Terms and Conditions
By attending class it is assumed that you agree to these terms and conditions.
All classes must be paid for ahead of the start of class. No exceptions.
Pleasanton City and Las Positas College collect payments for their classes. You can pay on line, by post, over the phone or in person, but all payments must be received at least two hours before the start of the class. If you pay within 24 hours of the start of the class please email me directly with confirmation and bring your receipt to the first class (as Pleasanton city is not always able to do this) - that way I can add you to my class list.
The Livermore class is"Pay as you go". There will be a cash purse by the door as you enter the studio. You can also go to the store page of this web site and pay on-line. Please pay before the start of the lesson. If you arrive late to the lesson please pay before joining in. I do not offer free classes or free taster sessions.
Monthly Class Passes are available for some classes and can be purchased through this web site "store" page, and offer a discount on classes. Monthly passes must be purchased before you attend your first class of the month and can be used in a range of classes within that month. Class passes can not be transfered between different people, or different months, although they may be used between venues where those passes are also accepted (not through classes organized by the City). Once purchased they can not be refunded. If you have an exceptional life event that means you can no longer attend the classes you have paid for, please contact Sara during the first week of the month. Beyond the first week of the month, class passes are no longer transferable under any circumstances.
The classes I teach are a form of Americanized belly dance.
I have studied many dance forms from a huge variety of countries and picked out the key moves I see reoccurring as my basic moves. Sometimes we focus on just one style (such as Saiidi from Egypt, or the folk dances of Turkey), while other times we blend styles for a more theatrical dance. My classes may or may not be like your previous experience of belly dance.
Please arrive in suitable clothing and be prepared to dance.
Suitable clothing is detailed in the FAQ. My insurers highlight the wearing of socks as a danger in dance classes and I must therefore ask that you either dance bare foot, or in soft soled shoes. If you hurt yourself because you slip on your socks, I will not take the blame. Dancers who chose to wear shoes must be wary of others dancing bare footed close to them and avoid injuring others. Please bring layers so you do not become too hot or cold during class.
Students must eat before attending class.
Please pack a light snack (fruit, energy bar), so that you don't feel weak or faint during the class. You are welcome to take a water break at any time.
No photos at any time.
You may not take photos or video during studio time (class time, preparation for class, packing up after class) without the permission of all those attending. You may not post any images or video on line without further permission from all those who attended the class. I can not provide information about who attended a class nor contact them for you. If you feel that a video of your dancing would help your learning, or you would like to video me we can arrange private lesson time to do that.
Your behavior is a reflection on my teaching.
Students are invited to attend events and enjoy outside performances. However it can damage my reputation if you behave in a way that may upset other dancers. Please do not take photos or video of dancers without their permission. Do not take photos or video in changing areas or of performers warming up or when "off duty". Locally it is normal to talk, shop and eat during some performances, but if you find yourself in the front couple of rows please don't. You can always move towards the back during a break. Please don't criticize or critique performers in a public setting - this would include, but is not limited to: the performance space; changing rooms; public areas at belly dance events; on line; group emails; class social events. Do not take illegal drugs while in a studio costume, studio t-shirt or while at an event where you may be associated with my studio. Smoking and drinking should be limited to a level that is socially acceptable at an event. Do not drink alcohol before class or a performance. Please feel free to check if I consider you "on or off duty" at any time during a belly dance event, show or performance.
Study widely.
I encourage wide study and you are welcome to take lessons with other teachers, to learn from videos, workshops and classes on line. If you are confused about a topic, or hear conflicting advice then feel free to email me for my thoughts or further discussion.
Commit to my teaching style.
In order to provide good teaching to all the student attending I may use exercises or teaching methods that do not suit your learning style. Sometimes this may seem like we are going over the work in too much detail, or repeating work we did last week. You may enjoy the drills more than the games or vice versa. I offer a huge variety of styles of learning to my students to help them understand the moves and topics and something that is not working for you may make more sense in a year or so. In the mean time I would like you to try everything I suggest.
If you have any questions about these terms and conditions please email me here :
All classes must be paid for ahead of the start of class. No exceptions.
Pleasanton City and Las Positas College collect payments for their classes. You can pay on line, by post, over the phone or in person, but all payments must be received at least two hours before the start of the class. If you pay within 24 hours of the start of the class please email me directly with confirmation and bring your receipt to the first class (as Pleasanton city is not always able to do this) - that way I can add you to my class list.
The Livermore class is"Pay as you go". There will be a cash purse by the door as you enter the studio. You can also go to the store page of this web site and pay on-line. Please pay before the start of the lesson. If you arrive late to the lesson please pay before joining in. I do not offer free classes or free taster sessions.
