Information for beginners or, as we call them, Strictly Starters!

Getting started in Israeli dancing is fun and simple!

We run our course for absolute beginners, Strictly Starters, from time to time. The programme is carefully structured to introduce basic steps and dances and enable dancers to progress smoothly and build up confidence and repertoire. There is an accompanying cd so that you can enjoy and get to know the music. Strictly Starters runs typically for 8 weeks on a Thursday evening.

We ran two Strictly Starters courses in 2010 and the next course will start on 27 October 2011. Please write to us here to register your interest in this and future courses.

Before the course starts you are welcome to join us from 8.30pm to get the feel of the session and stay till the end at midnight. Wear comfortable loose clothing and trainers or dance shoes. Call us if you have any questions - we're happy to hear from you!

Below is a wide range of simple dances that have been taught on the two previous Strictly Starter courses. Most are considered the core repertoire of Israeli dancing. You are not expected to learn from watching, but to get a feel for the style of the dances that have been taught.

Types: Circle / Line / Partner