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What is Alaska Awalim?

     Alaska Awalim offers regular classes in Raqs Sharqi Belly Dance as well as an ongoing prenatal/post-partum fitness program, Dancing Thru Pregnancy, and MotherDance- a prenatal Belly Dance fitness program.

 

 

What does Awalim mean?

     Awalim - during late 18th to early 19th centuries, this term referred to a highly educated group of entertainers (almeh, singular) proficient in music and dance who performed as a group in the homes of the wealthy, as well as at weddings and community celebrations. Considered ‘learned women,’ they were respected for their mawaal, or improvised song.*

     Alaska Awalim maintains a holistic approach to the interrelation of dance, music and art.
We also believe that dance, music and art, in conjunction with nutrition, education and community are key components to living a healthy, well balanced life. As such, raqs sharqi and mother dance can play valuable roles in physical, emotional and social healing, but you’d never guess because it’s disguised as just plain fun! Dancing Thru Pregnancy is a fitness program specifically designed for pregnant and postpartum mothers, clinically proven to be effective at improving birth outcome and mother’s health.

     As a school for oriental dance and art, we strive to give students a well rounded education in the dance, music and culture of the Middle East, past and present. Whether you are looking for an entertaining fitness or music class or have ambitions of becoming an Almeh yourself, you will find here a wealth of information, inspiration and fun!

     As entertainers, we provide a variety of performance options from classic Egyptian style to modern international pop and fusion pieces. We will work with you to find the perfect presentation for your wedding, birthday, office party or other event.

     As fitness specialists, we can tailor classes and private lessons to your unique needs no matter what phase of life you find yourself in.



*Reference:
Nugent, Marilee, Cairo, Mother of the World—Mother of the Dance
www.venusbellydance.com/documents/Cairo-Mother-of-Dance.doc