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In-Studio Class Schedule
Serpentine Studios is now operating both online and as a free-floating studio. Please be sure to check the location of your class!
We are currently offering the majority of our classes at Synergy PhysioPilates in Halifax: 2742 Robie Street.
Please use the back door, accessed via the right side of the building, or come around behind the building off St. Albans St.
Monday classes are being offered at Studio 26 in Dartmouth: 73 Tacoma Dr (Suite B4), right across the street from the Sobeys.
Please CLICK HERE for information on our COVID-19 Protocols.
Upcoming Weekly Schedule
All classes are 50 mins, and run for 7 weeks – 1 class per week.
ALL MONDAY CLASSES WILL BE AT STUDIO 26 in DARTMOUTH: 73 Tacoma Dr Suite B4, Dartmouth, NS B2W 3Y6
Mondays Starting April 5th 2021
6:30pm: Classic Bellydance: Technique & Combos (3+)
with Laura Selenzi
This class is for dancers who want to stay sharp and delve deeper into their bellydance technique. Students will (re)discover classic Egyptian and “American Cabaret” technique, elements of folkloric dance, learn challenging movements and beautiful combinations, and explore this beautiful dance.
SIGN UP!
7:30pm: Beginner Bellydance (1)
with Laura Selenzi
For total beginners, this class will teach you foundation technique, movements and isolations as well as posture, poise and stylistic clarifications. We will learn the basic movements of bellydance while having fun and discovering muscles you never knew you had! No previous dance experience necessary.
SIGN UP!
ALL OTHER CLASSES WILL BE AT SYNERGY IN HALIFAX:
2742 Robie Street, inside the Synergy PhysioPilates Studio.
Please use the back door, accessed via the right side of the building, or come around behind the building off St. Albans St.
WEDNESDAYS Starting April 7th 2021
7:30pm: Fusion Bellydance Combos (3+)
with Monique Ryan
This class is about having fun and feeling good while dancing to a wide variety of music that is not traditionally used for bellydance. Warm up will include bellydance drills and shimmy layering. Combos will range from soft and dreamy to powerful and badass. Level 3+
SIGN UP!
Fridays Starting April 9th 2021
5:30pm: Slinky Floorwork Combos – Clare
with Clare Critchley
Get slinky, snakey and sensual with movements from bellydance and other dance styles. We’ll be working on honing our slinky floor work skills with a blend of dancing while standing and transitioning to and from the floor – knee pads highly recommended!
SIGN UP!
6:30pm: Sassy Fusion Bellydance Combos (2+)
with Laura Selenzi
Get ready to have some fun and break a sweat in this bellydance/burlesque fusion class! Improve your dance skills to fun songs from hip hop, R&B, pop, trap, and more! Open to all levels.
SIGN UP!
7:30pm: Bellydance Combos (2+)
with Tina Gayle
Release, loosen joints, and get your circulation flowing with Tina’s gentle movement breakdown. We’ll put all the movements together in a beautiful combo. This class is for dancers who have completed the beginner level, but are still new to bellydance (or looking for a refresher)!
Saturdays Starting April 10th 2021
Time TBA: Burlesque
with Kay Licious
Exact Time and Description coming soon
SIGN UP *coming soon*
Sundays Starting April 11th 2021
12:00pm Beginner Bellydance (1)
with Monique Ryan
For total beginners, this class will teach you foundation technique, movements and isolations as well as posture, poise and stylistic clarifications. We will learn the basic movements of bellydance while having fun and discovering muscles you never knew you had! No previous dance experience necessary.
SIGN UP!
1:00pm Barre Bootcamp
with Monique Ryan
Feel like a dancer while you work out! This class is a combination of traditional ballet training and Pilates-style mat exercises that will target the legs, butt, arms, and abs all without any cardio or jumping. Improve your balance, posture, and flexibility with a workout that leaves you feeling longer, stronger and more graceful. All fitness levels welcome.
SIGN UP!
2:30pm Pilates Essential Mat
with Tina Gayle
Join this introductory Pilates class to get your breath and circulation moving, stimulate your spine and muscles, and leave feeling positive. Tina feels that Pilates is the perfect conditioning for any dancer, and especially bellydancers. All fitness levels welcome.
SIGN UP!
Current Weekly Schedule
FRIDAYS Starting February 5th 2021
All classes run for 7 weeks – 1 class per week.
