Archive for January, 2011

Published by Janna Beaufait on 27 Jan 2011

William & Mary Beledi Club Classes start this Sunday!

WHEN: January 31, 2011
WHERE: Chesapeake B–Sadler Center W&M Campus
COST: Classes are $50 for 8 weeks each level

1pm–BEGINNER BELLY DANCE–No experience required.
2pm–INTERMEDIATE BELLY DANCE-Veil Class–must have completed Beginner Belly Dance.
3pm–GYPSY or FUSION –Topic of this class will be voted by those attending on so if you have a preference as to which style of fusion belly dance you would like to take, this is open to anyone who has had my basic class, please email or call me to let me know.
4pm–ADVANCED BELLY DANCE–Must have completed both Veil and Zill of the Intermediate level to attend. This session will focus on a Zill choreography so bring your Zills ladies!
5pm–URBAN TRIBAL–Must have completed basic Belly Dance. This is taught at the Intermediate level

The Beledi Club is proud to celebrate its 10th year of bringing quality and professional instruction in the Art of Belly Dance to the campus. No previous dance experience required. Belly dance is fun, easy to learn, and a great workout. Wear comfortable, work out style clothes to class, no jeans or street clothes, and soft soled shoes or bare feet. All ages, sizes, and genders are welcome.

Published by Janna Beaufait on 24 Jan 2011

Bra & Belt Workshop

With the Halfa fast approaching, its time to start working on those cool new costumes. But where do you start? Like with all great clothing — with a good foundation! This class is open to ALL levels and anyone who helps you sew!  So if your Mom, Auntie, best friend, sister or brother help you put together your dance costumes, this class would be great for them, too!

BRA and BELT WORKSHOP
Monday, January 31-February 21 6-7pm
Cost: $40 for all four weeks $15 drop in for one class

For the class you will need these materials:
1. A sturdy, good fitting, foam bra or two with underwires.
2. 1/2-3/4 yard of cover fabric, sparkly or sequined is best. For the Cohli style bra, 3 yards of 1/2-3/4″ matching grograin ribbon (call me for fabric suggestions)
3. Old pair of jeans
4. Pins, scissors, matching thread to cover fabric, basic sewing materials.
5. Assorted decorative materials: sequins, old necklaces and earrings, trim, etc.
6. For Tribal Triangle Belt: 1/2 yrd of heavy broadcloth, yarn in as many colors as you want your tassels, embroidery floss. (more details of decoration options to be discussed in class)

Jan. 31–Making a good fitting dance bra with full sides
Feb. 7–Making a choli style bra for ATS and Urban Tribal.
Feb. 14–The basic “hard” belt
Feb. 21–Tribal Triangle Tie on Belt for ATS and Urban Tribal
Contact Janna at:  757-871-7594 or register here on the website.  Registration is limited due to the hands on nature of this class so register early to insure a spot in classes.   Janna’s comprehensive “Belly Dance Costumes 101″ booklet will be available for purchase as well and covers most all other aspect of dance costuming including skirts, harem pants, and cover ups.

Published by Janna Beaufait on 21 Jan 2011

Dance Night at Luigies Sunday, Jan. 23 6-8pm

We are a go with our dedicated dancers for Luigies this Sunday! I hope you can make it out to support the dancers and enjoy an evening of great atmosphere and company. See you Sunday.

Published by Janna Beaufait on 16 Jan 2011

Luigies Dance Night Postponed

We will be back at Luigies next Sunday, Jan. 23 from 6-8pm due to a bout with the nasty “it” going around at Janna’s. Join us then for great food and dancing!

Published by Janna Beaufait on 12 Jan 2011

CLASSES START THIS WEEK!

Don’t let the snow and ice this week keep you from classes next week! All short and long courses are still open until the second week. See you then!

Published by Janna Beaufait on 08 Jan 2011

Open House Today!

Join us today for a great day of dance demonstrations and performances. See you there!

Classes start tomorrow!

Published by Janna Beaufait on 05 Jan 2011

Janna’s “Economic Stimulus” Plan at Open House!

Tell all your friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors! Let everyone know through your Facebook, Twitter, or just shout it out on a street corner! Help Janna’s get out the word about our Open House special!

