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Welcome to Studio Shakti!

Join us at in our "suite" magical space for dancing and restoration, or come celebrate your special moment with us!  To Register,   click here Payment Methods: Venmo @KarlaMarie-Cochran-1 Paypal.me/karlamariebelly Zelle to 504-352-4757 Cash or Card at the Studio ( Pre-Register here ) Check out the upcoming classes below! October: 10/20:  Yin Slow Flow  w/ Jennifer Martinez 5:30pm-6:30pm $20 10/23: 5-Week  Belly Dance Intensive  (Beginner Level) $75 Thursdays 6pm-7pm 10/23: 5-Week  Belly Dance Bootcamp  (Open Level) $90 Thursday 7pm-8:30pm 10/25: 4-Week Belly Dance  Technique & Combos  (Open Level) $75 Saturday 11am-12:30pm  Drop Ins Welcome ($20) November: Mondays 5:30pm-6:30pm ($20 Drop In) 11/3:  Flowing Goddess  w/Shanyce Fitch 11/10:  Yin Slow Flow  w/ Jennifer Martinez 11/17:  Flowing Goddess  w/Shanyce Fitch 11/24:  Awaken Shakti  Pause & Restore by Karla Marie (5:30pm-7pm) Monda...

Yin Slow Flow

Join us for Yin Slow Flow, a quiet invitation to gently open up the body through supported stretch and meditative reflection. Monday 5:30pm-6:30pm ✨️October 20 ✨️October 27 ✨️November 10 By Jennifer Martinez 500 hour RYT (Jason Bowman, Jill Abelson , Joy Ravelli), Restorative Yoga (Judith Lasater),Yoga Nidra (Swan Michelle), Reiki Training (Shelly Moore). Yin works on the deep connective tissue in the body, such as the fascia, ligaments, and tendons, in order to increase flexibility, joint mobility, and circulation. This meditative practice also calms the nervous system, releases stress, and balances the mind. Yin consists of long-help, supported postures that allow the body to open up slowly. To Register: Link in the Bio Email Studioshaktineworleans@gmail.com Or visit Studioshaktineworleans.blogspot.com

Flowing Goddess

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5:30pm-6:30pm This yoga class invites you into a smooth, breath-led flow designed to create harmony between body, mind and soul. Moving at a gentle, flowy pace, we’ll explore yoga sequences that encourage fluidity, grace, and grounding while building strength and flexibility. With mindful transitions and space to connect inward, each movement feels like a moving meditation—leaving you refreshed, centered, and deeply nourished. Perfect for all levels, this practice offers the freedom to flow with ease while honoring your body’s rhythm. Bio Shanyce (RYT 200) whose journey began in the depths of anxiety and depression, where yoga became the lifeline back to herself. Through breath, movement, and stillness, she discovered a way to heal from the inside out. Her passion is to share these practices to help others find their own path to balance/well-being and the light within. Her classes are gentle, nurturing, and flows with ease, yet loves to weave in moments of challenge to remind us we are...

Belly Dance Ladies Night

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Belly Dance Ladies Night $40pp Belly Dance Lesson Includes Wine, Bubbles, Light Bites and a night of fun! Studio Shakti 2372 St. Claude Ave. Ste. 200 New Orleans Healing Center Group & Birthday Discounts Available. Email studioshaktineworleans@gmail.com for Group Details. Venmo: @KarlaMarie -Cochran-1 Paypal.me/KarlaMarieBelly Zelle: 504-352-4757 Or Cash/Card @Studioshaktinola

Technique & Combos

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4 Week Saturday Belly Dance Technique Intensive Great for New Students Beginners Welcome  (For students in choreography intensive-  technique and combo drills to help support practice)  $75 Drop Ins Welcome $20 Saturdays 11am-12:30pm 10/25 11/1 11/8 11/15  (Class time 12:30pm-1:45pm)  

5-Week Belly Dance Bootcamp

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  5 Week Belly Dance  ( Hookah Caterpillar )  Choreography Intensive   $90 Thursdays 7pm-8:30pm  (Open Level - Beginner to Advance - Fast Paced - Longer class) 10/23 Week 2 no class 11/6 11/13 11/20 Friday 11/21 (Dress Rehearsal 6:30pm-8:30pm)

5-Week Belly Dance Intensive

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  5-Week Belly Dance ( Queen of Hearts )  Choreography Intensive  $75 Thursdays 6pm-7pm  (Beginners Welcome - Slower Breakdowns - Shorter Class) 10/23 Week 2 no class  11/6 11/13 11/20 Friday 11/21 (Dress Rehearsal 6:30pm-8:30pm)

Awaken Shakti Pause & Restore by Karla Marie

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Shift your energy and change your life.  AWAKEN SHAKTI RESTORATIVE SESSION with Karla Marie Monday, November 24 5:30pm-7pm Tuesday, December 9 7pm-8:30pm Tuesday, December 16 7pm-8:30pm Single Session $20 3 Sessions $50  Awaken Shakti is a 90 minute session dedicated to movement healing, aromatherapy, sound meditation, visualization, and connection to breath... a time to pause and restore. Join us for a magical healing class WHAT YOU WILL NEED: Bring a yoga mat or borrow one from us.  Bring a journal or use a note pad at the studio. We have blankets and bolsters in the studio to help you get comfortable. We will use crystal bowls, koshi chimes, essential oils, and props to help promote restoration. Expect movement and restorative poses in your session.

Week of October 13

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  Join us this week for art, dance, and community! Monday: Flowing Goddess Class, Sirens New Orleans Dance Practice Wednesday: Queering the Art Form Thursday: Bymbo Monthly Meeting Friday: Krewe of Dolly Member Costume Swap We are also excited to announce two classes coming up: YIN YOGA starting Monday, October 20 FLAMENCO starting in November Check out the complete schedule To Register for class: Click Here Interested in Renting Space? Click here for Event and Studio Rental Information And don't forget! Registration is happening now for our upcoming session. Space is filling up. If you're interested, register today!

Belly Dance Sessions Coming Soon

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  Check out our FB Event Page for Details  or Visit our Class Schedule

Class Schedule

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    TO REGISTER: CLICK HERE  AND PRE-REGISTER TO HOLD YOUR SPOT, pay later. Payments: Venmo @KarlaMarie-Cochran-1 Paypal.me/karlamariebelly (add $3.95) Zelle to 504-352-4757 Cash or Credit Card at Studio-  Click here to Pre-Register

This Week at Studio Shakti

Join ua this week for art, dance, and communitu! Monday: Flowing Goddess Class, Sirens New Orleans Dance Practice Wednesday: Queering the Art Form Thursday: Bymbo Monthly Meeting Friday: Krewe of Dolly Member Costume Swap We are also excited to announce two classes coming up: YIN YOGA starting Monday, October 20 FLAMENCO starting in November

Welcome to Studio Shakti

In  the vibrant and culturally rich city of New Orleans, a unique community space dedicated to movement, wellness, and self-expression has found its home. Studio Shakti New Orleans is a place where fantastic vibes and contagious energy create a warm and inviting atmosphere for individuals from all different backgrounds. While it may be known for its incredible dance classes, Studio Shakti is more than a studio; it is a movement, a community, and a space for transformation. The name "Shakti" itself refers to the power that creates, transforms, and liberates—the energy that moves all things. This philosophy is at the core of every class and event, where the focus is on reconnecting with your inner truth and power through movement, breath, and presence. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a curious beginner, Studio Shakti offers an accessible and nurturing environment where you can explore, connect, and express yourself with joy. Studio Shakti is located at 2372 St Claude Av...

Flowing Goddess

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