5:30pm: Slinky Combos
with Clare Critchley
Get slinky, snakey and sensual with movements from bellydance and other dance styles. We’ll be working on honing our slinky floor work skills with a blend of dancing while standing and transitioning to and from the floor – knee pads highly recommended! SOLD OUT
7:30pm Bellydance 1
with Tina Gayle
For total beginners, this class will teach you foundation technique, movements and isolations as well as posture, poise and stylistic clarifications. We will learn the basic movements of bellydance while having fun and discovering muscles you never knew you had! No previous dance experience necessary. SOLD OUT
Classes begin April 5th 2021
Laura Selenzi
Mondays 6:30pm: Classic Bellydance: Technique & Combos (3+)
with Laura Selenzi *IN DARTMOUTH*
This class is for dancers who want to stay sharp and delve deeper into their bellydance technique. Students will (re)discover classic Egyptian and “American Cabaret” technique, elements of folkloric dance, learn challenging movements and beautiful combinations, and explore this beautiful dance. SIGN UP!
Mondays 7:30pm: Beginner Bellydance (1)
with Laura Selenzi *IN DARTMOUTH*
For total beginners, this class will teach you foundation technique, movements and isolations as well as posture, poise and stylistic clarifications. We will learn the basic movements of bellydance while having fun and discovering muscles you never knew you had! No previous dance experience necessary. SIGN UP!
Fridays 6:30pm: Sassy Fusion Bellydance Combos (2+)
with Laura Selenzi
Get ready to have some fun and break a sweat in this bellydance/burlesque fusion class! Improve your dance skills to fun songs from hip hop, R&B, pop, trap, and more! Open to all levels.SIGN UP!
Monique Ryan
Wednesdays 7:30pm: Fusion Bellydance Combos (3+)
with Monique Ryan
This class is about having fun and feeling good while dancing to a wide variety of music that is not traditionally used for bellydance. Warm up will include bellydance drills and shimmy layering. Combos will range from soft and dreamy to powerful and badass. Level 3+ SIGN UP!
Sundays 12:00pm Beginner Bellydance (1)
with Monique Ryan
For total beginners, this class will teach you foundation technique, movements and isolations as well as posture, poise and stylistic clarifications. We will learn the basic movements of bellydance while having fun and discovering muscles you never knew you had! No previous dance experience necessary. SIGN UP!
Sundays 1:00pm Barre Bootcamp
with Monique Ryan
Feel like a dancer while you work out! This class is a combination of traditional ballet training and Pilates-style mat exercises that will target the legs, butt, arms, and abs all without any cardio or jumping. Improve your balance, posture, and flexibility with a workout that leaves you feeling longer, stronger and more graceful. All fitness levels welcome. SIGN UP!
Clare Critchley
Fridays 5:30pm: Slinky Floorwork Combos
with Clare Critchley Get slinky, snakey and sensual with movements from bellydance and other dance styles. We’ll be working on honing our slinky floor work skills with a blend of dancing while standing and transitioning to and from the floor – knee pads highly recommended! SIGN UP!
Tina Gayle
Fridays 7:30pm: Bellydance Combos (2+)
with Tina Gayle
Release, loosen joints, and get your circulation flowing with Tina’s gentle movement breakdown. We’ll put all the movements together in a beautiful combo. This class is for dancers who have completed the beginner level, but are still new to bellydance (or looking for a refresher)! SIGN UP!
Sundays 2:30pm: Pilates Essential Mat
with Tina Gayle
Join this introductory Pilates class to get your breath and circulation moving, stimulate your spine and muscles, and leave feeling positive. Tina feels that Pilates is the perfect conditioning for any dancer, and especially bellydancers. All fitness levels welcome. SIGN UP!
Kay Licious
Saturdays, Time TBA: Burlesque
with Kay Licious
Exact Time and Description coming soon! SIGN UP *coming soon*
Instructors currently offering classes online only:
Elinor Crosby
Vanessa Furlong
Kim Thomas
Emma Gabriel
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Online Classes
7-class series – 8 weeks of access
Check out our growing library of pre-recorded, on-demand classes presented by our fabulous local instructors.
After registration, you will have access to your class(es) for 60 days so you can complete them at your own pace.
SASSY FUSION COMBOS with Laura Selenzi (Series 1)
Get ready to have some fun and break a sweat in this bellydance/burlesque fusion class! Improve your dance skills to fun songs from hip hop, R&B, pop, trap, and more! Open to all levels including total newbies.
Bellydance Basics: Combos with Tina Afsana
Release, loosen joints, and get your circulation flowing with Tina’s gentle movement breakdown. We’ll put all the movements together in a little drill or combo. This class is for new dancers or for those who are simply interested in safe movement, but not so interested in lots of spinning and difficult choreography. Filmed Winter 2020.