Monthly Class Passes are available for some classes and can be purchased through this web site "store" page, and offer a discount on classes. Monthly passes must be purchased before you attend your first class of the month and can be used in a range of classes within that month. Class passes can not be transfered between different people, or different months, although they may be used between venues where those passes are also accepted (not through classes organized by the City). Once purchased they can not be refunded. If you have an exceptional life event that means you can no longer attend the classes you have paid for, please contact Sara during the first week of the month. Beyond the first week of the month, class passes are no longer transferable under any circumstances.
The classes I teach are a form of Americanized belly dance.
I have studied many dance forms from a huge variety of countries and picked out the key moves I see reoccurring as my basic moves. Sometimes we focus on just one style (such as Saiidi from Egypt, or the folk dances of Turkey), while other times we blend styles for a more theatrical dance. My classes may or may not be like your previous experience of belly dance.
Please arrive in suitable clothing and be prepared to dance.
Suitable clothing is detailed in the FAQ. My insurers highlight the wearing of socks as a danger in dance classes and I must therefore ask that you either dance bare foot, or in soft soled shoes. If you hurt yourself because you slip on your socks, I will not take the blame. Dancers who chose to wear shoes must be wary of others dancing bare footed close to them and avoid injuring others. Please bring layers so you do not become too hot or cold during class.
Students must eat before attending class.
Please pack a light snack (fruit, energy bar), so that you don't feel weak or faint during the class. You are welcome to take a water break at any time.
No photos at any time.
You may not take photos or video during studio time (class time, preparation for class, packing up after class) without the permission of all those attending. You may not post any images or video on line without further permission from all those who attended the class. I can not provide information about who attended a class nor contact them for you. If you feel that a video of your dancing would help your learning, or you would like to video me we can arrange private lesson time to do that.
Your behavior is a reflection on my teaching.
Students are invited to attend events and enjoy outside performances. However it can damage my reputation if you behave in a way that may upset other dancers. Please do not take photos or video of dancers without their permission. Do not take photos or video in changing areas or of performers warming up or when "off duty". Locally it is normal to talk, shop and eat during some performances, but if you find yourself in the front couple of rows please don't. You can always move towards the back during a break. Please don't criticize or critique performers in a public setting - this would include, but is not limited to: the performance space; changing rooms; public areas at belly dance events; on line; group emails; class social events. Do not take illegal drugs while in a studio costume, studio t-shirt or while at an event where you may be associated with my studio. Smoking and drinking should be limited to a level that is socially acceptable at an event. Do not drink alcohol before class or a performance. Please feel free to check if I consider you "on or off duty" at any time during a belly dance event, show or performance.
Study widely.
I encourage wide study and you are welcome to take lessons with other teachers, to learn from videos, workshops and classes on line. If you are confused about a topic, or hear conflicting advice then feel free to email me for my thoughts or further discussion.
Commit to my teaching style.
In order to provide good teaching to all the student attending I may use exercises or teaching methods that do not suit your learning style. Sometimes this may seem like we are going over the work in too much detail, or repeating work we did last week. You may enjoy the drills more than the games or vice versa. I offer a huge variety of styles of learning to my students to help them understand the moves and topics and something that is not working for you may make more sense in a year or so. In the mean time I would like you to try everything I suggest.
If you have any questions about these terms and conditions please email me here :
Terms and Conditions for Performers:
Thank you for agreeing to perform with me. Please take a moment to read through this list and contact me with any questions before our next performance:
While you are at an event you represent me and my dance school. Please keep this in mind.
While you are at an event you represent me and my dance school. Please keep this in mind.
- Don’t get drunk, take drugs, pick up strangers or run around naked..... Keep it classy!
- You should carry personal public liability insurance when performing. You are not covered by my insurance.
- Do not bring swords or fire props to events where we are performing unless you are performing that prop with another teacher. If you travel or perform with a sword or fire prop, make sure your insurance company is aware. We will never perform with swords or fire as a troupe or soloists under my studio name.
- Please keep all comments about other performers positive. If you hate what they are doing, stay silent.
- If you feel there is a problem with an event we are attending, please speak to me privately - however, you should simply leave if you feel endangered.
- Be nice to everyone. Smile at the doorman, the traders, the helpers, the other dancers and at me. Don’t let stress stop you from being sunny and happy all day.
- Love and support your troupies and team. We have some great people coming to support us – give them a day to remember.
- Please don’t take pictures in the changing area if other people are around. People get really stressed about that.
- Please stay in costume after the performance and move to a quiet area for some photos. If you have someone who would like to take your photo (or a photo of our group), please ask them to take their photo at that time. Please check with the venue if they can take photos of us on the stage. If someone from your support team gets some great photos of us on stage, please ask them to share. I’m sure everyone would love to see.
- Did I say you have to have lots of FUN!!
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