Move your body with ​Despina.
ASTORIA CLASS STARTS ON JANUARY 8TH!
Join Despina's Live Asteria Belly Dance Classes in Astoria!
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Location: Cathy Dance Studio
Time: 1 hour class
We meet @8:10PM.
Class starts at 8:15-9:15PM
Address: 3319 Crescent St, Astoria, NY 11106
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PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
NO DROPS INS.
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BEFORE YOU SHOW UP TO CLASS:
1-Pay for your class or class package. and email Despina: info@despinadance.com
2-Sign the liability form *required.
​CLASS PRICES:
*Single Class $25 plus PayPal Fee-Class expires 2 weeks after purchase.
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*5 Class Package $115 (You save $10) plus PayPal Fee.
Class bundle expires 7 weeks after purchase.
If a class has been cancelled due to holiday or any other reason you will be given an extra week extension.
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* No Refunds *​
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LOCATION:
Cathy's Dance Studio
3319 Crescent St, Queens, NY 11106
N or W train to Broadway, 5min walk to studio.
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TIME:
8:10pm-9:10pm
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Belly Dance STYLE:
Beginner / Adv. Beginner Modern Vintage Medley*​​
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WHAT TO WEAR:
Leggings, a tank top, or athleisure dance top, layering skirt, with shorts.
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Shoes: Ballet slippers (make sure they are NOT slippery), foot Undeez, flat jazz shoes or dance sneakers. Despina prefers to dance barefoot. You can dance barefoot but keep in mind that the studio hosts class all day and your feet might get a bit dirty.
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A simple sequin or fabric hip scarf -NOT required.
NO socks or heels (heels are added for advanced classes)
NO Hips scarves with beads- they often break and beads are very dangerous.
You may see students wearing fun layering skirts in class, Despina will have items available in all sizes in her classes. Student discount rate will apply.​​
WHAT TO BRING:
A portion of the warmup / conditioning will be on the floor. If you would like to bring a yoga mat please do but it is not required.
You can also bring a knee pad cushion that is small and it's easy to travel with.
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A change of clothes just in case you would like to change from getting sweaty.
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PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES:
Dancers will also have the opportunity to audition for performance class. You need to take at least 10 beginners / basic classes to qualify to audition for a performance class. Let Despina know if you are interested.
REGISTRATION / LIABILITY FORM:
All students (new or existing) must fill out the 2024 liability form before attending Despina's Classes.
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SAFETY MEASURES / POLICIES:
Dancers are not required to show proof of vaccination or wear a mask. Dancers can wear a mask if they choose so.
*Please monitor your health and refrain from attending class if you're feeling fatigued, have a sore throat or any flu-like symptoms.
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NO REFUNDS:
Please note that all class purchases are non-refundable. It is your responsibility to attend the classes you have registered for before the expiration date. If you are unsure of the expiration date, feel free to email Despina at info@despinadance.com for assistance.
To explore the available options, please refer to the information above.
If you are dealing with a medical emergency, please email Despina as soon as possible at info@despinadance.com to discuss your options.
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*Despina has a zero tolerance policy for harassment, unwanted homophobic, transphobic, racist, sexist, ableist, or ageist behavior in her classes. Despina reserves the right to ask you to leave if you behave in any way that is making an students or dancers feel uncomfortable.
PRIVATE CLASS RATES IN DANCE STUDIO:
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*Single Private Class $110 (with PayPal fee $114.49) Expires 3 weeks after purchase.
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*Single 90min Private $135 (with PayPal fee $140.36)
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*3 1-Hour Private Class Bundle SAVE $310 (with PayPal fee $321.72) Expires 9 weeks after purchase.
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PRIVATE CLASS RATES ON ZOOM:
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*1 -1 Hour Zoom Private Class $70 (with PayPal fee $73.04) Expires 3 weeks after purchase.
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*3 1-Hour Private Zoom Class Bundle SAVE $20 $190 (with PayPal fee $197.38) Expires 9 weeks after purchase.