Highland Dance Workshop with Kristy Van Hoven February 11, 1-3pm; $25 Originating in the Highlands of Scotland; Scottish dance is the most ancient of Celtic dancing. Flings and Sword dances and Reels are the most well known of these dances but the variety of steps, music and dances seem endless. This workshop will teach students… [Continue Reading]
Balance and Stability Workshop with Laylah February 18, 1-3pm; $25 This workshop provides easy exercises to improve your body’s balance. There will be standing and sitting exercises and a stability ball will be utilized for a portion of the class. Some stability balls will be available; however you are welcome to bring your own. Wear… [Continue Reading]
Zumba Basic Instructor Training This course teaches you the foundation and formula to teach a Zumba® class. You will learn the steps to four basic rhythms (merengue, salsa, cumbia, reggaeton). You ll learn how to put these steps together into a song, and how to create your first Zumba class. We ll provide you with… [Continue Reading]
Zumbatomic Instructor Training Kids love to crank up the music, shake, wiggle and have a blast with their friends. So why not get fit while they\re at it? This Specialty course teaches you how to fuse the Zumba program\s unique formula with the psychology and physiology relevant to teaching kids ages 4-12. You\ll learn how… [Continue Reading]
Shimmy, Twirl and Lock: A Belly Dance Sampler Including Cabaret, American Tribal Style (TM) and Steampunk There are many unique and interesting styles of belly dance with different movement, costuming and music. Learn about the three most popular styles and find the right one for you. Cabaret style is often seen in restaurants and shows. Dancers… [Continue Reading]
Developing Your Own Dance Practice- Do you struggle with maintaining a practice schedule at home? Do you wish you knew what to do to supplement your weekly classes? Sadiya will teach you how to create your own dance practice at home utilizing whatever time is available to you. She will teach you the basics of… [Continue Reading]
Zumbathon to benefit ALS Come and party with local zumba instructors to benefit ALS. RIDS instructors- Sadiya, Tirza, and Laura will be bringing in some hula, shimmy and Bollywood fitness to add to the party. Raffle, door prizes, vendors and each participant will get a special gift. Northrup Gym-tickets can be purchased in advance at… [Continue Reading]
Dharma Vinyasa Yoga Workshop This workshop will teach you the Dharma I series, created by Sri Dharma Mittra. The series reintegrates the flow of prana throughout the spinal column and facilitates the movement of the vital life force deep into all areas of the physical, metabolic, intuitive and bliss bodies. This promotes harmony within all… [Continue Reading]
Zumbatomic Family Dance Party Looking for a fun, family friendly activity that you can do with all ages? Come be one of the first to experience Zumbatomic in Rochester. Your family will love to dance together to specially choreographed routines to the latest pop music. Join Rochester International Dance Studio’s Zumbatomic certified instructors for a dance… [Continue Reading]
Dance Fitness Sampler- Hula, Belly Dance, Bollywood and Zumba Dance fitness classes have exploded all over Rochester. Come and see what all the excitement is about and learn which class is right for you. You will sample Hula Fitness, Zumba, Shimmy Fit (Belly Dance fitness) and Bollywood Fit. There is no question that dance fitness… [Continue Reading]
Social Dance Sampler – Suave & Sophisticated (& Tons of Fun Too)!- If you have two left feet and no rhythm, this class is for you! Are you still doing the “prom hang” like you did back in high school? Isn’t it time you learned something a little more sophisticated when it comes to social… [Continue Reading]
Would you like to look as good on the dance floor as you’ll look in your gown & tuxedo? Do you want to do more than sway back & forth in a circle? We will introduce the basic elements of several common, popular social dances in this 1 ½ hr workshop that will cover the… [Continue Reading]
“Sadiya’s instruction embraces the incredible truth that women of all ages and backgrounds are unique and beautiful! She provides each individual with special attention and positive feedback. Her classes are a fun and joyful exploration of the fine art of belly dance.” – Kim
“Thank you Terri, you are truly a wonderful person, you are the first person I talked with when I was interested in taking classes at the studio and while I still had to get over a lot of my initial fear, you are a very important part of my feeling more confident with dance and more confident in life. Read more…
