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:

2025 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.

Registration

Jan 7 – Feb 11 (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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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)

*Minimum registration required in order to run each class.
Please send us an email to register.

Jan 8 – Feb 12 (6 weeks)

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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Feb 19 – Mar 26 (5 weeks)
*No classes on Thursday Feb 26th

6:00pm – 7:00pm Veil 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.

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Have questions? Send us a message!

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. Please ensure you have something to cover your feet (eg. socks, slippers, dance shoes) and bring a veil as well.

Wednesdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Jan 7 – Feb 11 (6 weeks)
Feb 18 – Mar 25 (6 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)

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.

Wednesdays 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Jan 7 – Feb 11 (6 weeks)
Feb 18 – Mar 25 (6 weeks)

Musicality & Improv

If you have some dance technique and you want to see how it can all fit together why not try our Musicality & Improv class. In this class you will strengthen your ear so that you can listen more intently to the music while also building your creative muscle through improvised dance. This class is a great way to add your personality to your dance technique and flex your creative muscle.

Thursdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Jan 8 – Feb 12 (6 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

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.

Thursday 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Jan 8 – Feb 12 (6 weeks)
Feb 19 – Mar 26 (5 weeks)
*No classes on Thursday Feb 26th

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)
*No classes on Thursday Feb 26th