WELCOME TO KAITLYN BELLY DANCE!



2009 Kaitlyn Bellydance Promo Video



"Rarely do I come across dancers with grace, beauty, and passion. Kaitlyn is a delight to watch!" - Veena (Bellytwins)

"A rising star in Bellydance, Kaitlyn's respect and enthusiasm for her art shows whether she's performing or studying. Her focus and dedicated discipline makes working with her a pleasure to the degree that I feel her talent and love of dance will entertain her audiences and enrich her students throughout her career." - Mesmera

NEWS & UPDATES



"Now Performing at Marrakesh in Jacksonville"

Kaitlyn will be performing monthly at Jacksonville, NC's newest hot-spot for world culture and cuisine. Come experience the delicious and unique flavors of the Mediterranean and Middle East while you enjoy bellydance performances by Kaitlyn! Great fun for the whole family!

Kaitlyn's First Performance is August 13th. First set starts at 6:00pm.

Marrakesh
409 Western Blvd
Jacksonville, NC
910-219-0229


Check out the Jacksonville Daily News article about Marrakesh!
http://www.jdnews.com/articles/way-81081-bodycopyrag-class.html

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES:

August 13th, 2010 "Bellydance Night" Marrakesh Jacksonville, NC
August14th, 2010 "Bellydance Night" Arabian Nights Wilmington, NC
August 20th, 2010 "Bellydance Night" Arabian Nights Wilmington, NC
August 21st, 2010 "Carolina Casbah" Raleigh, NC
August 28th, 2010 "Stellar Advantage Show" Orlando,FL
September 11th, 2010 "Ansuya Show" Raleigh, NC
September 18th, 2010 "Cultural Fest" New Bern, NC
October 2nd, 2010 "NCBellydance.org Hafla" Raleigh, NC
October 9th, 2010 "Kiran Indian Benefit" Cary, NC
October 9th, 2010 "Cary Indian Cultural Fest" Cary, NC
October 16th, 2010 "Project Shimmy" Greensboro, NC
October, 30th, 2010 "Greek Party" New Bern, NC


TEACHINGS

New Classes for Fall 2010!

Intro to Bellydance: Haven't you always wanted to bellydance? ............. This is a 12-hour, weekly course that seeks to give new-comers to Bellydance a solid foundation in the art form. Students will learn basic posture, movement, the historical and cultural background of bellydance, as well as a full chorography that they can perform at then of the class. Great for all body types! Ages teen to adult.

Intro to Tribal Bellydance: Explore the alluring and hypnotic world of Tribal Bellydancing! Learn the basic posture, steps and stylizations that have made this dance so distinctive in modern bellydance. Throughout the 8-week class, students will learn the origins of this what is known as Improvisational Tribal Style, or ITS, and explore the various styles of Tribal Fusion. Great for all body types! Ages teen to adult.

Beginner/Intermediate Bellydance: This class is reserved for reyurning students of Kaitlyn or who have extensive prior experience in bellydance at the beginner level. This on-going class, will focus on furthering the students' foundation and understanding of the ancient art of Raqs Sharqi and Middle Eastern Folkloric dance. The class covers various steps, combinations, drills, layering and choreographies while incorporating the use of props such as veil, cane, finger cymbals and sword.

Tribal Bellydance: This class is for students who have completed "Intro to Tribal Bellydance" or have previous Tribal Bellydance exprience. This mixed-level, on-going class will seek to futher the students' understanding of Improvisational Tribal Style, Tribal Fusion, as well as studying the styles of world dance draws from.

Bellydance Basics: This 6-week class will focus on the fitness and aerobic side of belly dance using sustained drills and various combinations to help sculpt and tone your body. All levels of dance experience are invited to join in!

Upcoming Classes:

9/1 - 12/1 "Intro to Bellydance" Down East Dance New Bern, NC
9/1 - 12/15 "Beg./Interm. Bellydance" Down East Dance New Bern, NC
9/1 - 10/20 "Tribal Mixed-level Class" Down East Dance New Bern, NC
9/2 - 12/16 "Beg./Interm. Bellydance" Dance Theatre of Jacksonville Jacksonville NC
9/2 - 12/16 "Tribal Bellydance" Dance Theatre of Jacksonville Jacksonville, NC
9/5 - 11/7 "Intro to Bellydance" Dance Theatre of Jacksonville Jacksonville, NC
9/5 - 11/7 "Intro to Tribal Bellydance" Dance Theatre of Jacksonville Jacksonville, NC
10/5 - 11/10 "Bellydance Basics" Swansboro Dance Studio Swansboro, NC

Performance News

Kaitlyn is happy to announce that she will be performing monthly "Bellydance Nights" at Pia's of New Bern and Washington. Home of Fine Greek and world cuisine, Pia's of New Bern and Washington North Carolina offer a relaxed new world atmosphere with classic Mediterranean flare! Come and Enjoy succulent creations accented by world, traditional Greek and Mediterranean Cuisine.

*Mentoring for Senior Projects*

If you are interested in having Kaitlyn mentor you for your Senior Project, please contact her for information on how she can help you @ kaitlynbellydance@gmail.com or 910-467-4722.

CONTACT INFO:

Kaitlyn Lewis
ph: 910-467-4722
e-mail: kaitlynbellydance@gmail.com