacher, she is fluent in Hawaiian language. Growing up on Maui and also having a BA in Hawaiian studies (minor in Linguistics), she is proud and happy to share her culture and the beauty of hula.

September 2010
	BELLYDANCE: Tuesdays 9:30PM FAHTIEM is back from China and teaching her invigorating bellydance class Tuesdays at 9:30. Mixed Level (Intermediate/Advanced).
PERFORMANCE	taXim LIVE MUSIC & Bellydance Showcase ~~Friday September 3 at Studio Iqaat in nearby Eagle Rock (Los Angeles~~) ********POSTPONED********* PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR DETAILS ******POSTPONED********* LIVE BELLYDANCE MUSIC! with Saffron Parade Arabesque Band** Jenna & Zahra of DanceGarden host this performance showcase with live arabic & turkish music, loads of bellydancing and other special treats in nearby Eagle Rock! Click on taXim for more details!
HOLIDAY CANCELLATIONS LABOR DAY WEEKEND	ALL Saturday classes are ON September 4th except Samba, which is on hiatus(see below) Kamala's Bellydance Choreography Class is ON Sunday September 5th 10am! ALL Monday classes are CANCELLED on September 6th including: Bellydance with Zahra Zuhair and Tribal Fusion with Heather Shoopman
NEW CLASS Kundalini Yoga	Now YOGA in the Mornings! Kundalini Yoga with Jessica Tuesday mornings at 8:30 am & Thursday mornings at 9:30 am Starting September 7, 2010. Kundalini energy is a conscious creative force coiled at the base of the spine in a quantum field known as a chakra. Pulling this reserve energy up into the physical body creates a deep connection to one’s primary purpose and talents in life. The timeless science of Kundalini Yoga gives a core muscular workout using sound vibrations, breath codes, body postures, and hand locks to increase oxygen and circulation in the body, enhancing the joy of any endeavor. Kundalini Yoga gives a core muscular workout which uses sacred mantra sound vibrations, ancient breath codes, body postures, and hand locks, to shift cognitive awareness from mental analysis into visceral experience, enhancing the joy of any endeavor. COOL NEWS! THESE MORNING YOGA CLASSES WILL BE ON A DONATION BASIS - SUGGESTED DONATION $10. Cash only, please, unless you wish to use your DG 10-class card or passport. :)
NEW SESSIONS Hina's hawaiian dance background began at the age of 3 in her native homeland of Hawai'i where she learned hula. At 18 she began performing as a soloist for one of the top Polynesian companies and lu'au shows in Hawai'i (Tihati's Drums of the Pacific at the Hyatt). Now, as an accomplished hula and polynesian dancer, she feels blessed to have had the opportunity to travel and perform all over the world . From Vegas to Japan, Texas to Tonga, and the East Coast of New York (Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade) to the Far East of Egypt, she has shared her native dances in front of royalty, celebrities, and people of all cultures. Today, she still travels often abroad and locally and can be seen performing at everything from restaurants and weddings to theater and feature films. In the past few years she has also enjoyed teaching hula at UCLA, performing on Celebrity Cruises (to Hawai'i, Tahiti, and New Zealand) as well as dancing with several professional groups who's styles range from Polynesian to Bellydance, to Brazilian Samba. Hina exudes passion, grace and love for dance in every style she performs. As a former Hawaiian immersion school teacher, she is fluent in Hawaiian language. Growing up on Maui and also having a BA in Hawaiian studies (minor in Linguistics), she is proud and happy to share her culture and the beauty of hula.	