In-Person Instruction

Our current in-person courses began June 6, but you may drop in to these classes any week.

Classes in Downtown Elgin, IL:

For Beginners:
Datura Style™ Fundamentals & Flow
Mondays 6:15-7:15pm
$18 drop-in​
$90 for the new 6-week session beginning June 7
(no class on Monday, July 5)
For All Levels:
Fusion Belly Dance Moves & Drills
Thursdays 6:15-7:15pm
$18 drop in 
​$90 for the new 6-week session beginning June 10
These classes must have a minimum of 5 students 
Location:
The Light Lounge at Vern's
77 S. Riverside Drive
Elgin, IL 60120
What is Datura Style™ Belly Dance?
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Datura Style™ is both a vocabulary and an approach to technique developed by Rachel Brice through the inspiration of her own teachers, collaborators, and influences. 
  • Fundamentals & Flow - Here we learn the foundational movements of belly dance through Datura Style™ technique for safe and beautiful movement.
What is Fusion Belly Dance Moves & Drills?

This is a drop-in friendly class for all levels of belly dancers. Each class begins with a quick body warm-up and then we go right into working that day's focus isolations, shapes and movements. The class starts out nice and easy, which is great review for experienced dancers, but we ramp up to more challenging stuff by the end. Modifications for all levels are offered so you can dance at your own level, even if you are an absolute beginner!

This class is also available as a live streaming class.
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We know you have questions...

What are the COVID-19 precautions?
  • All in-person students must be pre-registered for the class series to participate.
  • Class size is limited to 10 students.
  • Face masks are encouraged at all times for the unvaccinated.​
  • ​We will observe social distancing in class, giving everyone personal space in which to dance.
what do I need?
You only need to bring your fabulous self wearing comfortable and fitted clothing like yoga pants or leggings and a t-shirt or tank top. Barefoot or socks are best for this style of dance. You may also want to bring a bottle of water. If you're feeling fancy, wrap a scarf around your hips and put on your favorite lip shade and don't forget your mask for the safety of everyone!
Where do classes take place?
The Light Lounge at Vern's
77 S. Riverside Drive
Elgin, IL 60120
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  • Please note that Riverisde Drive is a northbound one way street. 
  • There is a free parking lot next to the building.
  • Our entrance faces the river.
  • When you enter the building, just walk straight ahead into the Light Lounge.
How do I register?
Click here to be taken to the registration portal, create your profile, and select your courses or classes. Make sure you press the "check out" button once you've made your selection. This will take you to payment and then you're ready to dance with us!
What else do I need to know?
​Please make sure you've read these three important points:
  • Registration for drop-in classes must be completed a minimum of 60 minutes before class.
  • ​Please click here to read our terms of service and class policies before registering.
  • ALL REGISTRATION PURCHASES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE