If you're new to belly dance, this is the ideal place to begin your journey! We’ll guide you through the core foundations of belly dance, starting from the very basics. You'll also get a handy toolkit of tips and tricks to help you practice anywhere—at home, in the park, or even during a work break! 😉

And remember, age, size, or previous dance experience doesn't matter. This class is designed for everyone to feel empowered and have fun. Come as you are, and let's shimmy together!

Ready to take your belly dance skills to the next level? Beginners 2 is designed for those who have completed our Beginners 1 course or have a basic understanding of belly dance moves. In this class, we'll build on your foundation by refining technique, introducing more intricate combinations, and deepening your understanding of movement.

Expect to focus on fluid transitions, layering movements, and enhancing your posture and control. Whether you’re looking to boost your confidence or continue your belly dance journey, Beginners 2 offers the perfect balance of challenge and fun!

Join our free class this month and experience the joy of belly dance. No experience is needed – just bring your energy and curiosity! Plus, get 10% off our next class session when you sign up after attending.

In this dynamic and engaging class, students will explore the exciting world of fusion belly dance, blending traditional belly dance techniques with influences from various other dance styles. We will focus on mastering the foundational movements of belly dance, including isolations, shimmies, and fluid hip work, while integrating elements from contemporary and modern genres. Through a series of carefully structured drills, participants will build muscle memory, improve body control, and develop the coordination needed to perform smooth transitions and dynamic sequences.

Whether you're a beginner or a more experienced dancer, this class will offer personalized attention to help refine your technique and play with new concepts.

Our first edition of Henna and Hafla is happening on April 18, 2026! Please RSVP if you're attending. If you'd like to perform, email Dhara at [email protected]
Performance can be any dance style or any act, whatever you feel like!

The event is free to attend. Henna will be available: $15 for one hand/ $25 for both.

Want to feel more connected to the music and confident with your finger cymbals?

In this 6-week series, we'll explore the fundamentals of belly dance musicality, learn common Middle Eastern rhythms, and develop the skills to play finger cymbals while dancing.

We'll cover:
✨ Musical phrasing, timing, and interpretation
✨ Common Middle Eastern rhythms and how to recognize them
✨ Finger cymbal technique and coordination
✨ Playing cymbals in different dance contexts, including Classical Oriental, Modern Oriental, Pop, Folkloric styles, and Drum Solos

This class is suitable for dancers of multiple levels, with options provided for those newer to cymbals as well as more experienced dancers looking to refine their skills.

Bring your cymbals or use ours and join us as we deepen our understanding of the music that brings belly dance to life.

Ready to dive into the exciting world of belly dance drum solos?

In this workshop, we'll explore the fundamentals of dancing to percussion-driven music. Learn how to recognize accents and rhythms, choose movements that match the music, layer shimmies and isolations, and build confidence interpreting drum solos with energy and expression.

Through drills, combinations, and guided exercises, you'll develop practical tools for approaching drum solos with greater musicality, precision, and creativity.

Suitable for: Dancers with some prior belly dance experience.
Level: Multi-level.

Belly dance is only one part of Egypt's rich dance landscape. In this lecture-style workshop, we'll explore some of Egypt's most important folkloric dance traditions and the cultural contexts from which they emerged.

Through discussion, video examples, music analysis, and movement demonstrations, we'll examine styles such as Saidi, Nubian, Fellahi, Ghawazee, Alexandrian, and more. We'll discuss their history, regional influences, costuming, music, and how folkloric traditions have shaped modern Raqs Sharqi.

This workshop is ideal for dancers who want to deepen their cultural understanding, improve their performance authenticity, and gain a broader appreciation of Egyptian dance.

Suitable for: Dancers of all levels and anyone interested in Egyptian dance and culture.