Classes
Muscle Technique and Flexibility
Sundays 10am-11am.
Mecca (451B Chair Ave, Lexington, KY).
Alyssum shares her extensive background in anatomy and physiology, her understanding of dance, and experience as a contortionist to help you improve flexibility, gain strength, and build muscle memory. The class is open for dancers and non-dancers, but we will work on muscle technique that is appropriate for bellydance taught at Mecca. You will learn how to access the snake in your belly, how to isolate like a pro, and improve your flexibility for general well-being. Appropriate for all levels.
Wear comfortable clothing, and please bring a yoga mat if you have one (Mecca has a few to share).
Class Fees:
drop-in rate: $10/hr; $12/1.5hr (unless otherwise specified)
5-class card: $45/5-1 hr classes; $55/5- 1.5hr classes
10-class card: $75/10-1 hr classes; $95/10-1.5 hr classes
Class cards must be used within 3 months of purchase.
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Alyssum teaches tribal style bellydance, and tends to focus on muscle technique. She loves working with students, helping them to understand their bodies, and enjoy the dance. She is available for private lessons, semi-private lessons, and workshops ("Isolation Elation", "Pump up the Funk!", "Tribal Style Improvisation", or "Dedicated Flexibility"). Please contact her for rates, or if you're interested in setting up regular classes at your local health/fitness club.
Sometimes Alyssum substitutes for Sri Tarasita at Mecca, so you might catch a class with her there!
What Students Say
"I have been taking private lessons from alyssum for about 4 months. She is great at breaking down the muscle use and has a wonderful way of teaching... if you have the opportunity to take this class you will not be sorry"
--S. S-Adams
"You are a great teacher, able to explain just what we need to hear and encouraging ... So your patience is very much appreciated. You also have good skill at knowing how long to stay on certain exercises or moves and how to move the class along fast enough without overwhelming us.
I know I am much more motivated to learn than I thought I would be and I'll bet lots of other ladies would probably say the same. I actually have a glimmer of hope I might be able to put some of these moves together in a decent fashion at some point in the future!"
--J. Wehlage
"I am inspired by your focus"
--B. A. Voeller
"I feel so fortunate to know you and you have inspired me since the day I met you. Ahem, you ARE one of Bodhicitta's influences... Alyssum Pohl as a soloist as well as a strong addition to the aMAZing Rakadu Gypsy."
--G. Lister
"Thanks for being such a fabulous teacher!! - You are a beautiful dancer! ...And I thoroughly enjoy your teaching style, attention to detail, and ability to make the dance so much fun!! You know, infectious songs, interesting hats and footwear, etc!!"
--L. Gilbert
"I really enjoy your classes."
--C. McInally
"...she's a dance teacher, I suggest you take her classes. They're fahkin MINT!"
--J. Kennedy
"What a great dance teacher, she brings humour and light heartedness into her teaching, helping her students feel comfortable and relaxed in taking risks. I've become a much better dancer since studing with Alyssum, I know what muscles are being engaged, and what I personally need to improve my style."
--S. Rowan
OmBellyCo
OmBellyCo is the Boston-based troupe that Alyssum coached 2004-2008. She could not ask for a kinder, more dedicated group of ladies to hwork with, and is proud of their accomplishments.