Instruction

La Luna Studio, Cedar Crest Amaya teaches in Albuquerque and Cedar Crest, New Mexico. Her travels include Domestic and International Seminars and Workshops. Her teaching strengths are: Intensive Basic Technique for all levels (appropriate for all styles of Belly Dance, i.e., Raqs Sharqi, Tribal, all fusions) Danza Mora (the fusions work of Arabic and Spanish Gypsy Style) Coaching through consultation and private studies for upcoming Professional Dancers Email Amaya or call 505.281.4492 for current weekly class schedules. Belly Dance is both a celebration of the female spirit and a physical display of the strength and beauty of women of all sizes, ages, and shapes. Its roots can be traced to the rituals of past matriarchal cultures and the secular entertainments that evolved as the Gypsies traveled throughout India, Central Asia, The East, North Africa and Spain. It celebrates the pure joy of movement and rediscovering the body with natural moves. This dance can burn up to 400 calories/hr. This estimate will vary depending on the intensity of your dancing. Combined with a healthy diet, Belly Dance can without a doubt be part of a sound weight loss program. Improved posture, flexibility and an aerobic workout is also possible. Most students are interested in exercise first and then find the music, the movements, and the great fun enticing. No matter what age, shape, gender, height, this form of exercise is perfect for everyone!