Imagine yourself swaying gracefully, like a shimmering goddess, as theย musicย fills the air. Welcome to the captivating world of belly dancing classes! In these enchanting sessions, you will embark on a journey that celebrates femininity,ย self-expression, andย body confidence. The rhythmic movements of belly dance not only tone your core muscles but also unleash your inner sensuality.
During your belly dance lessons, you will learn an array of techniques including shimmies,ย undulations, and isolations that will enhance your coordination andย flexibility. Expert instructors will guide you through each step with patience and precision. As you delve deeper into this ancient art form, youโll discover various styles of belly dance such as Egyptian, Turkish, and Tribal Fusion. Whether youโre drawn to traditionalย eleganceย or modern fusion moves, thereโs a style that perfectly suits your unique personality.
So put on something comfortable yet alluring โ perhaps a flowy skirt or hip scarf โ and get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of belly dancing classes. Let loose,ย embrace your femininity, and ignite a fire within that will keep burning long after theย musicย stops. Join us for an unforgettable experience!
About Tucson, Arizona
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| Etymology: from Tohono O’odham Cuk-แนขonย ‘(at the) base of the black hill’ | |
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“The Old Pueblo”, “Optics Valley”, “America’s biggest small town”
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 Tucson
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Tucson
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32ยฐ13โฒ18โณN 110ยฐ55โฒ35โณW๏ปฟ / ๏ปฟ32.22167ยฐN 110.92639ยฐW |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Pima |
| Settled | 1300 |
| Founded | August 20, 1775 |
| Incorporated | February 7, 1877 |
| Founded by | Hugo O’Conor |
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6 Wards
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| ย โขย Type | Councilโmanager |
| ย โขย Body | Tucson City Council |
| ย โขย Mayor | Regina Romero (D) |
| ย โขย Vice mayor | Lane Santa Cruz |
| ย โขย City manager | Michael Ortega |
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| ย โขย City | 241.33ย sqย mi (625.04ย km) |
| ย โขย Land | 241.01ย sqย mi (624.22ย km2) |
| ย โขย Water | 0.32ย sqย mi (0.82ย km) |
| Elevation | 2,389ย ft (728ย m) |
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| ย โขย City | 542,629 |
| ย โขย Rank | 89th in North America 33rd in the United States 2nd in Arizona |
| ย โขย Density | 2,251.44/sqย mi (869.29/km2) |
| ย โขย Urban | 875,441 (US: 52nd) |
| ย โขย Urbanย density | 2,449.8/sqย mi (945.9/km) |
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1,043,433 (US: 53rd) |
| Demonym(s) | Tucsonian; Tucsonan |
| Time zone | UTC-07:00 (MST (no DST)) |
| ZIP Codes |
85701-85775
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| Area code | 520 |
| FIPS code | 04-77000 |
| GNIS feature ID | 43534 |
| Website | tucsonaz |
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Tucson (; TOO-son; O’odham: Cuk-แนขon) is a city in and the county chair of Pima County, Arizona, United States, and is house to the University of Arizona. It is the second-largest city in Arizona at the rear Phoenix, with a population of 542,629 in the 2020 United States census, while the population of every Tucson metropolitan statistical area (MSA) is 1,043,433. The Tucson MSA forms part of the larger Tucson-Nogales collection statistical area. Both Tucson and Phoenix broadcaster the Arizona Sun Corridor. The city is 108 miles (174ย km) southeast of Phoenix and 60ย mi (97ย km) north of the United StatesโMexico border. Tucson is the 34th-largest city and the 53rd-largest metropolitan Place in the United States (2014).
Major incorporated suburbs of Tucson append Oro Valley and Marana northwest of the city, Sahuarita south of the city, and South Tucson in an enclave south of downtown. Communities in the vicinity of Tucson (some within or overlapping the city limits) include Casas Adobes, Catalina Foothills, Flowing Wells, Midvale Park, Tanque Verde, Tortolita, and Vail. Towns external the Tucson metropolitan Place include Benson to the southeast, Catalina and Oracle to the north, and Green Valley to the south.
Tucson was founded as a military fort by the Spanish behind Hugo O’Conor authorized the construction of Presidio San Agustรญn del Tucsรณn in 1775. It was included in the give leave to enter of Sonora after Mexico gained independence from the Spanish Empire in 1821. The United States acquired a 29,670 square miles (76,840ย km) region of present-day southern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico from Mexico under the Gadsden Purchase in 1853. Tucson served as the capital of the Arizona Territory from 1867 to 1877. Tucson was Arizona’s largest city by population during the territorial mature and to come statehood, until it was surpassed by Phoenix by 1920. Nevertheless, its population mass remained mighty during the late 20th century. Tucson was the first American city to be designated a “City of Gastronomy” by UNESCO in 2015.