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Basic Egyptian Bellydance Technique--Rajni of Sulukule presents a 6-week basics class focused on Egyptian style dance and rhythms. No dance experience required and all are welcome. Drop-ins welcome.

Capoeira Angola Yoga Fusion--Capoeira Angola is a traditional Afro-Brazilian martial art disguised and practiced as a dance.  It incorporates the use of musical instruments, call and response songs, and unique movements to create the jogo of game, which refers to a partnered practice/competition.  Practicing Capoeira Angola develops total body strength and overall conditioning, while promoting dynamic coordination and balance.  it provides an excellent warm-up and partner for Hatha Yoga, creating an invigorating, intense, and fun-filled class.  Try this fusion of Capoeira and Yoga if you are looking fora fitness class to improve overall strength, flexibility and coordination, and if you'd like to experience a workout as fun as it is vigorous.  Ongoing, Drop-in.

Chakra Bellydance--This is a unique practice that integrates the core isolations of traditional styles of bellydance with yoga. tantric work, trance dance & creative visualization.  A treat for the novice & experienced dancer, you will learn how to take your dance in the realm of ecstatic prayer & daily practice. Baraka's dance circles are for women only, are appropriate for all skill levels & are *not* performance driven.  Coin belts are not recommended.  Bring a yoga mat for abdominal work & stretching, and dress in comfortable clothing easy to move in.  Offered the 2nd Friday of every month unless otherwise noted. Donation based, drop-in.

Chen Style Taijiquan Practical Method--The objective of this class is the development of agility, balance, power, coordination, speed and reaction time within the context of a traditional Chinese martial art. The form and function of Taijiquean will be explored through hands-on instruction, partner work and '"push hands" exercises. Drop-ins welcome.

Intermediate/Advanced Tribal Style Bellydance--By invitation of instructor. Have fun while learning advanced technique, layering, floor patterns, music interpretation, luscious combos, finger cymbals and performance oriented choreography-this is where it gets exciting!  Students in this class have the opportunity to perform as a group or develop their individual dancing repertoire. 6-weeks of tribal basics or invitation of instructor required to attend this class. Drop-ins welcome.

Jive & Play for Parent & Child--Join Zumba instructor Michelle Sharkey Vaught for this frolicking fun dance and play time, designed for 18 months to 3 years and their caregiver. *4-week class, Pre-registration required.*

Little Dragons Kung Fu--Designed for 3-5 yr olds, this class will be a fun introduction to Chinese exercise and martial arts. Class includes such activities as stretching, animal interaction, interactive games and Qigong exercises.  Each child should be accompanied by a participating guardian.  **Pre-registration required.

Nia--is a path to condition heal and express yourself through movement and sensation. Nia is desgined for Any Body. A dynamic blend of dance arts, martial arts and healing arts.  Nia balances technical precision with free-form expression.  Nia brings the body, mind, emotions and spirit to optimum health through music, movement and self-expression, guided by the sensation of Pleasure.  Practiced barefoot to music, each person is invited to move at his or her own level of intensity.  Drop-ins welcome.

Poi Spinning/Open Studio--Glow Poi, Sock Poi, Veil Poi, Poi spinning is a form of juggling that involves swinging a ball on a cord around the body.  Join others for this supervised practice session. All levels welcome.

Teen Yoga--Practiced with their own age group, yoga helps teens feel better in their bodies, have more energy, and gives them effective tools to deal with everyday stress. Teen Yoga instructor Michelle Benson provides an atmosphere of patience, compassion and humor! No experience necessary. Drop=ins welcome.

Tribal Style Bellydance Basics---Learn the ancient art of middle eastern dance! This ongoing low-impact class teaches the basic foundations of bellydance; safe posture, technique, dance conditioning, and core isolations.  Students will learn short simple combos, basic veil work and improvisational dancing. Veils and hip scarves are provided, we dance barefoot or in ballet slippers. Start anytime, Drop-ins welcome.

Zumba!--join two of Athens favorite instructors for this high energy aerobic workout that combines interval training with latin music!  Salsa, ChaCha, bellydance rumba and more! No experience necessary, just join the party! Drop-ins welcome.