Learn Bellydance with Iona
"The ancient art of bellydance is suited for all physiques, no matter how big or small, and is empowering and transformative for all genders. As the world of bellydance has evolved, more and more people dance for health, for positive self image, for intimating the dynamics of one’s unique form, fir creative expression, and for a fun workout. Incorporating both slow and quick moves, bellydance provides the means to increase flexibility and strength, as well as to improve balance and comfort in one’s own skin." --Iona--
Iona's Belly Dance classes are grounded in Classic Oriental, American Cabaret, Vintage, & Folkloric styles. Her classes address fundamentals of bellydance technique, which lend themselves to a variety of belly dance styles. Iona is available for workshops, individual or group lessons, and performance coaching in the Greater New Orleans area and across the continental US.
Iona's Belly Dance classes are grounded in Classic Oriental, American Cabaret, Vintage, & Folkloric styles. Her classes address fundamentals of bellydance technique, which lend themselves to a variety of belly dance styles. Iona is available for workshops, individual or group lessons, and performance coaching in the Greater New Orleans area and across the continental US.
IONA is currently available for workshops across the US, as well as private lessons and coaching in the New Orleans area and Gulf Coast
Bellydance Basics and Beyond: Technique and Combos: NOT CURRENTLY IN SESSION
*discounts for preregistration and class cards!
General Lesson Description: Join Iona for classic oriental style belly dance technique and combinations suited to your needs. Each session can start with a gentle warm up and end with a soothing cool down, with some fun-loving shimmies, tummy toning technique, and hip rolling combos in between! Iona's class mantra: whatever level you are, embrace and hone the moves that look good on you and dance them with joy! All genders are welcome.
Crescent Lotus Dance Studio:
Located in Broadmoor/Marlyeville/University Area in Uptown
3143 Calhoun St., New Orleans, LA.
Enter at back parking lot.
https://crescentlotus.com/about-us/contact-us/our-location/
Bellydance Basics and Beyond: Technique and Combos: NOT CURRENTLY IN SESSION
*discounts for preregistration and class cards!
General Lesson Description: Join Iona for classic oriental style belly dance technique and combinations suited to your needs. Each session can start with a gentle warm up and end with a soothing cool down, with some fun-loving shimmies, tummy toning technique, and hip rolling combos in between! Iona's class mantra: whatever level you are, embrace and hone the moves that look good on you and dance them with joy! All genders are welcome.
Crescent Lotus Dance Studio:
Located in Broadmoor/Marlyeville/University Area in Uptown
3143 Calhoun St., New Orleans, LA.
Enter at back parking lot.
https://crescentlotus.com/about-us/contact-us/our-location/
Bellydance bonds are boundless.
BEGINNER LEVEL Lessons include:
Focusing warm-up
Technique: body isolations, shimmies, travel steps, dancer poise, undulations, and more; emphasis is placed on proper posture, and centering/balance
Coordination of movements to belly dance music and simple combos
Yoga-style cool down
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL/ TROUPE lessons generally have the same format as the Beginner Level but with the addition of more challenging movements, layering of movements, choreography, trouble shooting/coaching, and practice with dance props. Students in the intermediate class are invited to participate in troupe performances but are not required.
ADVANCED/ TROUPE and SPECIALTY LESSONS address technique suited to specific dance styles or props, like zils, sword, cane, etc, and are intended for dancers who already have a basic foundation of belly dance technique beyond beginner; teacher consent may be required if lessons are designed specifically to culminate in troupe performance.
OPEN/ MIXED LEVEL: practice with a variety of moves for beginners plus. Focus is on honing technique, while expanding range and flexibility in a choreography. Geared to accommodate dancers of all levels.
Focusing warm-up
Technique: body isolations, shimmies, travel steps, dancer poise, undulations, and more; emphasis is placed on proper posture, and centering/balance
Coordination of movements to belly dance music and simple combos
Yoga-style cool down
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL/ TROUPE lessons generally have the same format as the Beginner Level but with the addition of more challenging movements, layering of movements, choreography, trouble shooting/coaching, and practice with dance props. Students in the intermediate class are invited to participate in troupe performances but are not required.
ADVANCED/ TROUPE and SPECIALTY LESSONS address technique suited to specific dance styles or props, like zils, sword, cane, etc, and are intended for dancers who already have a basic foundation of belly dance technique beyond beginner; teacher consent may be required if lessons are designed specifically to culminate in troupe performance.
OPEN/ MIXED LEVEL: practice with a variety of moves for beginners plus. Focus is on honing technique, while expanding range and flexibility in a choreography. Geared to accommodate dancers of all levels.
INT students from near and far
"Hip Movement: 3 Things You may Not Know about Belly Dance"
Iona was excited to have been interviewed for a TV spot about Belly Dance in New Orleans by Mike Jorgensen. He interviewed teachers/performers in the area, highlighting Kerrylynn, Krys, and Iona for descriptions and benefits of belly dance. The specialty piece aired in July 2015 on "News with a Twist". Visit full page with video and bio at WGNO
Iona was excited to have been interviewed for a TV spot about Belly Dance in New Orleans by Mike Jorgensen. He interviewed teachers/performers in the area, highlighting Kerrylynn, Krys, and Iona for descriptions and benefits of belly dance. The specialty piece aired in July 2015 on "News with a Twist". Visit full page with video and bio at WGNO