Flashbacks

So I wanted to share something beautiful that one of my recent students wrote on her blog!! Emily Harris is an awesome talented photographer that recently joined my classes here at my new dance Academy in Pembroke Pines. I thought I had just met her in my level 1 class. The funny thing was that it seems that we had already met long time ago, and we didn't even know it :) Read Below:

Wedding flashback {dreamsbellydance}by Emily Harris
Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 6:45am

December 8, 2009

I’ve recently began taking belly dancing classes at Dreams Bellydance Academy with Nathalie Zarate. I thought that it would be a fun thing to learn before my wedding in October 2010. It has been such a fun experience! Nathalie is super talented, and a fantastic instructor. Seeing that I literally have no rhythm, Nathalie says I am making great progress. I highly recommend Dreams Bellydance Academy to all brides-to-be.

So the point of this blog entry is that at last night’s class something clicked, besides my hips and finger symbols. I finally realized why Nathalie always seemed so familiar. I flashed back to a wedding that I shot early last year at the Rusty Pelican where a belly dancer performed. I remember this performance so vividly because it was during that performance I decided that one day I would take belly dancing classes. This morning, I looked back though my archives, and surely enough Nathalie was the one performing at the wedding. What a small world, although maybe not so small seeing that Nathalie is the best in South Florida.

I wanted to share a few pictures I pulled up from her performance.

I finally Did it!!!

I hope you are well; I just wanted to share something with you:

Ever since I was a little girl I believed in my dreams. Today, I feel blessed for all the wonderful things that I have accomplished since I am in this country. United States has giving me a lot of opportunities that i never thought possible before. I am grateful to God for allowing all of this in my life.

I want to share with all of you the BIG News...

Finally I did it!!!

My long time DREAM has become a reality... 2 days ago I signed the lease and got the keys to my own dance studio, now DreamsBellydance Academy is not longer a dream, but a REALITY!

For those of you who know me a little bit more... you know how hard I have worked to make this happen, and how long a being waiting for this!

DreamsBellydance Academy will open its doors very soon for all of you to enjoy the amazing classes and programs. But now, I am launching a Special Pre-registration Promotion for the first 10 students of the school!! After we reach those 10 first students, prices are subject to change.

If you are one of those students , sign up now for our 4 week level 1 or level 2 program for only $89.99 . We will meet twice a week and we will get you starting as soon as the first class begins.

Call Us: (954)600-4478

I am committed to make DreamsBellydance Academy the perfect place for you!! You will have the opportunity to learn with highly recognized and talented instructors.

I hope to see you there!!

DreamsBellydance Academy
7909 Pines Blvd,
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
(Corner of University Dr and Pines Blvd)
Inside the College Plaza.

Why you love to bellydance??

It is awesome to see so many people enjoy this art form. Every year the belly dance community gets bigger and bigger, it seems that everywhere I go I meet someone who is either studying belly dancing or already performing it. It amazes me to see the way this art form is growing. It seems like it was yesterday when I walked into that class room in my native country wanting to become a dancer... no one in my family understood why I choose belly dancing, but I was sure and confident on what I wanted.
Today, after 9 years of becoming an instructor, performer, producer and book author...I can definitely tell you that I will do it all over again!

When I moved to the United States I thought that I will have to put my passion in hold because of the responsibilities I had in a new country. I was so nervous and scared because I barely spoke English back then... But it was few months later when I was dining in a Greek Restaurant and got inspired by the dancer performing...She had long black hair, beautiful body, a white beaded costume, dark brown skin , and her eyes were beautifully shaped by the awesome make-up she was wearing.... It was there when I said to myself, "why I'm not performing? This is what I do, this is who I am".... A billion questions went through my head.... and there I decided that I had to get back to my real passion ..."dancing".

Today, I know why I love to belly dance and most of all I know why I love to share my passion with others.... my question is: DO YOU KNOW WHY YOU LOVE TO BELLY DANCE???

This passion that I have for dancing keeps growing every day and I always want to do more...I want to create, choreograph, perform, teach, and more...

I hope that God keeps blessing me with this wonderful opportunity to express myself through dancing, but specially to grow the ability to teach others... ;)

Tell me why you love to belly dance....

Blessings,
Nathalie

The Beauty of Dance

When I think of the most beautiful moments of my life, nothing compares to how wonderful it was for me to continue my dance career. Today with this wonderful life I have, I have unforgettable moments and I have met many wonderful people. In these moments I thank God for blessing me with the talent of my dancing, but above all things, for giving me the opportunity to touch the souls of others, and for the inspiration I get from everyone. I am convinced that besides the evil going on in the world, God has a plan for us all, and when we follow the plan with our hearts, nothing can stand in our way. I am grateful for the opportunity to produce, direct, create, dance, and even write such beautiful experiences. Today and always, I will continue dancing and carrying forward my plan, nothing will stop the passion I feel for the dance and for my work. I will continue to inspire others to keep following their hearts. But most of all, i will keep teaching my students to never give up.

Blessings,
Nathalie

Bellydance Secrets Revealed!

