*SOLD OUT* Persian Dance Intensive | January 30-February 1, 2026

from $150.00

SOLD OUT - please only use the remainig deposit payment if you are already signed up.

Dates: Friday, January 30th - February 1st, 2026

Over 12 hours of dance and music immersing yourself in Ballet Afsaneh Persian Dance Technique, Choreography, Improvisation and more! Space is limited for individual attention so make sure to sign up early.

Friday:
5:30-8:30pm - Potluck Dinner + Lecture about Persian Dance History and Music with Musical Guest Workshop + Q&A - At Natalie’s house or another house in Oakland/Berkeley Area

Saturday:
12-2pm - Warm up + Technique Class + Spin Techniques
2:15-3:30 - Franklin Method Anatomy Workshop
3:45-6:30pm - Choreography

(Optional) Evening Activity TBA

Sunday:
11am-1pm - Warm up + Technique Class + Spin Techniques
1-2pm - Lunch
2-5pm - Choreography
6:30-7:30/8pm - Performance

Topics:

  • Dance and Music History

  • Hand and Arm Techniques

  • Stagecraft

  • Musicality

  • Adding a narrative element to your dance

  • Rhythm Explanation

  • Turning and Spin Techniques

  • Learn a short choreography to be performed Sunday evening

Cost:
$300 Early Bird
$350 after December 1st ($150 deposit to reserve your spot - remainder due by 1/1)

Location:
Spring Fall Dance Studio
2547 Eighth St #20
Berkeley, CA 94710

Pricing:

SOLD OUT - please only use the remainig deposit payment if you are already signed up.

Dates: Friday, January 30th - February 1st, 2026

Over 12 hours of dance and music immersing yourself in Ballet Afsaneh Persian Dance Technique, Choreography, Improvisation and more! Space is limited for individual attention so make sure to sign up early.

Friday:
5:30-8:30pm - Potluck Dinner + Lecture about Persian Dance History and Music with Musical Guest Workshop + Q&A - At Natalie’s house or another house in Oakland/Berkeley Area

Saturday:
12-2pm - Warm up + Technique Class + Spin Techniques
2:15-3:30 - Franklin Method Anatomy Workshop
3:45-6:30pm - Choreography

(Optional) Evening Activity TBA

Sunday:
11am-1pm - Warm up + Technique Class + Spin Techniques
1-2pm - Lunch
2-5pm - Choreography
6:30-7:30/8pm - Performance

Topics:

  • Dance and Music History

  • Hand and Arm Techniques

  • Stagecraft

  • Musicality

  • Adding a narrative element to your dance

  • Rhythm Explanation

  • Turning and Spin Techniques

  • Learn a short choreography to be performed Sunday evening

Cost:
$300 Early Bird
$350 after December 1st ($150 deposit to reserve your spot - remainder due by 1/1)

Location:
Spring Fall Dance Studio
2547 Eighth St #20
Berkeley, CA 94710

Level:
This course is for intermediate level dancers with at least 3 years of experience in dance. If you are not sure if you are at the correct level feel free to email Natalie to see if this is the right fit.

Scholarship:
A single scholarship will be granted to an individual demonstrating financial need. To be considered, please complete this application by November 1st. Notification of the outcome will be sent by November 15th.

Questions:
Are there refunds?
All sales are final and not transferable to another course. Although tuition refunds are not available, you have the option to transfer your reservation to another dancer.

Any other questions?
Email Natalie and she will get back to you.