“I started bellydancing when I turned 60. I hated my stomach, the way it looked, although I did a lot of exercise and was in good shape.  Bellydance saved my self-esteem as I learned to love my body and what it could do!  Keeping and expanding the range of motion in my spine and pelvis helped me to be a more supple body in motion in general, and it’s not just a fitness class- it’s also an Art form. Add to that the wonderful women in the class, and I was hooked.  Elsanne’s classes are safe and fun, and she is dedicated to this full time, travelling the world teaching and continuing to learn. If half the women in San Miguel had any idea what a resource she is, her classes would be full to bursting every session.”

This class will start from the ABC of bellydance movement, which is a low impact dance form inspired from traditional Raqs Sharqi of Egypt (bellydance) as well as Indian dance and Flamenco arms and hands, and including Turkish footwork and other folkloric dances.

With precise explanation, we’ll learn round, soft movements for the pelvis and spine, and percussive movements like shimmies.  Additionally, we’ll learn to articulate each part of the body and learning command control of muscle groups that are subtle, and often overlooked in fitness classes.

Come dressed in basic yoga type clothing, with a wrap or scarf for the hips.  If you don’t have one that is fine, just come!  The dance is barefoot or with socks or ballet type shoes.

Any questions or to reserve your spot, don’t hesitate to contact me.  Elsanne, 415 109 4982