HULA with HINA (a native Hawaiian!) For Kids and Adults 4 Wednesdays: Sept 8- Sept 29 -Hula for Kids at 5:30 Keiki (children age 4-12) are welcome to join this series which will introduce them to the basics of hula. This will include learning footwork, Hawaiian names for moves and implements used, as well as a few fun, age appropriate hula. They will learn to beat the basic ipu rhythm, be introduced to pu¯‘ili (bamboo sticks used for hula), while learning the discipline, art and culture of Hawai‘i in a fun ‘ohana (family) based environment. -Hula Hips (with a touch of Tahitian) at 6:30 pm Adults and teens are welcome to join our beginner hula series where they will learn an entire choreography to a popular hula from beginning to end. We will build on basic footwork every week, then work on a verse of choreography building up to an entire hula. Everything will be covered, from the beat of the ipu, the meaning of the Hawaiian words used, the motions from the tips of the toes to the finger tips as well as head placement. Then we will also spend the last 10-15 mins of class learning some basic Tahitian moves to the fast paced beat of the to‘ere drums--getting a workout as well! Bring your pa‘u (hula skirt), your pareo and your smile:) Aloha and Ia Orana! Register HERE NOTE: Drop-ins are permitted with cash or class cards, but registering for the whole series is strongly recommended -- and saves you some $$! :) ****EARLY BIRD DEADLINE TO SAVE MONEY IS SEPTEMBER 3RD**********
CANCELLATION	Andrea's Brazilian Samba Class CANCELLED through Labor Day Weekend. Samba will be on a short hiatus while Andrea visits the samba homeland, Brasil! She'll be studying samba, samba reggae, and afro-brazilian dance so she'll be coming back with loads of inspiration and great moves! CLASS WILL RESUME SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 11 AT 3:05PM ALL other DanceGardenLA bellydancing classes are happening on Saturday September 4 (Labor Day weekend)! ! See Schedule
NEW CLASS Kundalini Yoga	Nancy's Back! KUNDALINI YOGA with Nancy Every Sunday 4:15 - 5:45 pm, Starting September 12th 2010. The artistic force behind DG's amazing new storefront will be bringing her Kundalini Yoga and meditation classes back to DanceGardenLA! Complete with a mesmerizing and healing gong meditation, Nancy's class (Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan®) is an uplifting, energizing class that, besides generating navel power, toning your arms, and increasing lung capacity for all you Bellydancers out there, uses rhythmic music, exercise, chanting and meditation to make you feel energized, relaxed, and really happy! A great way to wrap up the the weekend and start a new week fresh!
COURSE AMERICAN TRIBAL STYLE BELLYDANCE (ATS)	Beginning ATS with Heather Shoopman: Zills and Drills! 6 Mondays September 13- October 18, 2010. 6:30 - 7:30pm American Tribal Style bellydance is the root of Tribal Fusion. This 6-week course is a great opportunity to nail down your Tribal Style, including finger cymbal work! In Heather's class you will learn basics in both the Fat Chance Bellydance and the Gypsy Caravan formats of American Tribal Style. Movements will be drilled and worked with in formations. Fast moves will be drilled with finger cymbals.We will stage a short performance at the end of each class using what we've learned up until that point. By the end of this 6 week session, you will have a greater understanding of ATS and the 2 formats, be better with your zills, and leadingwon't seem so scary! Drop ins are welcome, however please have some basic knowledge of ATS. 6 sessions for $75 if you register on or before September 3! $80 after that. Email us for information, or register online here to secure your spot! Students may register or drop-in using class cards or paying per class. For registrants, up to 2 missed classes may be made up in either Heathers Monday 8:30, Sherri's Thursday 8:30, or Jenna's Thursday 7:30 classes for up to one month after the the session is over.
PERFORMANCE	taXim LIVE MUSIC & Bellydance Showcase Friday September 17 at Studio Iqaat in nearby Eagle Rock (Los Angeles) A BEVY OF BELLYDANCERS including JENNA FARRAH * VERONIKA* LIVE BELLYDANCE MUSIC! with Saffron Parade Arabesque Band AND SPECIAL INDIAN DANCE/BELLYDANCE FUSION BY SAKU! Jenna & Zahra of DanceGarden host this performance showcase with live arabic & turkish music, loads of bellydancing and other special treats in nearby Eagle Rock! Click on taXim for more details!
