Beginning Belly Dance Technique and Costuming

Instructor: Jill Massengill

What You'll Learn:  Students will learn essential belly dance fundamentals, including: basic isolations, gentle undulations, posture, and alignment. Instruction emphasizes anatomical awareness, joint health, and safe movement patterns. Students will also be introduced to musicality, simple layering, and expressive movement in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment.  

Students will leave with a strong introductory foundation in belly dance, practical tools to continue practicing at home, and greater confidence in their ability to move with fluidity and self-expression. Participants will also gain a sense of community and a joyful appreciation for dance as a form of exercise, creativity, and emotional release.

Skill Level/Age Range:  All levels / 12+

Student Instructions: Please wear comfortable and/or playful clothing.

Materials Needed:  Instructor will have a large supply of costumes for purchase (optional)