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KAREENA BELLY DANCE INTRO 6 week beginner sessions Basic Torso Isolations Tuesdays 8-9 pm Thursdays 7-8 pm Mondays 8-9 pm Sat/Sundays 1:30-2:30pm cancelled thru summer ADVANCED BEGINNERS Polishing the Basics Mondays 7-8 pm cancelled thru summer Kareena gets you more in touch with your body thru basic torso isolations, undulations and shimmies that tone tummy and hips. Her classes give you a firm foundation in belly dance technique. Kareena is pictured with her teachers to left with 'superstar' Bozenka and to right with Tamalyn Dallal, Bozenka's mentor PRIVATE INSTRUCTION and SPECIAL OCCASIONS PERFORMANCE

VYJA BOLLYWOOD-BHANGRA Wednesdays 7-8 pm Class cancelled July 21 Follow Vyja thru high-energy Bollywood dance for fitness . Learn Bhangra and other classic Indian dance moves. Recommended for men and women. Vyja has studied Indian dance for the last fifteen years. She performs for multi-cultural events and private parties.

CLASS FEES:
6 Week Session $75 pre-register / $80 late
Money back guarantee if not satisfied with first class
You may join classes ANYTIME with following fees:
$15 single class / 5 class card $70 / 10 class card $125
15 class card $155 ( 15 class card valid 2 months )

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Option 1- 4 week session $50 Option 2- 6 week session $75.00 Option 3 -10 class card $125.00 Option 4-15class card $155.00 Option 5--workshops $40.00 Option 7-pvt. instruction $65.00

WHAT TO WEAR?
Wear flowing feminine attire ...long soft skirts or long pants...halter tops or
leotards for the upper torso. No shorts, mini-skirts or baggy sweats.
Bring bright scarf or belt to wrap around hips. Barefoot or soft slippers.

REVIEWS POSTED ON CENTERSTAGE CHICAGO

Yelena I started to take belly dance lessons with Kareena a few months ago. I love the sensuality of belly dance. Kareena's style of teaching is very soothing and relaxing. Kareena makes you feel graceful, sexy and classy. I love Kareena's professionalism. You will very much enjoy taking classes with Kareena no matter if you are a beginner or advanced dancer. I absolutely recommend to come and try one of her classes.

Beth Hall Sweet magic studio was exactly what it promises to be, a place where your body immediately feels controlled and poised, ready to move. Your mind becomes inspired by an amazing woman who leads you through poses that must begin from the inside in order to see the physical movement on the outside. As a yoga instructor I found belly dancing to be a much more spiritual and internal exploration than I was assuming it would be, but my abs killed me the next day, so either way I'm happy! Thanks Kareena!

Melanie Bolen I have an awesome time at Kareena's belly dance classes. She has a thorough knowledge of what she is teaching and does a great job of breaking down the moves so that you are able to learn them at your own pace. There is always great energy and excitement in the room and you can tell that everyone loves to be there! Belly dance is a great way to free the body and the mind... it's feminine, powerful and beautiful! I definitely recommend it!

Maristela Zell Every Wednesday night I head to the city for the one of the most exciting activities of my busy week: belly-dancing with Kareena! Combining classic moves and modern choreography, Kareena leads our aspiring group into sexy hip sways, body shimmy, and veil swirls, all accompanied by spell- binding music. The class is not only about seductive moves, though. Kareena's routines include proper warm-ups and movements that include the whole body. She focuses on developing flexibility and strength. Also, step-by-step instruction makes the movements easy to follow, whether you are a beginner or more advanced student.

Christine E. Kosmeja When I finally gathered the courage to try belly dancing I found Sweet Magic Studio. While I may not always feel comfortable with the skin I'm in, I have,thanks to Kareena's patience,words of encouragement, and enthusiasm for dance learned that I CAN move gracefully. I CAN embrace the sensuosness of my physical self and be more accepting of my curves. I have also dropped in on her yoga classes and always come out refreshed and feeling a little more at peace with my physical self.We should all have Kareena's zest for living and moving through life as well as she does. Kareena is a fantastic teacher.

Valerie Periera As a Christmas gift and New Year's resolution, I decided to enroll in the six-week beginners belly dancing classes at Sweet Magic Studio on Saturdays. After the first class on January 6, I was very impressed and instantly captivated. Kareena is a wonderful instructor who is highly knowledgeable, caring, patient and enthusiastic about teaching. The classes are so much fun and are very addictive! Even though I only had three sessions so far, I can't wait for the next weekend and look forward to going to the next class and learn something new. Each class has been different and unique. The classes are very affordable and have convenient evening or weekend hours. In fact after the six-week sessions are over, I am thinking of getting the pass for 15 classes so I can go on Saturdays and Sundays

MORE REVIEWS

Gerrie Repay says:
I have been taking yoga with Kareena for about three years and belly dance
for about one year... time sure does fly when your having fun!
My previous experience with yoga was on again off again classes at various places
at which I don't think I ever made it past 3 classes simply because they bored me
... the same sequence of moves in a too quiet room with an instructor that just
seemed to be going through the motions like a performer rather than a teacher.
Kareena's classes are different... she teaches! She watches everyone through
the mirrors and individualizes poses for each person in the room regardless of
the class size.
I have benefited immensely from Kareena's instruction. Kareena's yoga instruction
has greatly improved my flexibility and posture to the point where I appeared at
least 10 pounds lighter before actually losing a pound! I stand tall now, my belly
lies much flatter, and it feels natural!
Kareena's belly dance classes have proved I do have dancers potential!
I credit Kareena with my much improved physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
I urge anyone interested in yoga to take a class with Kareena... after just one you may
find yourself a regular at Sweet Magic Studio wondering where all that time flew!

Laurel Crawford says:
Kareena's classes have truly added to my life experience. First of all, they are instantly
welcoming, along with small class size and flexible scheduling throughout the week.
Kareena herself is an amazing soul willing to put energy into drawing out our own skills
from right where we are with them. She makes it not only fun but highly informative, as
she shares her wealth of knowledge in the roots of yoga and belly dance. I started belly
dancing a year ago with Kareena and it has changed the way I feel in my body, the ease with
which I move on the earth, and of course the way I dance. Since then I have been trying the
other gems she offers; the tai chi and yoga help balance my daily life. Come and try a class
for yourself and I guarantee you will be buying a class card on your way
out the door. peace

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