In this Intro course, you'll embark on an exploration of traditional Middle Eastern rhythms and their role in traditional, folkloric and modern Egyptian dance. Candice will take you through engaging combos and rhythm exercises, and you'll learn to identify, count, and interpret these essential beats, from the classic "Maqsoum" and "Saidi" to the vibrant “Baladi”.

Taught by Candice
Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Street, Studio 3, Auckland CBD

Dances from southern Egypt have had a significant presence in the stage dances of Egypt, and a considerable influence on Raqs Sharqi/orientale dance. This series will explore key elements and nuances that originate from the music and dances of the Sa’idi, through video, lecture, and lots of opportunities to practice the movement.

Open to anyone who has taken at least 4 weeks of belly dance before or has done dance.

Taught by Setusna
Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Street, Studio 3, Auckland CBD

Book both courses and you'll get a discount!

RHYTHMS (Taught by Candice): 14 Oct, 21 Oct & 4 Nov
SA'IDI (Taught by Setsuna): 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec & 9 Dec

Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Street, Studio 3, Auckland CBD

Get personalised feedback and coaching on your belly dance journey with our internationally acclaimed teachers. We can help with technique, choreography, musicality, cultural context, styles and folkloric dances, fitness, and more.

*Studio hire is an additional cost, Zoom lessons have no extra cost.

Choose to receive personalised feedback to improve your skills. One of our award-winning teachers will help you identify areas of strength and improvement to assist you in your training, technique, and performance.

*Studio hire is an additional cost, Zoom lessons have no extra cost.

Candice, founder of Phoenix Belly Dance is offering her wealth of knowledge to mentor dancers wanting to earn a living from their passion. Candice brings over 15 years of experience in the dance industry, and her education and experience as a Senior Business Analyst to the table. If you are just starting out or wanting to improve your existing business offering, then Candice can help mentor you to succeed.

Book both Shaabi and Combos Workshop and get a large of discount.

Our hafla will be at a restaurant and seats are limited. Workshop attendees will have first preference for availability. Please note in the form if you would like to attend.

Studio 3, Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesey Str, AKL CBD
Sat 26 Oct 2024
Schedule as follows:
11am-1pm: Shaabi Workshop
1pm Lunch with Fernanda (learn about her trauma informed teaching style)
2pm-4pm: Combos Workshop
6pm: Hafla (location TBC)

We will learn techniques on how to express lyrical meaning using gestures with our hands, face, and body in Shaabi. Learn a choreo with the song 3am Al Magal, by Mahmoud El Lithy's.

Our hafla will be at a restaurant and seats are limited. Workshop attendees will have first preference for availability. Please note in the form if you would like to attend.

Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Str, AKL CBD
Sat 26 Oct 2024
Schedule as follows:
11am-1pm: Shaabi Workshop
2pm-4pm: Combos Workshop
6pm: Hafla

We will explore ways of mixing steps and transitions to create beautiful combinations to use in any dance. Fernanda will work with different music styles in the same workshop and will help students polish their technique.

Our hafla will be at a restaurant and seats are limited. Workshop attendees will have first preference for availability.

Studio 3, Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellelsey Str, CBD
Sat 26 Oct 2024
Schedule as follows:
11am-1pm: Shaabi Workshop
2pm-4pm: Combos Workshop
6pm: Hafla

Book both Shaabi and Combos Workshop and get a large of discount. Recording available until 1 month after the workshop.

Live via Zoom

Sat 26 Oct 2024
Schedule:
11am-1pm: Shaabi Workshop
2pm-4pm: Combos Workshop

We will learn techniques on how to express lyrical meaning using gestures with our hands, face, and body in Shaabi. Learn a choreo with the song 3am Al Magal, by Mahmoud El Lithy.

Live via Zoom

Sat 26 Oct 2024
Schedule as follows:
11am-1pm: Shaabi Workshop
2pm-4pm: Combos Workshop

We will explore ways of mixing steps and transitions to create beautiful combinations to use in any dance. Fernanda will work with different music styles in the same workshop and will help students polish their technique.

Live via Zoom

Sat 26 Oct 2024
Schedule as follows:
11am-1pm: Shaabi Workshop
2pm-4pm: Combos Workshop

This mixed-level class is fun and focused on executing beautiful basics and learning combinations in the style of contemporary fusion belly dance. Our Teacher will offer variations for the mixture of student levels in classes, so don't worry if you are brand new, or an experienced dancer.

Taught by Dani
Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Street, Studio 3, Auckland CBD
($1.50/hr parking on Wellesley and Sale Street on Saturdays)

This mixed-level class is fun and focused on executing beautiful basics and learning combinations in the style of contemporary fusion belly dance. Our Teacher will offer variations for the mixture of student levels in classes, so don't worry if you are brand new, or an experienced dancer.
Taught by Dani

Zoom link will be sent after booking.

Learn a belly dance choreo with us. Class is suitable for advanced level.

Taught by Candice
Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Street, Studio 3, Auckland CBD
(Free parking on Wellesley and Sale Streets after 6pm)
No class during public holidays.