SLINKY FLOORWORK COMBOS (Series 2) with Clare Critchley
Series 2 – filmed Winter 2021 Get slinky, snakey and sensual with movements from bellydance and other dance styles. We’ll be working on honing our slinky floor work skills with a blend of dancing while standing and transitioning to and from the floor – knee pads highly recommended!
STRETCH, ROLL & RELAX with Monique Ryan
Learn how ball and foam rolling can help you gain flexibility in a healthy, safe way. Engage in different types of stretching and breathing techniques to quiet the mind and release tension. Great for those that are looking for an alternative to repetitive yoga classes or are simply looking for a good self-care exercise!
BEGINNER BELLYDANCE with Elinor Crosby
For total beginners, this class will teach you foundation technique, movements and isolations as well as posture, poise and stylistic clarifications. We will learn the basic movements of bellydance while having fun and discovering muscles you never knew you had! No previous dance experience necessary.
Burlesque Basics & Bits with Kay Licious
Explore burlesque with Kay Licious. Learn how to shimmy & shake, bump & grind, and take it off with style! Teasing peels, tantalizing moves, and sassy attitude will all be covered, so that you can get un-covered. Each class will focus on a particular move or peel, starting from the ground up, developing and drilling them. We will also learn some fun combos. No experience or dance background necessary.
SLINKY FLOORWORK COMBOS with Clare Critchley
Get slinky, snakey and sensual with movements from bellydance and other dance styles. We’ll be working on honing our slinky floor work skills with a blend of dancing while standing and transitioning to and from the floor – knee pads highly recommended!
Bellydance Drills Mixer: Classic and Fusion Drills (2+) with Tina Afsana
Practice your technique in both classic bellydance as well as fusion. To mix things up we’ll alternate styles weekly. Drills help us focus our attention on connecting our mind with our movements. Practice your skills, keep your technique sharp and your brain working.
STRETCH & DE-STRESS with Monique Ryan
Lengthen, strengthen and stretch your muscles to their full potential. Great for those that are looking for an alternative to repetitive yoga classes! Gain flexibility in a healthy and safe way with techniques used in dance, circus and yoga. such as self massage and breathing exercises. It will be useful (but not necessary) to have a massage ball and yoag strap (or belt).
HULA HOOP 2 with Monique Ryan
For students who have completed Hoop 1 and have a solid grasp of all the tricks from this level. New, challenging moves will be introduced (such as working on transitions from on body to off body) while strengthening technique from previous levels.
HULA HOOP 1 with Monique Ryan
For total beginners or those with a little hooping experience. Get a great cardio workout while learning some easy tricks, such as hooping on the waist, arms, knees, chest, isolations, and more!
BARRE FITNESS with Monique Ryan
Create long lean muscles with this dynamic mix of traditional ballet training and modern exercises. Be prepared to tone your muscles, improve balance & posture, and increase your flexibility in this chair-barre and yoga mat workout. Suitable for all fitness levels.
BODY BLITZ BOOTCAMP with Monique Ryan (Series 1)
This fun class includes a short cardio blast, followed by Pilates-style floor exercises designed for targeting the abs, legs, butt, and arms. All levels are welcome as most exercises have a beginner, intermediate and advanced variation.
BEGINNER BELLYDANCE with Laura Selenzi
For total beginners, this class will teach you foundation technique, movements and isolations as well as posture, poise and stylistic clarifications. We will learn the basic movements of bellydance while having fun and discovering muscles you never knew you had! No previous dance experience necessary.
“Nebtiti” Bellydance Choreography (Level 3+) with Laura Selenzi
Learn a beautiful classic Egyptian Raqs Sharqi choreography – appropriate for Level 3 dancers and up. This piece focuses on traveling undulations, shimmies, layering and technical nuance.
ACRO STRONG with Vanessa
Strengthen the muscles needed for mobility and control in Acro movements. Suitable for ANYONE looking to gain core strength, shoulder and arm endurance for holds, leg and ankle stability and back gains! No equipment required.
BEGINNER BELLYDANCE CHOREOGRAPHY Habibi Dah
In this class we will learn a choreography using Beginner (Level 1) movements as well as new challenging variations, putting it all together to strengthen our transitions, musicality, and nuance.
SASSY FUSION COMBOS with Laura Selenzi (Series 1)
Get ready to have some fun and break a sweat in this bellydance/burlesque fusion class! Improve your dance skills to fun songs from hip hop, R&B, pop, trap, and more! Open to all levels including total newbies.
Bellydance Basics: Combos with Tina Afsana
Release, loosen joints, and get your circulation flowing with Tina’s gentle movement breakdown. We’ll put all the movements together in a little drill or combo. This class is for new dancers or for those who are simply interested in safe movement, but not so interested in lots of spinning and difficult choreography. Filmed Winter 2020.
