Classes

Level 1

A beginner-friendly 60-minute introduction to FatChanceBellyDance® style. After a brief warm-up, you'll learn fundamental movements and the shared vocabulary that allows dancers to improvise together as a group. Using visual cues and a common movement language, students build confidence, coordination, and the foundational skills needed for continued FCBD® training—all while having fun in a supportive environment.

What To Bring: Hip scarf (something to wear around your hips), comfortable clothing, i.e yoga pants, water, dance shoes

AGES: 15 & up

WHEN: Thursdays 6:00pm-7:00pm

WHERE: The Evergreen Ballroom - Latin Room

6088 Crater Lake Ave, Central Point, OR 97502

COST: $10 per class which can be paid at the beginning of each class. No need to pre-register.

(The class is on-going and repeats every other month)

Level 2

Building on Level 1 fundamentals, this 60-minute intermediate class deepens your movement vocabulary with more complex footwork, shimmies, pivots, and undulations. You’ll refine posture, transitions, and musicality while strengthening your ability to lead and follow using FCBD®’s visual cue system. No choreography—just focused practice on group improvisation, costuming guidelines, and the fluid coordination that defines this style.

What To Bring: Hip scarf (something to wear around your hips), comfortable clothing, i.e yoga pants, water, dance shoes

WHO: Students who have completed level 1 and can lead and follow all level 1 movements

WHEN: Thursdays 7:00pm-8:00pm

WHERE: The Evergreen Ballroom - Latin Room

6088 Crater Lake Ave, Central Point, OR 97502

COST: $10 per class which can be paid at the beginning of each class. No need to pre-register.

(The class is on-going)

Level 3

This advanced 60-minute class is for dancers who have mastered Levels 1 and 2. You'll expand your capabilities with sophisticated movement concepts and dynamic movement qualities. The curriculum focuses on synchronized improvisation, nuanced cue work, and a more intricate FCBD® vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on refining technique, deepening group coordination, and preparing for high-level performance within the FCBD® style framework.

WHEN: Tuesdays 6:00pm-7:00pm

WHERE: The Evergreen Ballroom - Smooth Room

6088 Crater Lake Ave, Central Point, OR 97502

COST: $10 per class which can be paid at the beginning of each class. No need to pre-register.

(The class is on-going)

Sword classes

Ready to add some steel to your movement vocabulary? This 60-minute class explores the "slow sword dialect" of FCBD® style, where you'll learn to balance, grip, and move with a sword as an extension of your body. You'll master directional cuts, weight transfers, and fluid transitions that blend seamlessly with FCBD®'s rhythmic patterns and group improvisation framework. Focused, playful practice on handling your prop while staying connected to the precision and cue awareness that defines this style. Come sharpen your skills and dance with confidence!

What to bring: Your sword(s) and a headband or scarf.

WHEN: Tuesdays 7:00pm-8:00pm (Every Tuesday except the last Tuesday of each month which is a skirt class)

WHERE: The Evergreen Ballroom - Smooth Room

6088 Crater Lake Ave, Central Point, OR 97502

COST: $10 per class which can be paid at the beginning of each class. No need to pre-register.

(The class is on-going)

Skirt classes

Ready to let your skirt do the talking? This 60-minute class is all about making your costume work for you! You'll learn to execute FCBD® steps with flair while wearing your skirt, master skirt-specific techniques and transitions, and discover how to create those gorgeous, flowing visuals that make FCBD® group improvisation so mesmerizing. No choreography—just pure, focused fun on handling your costume while staying sharp on the precision and cue awareness that defines this style. Come dance, twirl, and shine!

What to bring: A 25yd (or bigger) skirt

WHEN: The last Tuesday of every month 7:00pm-8:00pm

WHERE: The Evergreen Ballroom - Smooth Room

6088 Crater Lake Ave, Central Point, OR 97502

COST: $10 per class which can be paid at the beginning of each class. No need to pre-register.

(The class is on-going)

Private lessons

Both Kristi and Heather teach private lessons for $30.00 each. Private lessons are a great way to refine technique and really grow as a dancer. Email us if you are interested in setting up private lessons.