Our Teachers will offer variations for the mixture of student levels in classes, so don't worry if you are brand new, or an experienced dancer. Class is suitable for beginner to intermediate.

Taught by Yelena
Orewa Auditorium and Events Centre at Orewa College, Dance room D1/D2, 76 Riverside Road, Orewa, Auckland

Take your first steps into the magical world of belly dance! Class is suitable for beginner to intermediate.

Taught by Setsuna
Wellesley Studios, Studio 3, 113 Wellesley Street, Auckland CBD
(Free parking on Wellesley and Sale Streets after 6pm)

Continue your dance journey as we laugh and learn together. Class is suitable for intermediate to advanced.

Taught by Setsuna
Wellesley Studios, Studio 3, 113 Wellesley Street, Auckland CBD
(Free parking on Wellesley and Sale Streets after 6pm)

Take your first steps into the magical world of belly dance! Class is suitable for beginner to intermediate.

Taught by Elea
Epsom Girls Grammar, Joyce Fisher Auditorium, Sports Centre, Silver Rd, EPSOM
(Enter from Gillies Ave. Free street parking inside the school. Go upstairs and dance room is on the right)

Learn a belly dance choreo with us. Class is open for all fitness levels.

Taught by Elea
Epsom Girls Grammar, Joyce Fisher Auditorium, Sports Centre, Silver Rd, EPSOM
(Enter from Gillies Ave. Free street parking inside the school. Go upstairs and dance room is on the right)

This mixed-level class is fun and focused on executing beautiful basics and learning combinations in the style of contemporary fusion belly dance. Our Teacher will offer variations for the mixture of student levels in classes, so don't worry if you are brand new, or an experienced dancer.

Taught by Dani
Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Street, Studio 3, Auckland CBD
($1.50/hr parking on Wellesley and Sale Street on Saturdays)

Learn a choreography with us. Class is suitable for advanced level.

Taught by Candice
Term = 1 class/week x 8 weeks (no class on public holidays)
Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Street, Studio 3, Auckland CBD
(Free parking on Wellesley and Sales Streets after 6pm)
No class during public holidays.

Our Teachers will offer variations to challenge the student at her level, so don't worry if you are brand new, or an experienced dancer. Class is suitable for beginner to intermediate.

Taught by Yelena
Term = 1 class/week x 8 weeks
Orewa Auditorium and Events Centre at Orewa College, Dance room D1/D2, 76 Riverside Road, Orewa, Auckland

Take your first steps into the magical world of belly dance! Class is suitable for beginner to intermediate.

Taught by Setsuna

Term = 1 class/week x 8 weeks
Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Street, Studio 3, Auckland CBD
(Free parking on Wellesley and Sale Streets after 6pm)

Continue your dance journey as we laugh and learn together. Class is suitable for intermediate to advanced.

Taught by Setsuna
Term = 1 class/week x 8 weeks
Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Street, Studio 3, Auckland CBD
(Free parking on Wellesley and Sale Streets after 6pm)

Take your first steps into the magical world of belly dance! Class is suitable for beginner to intermediate.

Taught by Elea
Term = 1 class/week x 8 weeks
Epsom Girls Grammar, Joyce Fisher Auditorium, Sports Centre, Silver Rd, EPSOM
(Enter from Gillies Ave. Free street parking inside the school. Go upstairs and dance room is on the right)

Learn a choreography with us. Class is open for all fitness levels.

Taught by Elea
Term = 1 class/week x 8 weeks
Epsom Girls Grammar, Joyce Fisher Auditorium, Sports Centre, Silver Rd, EPSOM
(Enter from Gillies Ave. Free street parking inside the school. Go upstairs and dance room is on the right)

This mixed-level class is fun and focused on executing beautiful basics and learning combinations in the style of contemporary fusion belly dance. Our Teacher will offer variations for the mixture of student levels in classes, so don't worry if you are brand new, or an experienced dancer.

Taught by Danielle
Term = 1 class/week x 8 weeks
Wellesley Studios, 113 Wellesley Street, Studio 3, Auckland CBD
($1.50/hr parking on Wellesley and Sale Street on Saturday

Learn a belly dance choreo with us. Class is suitable for advanced level.

Taught by Candice
Zoom link will be sent after booking.

This mixed-level class is fun and focused on executing beautiful basics and learning combinations in the style of contemporary fusion belly dance. Our Teacher will offer variations for the mixture of student levels in classes, so don't worry if you are brand new, or an experienced dancer.

Taught by Dani
Zoom link will be sent after booking.

Learn a belly dance choreo with us. Class is suitable for advanced level.

Taught by Candice
Zoom link will be sent after booking.

This mixed-level class is fun and focused on executing beautiful basics and learning combinations in the style of contemporary fusion belly dance. Our Teacher will offer variations for the mixture of student levels in classes, so don't worry if you are brand new, or an experienced dancer.

Taught by Dani
Zoom link will be sent after booking.