In this workshop, Mistress Jacqueline will teach students the sinewy and percussive movements of “Raqs Sharqi”, known as “Belly Dance” here in America.
Belly Dance is a dance style that is accessible for every body type and gender. The movements are isometric and beautiful. The deep muscle contractions help dancers take control of their bodies, and the rhythmic shimmies induce a sense of empowerment and confidence.
Open to all.
Adults and teens welcome.
Belly Dance is a dance style that is accessible for every body type and gender. The movements are isometric and beautiful. The deep muscle contractions help dancers take control of their bodies, and the rhythmic shimmies induce a sense of empowerment and confidence.
Open to all.
Adults and teens welcome.
This event is part of the Healing Hearts with Art Festival and will take place at The Women's Center in the Great Room
Registration is required.
Sliding Scale : $20-$30
Registration is required.
Sliding Scale : $20-$30
Healing Hearts with Art is a community-driven initiative supported by local artists and volunteers committed to promoting well-being through creative expression. The project is supported by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the St Tammany Commission on Cultural Affairs. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment for the Arts.
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MEET THE INSTRUCTOR: Jacqueline Lemoine began her belly dance career in 2000, when she began studying under noted international dance instructor and performer, Maria Barannco. Jacqueline gained an instant appreciation, talent, and what some might call an obsession, with Middle Eastern dance. She has trained extensively in Egyptian, Turkish, Lebanese, American Cabaret, and Fusion techniques. Jacqueline teaches her students not only the rich history and various styles of belly dance, but also the physiology behind the dance’s serpentine moves. Additionally, Jacqueline began studying Polynesian dance in 2009, which she now teaches and performs, as well. She continues to train daily as she believes a truly great teacher should never stop learning. To date, she has studied under many notable stars in the world of Middle Eastern, Tribal Fusion, and Polynesian Dance, such as Ansuya Rathor, Ruby Beh, Zoe Jakes, Dusty Paik, Mira Betz, Mardi Love, Rose Harden, Khalima Sirosky, Moria Chappell, Cory Zamora, Kami Liddle, Petite Jamila, Tamalyn Dallal, Amar Gamal, April Rose, Michelle Sorensen, Bozenka, Sahira, Silvia Salamanca, Katrina Juli, Eva Cernik, Leolani Gallardo, and Rebecca Manadic. In June of 2008, she formed the belly dance troupe, Pandorium, composed of her most dedicated students. Jacqueline and Troupe Pandorium perform frequently around the Gulf Coast region. |
Women's Center for Healing & Transformation
71667 Leveson Street
Abita Springs, LA 70420