BEGINNER BELLYDANCE with Elinor Crosby
For total beginners, this class will teach you foundation technique, movements and isolations as well as posture, poise and stylistic clarifications. We will learn the basic movements of bellydance while having fun and discovering muscles you never knew you had! No previous dance experience necessary.
Bellydance Drills Mixer: Classic and Fusion Drills (2+) with Tina Afsana
Practice your technique in both classic bellydance as well as fusion. To mix things up we’ll alternate styles weekly. Drills help us focus our attention on connecting our mind with our movements. Practice your skills, keep your technique sharp and your brain working.
BEGINNER BELLYDANCE with Laura Selenzi
For total beginners, this class will teach you foundation technique, movements and isolations as well as posture, poise and stylistic clarifications. We will learn the basic movements of bellydance while having fun and discovering muscles you never knew you had! No previous dance experience necessary.
“Nebtiti” Bellydance Choreography (Level 3+) with Laura Selenzi
Learn a beautiful classic Egyptian Raqs Sharqi choreography – appropriate for Level 3 dancers and up. This piece focuses on traveling undulations, shimmies, layering and technical nuance.
BEGINNER BELLYDANCE CHOREOGRAPHY Habibi Dah
In this class we will learn a choreography using Beginner (Level 1) movements as well as new challenging variations, putting it all together to strengthen our transitions, musicality, and nuance.
STRETCH, ROLL & RELAX with Monique Ryan
Learn how ball and foam rolling can help you gain flexibility in a healthy, safe way. Engage in different types of stretching and breathing techniques to quiet the mind and release tension. Great for those that are looking for an alternative to repetitive yoga classes or are simply looking for a good self-care exercise!
STRETCH & DE-STRESS with Monique Ryan
Lengthen, strengthen and stretch your muscles to their full potential. Great for those that are looking for an alternative to repetitive yoga classes! Gain flexibility in a healthy and safe way with techniques used in dance, circus and yoga. such as self massage and breathing exercises. It will be useful (but not necessary) to have a massage ball and yoag strap (or belt).
HULA HOOP 2 with Monique Ryan
For students who have completed Hoop 1 and have a solid grasp of all the tricks from this level. New, challenging moves will be introduced (such as working on transitions from on body to off body) while strengthening technique from previous levels.
HULA HOOP 1 with Monique Ryan
For total beginners or those with a little hooping experience. Get a great cardio workout while learning some easy tricks, such as hooping on the waist, arms, knees, chest, isolations, and more!
BARRE FITNESS with Monique Ryan
Create long lean muscles with this dynamic mix of traditional ballet training and modern exercises. Be prepared to tone your muscles, improve balance & posture, and increase your flexibility in this chair-barre and yoga mat workout. Suitable for all fitness levels.
BODY BLITZ BOOTCAMP with Monique Ryan (Series 1)
This fun class includes a short cardio blast, followed by Pilates-style floor exercises designed for targeting the abs, legs, butt, and arms. All levels are welcome as most exercises have a beginner, intermediate and advanced variation.
ACRO STRONG with Vanessa
Strengthen the muscles needed for mobility and control in Acro movements. Suitable for ANYONE looking to gain core strength, shoulder and arm endurance for holds, leg and ankle stability and back gains! No equipment required.
SASSY FUSION COMBOS with Laura Selenzi (Series 1)
Get ready to have some fun and break a sweat in this bellydance/burlesque fusion class! Improve your dance skills to fun songs from hip hop, R&B, pop, trap, and more! Open to all levels including total newbies.
SLINKY FLOORWORK COMBOS (Series 2) with Clare Critchley
Series 2 – filmed Winter 2021 Get slinky, snakey and sensual with movements from bellydance and other dance styles. We’ll be working on honing our slinky floor work skills with a blend of dancing while standing and transitioning to and from the floor – knee pads highly recommended!
Burlesque Basics & Bits with Kay Licious
Explore burlesque with Kay Licious. Learn how to shimmy & shake, bump & grind, and take it off with style! Teasing peels, tantalizing moves, and sassy attitude will all be covered, so that you can get un-covered. Each class will focus on a particular move or peel, starting from the ground up, developing and drilling them. We will also learn some fun combos. No experience or dance background necessary.
SLINKY FLOORWORK COMBOS with Clare Critchley
Get slinky, snakey and sensual with movements from bellydance and other dance styles. We’ll be working on honing our slinky floor work skills with a blend of dancing while standing and transitioning to and from the floor – knee pads highly recommended!
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