Teaching and Coaching

I teach privates,semi-privates, mini-workshops, and can accommodate your small group in Dedham, Ma. I am also available for larger workshops constructed to meet your particular needs. Contact me

Private Coaching

I feel that a successful and well-rounded belly dancer must master four things:

I am experienced both with improvisation and choreography in both Arabic and Turkish styles. I can provide coaching from beginner to professional levels.

Fall Multi-Level Technique Classes

8 week session, Wed Sept 15 - Nov 10 (no class Oct 20), 7:30-8:45 pm - $96. prepaid in advance only.

8 week session, Sat Sept 18 - Nov 20 (no class Sept 25 or Nov 13), 12:00-1:15 - $96. prepaid in advance only.

Challenge yourself in a fun, comfortable environment. Class size is small allowing for one on one help. Everyone knows one another and supports one another. The class material is tailored to the needs of the students and I can accommodate most requests to work on particular material. We have fun. We get to connect to ourselves and to connect to others.

This is a multi level class for students with at least a basic knowledge of belly dance movements. We will work on honing and improving technique by applying proper alignment, centering, breath, and footwork to all aspects of belly dance movement. The class will consist of a warmup followed by technique for specific movements, and ending with a routine. Bring zils and a veil.

No drop-ins unless you call me first.

Mail registration to Mary Anna Brown, 19 Violet Ave, Dedham, MA 02026 or pay via Paypal below.

Wed session $100 via Paypal

Sat multi-level session $100 via Paypal

Location and Directions - 19 Violet Ave, Dedham, Ma in my home studio

Class size is limited so you will get good personal attention. Please bring something to wear on your feet. The floor is covered by a rug.

Route 128 to route 109 towards Dedham. At the second set of lights (Mobil station on your right, Hess gas station on your far left) take a left. Violet Ave is on the right. If you come to a fork, you went too far. Take a right onto Violet Ave. I am the second to last house on the left at the end. There is a concrete table and chair set in the front. The studio entrance is under the deck to the right of the house.

Veil Workshop, Sat Aug 28, 2010, 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Workshop to be held at 485 Hartford Rd, Manchester, CT

Phaedra will present a veil workshop focusing on techniques that will help you bring flair and life to your veilwork. Known for her exquisite veilwork, Phaedra will share some often overlooked techniques for elevating veilwork from ho hum manipulation to a mesmerizing thing of beauty. The workshop will end with a combination that demonstrates the power of these techniques.

$50 in advance. $55 at the door.

See Belly Dance Connecticut for detail, directions, and registration information.

Contact Shalimar to register and for more information.

Fall Advanced/Performance Level Class*

This is an advanced level class for students who either are performing or aspire to perform. We will work on stage presence, bringing musicality into your dance, and techniques for making what you know even better. Instructor permission is required.

*Requires the permission of the instructor.

Eight week session, Sat Sept 18 - Nov 20 (no class Sept 25 or Nov 13) 1:30-2:45 pm - $120. Pre-paid in advance only.

No drop-ins unless you call me first.

Mail registration to Mary Anna Brown, 19 Violet Ave, Dedham, MA 02026 or pay via Paypal below.

Sat Performance Level 8 week session: 125.00 via Paypal

*Requires the permission of the instructor.

Beginner Belly Dance Lessons

Beginner class, eight week session, Newton North High School, starting Mon Sept 20, 2010 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm (no class Oct 11) for Newton Community Education, 6:45-7:45 pm. To register, see www.newtoncommunityed.org or call (617) 559-6999.

Beyond beginner, eight week session, Newton North High School, starting Mon Sept 20, 2010- 8:00 - 9:00 pm (no class Oct 11) for students with at least one beginner session. Same registration info as above.

Choreography Workshop to Hossam Ramsey's Diamond in the Rough

Sun, Oct 24, 12:00-4:00 - $50.00 in advance only.

Since many people have expressed interest, I'm offering this workshop again.

This workshop will feature a choreography to "Diamond in the Rough," from Hossam Ramsey's latest CD, "Ruby." This dynamic piece starts with a perky entrance, goes into a beledi, masmoudi, back to beledi, and concludes with an exciting finale. Notes will be provided. Bring a veil, cymbals, and a light snack.

Workshop to be held in my home studio, 19 Violet Ave, Dedham (directions above). Send check to Mary Anna Brown, 19 Violet Ave, Dedham, MA 02026 or pay via PapPal below.

Diamond in the Rough workshop $55.00 via PayPal

Mini-Workshops

The following mini-workshops are available to be taken on the road or given to your group.

Other Workshops

Phaedra's Finishing SchoolTM

Weekend Intensive

Have you ever wondered why you are compelled to watch one dancer and not another? Have you ever been surprised that the performer was smaller than she looked on stage? Have you ever wondered why some dancers look like they are doing steps, and others create magic, merging with the music?

This workshop is designed for advanced students and professionals and will answer those questions and many more. It will give you specific techniques for bringing your dance to the next level no matter what your style is.

The following topics will be covered:

What students said about this weekend:

"All dancers new and old to belly dance could and should attend this workshop. Feedback is excellent and improvements attainable."

"Too many teachers emphasize steps, and not how to create a show, be interesting, etc. They can at least get that in this workshop."

"Loved it. Would attend another Phaedra workshop anytime!"

Choreography Workshops - Learn a choreography to music that is challenging in terms of rhythm and mood changes. Learn to handle the transitions while perfecting technique through choreography.

Improvisation: How to Get it Flowing - Have you even been stuck in a seemingly endless repetition of steps? Are you frequently asking yourself what should I do next? Does improvisation seem impossible? This three hour workshop will present techniques for improving improvisation, for letting the music flow through you, and for getting the dance out of your head and into your body.

Costume Making Workshop - Learn how to construct a bra and belt and bead it in the style of Egyptian made costumes. Learn to make a one of a kind costume that fits you and costs 90% less than a commercial costume to make.

Amina Delal and I sponsored the following workshops to great reviews. We are available to take them on the road. Call for rates.

Contact Information

email me

phone: (781) 329-1484 evenings and weekends. Please be patient if the phone rings and the machine does not pick up - the computer may be in use.