Beginner Belly
"Hip Drop a What?"  Learn foundation Moves here.  Good class for someone completely new to bellydance or for those who want to perfect their technique.  Tribal Style Bellydance is also introduced
Beginner Level Class

HipCheck Mix
Drills, Combos, Oriental, Tribal, Folklore, Choreography, Finger Cymbals.... Something for everyone
Beginner to Advanced Level Class
Belly Dance Advanced
For dancers who want to take it to the next level.  Floorwork, props and Finger Cymbals are done in this class.  This class moves through combos fairly quickly.  Basic moves are drilled with added layers such as shimmies, turns and arm patterns. 
Experienced Beginner who wants a Challenge, it is recommended you have at least 1 year of Bellydance Classes under your scarf
Veil, Mat, Finger Cymbals Required.
Class Etiquette
To make this an enjoyable experience for everyone please respect the following rules
  • Please arrive on time. 
  • Please refrain from wearing any scents to class as classmates may have allergies.
  • Cell phones to be turned off during class
  • Finger Cymbals should not be played during instruction
  • Most of Ilona's classes are back to back. If you have questions about movements please don't be shy and ask during class time only.  Other questions/suggestions.. Please Email me!
  • Leave ego at the door, some movements are more challenging than others and require time and practice to perfect.  The attempt is more important (and more rewarding) than  mastering the dance with speed  and everyone learns at different rates.

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Once a year Hipcheck Bellydance hosts a dance party and recital.  This is the perfect opportunity to show off your dancing skills in choreographed routines or improvisation.  All levels are welcome to perform.  This event is open to all women who love the dance and want to show off in a safe non-judgemental environment.
Events
Shimmy Shindig
  Ilona's classes are all about fun.  Students will learn the 4 components of bellydance as well as the various styles with an emphasis on both technique and improvisation. 

  Lessons are held in a relaxed atmosphere and are adapted to students' levels and special needs.  All classes include a yoga inspired warm up, basic functional strength exercises, movement drills and cooldown.

All ages and body shapes are welcome and no previous dance experience is necessary.  Please wear comfortable clothing that shows the bodyline and bring a scarf to tie around your hips.  Higher level classes require Veil and Finger Cymbals although I do have some to lend.

Choreography for classes  can be found on our Facebook Group "Hipcheck Bellydance"  Most music can be found on itunes.

Ilona is FIS certified with CAN-FIT PRO and EWYT-350 with East to West Yoga and Pilates. (Completed RYT 200 hours)


Class Descriptions
About Your  Bellydance Class
Workshops
Ilona offers 1 - 2 hour workshops at your location within Ilona's local area for adults.   Workshops are offered in traditional bellydance or Tribal Style.  Ilona will provide hipscarves and or veils.   Sound System must be supplied by host.

1 hour - $100
2 hour - $175

Hire Ilona
Classic Show

Within Ilona's local area (Newmarket, Aurora).  20-25 minute show to cd. 
Show includes veil entrance, up tempo pop or folk song with finger cymbals, audience interaction ( getting people up to dance, photos) and drum solo.  Show is Family friendly and tipping is acceptable.

$125 for a weekly or monthly show (ie restaurants)
$175 for private parties (Bridal Showers, Birthdays, Jack and Jills, Weddings)

Requirements:
  • Clean safe floor space to dance in
  • Sound System that plays burned cds with good volume
  • Complete address and phone #  of performance location
  • Private Dressing Area with locking door.
  • Full Payment at the time of Ilona's arrival.  Sorry no personal cheques.
Hatha Yoga
Gentle Level Hatha-Vinyasa Mix Class.  Postures, Breathing Techniques, Relaxation and Concentration is the focus of the class. 
All Levels
Tribal Belly
Fusion style bellydance that is all about teamwork.  Join the tribe and learn bellydance the easy way in a follow the leader format.
Beginner to Advanced Level