I'm very excited to have you join my program! I love sharing the adventure of bellydance with people who want to broaden their horizons and experience the beauty of this art form.  You'll discover a new appreciation for your body, you'll make friends with the other students, and you'll love the mental escape that comes with music and movement.

​Here are helpful tips for the best class experience:
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HEALTH HISTORY

Are you a BRAND NEW student? ​Please complete Raena's "New Student Health Form".  This step is extra important if you have any prior injuries or health conditions.
STAY IN THE LOOP!

Join Raena's newsletter and/or private FB group via buttons below to be up-to-date on classes, events, as well as bonus material.
WhatsApp COMMUNICATIONS:

​Don't miss critical messages!  Raena uses the WhatsApp messenger to send out important messages, such as weather or illness, and to share practice videos or class recordings ( ZOOM & DropBox). 

Raena will send you an invite to join "chats" for the classes your are registered in.
Download ZOOM for your laptop or devices to participate in any online classes. 
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ONLINE STUDENTS:

You'll receive ZOOM class links within 72 hours of payment.  Register with ZOOM before your first class to avoid entry issues at the last minute.

Keep your meeting ID & password handy to log into class on time.  You can sync Zoom with your calendar for easy entry.

Raena opens ZOOM classes @ 5 min before start time so you can get your device ready. 

ZOOM classes can be quirky on occasion so patience is appreciated. 
  • Try a hardwired connection versus wi-fi.
  • If you have low band-width issues, try to reset your connection by leaving class and coming back in.  
  • Chronic band-width issues? Turn off your camera when you log on, to reduce the load.
  • Keep other family off wi-fi during your class, if possible.

If you want a large screen class experience, connect your device to a TV screen with an HDMI cable or app. 


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IN-PERSON/ STUDIO STUDENTS:
​Show up on time.

Silence your phone.

Bring a water bottle.

Dress code?  Wear exercise clothes, such as a sports bra, yoga pants, and tank top.  Fitted clothes let you see movements the best.  

Footwear? Bare feet, socks, or smooth bottom shoes.  Just be sure you can turn easily without twisting your knees.  

Hip scarf? Raena has loaners you can borrow for in-studio classes.  If want one of your very own, Amazon has a large selection.​
DUE TO COVID-19, MASKS ARE REQUIRED
​ FOR IN-STUDIO CLASSES. 
​In-person classes are ​held at
​ 8404 Stacy Rd Suite #200, 75072
CRAIG RANCH PLAZA (inside JDM School of Dance). ​