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Lotus Dance Studio Policy
- Class Card Etiquette
You must present your class card upon entering the studio, if you for any reason, did not bring your class card and you want to take class, you must pay the drop in rate that applies to that class. No exceptions!
***(All Class Cards are valid to the person it was originally purchased for and cannot be transfered to anyone else to use, not even a family member. Class Cards are subject to an EXPIRATION DATE. A Class Card Expires on the date printed on your Card. Additionally, Class Cards purchased for a specific course will expire at the end of that course. A course may be equal to 4 to 8 weeks, or as designed by Instructor, if the instructor does not provide for make up class then there will not be a make up class).
Class Cards cannot be used as payment for Workshops.
We accept Debit Cards, Visa, Master Card, Checks, Money Orders and Cash..
A different Fee Schedule applies for all Workshops and Events.
There is a $25.00 charge for all returned checks.
There are NO REFUNDS, TRANSFERS or EXCHANGES on any Classes, Packages, Events or Workshops purchased, no exceptions.
***Please care for your Class Card. If your card is defaced, altered, damage or destroyed, it will be deemed invalid and not accepted. A new one will have to purchased. Lotus Dance Studio is not responsible for lost or stolen cards. You must present your class card before entering our studio each time, or pay the appropriate drop in rate for that class.
Lotus Unlimited is recommended for dancers taking a minimum of 3 classes per week. This is a huge savings for dancers committed to this art form. Inquire with Administration.
Lotus Dance Studio is not responsible for personal items lost or stolen inside or outside its premises.
- What to wear to class?
Yoga style attire, form fitting, comfortable top that allows the instructor to see your posture. No street shoes are allowed inside the studio. Classes are held barefoot or you can purchase dance shoes that you do not wear outside to take your class. You should bring a water bottle and a towel.
- Registration form
At time of registration please fill out the form properly with the correct information. If there are any injuries past or present, or health issues please advise the studio before registering. Please ask the studio to update your registration form whenever there is a change in information such as phone number, address or any health related issues.
- Refunds, Transfers or Exchanges
There are NO REFUNDS, TRANSFERS or EXCHANGES on any Classes, Packages, Events or Worskshops purchashed. No Exceptions.
- Returned Checks
There is a $25.00 charge for all returned checks.
- Workshop Fees
A different Fee applies for all Workshops and Events.
- Foods and Beverages
NO GUM chewing is acceptable in class!
No foods or flavored beverages are allowed inside the studio. Plain water in a sport bottle with a resealable top is OK. No gum chewing while taking class, this is dangerous. Please discard before entering studio and starting class.
- Do I have to perform
No, but at some point in your bellydance you may want to and Lotus offers you diverse opportunities if you would like to show off your new found "bellyskills".
- What type of Bellydance is Tribal Style
Stylazation offered to Intermediates/Advanced Students.
There is no simple way to describe Tribal Bellydance. So here's the shortest answer.
Tribal Bellydance Style is credited to Jamila Samlimpour. Although it is Carolena Nericcio who created the "Tribal Vocabulary", the "Tribal Aesthetic" and the entire original "Tribal Look" she also popularized the style see www.fcbd.com for more information. In a nutshell, Tribal Style is a fusion of many worlds, set in a format that creates a common language with other dancers, so you are able to dance together, improvising through cues and body language that tell the other performer the moves you're doing next. There is so much more to say on this. Also check out www.blacksheepbellydance.com and www.gypsycaravan.com/us
The look and costuming are more organic and reflective of different worlds, such as the Middle East, India, Morocco and even Flamenco touches evident in the posture.
Gypsy Caravan ~ http://www.gypsycaravan.us/
Fat Chance ~ http://www.fcbd.com/
BlackSheep Bellydance ~ www.blacksheepbellydance.com
Another cool link with lots of explanation on what is TRIBAL ~ http://www.tribal-bellydance.be
Enjoy!
- What is Tribal Fusion
In my own words, you take Tribal Style and modernize it, and you have Tribal Fusion, as in blend it with anything you wish. See www.ultragypsy.com, www.rachelbrice.com & www.urbantribaldance.com
The visions of bellydance have always evolved and changed throughout the ages and it will continue to do so. We can maintain it as pure as it once was, or we can take it as far as our own imaginations allow, as we are only limited by our own creativity.
- Do I need special attire or shoes for Belly Dance
No shoes for Belly Dance
Wear strecthy form fitting clothes that we can see and check your torso for proper posture
Absolutely no shorts or extra revealing attire in class.
please leave your pretty belly dance costumes at home and wear them to our parties
- Do I have to purchase a hipsash for Belly Dance
No. But it helps to see the balance lines of the hips. We prefer you wear the NON-Coin ones.
We do not like coin sashes in class. But if you want to wear them, please make sure you pick up coins that may drop so you or your near by students won't step on them
- What do I wear for Salsa Classes
Regular street attire
Dance Shoes
- What do I wear for Fitness Classes
Work Out clothes (stretchy form fitting)
Clean Tennis Shoes please.
- YES YOU CAN - Class Etiquette
Please don't say you can't. Not only are you discouraging yourself, but you discourage others as well.
Belly Dance, like many other dance styles is not learned in one or several classes. Your body must first learn and record to muscle memory a series of muscular movements through isolations. This takes time, so be patient with yourself.
In time, you'll be flowing like a pro. This dance journey is different for every woman. Don't come ready dance, come ready to learn. Don't dance to impress, dance to express.
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