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Well, that was until now, I have developed the perfect program that will help you understand what is that you need to do to achieve your goals. Now I tell you EVERYTHING, even the secrets that I had to find out on my own. With over 9 years of experience in this dance industry, and over 15 year of dance background, I can assure you that my Bellydance Secrets Revealed Program will provide the perfect technique, nutrition, exercises, and tips to get you further in your dance career. All you really need is dedication and my tips and tricks to help you achieve what you want!! So what are you waiting for?? Start your Journey TODAY!! Get my latest Secrets Revealed Program and get $200.00 worth of Free bonuses.

Bonus: A list of Nathalie's 10 Favorite performance songs
Bonus: Two 10% discount coupons for all online merchandise
Bonus: Nathalie's weekday dancers meal plan to stay in shape
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Our Price: $37.00No shipping & handling!

For more information visit my site: http://www.nathaliebellydance.com/

Nathalie performing live in Miami

Bellydance Classes for Beginner's

Belly dance Classes for Beginner's
Starting July 9th at 7:30pm

(NEXT 4 WEEK BEGINNERS Level 1 PROGRAM STARTS November 2nd 2009)

This class will introduce the fundamental of Belly dance. You will be exploring such movements as the figure 8, hip circles, ribcage circles, hip bumps, lifts, twists and shimmies! Nathalie will break down the movements that are the foundation of all styles of belly dance. You will learn proper dance posture, traveling steps, turns, graceful arm movements, and veil work.

For information and registration in Broward,
please call (954)600-4478


Classes are held at:
7909 Pines Blvd Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
CALL US: (954)600-4478

Check out my up-coming Schedule!

Is Belly Dancing Good For Weight Loss?

Is Belly Dancing Good For Weight Loss?

In physical exercise, aerobic exercise literally means "with oxygen", and
refers to the use of oxygen in muscles' energy-generating process. Aerobic
exercise, which is also referred to as Cardio, includes any type of exercise,
typically those performed at moderate levels of intensity for extended
periods of time, that maintain an increased heart rate. In such exercise,
oxygen is used to "burn" fats and glucose.


“But why do people think they have to get on a treadmill or bike at the gym
to do their Cardio?” says Rafael Moret,CSCS, President of South Florida
Fitness BootCamp (http://www.southfloridafitnessbootcamp.com/ ). “After a while walking on the
treadmill or riding the bike at the gym is boring, and you don’t want that”.
People should only do their cardio indoors once per week, if that... the rest of the
aerobic workout should come from another activity. People should have
fun with their workouts and develop habits that will become part of their
lifestyle.


Belly Dancing is a GROWING Trend and awesome way to burn calories.
According to Dr. Edward R. Laskowski,M.D.-"Belly dancing can burn 250-300
calories per hour. "...Belly-dancing and other types of dance can be good exercises for weight loss.
In fact, you can burn as many calories belly-dancing as you can walking, swimming or riding a bike.
As with any physical activity, however, the weight-loss benefits of belly-dancing depend on several factors —
including the frequency and length of your workouts and your exertion level.

If you’re tired of going to the gym, tired of working out to music that doesn't
inspire you, then why not dance and get a great workout at the same time
to music you’ll love. It is perfect for those who want to burn calories and
learn how to sway their hips and make your belly move !!!

“The reason we encourage dance class vs. aerobic class is because of the
Lifestyle enhancing qualities it provides,” says Moret. Exercising has to be
part of your life not just a phase, if you are looking to lose weight or simply
stay in shape. Sometimes, aerobic classes are very repetitious and don’t
actually teach skills you can use.

If you live in the South Florida Area, then you need to go learn with THE BEST...
Check out http://www.nathaliebellydance.com/ and start moving your way to weight loss, hip shaking and a ton of FUN

Belly dance classes by Nathalie

If you've ever been curious about trying a belly dance class, here is your opportunity.
Belly dancing is a great way to combine exercise and fun...Discover the beautiful YOU!
Learn flexibility, grace, and muscle control with beautiful rhythms in a fun, supportive environment.
Have fun, develop self confidence and get in shape!!
We offer belly dance lessons for all levels, beginners, intermediate, and advanced students.

WHY TAKING MY CLASSES???
Well...because I give you the FACTS!! style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">JUST REMEMBER IT IS UP TO YOU!

Belly dance Level 2 with Nathalie

Mondays and Thursdays at 8:15pm-

Dreamsbellydance Academy
7909 Pines Blvd
Pembroke Pines,FL 33024

In This class Nathalie will focus on refining technique (layering, traveling, turns, elements of ballet to improve posture in belly dance. etc.), working on stage presence and improvisation. The class will also include presentation of Middle Eastern rhythms to help students with improvisation and the understanding of finger cymbals.

Students who have taken Beginning Belly Dance 1 and 2 can move to an Intermediate level class. Students who studied with other instructors and have mastered the basics can enroll in this class. (Finger Cymbals and Veil required)



Get ready to dance! You will continue to perfect your fundamental skills while learning new steps and combinations. The focus of this class will rotate each session between Middle Eastern Rhythms and Zills, Layering, Combinations, Musical Interpretation and Choreography. We will also be incorporating elements of ballet to improve your posture in bellydance.