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Joanne
- Rate 677 BWP
- Response 1h
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Students17
Number of students Joanne has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Joanne has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

677 BWP/hr
1st lesson free
- Other Dances
- Belly Dancing
Experienced tutor in Dance in Springfield, Joanne offers private lessons tailored to your needs.
- Other Dances
- Belly Dancing
Lesson location
Recommended
Joanne is a respected member of our tutor community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Joanne
Belly Dance is a dance of natural movements that address the whole body. It is also fun exercise.
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I love watching women grow and blossom with belly dance. Personalities take flight with discovery of the dance.
I discovered that I was able to break down the movements and teach in such a way that helped students to learn, whether they were visual, kinesthetic, or auditory learners.
I have studied with both nationally and internationally known choreographers and have produced and directed numerous shows.
I have taught extensively throughout the Pioneer Valley since 1987. My students include women of all ages, from granddaughters and grandmothers to women who have gone on to professional dance careers.
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- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I ask a new student if they've had any belly dance experience. Then I know where to begin. I encourage a beginner to do only as much as they can as I give them the basic steps, movements and isolations. And to just relax have fun. Short choreographies help a student to know how it all comes together as they get a feel for the dance.
I also ask if they want to learn the dance in order to perform or if they just want to have fun exercise. I adjust the class accordingly.
My youngest student (who went on to perform in shows) was 7 years old. One student progressed to teaching as well as performing. One student was in her 80's. Many students want the dance for exercise or just the fun of dancing. I once worked with a woman who is blind.
Look for a teacher who can break down the movements in a clear understandable way. See if you can talk with some students of the dance. Find out how long she/he has been dancing/teaching. Some teachers' main concern is to stear students to perform. Some teach only for exercise. I like to combine so students can choose. There are many forms of the dance. I teach Egyptian and Turkish. Find out what they teach and what the difference is.
I took my class (those who wanted to) to an assisted living facility to perform. The residents were thrilled. They didn't care if you made mistakes. They clapped in time to the muisic and danced in their seats. It is such a warm feeling to brighten someone's day.
A few things worth thinking about before reaching out
Tell her/him about any physical limitations. A teacher should be able to tell you what you can expect. Ask yourself what you like about the dance, i.e. music, exercise, performing, having fun, etc. I try to design my classes to address a students interest.
Recommendations
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I love this class because you develop a relationship to your own body and soul. Our teacher allows us to use our own personality to our dancing which is rewarding so the learning curve is fast!
Joanne really makes classes fun. We move, we dance and we learn all at the same time! It is good exercise too. I have had several dance teachers and no one compares to Joanne. She really is a professional!
She made it a lot of fun! She breaks down and explains everything so the experience does not feel overwhelming. No stress atmosphere makes it comfortable and welcoming. No matter how bad your day is, you look forward to attending the class. As an older dancer, I appreciate that I can take my time to learn the moves and slowly increase my range of motion. It's a true sense of accomplishment when the mind and body finally collide and you realize you've mastered a move that you previously struggled with. This patient instructor never makes you feel like you should just throw in the towel. Anyone can learn with this very accomplished instructor. It's always a pleasure to catch her amazing performances. Watching her dance so effortlessly gives the newer dancers hope that, with her guidance, they can dance for an audience as well - if that is the path they choose to explore. Shifah is a sweet, caring person and will never rush through a move in the interest of time. She is there to make sure you are comfortable and having fun. We are fortunate to have her in this area. It's always a pleasure to spend time with this instructor. I've taken classes with many other teachers and always gravitate back to her. It is always a fun class filled with laughter and smiles, money well spent for sure.
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Rates
Rate
- 677 BWP
Pack prices
- 5h: 3385 BWP
- 10h: 6770 BWP
free lessons
The first free lesson with Joanne will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- 677 BWP/h
Details
Classes are one hour. $15 for a drop-in fee and $12 each for a group of 4 classes ($48)
Mother/daughter fee: $10 each for a group of 4 classes ($40 each)
No belly dance experience?: try the first class free
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