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Monique Ryan Dancing since 1998 and armed with a degree in Kinesiology, Monique's passion for movement is more than just a pastime. Taught by some of the art forms greatest stars including Sharon Kihara, Rachel Brice, Mardi Love, Ariellah and Amy Sigil of Unmata, Monique is at the forefront of the Tribal Fusion bellydance movement in Halifax. Recently voted The Coast magazine's BEST DANCER, you can often find her performing independently around the city, with Pink Velvet Burlesque, or with her own Tribal Fusion group, Mahari Tribal. A popular local instructor, Monique is interested in helping to increase the self-esteem of women through dance and fun, creative expression.

Weekly Classes

Class Descriptions: Beginner Bellydance: Feminine and sensual, bellydance is a great workout that is suitable for all ages and body types. Bellydance tones the abdominal muscles, encourages good posture, improves flexibility, and inspires women to find beauty and power within their body. The style of bellydance taught in this class will be tribal fusion bellydance. It is based on Middle Eastern dance, but it often incorporates elements of Indian, hip hop and interpretive dance. Emphasis will be on isolations, movements, and posture at the beginner level. No previous dance experience necessary. There will be a simple choreography taught by the end of the session. Tribal Fusion Bellydance Level 2: The next level after beginner bellydance. Emphasis will be on posture, perfecting and combining movements learned at the beginner level, adding fusion of other dance styles, and increasing flexibility, tone, and strength. There will also be new moves and a new choreography! Bellydance Bootcamp Drills: Be prepared to sweat! This upbeat multi-level bellydance class is for students who already have some bellydance experience. This is a bellydance technique class where movements are drilled to increase muscle memory and make your dancing fluid and snake-like, or sharp and powerful. Fun combinations as well as a great shimmy and layering section each class will ensure that all levels are challenged. Performance Level Bellydance: This class is reserved for students who have been practicing for a number of years. Watch for upcoming performances in 2010. Hula Hoop Fitness: Join this energetic class for a great cardio workout. Hooping is fun, anti-stress and boosts metabolism! Burn 400-600 calories in a one-hour class and learn tricks to keep it fun and interesting. Hula Hoop Level 2: For people who have previously taken hula hoop fitness, or who already have hooping skills. This class involves lots of hoop tricks and moves for experienced hoopers who like to keep learning. Hula Hoop & Bellydance Fitness: A 1.5 hour class of hula hooping, tribal fusion bellydance, conditioning and yoga!! CURRENT SCHEDULE SUNDAY: (Classes start Jan 10th) 12:00-1:00pm HULA HOOP FITNESS Studio In Essence (starts Jan 24th) 2:00-3:00pm HULA HOOP LEVEL 2 Studio In Essence 3:00-5:00pm PERFORMANCE TRIBAL FUSION Studio In Essence *CLASS FULL* 5:00-6:00pm HULA HOOP FITNESS Studio In Essence *CLASS FULL* 6:00-7:00pm BEGINNER TRIBAL FUSION BELLYDANCE Studio In Essence *CLASS 75% FULL* MONDAY: (Classes start Jan 11) 12:00-1:00pm BEGINNER TRIBAL FUSION BELLYDANCE Halifax Dance 1:00- 2:00pm TRIBAL FUSION BELLYDANCE LEVEL 2 Halifax Dance TUESDAY: (Classes start Jan 5) 9:00-10:30am HULA HOOP & BELLYDANCE FITNESS Ready To Rumba (Drop in classes) 7:30-8:30pm TRIBAL FUSION BELLYDANCE LEVEL 2 Halifax Dance WEDNESDAY: (Classes start Jan 6th) 5:30-6:30pm HULA HOOP FITNESS Ready To Rumba (Drop in classes) THURSDAY: (Classes start Jan 7th) 9:00-10:30am HULA HOOP & BELLYDANCE FITNESS Ready To Rumba (Drop in classes) 6:30-7:30pm BEGINNER TRIBAL FUSION BELLYDANCE Halifax Dance 7:30-8:30pm BELLYDANCE BOOTCAMP DRILLS Halifax Dance NEXT SESSION STARTS IN APRIL 2010 For more information contact: monique@cabaretserpentine.com For prices and to register for classes please contact the individual studios. STUDIO IN ESSENCE 405-5500 1717 Barrington St. 2nd floor. Halifax, NS HALIFAX DANCE 422-2006 Maritime Center, 1505 Barrington St. Halifax, NS READY TO RUMBA 444-3129 225 Herring Cove Rd. Halifax, NS Bookings Monique is available for Tribal Fusion Bellydance, Hula Hoop, and Burlesque performance and instruction. To hire Monique, contact her directly at: monique@cabaretserpentine.com