Janna’s is offering their own version of an economic stimulus plan to get you into one of the most fun, exciting, and rewarding forms of exercise to help you with your New Years resolutions: DANCE!

Where we were asking $5 fee for the teaser classes, Janna’s wants to get you into dance by offering a $5 discount if you take the teaser class and preregister for the full class beginning the week of Jan.9-15 at the Open House!

Dancers planning on performing at the Open House remember we have a rehearsal this Thursday, Jan. 6 from 7-9pm.

Take a look at the wonderful line up we have planned:
10:30am–Doors Open
11:00am–Mother & Daughter Belly Dance (with Tish)
12:00pm–Tribal Fusion Belly Dance (with Mariellynn)
1:00pm–Beginner Cabaret Belly Dance (with Janna)
2:00pm–American Tribal Style Belly Dance (with Lisi)
3:00pm–Hula & Tahitian (with Lehua)
4:00pm–Yoga (with Piary)

FULL CLASSES BEGIN AGAIN ON JANUARY 9!
See you there!

Published by Janna Beaufait on 01 Jan 2011

OPEN HOUSE and SPRING CLASS SCHEDULE

Hello Everyone and Happy New Year! I hope you join us for the New Year and dancing at Janna’s. The next two weeks promise to be full of dance and excitement as we re open after the holiday break. Join us for our:

***OPEN HOUSE***
January 8 10:30-5pm

This year our Open House Jan. 8, 2011, we will be offering 30 minute teaser classes throughout the day of the different styles of dance offered at Janna’s followed by students and company members in dance demonstrations. Each test class is only $5 and cost of the test class can be applied to your full registration. This is a fantastic opportunity for those friends and family who have been saying that they want to take a class to sample the many styles we offer at Janna’s. We will also have Jeannie Smith, certified massage giving massages during the day.

Take a look at the wonderful line up we have planned:
10:30am–Doors Open
11:00am–Mother & Daughter Belly Dance (with Tish)
12:00pm–Tribal Fusion Belly Dance (with Mariellynn)
1:00pm–Beginner Cabaret Belly Dance (with Janna)
2:00pm–American Tribal Style Belly Dance (with Lisi)
3:00pm–Hula & Tahitian (with Lehua)
4:00pm–Yoga (with Piary)
CLASSES BEGIN AGAIN ON JANUARY 9!

SPRING SCHEDULE JANUARY 9-15, 2011

SUNDAY, JAN. 9
5pm SALSA 4 weeks for $40
6pm BALLROOM MINI featuring the “Rumba” 4 weeks for $40

MONDAY, JAN.10
6pm INT. SHORT COURSE $60 for 6 weeks
7pm INT. VEIL LONG COURSE
8pm GYPSY LONG COURSE
9pm EAST WEST ATS COMPANY REHEARSAL

TUESDAY, JAN. 11
6pm AMERICAN TRIBAL STYLE (ATS) LEVEL I–SLOW MOVES $48 for 6 weeks
7pm INT. ZILL LONG COURSE
8pm ADVANCED CLASS
9pm B.A.S.T. COMPANY REHEARSAL

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 12
6pm ***NEW*** URBAN TRIBAL BASICS CLASS–Open to all levels!! $48 for 6 weeks
7pm AMERICAN TRIBAL STYLE (ATS) LONG COURSE
8pm URBAN TRIBAL LONG COURSE
9pm ***NEW*** STRETCH & TONE FOR DANCE & HEALTH $48 for 6 weeks

THURSDAY, JAN. 13

5pm YOGA FOR STRESS RELIEF $48 for 6 weeks
6pm BEGINNER BELLY DANCE $48 for 6 weeks
7pm BELEDI BREEZE FOLKLORIC COMPANY
8pm DESERT BREEZE STUDENT DANCE COMPANY
9pm DESERT WIND DANCE COMPANY REHEARSAL

FRIDAY, JAN. 14
5:30pm BABY HULA for ages 3-5 $40 for 6 1/2 classes
6pm HULA I $48 for 6 weeks
7pm HULA II $60 for 6 weeks

SATURDAY, JAN. 15
10am MOTHER & DAUGHTER BELLY DANCE
11am BEGINNER BELLY DANCE