SPECIAL WORKSHOP Sakuntala ("Saku") has been performing Bharata Natyam, classical south Indian dance, since 1998. Although she studied ballet, tap, and jazz as a child, she longed to learn Bharata Natyam one day, but this desire was put on hold for studies and college. She enrolled in Balinese dance classes while attending California Institute of the Arts to mix up her hectic music degree curriculum, which sparked an interest again in finding Bharata Natyam classes. She found instruction, and shortly thereafter, started performing. Since then Saku has performed around the USA and in India. She was awarded a grant by the Calarts Diversity Committee to build and perform her multi-media work, "In the Realm of Mahisha", which consisted of North and East Indian music, electronics, Bharata Natyam, modern dance, and classical percussion performance, all in a twisted setting of an ancient Indian palace. In 2006, she pushed boundaries in her Masters thesis recital, "Eastern Structures, Western Sounds", in which she transcribed the traditional Karnatic music of the dance and orchestrated it for percussion ensemble, processed vocals, and electronics, then appeared on stage as both the dancer and the composer/arranger. She continues her adventures in the arts and in all things related, including bellydance and yoga, for which she recently received her teaching certification in India.	South Indian Classical Dance and Yoga for Bellydancers with Sakuntala Sunday September 19, 1:30-3:30pm Come, all ye fusionistas, learn the pure form from which our contemporary dance comes!! The classical art of Bharata Natyam is a precise movement form that orchestrates rhythmic feet, elegant arms ending in magical mudras, and varied facial expressions to tell the stories of Indian legends. Saku has studied Bharata Natyam for over 10 years and has also been certified as a yoga instructor in India. She is now ready to share her tips with you. This workshop will cover: * positioning and postures * beautiful dance mudras (hand positions) * eye and neck movements * classical dance gestures * challenging layering in the South Indian style * breath and body work to conquer stage nerves * yoga asanas for bellydancers to develop flexibility and strength necessary for clean and confident execution of dance movements without strain Wear comfortable and form-fitting clothes so that your lines and feet can be seen and corrected (preferably leggings or fitted capri length pants). Bring water and a healthy snack. Water & energy bars available for purchase as well. $35 if you register on or before September 13! $45 after that. Register Now!
BELLYDANCE WORKSHOP	Classic Bellydance Choreography with NASILA! Sunday September 26; 1:30 - 4pm Chances are, you've drooled over Nasila's delicious choreographies before, now is your chance to learn one of hers to the beloved song Mishaal/El Mashaal ("The Torch," as played by the Sami Nossair Orchestra on the popular CD entitled "10 Songs Every Belly Dancer Should Know"), a timeless musical composition that makes a spectacular entrance piece for a bellydance show, or stands alone as a dynamic solo. Her contemporary choreography to this classic features traditional Egyptian belly dance with a modern twist, and includes sassy new combinations and accent patterns you can incorporate into your own works as well. Please bring a veil if you have one, some will be available for loan and purchase. CD is available for sale at the studio. The workshop is open to all levels, but solid knowledge of bellydance basics is highly recommended (not recommended for new beginners). $32 if you register on or before September 13! $40 after that. Register Now
October 2010
COURSE INTRO TO BELLYDANCE!	LEARN TO BELLYDANCE! Intro to Bellydance with Zahra 6 Mondays October 25 - November 29 2010. 6:15 - 7:15pm. Learn the basics of bellydance from master teacher, Zahra Zuhair, in this 6-week course that will take you through everything you need to know to start on your path to bellydancing! 6 sessions for $75 if you register by October 18! $80 after that. Email us for information, or register online here to secure your spot! Registration is required for the Intro to Bellydance course. No drop-in students. Up to 2 missed classes may be made up in either the Jenna's Thursday 7:30 or Saturday 10 am, or Zahra's Monday 7:30 classes for up to one month after the the session is over.
November 2010
PERFORMANCE	taXim LIVE MUSIC & Bellydance Showcase Friday November 5 at Studio Iqaat in nearby Eagle Rock (Los Angeles) Jenna & Zahra of DanceGarden host this performance showcase with live arabic & turkish music, loads of bellydancing and other special treats in nearby Eagle Rock! Click on taXim for more details!
December 2010
PARTY!	Winter FIESTA! Our Annual Holiday Potluck BASH and Student/Teacher Recital! Sunday December 19 Doors at 3pm, Show at 4pm DJ Sets by Petrol Bomb Samosa Raffles for FREE CLASSES! Best part? It's FREE! Please bring a dish or beverage to share! :) Check your inbox soon for the eVite so you know what to bring- and if you didn't get the eVite, drop jenna@beyondbellydance.com a line, and we'll add you to our mailing list.
HOLIDAY CLOSURE	Winter Break DanceGarden will close from Monday December 20 2010 through Sunday January 2nd 2011. We will re-open Monday January 3rd, 2011.