June 19, 2007 |
"Dancing is the loftiest, the most moving, the most beautiful of the arts, because it is not mere translation or abstraction from life; it is life itself." ~Havelock Ellis |
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Summer Solstice... The longest day of the year, the day we receive the MOST sunlight is during this week, the Summer Solstice. With the extra sunlight comes extra energy so don't be surprised if you feel like taking a few extra dance classes this week... and wow, what perfect timing- we have 2 FREE NEW classes you can try- Bollywood Dance with Veena on Saturday (6/23) at 1:00 PM and Classical Indian Dance with Sheetal on Monday (6/25) at 7:30 PM. So come one and come all, it's time to jump on this Indian bandwagon if you haven't already.... |
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It's All About Indian Dance! So, are you thinking that Bollywood Dance and Classical Indian Dance are going to be somewhat the same class just with different names? Well, think again, my friend, because these two dances are VERY different. First there are about 8 different Indian dances that are officially classified as CLASSICAL with Bharatanatyam being one of the two most ancient forms. This is a spiritual dance form originating in Southern India that was performed strictly inside the sanctum of the temple. Bharatanatyam specifically represents the element of fire (there are 4 other dances that represent the other elements) and the moves of an authentic Bharatanatyam dancer is suppose to resemble the movements of a dancing flame. Many postures and hand mudras will look like the sculptures you see in South Indian temples. As you can imagine, you receive quite a total body cardio workout trying to resemble a moving flame. However these moves are rooted deep in history and Indian spirituality and while increasing coordination and stamina, you will also learn a lot more. Bollywood, on the otherhand, is a modern mix of various dance forms that can include Classical Indian Dance moves along with hip hop, belly dance, jazz, folk dance, and whatever else you want to throw in the pot. Bollywood dance grew popular from the musical dance and style from India's hugely popular Bollywood film industry. This dance is about storytelling as each dance in the movies are about a specific event - i.e. marriage, seduction, love, sadness, etc. The steps are universal, easy, and a lot of fun! As you dance to modern rhythms accompanied by high energy movements that make you laugh (they are cheesy!) you can't help but get a full blown cardio workout! |
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Bollywood Dance with VEENA We are SO excited to welcome our new (and famous!) Bollywood teacher, VEENA, to Heartbeat House! Starting Sat. June 23rd at 1:00 PM (new time!) we will all be able to quench our Bollywood thirst and experience this fantasticly FUN class with one of the FIRST Bollywood dance teachers around... Born with both an Indian and Arabic background, Veena grew up with Bollywood films and Bhangra dance/music. Famous with her twin sister, Neena, as "The Bellytwins," they have been featured as special guest dancers, choreographers, and actresses on hundreds of national and international stages, films, TV shows, commercials and music videos. The twins are also the founders, artistic directors and choreographers and teachers of their own dance company, which specializes in dances of India and the Middle East. Their recent 2 hour live production of Hooray for Bollywood! received rave reviews from a sold-out audience and media. The show is in current negotiations for a U.S., European, and Asian tour. FREE CLASS SAT. JUNE 23RD 1:00 PM! Don't miss it! |
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SWING SWING SWING! Sign up now and learn to swing swing swing with our social ballroom instructor, Chris Hardouin! Four consecutive Friday evenings at 6:30 PM starting July 20th. Explore the various styles of swing and learn great routines to get even the shyest wallflower on the dance floor. Chris H. will demonstrate the simple mechanics of dancing as a couple and get you tapping your toes to the beat. So throw on your sneakers and come learn this fun and versatile dance! No partner is required and you can come to as many classes as you want. Four consecutive weeks starting Friday July 20th at 6:30 PM. $60/4 Weeks. |
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Classical Indian Dance with SHEETAL Join us to learn and experience the most popular and authentic Indian classical dance form from Southern India - BHARATANATYAM. What is Bharatanatyam? - It is the oldest of all classical dance forms in India and is known to be a dance of mind & soul - very traditional and famous for its grace, purity, tenderness, statuesque & sculpturesque poses. It uplifts the dancer (who is considered a worshipper of the Divine) and the beholder to a higher level of spiritual consciousness. Learning this dance helps you improve your concentration, reduces stress and is also a great exercise. FREE CLASS MONDAY JUNE 25TH 7:30 PM! DON'T MISS IT! Sheetal Menon has been performing Bharatnatyam for 20 years. Her passion for dance from early childhood has made her blossom into a graceful dancer and has proved herself many times at festivals like 'Malhar' and not once but thrice at the University level festivals and has done proud to her guru (The Teacher - Mrs. Rajeshwari Damania). Sheetal obtained her dance degree from the most renowned dance Institute of India - The Nalanda University of Dance and Art (Mumbai, India). And not only on Nritta (pure dance), but she has amazing command on her Nritya (facial expression) that creates Rasa in all the Rasik (the audience) whom she entertains. She completed her Arangetram in 2002. |
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Controlled Burn Classes with Melissa We are changing the name but the class is still the same! Melissa Gutierrez who has been subbing Burn 'n Firm for Ashley (Tue/Thur 9:30 AM) is now OFFICIALLY taking over the class with her new name Controlled Burn Cardio! This class is very different from her original Controlled Burn class (Wed 5:30 PM).... class descriptions are below: CONTROLLED BURN-CARDIO is a one hour heart pumping, body firming workout. A perfect way to start your day by working those arms, abs, and bootys. During a CONTROLLED BURN-CARDIO class, you will be working with light to med weights, exer-balls, and a variety of amazing exercises to help challenge and condition your body. Little to no-impact during the class...modifications can always be given for special needs-just ask. CONTROLLED BURN-THE CLASS is a one-hour workout that is designed to strengthen and stretch your body with no impact. This is a unique Dance/Fitness Class that combines exercises from technical jazz and ballet warm ups to enhance your muscular control, improve your posture, and make you feel great. CONTROLLED BURN-THE CLASS is great for an absolute beginner yet can be challenging enough for a professional dancer who wants to focus on alignment and technique. Relax, there will be no choreography to learn, and no across-the-floor...unless you beg for it. This is an intense class...don't let the slow movements fool you... More Info- Melissa's Website |
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COMMUNITY EVENTS Recognize these sexy dancers? It's Fransini and her Samba dancers from the Atwater Village Street Festival on June 10th. These dancers turned up the heat that day... check out the photos at the link below if you missed it! |
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Schedule Updates CANCELLATIONS: NEW TIME: SUBS: COMING SOON
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Volunteer Program Want to dance.... but low on funds? Come help us out at Heartbeat House in exchange for FREE dance classes. Every 4 hours you work, you will receive a 4 class card. Email us with your availability! |
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Promotions SPREAD THE WORD AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE PROMOTIONS NOW! New Student Promotion: Birthday Promotion: Referral Program: |
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CONTEMPORARY CORNER Every week in Contemporary Ballet (Wed. 6:30 PM), Jasmine introduces you to music from awesome indie artists that are playing around town. This week is the Dirty Projectors: "since all the good music reigned supreme last night, i've decided to break the rules a little. in honor of summer traveling, this week's artist is NOT playing in los angeles but london, paris, dublin and new york. heck, they're just that good. crack, smack and pop as we clean off old electronics and move to music only elves hear. it will be an adventure of the divine horseman types and a little preview into the world of rap artist haz'm, coming this summer. come get dirty today at 6:30 with the dirty projectors." - jasmine COME TO CONTEMPORARY BALLET WITH JASMINE TODAY AT 6:30 PM! |
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