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“Your classes this winter were a big part of my prenatal birth plan. I hope to use some of the moves at my birth and will bring the Drummers of the Nile CD to the hospital. Thanks!”
“My 7yr. old daughter and I recently participated in the workshop you did at CCE. I loved the dancing and the information you gave about the dances and about body image and cultural implications…what great work you are doing empowering the female in our lives!”
“As your student I get exposed to much more than technique. I get history and a connection to the past, present and future aspects of who I am and can become as a woman. Thank you for sharing your passion.”
“I really want to thank you… You've taught us more than just how to execute the moves. And, I have a lot more to offer now because of it.”
“I am having such a great time and you are an awesome teacher. I haven't felt so free and accepted in a very long time. You rock!”
"I am so grateful... I wish every woman in the world would have an opportunity to take your class."
ONGOING CLASSES
Explore the ancient art of this proud and joyful form. On-going classes and special workshops are offered in Portland and Brunswick for all levels from beginner to professional. We study the techniques of both Raqs Sharqi (performance-style) and Raqs Beledi (folkloric) through group and solo choreography and improvisational exercises as well as music, costuming and history. Private coaching and semi-private classes available by appointment.WORKSHOPS
Jamileh offers a number of workshops including "Gathering the Gifts of Women", “Mother & Daughter Belly Dance” and “Pre-Natal Belly Dance”. She will also design specialty workshops suited to your specific needs, by request.EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Jamileh offers educational workshops with an emphasis on culture or body image suitable for all levels of school age children, youth and adults. She offers these as a solo artist or teamed with accomplished musicians incorporating both music and dance in an interactive setting. Educational and community hosts include: Bowdoin College, the University of Southern Maine, the University of New England, The Children's Museum of Maine, The Girl Scouts of America, Bristol Consolidated School, Hollis Elementary School, Cape Elizabeth, Falmouth & Scarborough Middle Schools, Reiche Elementary School and Thornton Academy among others.PLAYSHOPS
Complete with sparklies! For women and girls’ birthdays, wedding/baby showers, etcetera.PERFORMANCE
Jamileh is a favorite at many cultural events including The American Arabic Benevolent Association’s 25th Anniversary Gala, The 37th National Melkite Convention, The 66th National Folk Festival with Sharq Arabic Music Ensemble, The American Folk Festival, "From Kef to Classical" I & II, The Festival of Cultural Exchange, “The Vagina Monologues” at Merrill Auditorium and The Center for Cultural Exchange’s “Kef North”. She is honored to have been the resident dancer with the late, great Alan Shavarsh Bardezbanian Middle Eastern Ensemble and is delighted to continue performing with the wonderful Okbari Middle Eastern Music Ensemble and Alhan Arabic Music Ensemble. Audiences have described her shows as “elegant”, “breathtaking” and “authentically Arabic”. Jamileh is available to perform for weddings, festivals, haflis and other cultural celebrations. Please see Special Events Page for a list of upcoming performances.
Questions? Call (207) 773-2966.
WINTER SESSION
WEEKLY BELLY DANCE
Tuesdays at Full Circle Synergy School, 500 Forest Avenue, Portland
MORNING
MIXED LEVELS - 9:15-10:15 am
1/10-3/20 for 10 weeks (no class 2/21), $120/10 week session - Register NOW through Portland Adult Education.EVENING
BEGINNER I & II - 5:30-6:40 pm
1/10-3/20 for 10 weeks (no class 2/21), $120/10 week session - Register NOW through Jamileh.
INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED*
Featuring Live Music with Okbari - 6:50-8:00pm1/10-3/20 for 10 weeks (no class 2/21), $130/10 week session - Register NOW through Jamileh.
QIGONG FOR BELLY DANCE
With Ian Gamble of Full Circle Synergy
In this class we will focus on the spine and the 3 Dan Tian's of Chinese Qigong. The spine provides structure, connection and integration between the 3 Dan Tian's. According to Chinese Qigong, the lower Dan Tian is the center of energy for one's physicality and sexuality, the middle Dan Tian is the center of energy for one's heart/mind, while the upper Dan Tian is the center of energy for one's spirit. We will explore a variety of ways to open and activate the spine physically, energetically and emotionally. In addition we will explore ways to cultivate, activate and integrate the three Dan Tians to energize your belly dance in new ways.
This amazing class will return in the format of two Saturday workshops. Stay tuned for details!
MONTHLY GIFTS OF WOMEN
Sundays at Full Circle Synergy School, 500 Forest Avenue, Portland
GATHERING THE GIFTS OF WOMEN
Using the movement techniques of belly dance, along with conversation, meditation, literature and art, join us as we delve deeper into the power of settling into our sensual selves and celebrating the amazing gifts we bring to the world simply because we are women. This is a mixed levels class.
3 Sundays, 1:00-4:00pm, 1/8, 2/5 & 3/4. The exchange for all three is $105; or $85 for any two. To register or for more information, please contact Jamileh via email or telephone.
QUARTERLY MOTHER & DAUGHTER BELLY DANCE
Sundays at Full Circle Synergy School, 500 Forest Avenue, Portland
MOTHER & DAUGHTER BELLY DANCE
Belly dance is a celebration of women and life at all phases. What a wonderful thing to share with each other! Mothers and daughters can be birth, adoptive, grand, step, god, in-law, aunt, niece, sister, cousin, partner or just good friend. All experience levels welcome. Mother & Daughter Belly Dance Workshops are benefit workshops. 100% of your class fee will be donated to a local organization that also celebrates women. Past beneficiaries include Maine Women's Fund, Birth Roots, Hardy Girls Healthy Women, Planned Parenthood of Northern New England, La Leche League Portland/South Portland, Midwives of Maine, A Company of Girls, Preble Street Women's Shelter, Real Life Real Talk and a special to the Lebanese Red Cross.
Sunday, TBA, 1-2:30pm. $25/couple to benefit TBA.
POLICIES & REGISTRATION
Class size is limited. Pre-registration is highly recommended. Students are encouraged to make up missed classes at any other regularly scheduled class within the session. For weekly classes, a 10% discount is offered to full time university students, United States Military Veterans, anyone 60 and better, mother and daughter(s) enrolled in the same series and anyone taking 2 or more classes per week (one discount per person.)
DROP-INS will be welcomed at $15.00/class only if class limit is not met.
ALL STUDENTS (except one-time workshop only) will need a set of finger cymbals (musical instrument, not decorative), which are available through instructor. Intermediate through professional level students will also need a veil. Please do not purchase either until after the first class.
DRESS COMFORTABLY - a skirt or yoga pants, a fitted rather than bulky top, bare feet, and a sash to tie around one’s hips (not necessary, but helpful.)
Please see Registration Page to register.
Jamileh ~ 189 St. John St. ~ Portland, ME 04102 ~ (207) 773-2966 ~ E-mail