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Frequently Asked Questions
I thought you had to be young and thin to bellydance! Not so! You need hips to shimmy, and a belly to bellydance! We encourage all ages, shapes and sizes! Our troupe, teachers and students range from slender to voluptuous, young to "experienced" (ahem...). We are all beautiful, and so are you!
What do we wear to class??? Wear clothes that are comfortable to move in! Yoga pants and a close fitting T shirt or tank top works well, or leggings and a full skirt. Tight jeans and skirts restrict movment, so we do not recommend them. We dance barefoot, but you are also welcome to wear soft slippers or socks. Throw on a hip scarf, and you are ready to go!
Anything else I should know before I start??
Our classes are for women only.
Please arrive on time. Bring a water bottle.
Please do not bring your children to class. If you are in a pinch, please consult with instructor.
Do I need to bare my belly? Absolutely not. "Belly dance" is something of a misnomer, a phrase that was used by the entrepeneur Sol Bloom to titillate the imagination of people going to the Chicago World's Fair over 100 years ago as he wanted visitors to the Fair to visit "A Street in Cairo" where all manner of performers from across the Middle East were on show. It's a phrase (and a reputation) that has stuck ever since.
I am shy, do I have to get onstage and perform? No! ATS bellydance classes are non competitive and fun, and you will experience a sense of community with your fellow dancers. Many use these classes to learn somthing new, or for a way to shape up. We do offer Student Showcases twice a year for those that would like to dress up and show off their new moves!