BellyDance Classes
Egypt is Calling
In-person classes classes run from September to June of each year.
We offer a few levels of classes. If you have taken classes with other teachers but are new to our technique and teaching style, we suggest that you start with Level 1. Each teacher has a different style, technique and way of describing moves so you and we will find it easier to work from the same perspective.
We use a building block method of teaching. This means that you will learn a number of moves at each level of dance that you can put in your dance “toolkit” and bring out when you free dance. We will add variations to these basic moves as you progress through the classes.
Our primary focus in the classes is improvisational dance – dancing to the music as it inspires you at the time. This is, in essence, the most traditional type of Egyptian dance so we feel it is critical that students learn this. This means you can put on any type of music and be able to dance. It also means that you can more easily develop choreographies down the road if you so choose because you know what steps work with what part of music.
Interested in performing? Contact us to find out more about our DancEgypt Troupe!
Classes
Here’s a quick overview of our current class info:
- 2026 Classes are in-person
- Drop in rate (per class)
$25 - For DancEgypt Troupe Practice pricing please contact us
- Minimum registration is required for a session to run
*See below for more details on start dates and class descriptions.
Feb 18 – Mar 25 (6 weeks)
6:00pm – 7:00pm Level 1 Technique ($90 + gst)
7:00pm – 8:00pm Drumming ($90 + gst)
8:00pm – 9:00pm Level 2 Technique ($90 + gst)
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Apr 1 – May 6 (6 weeks)
6:00pm – 7:00pm Spring Thing ($90 + gst)
7:00pm – 8:00pm Drumming ($90 + gst)
8:00pm – 9:00pm Level 1 Technique ($90 + gst)
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May 13 – Jun 10 (5 weeks)
6:00pm – 7:00pm Beginner Choreography ($75 + gst)
7:00pm – 8:00pm Drumming ($75 + gst)
8:00pm – 9:00pm Intermediate Choreography ($75 + gst)
*Minimum registration required in order to run each class.
Please send us an email to register.
Feb 19 – Mar 26 (5 weeks)
*No classes on Thursday Feb 26th
6:00pm – 7:00pm Musicality & Improv ($90 + gst)
7:00pm – 8:00pm Level 3 Technique ($90 + gst)
8:00pm – 9:00pm Troupe Practice (registration is for 11 weeks, email for pricing)
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Apr 2 – May 7 (6 weeks)
6:00pm – 7:00pm Move & Flow ($90 + gst)
7:00pm – 8:00pm Level 3 Technique ($90 + gst)
8:00pm – 9:00pm Troupe Practice (registration is for 11 weeks, email for pricing)
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May 14 – Jun 11 (5 weeks)
6:00pm – 7:00pm Level 1 Technique ($75 + gst)
7:00pm – 8:00pm Level 3 Technique ($75 + gst)
8:00pm – 9:00pm Troupe Practice (registration is for 11 weeks, email for pricing)
*Minimum registration required in order to run each class.
Please send us an email to register.
Level 1 Technique
In this beginner level class we will work building Egyptian technique, breaking down movement, adding more layers and combinations, and include time for personal development during free dance. We will build on what you have learned and keep adding new moves to your repertoire.
What to bring: Comfortable clothes that stretch but that are not so big that we can’t see movement in the legs, pelvis and upper body.
Wednesdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Jan 7 – Feb 11 (6 weeks)
Feb 18 – Mar 25 (6 weeks)
Wednesdays 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Apr 1 – May 6 (6 weeks)
Thursdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm
May 14 – Jun 11 (5 weeks)
Level 2 Technique
In this class we continue to build on Egyptian technique, breaking down more complex movements, adding more layers and combinations, with a bit more time spent on musicality and music interpretation through free dance. We continue to work on what you have learned in Level 1 and keep adding new moves to your repertoire.
What to bring: Comfortable clothes that stretch but that are not so big that we can’t see movement in the legs, pelvis and upper body.
Wednesdays 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Jan 7 – Feb 11 (6 weeks)
Feb 18 – Mar 25 (6 weeks)
Level 3 Technique
In this class we work with the strong Egyptian technique you have developed in Levels 1 and 2. Movements will always be layered and we will work on building fluidity within those movements while challenging you with combinations. Then we work on building all of these elements with musicality and music interpretation through improvised free dance.
What to bring: Comfortable clothes that stretch but that are not so big that we can’t see movement in the legs, pelvis and upper body.
Thursday 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Feb 19 – Mar 26 (5 weeks)
Apr 2 – May 7 (6 weeks)
May 14 – Jun 11 (5 weeks)
Drumming
In this class we will learn some common arabic rhythms and drumming technique with which to play them.
No previous drumming experience is required as this class will be delivered as an all-levels class. We will give you different layers to work with and how you can decide how much you want to layer together.
What to bring: Your own drum (tabla/darbuka)
If you do not have a drum we may be able to rent one to you! Just email us and ask.
Wednesdays 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Jan 7 – Feb 11 (6 weeks)
Feb 18 – Mar 25 (6 weeks)
Apr 1 – May 6 (6 weeks)
May 13 – Jun 10 (5 weeks)
Veil Technique
Have you ever wanted to dance with a prop? Veils are a really great introduction to prop dancing! They are expressive and fun and will get your body moving in a different way than just regular technique classes.
This is an all levels class and if you do not already have a veil we have some that can be borrowed in studio.
Thursdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Feb 19 – Mar 26 (5 weeks)
*No classes on Thursday Feb 26th
Spring Thing
In this all levels class we will be sampling different elements of Egyptian dance over 6 weeks. From musicality, to folklore, to drum solos, we dive into a specialty topic each week. It’s like 6 mini-workshops!
Wednesdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Apr 1 – May 6 (6 weeks)
Move & Flow Dance Class
Are you looking for a movement class that can get you to sweat and unwind? Our Move & Flow class is designed for that! This all levels class is 100% follow along so all you need to do is show up and be ready to move together.
Thursdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Apr 2 – May 7
Beginner Choreography
If you are interested to see how movements combine and blend together, and you are new to chreography, this is a great class for you! Using foundational movements this choreography class is great for beginners.
And at the end of our session you will get the option to perform this choreography for other dancers at our Student Dance Night.
Wednesdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm
May 13 – Jun 10
Intermediate Choreography
You already have a bit of dance experience or a bit of experience with learning choreography, but you want to challenge yourself with some more layered combination. This is the class for you! Working with more intermediate movements and layers this choreography class is a great way to experience movements and combinations at the intermediate level.
And at the end of our session you will get the option to perform this choreography for other dancers at our Student Dance Night.
Wednesdays 8:00pm – 9:00pm
May 13 – Jun 10
DancEgypt Troupe Practice
This is rehearsal for DancEgypt Troupe members to learn and build performance repertoire. In this 2 hour class members of the Troupe will work technique as well as learning performance repertoire.
Troupe Rehearsal registers for a 12 week period.
Thursdays 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Jan 8 – Mar 26th (11 weeks)
Apr 1 – Jun 11 (11 weeks)