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The advanced class at The Center for Body & Soul, photo taken by Liz.

Magda is a patient and thorough instructor, friendly and personable, breaking down everything in such a way that the greenest beginners have no trouble understanding what she teaches. Her classes are energetic and fun, and everyone leaves class with a smile.

Some of the styles of dance she teaches includes: Egyptian, Turkish, Saidi, Beledi, Gypsy (Roma), and Tunisian.

Any age or size can take her classes. Because this is a low-impact aerobic workout, it’s suitable for almost everyone. She cautions students to move within their ability and encourages them to improvise if something is uncomfortable. While it is true that it’s mostly women who take Magda’s classes, men are also very welcome.

She currently offers classes at two locations:

Center For Body & Soul (Palos Heights)

Palos Health & Fitness Center (Orland Park)

Advice for beginning students: You will want to wear something to class that you can move in easily, like a leotard or loose-fitting pants. Magda prefers her beginning students not wear skirts, so she can see what the legs are doing. If you don’t already have a hip scarf, you can purchase or borrow one for use in class. If you have health concerns, it is always wise to speak to your physician before beginning any exercise program.

Magda is fully insured as both an event hoster and as an instructor.

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To contact Magda directly call:
773-315-2122 or e-mail for more information.

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Class Locations

Center for Body and Soul
12530 S. Harlem Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
Phone: 708-448-2221

E-mail
www.youbewell.com

Beginning Belly Dance	Intermediate Belly Dance	Advanced Belly Dance
Wednesdays	Thursdays	Thursdays
6:45-7:45pm & 8:00-9:00pm	6-7pm	7:15-8:15pm

Wednesday: The next 8-week session starts July 9th
Preregistration and payment is required. $80 for the session.
Thursday: The next 8-week session starts July 10th
Preregistration and payment is required. $80 for the session.

All students must take 1 session of Beginning class before moving up with instructor approval. Only students with prior instructor-led belly dance instruction – at least 6 months – will be considered for the Intermediate class without attending the beginning class first. No exceptions will be made.

Register for classes by calling: 708-448-2221 Magda cannot register you; you must call the Center for Body & Soul.

Palos Health & Fitness Center
15430 W. Avenue (at 153rd St.)
Orland Park, IL 60462
Phone: 708-226-0555

Map       www.palosfitness.com

Classes are on Mondays; sessions are 6 weeks.

Belly Dance Basics 7-8pm	Intermediate Belly Dance 8:15-9:15pm (you must have had Beginning before)
Next session begins September 15th	Next session begins September 15th

All Levels Class
6 weeks - 7pm

Member fee is $45.00, Non-member is $60.00

Membership not required.
Prices are subject to change; please confirm pricing with the studio or health club.

Register for classes by calling: 708-226-0555 Magda cannot register you; you must call Palos Health & Fitness.

Here’s what some of her students have had to say:

I want to say thanks for all the color you’ve brought into my life. I was looking at the stuff in my closet today and realized that most of my wardrobe was pretty bland until I started to take your classes. All the fun and feminine belly dance gear really perked up my wardrobe, not to mention the great lift the dance classes gave/still gives my spirit. – DP

Thank you for being such a wonderful teacher. I live for our class. This class has taken my self-esteem from the toilet to me really liking myself again. – DM

Thanks for the awesome belly dancing lessons. I truly enjoy it. – LP

Having Magda as a teacher brings on an experience of more than just taking a dance class... it’s a spiritual experience and it’s healing for the well being. I feel Magda’s class is this way because of her devotion, passion, and appreciation to this art form. I mean she genuinely cares...and shares! And she is devoted to her students! – AV

So many important changes have occurred in my life since I started taking Magda’s class. I have grown as a person, gained confidence and grace, and am a lot happier. – WW

[T]hank you for “lighting my fire” for belly dancing.  I love it, and your presentation, personality, spunk, and passion all played a huge role in my interest. – AB

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