Raq-On Dance

Discover the rich, cultural Folkloric dance forms celebrated across the Middle East and North Africa. We’ll explore the common (and not so common) styles that many Belly Dancers incorporate into their performance sets. Explore dances of Libya/Egypt (Hagallah), Gulf (Khaliji), Lebanon (Dabke) + more. Learn about the dance history and costuming from each region. Explore the foundational movements of each dance style. Attend lectures and participate in discussions via a private Facebook group.

Gain the ability to create and perform your very own dance pieces! This program is perfect for anyone who wants personalized guidance with the artistic process. Graduates get the chance to perform at our annual Raq-On studio showcase. Experiment in a small workgroup with up to 5 dancers per group. Receive guidance on your music selection, musicality and styling. Learn to create your own choreography and stage persona. Work on dance dynamics to uplevel your own creations.

Semi-private lessons are available upon request.

Private lessons are available upon request.

Small group parties are available upon request.

All of her Level I, II, III, and IV curriculum will be uploaded into the online class library available on this website during her break from teaching weekly classes for the rest of the year.

Unlimited On-Demand Classes available for only $11 a month! New classes and lectures added each month. Sign up here.

This is the ultimate prep course I wish I had before stepping into the dance gig scene! Participants should plan on multiple solo creations and practice time outside of class and must be willing to build up to the ability to dance for 15+ min straight including prop changes. Dancers will also leave with a “media kit” including bios, photos, marketing materials, etc. and will be prepped for various situations you may stumble upon as a public performer. Dancers will perform in a digital showcase at the end of the session showcasing one of their polished sets.

Part sit down, part dance down! This program is for dancers who want to deepen their cultural knowledge about the history and evolution of Belly Dance. It’s a must-have for all serious dancers. Learn how dancers of the past have shaped the dance as we know it today. Discover the influential dancers from Egypt, Turkey, Lebanon and America. Experiment with the signature moves of renowned historical artists. Geek out with homework, research, presentations and discussions.

Keep yourself dancing on a schedule, and have a performance ready for a virtual hafla! This program is designed for dancers who have never created a solo, or who are experimenting with a new style. Receive guidance on how to create your own solo piece. Uncover your personal dance voice in a safe environment. Hone your performance skills and stage persona. Understand the basic compositional structure of Middle Eastern music.

Intensive training programs for dancers who mean business! These programs require a long term commitment and are perfect for dancers who want to dig in deeper. So basically, if you’ve fallen in love with Belly Dance and want more - these are the right programs for you! We generally run these programs in groups of 4-6 dancers. Commit to a year’s worth of dance education through lectures, dance classes, evaluations, video clips, and reading resources. Share your progress in a private Facebook group and connect with fellow dedicated dancers.

Once a month Sunday workshops will be available from September-December 2024. Make sure you're on our mailing list to receive information.