Did you catch our latest announcement? The Sahara Dance Summer Caravan show will be our biggest yet, and will be combined with world-renowned choreographer Jillina’s Bellydance Evolution ‘Jungle Book’ production. We have an exciting summer in store, filled with opportunities to take your dance to the next level. Whether you choose to take a technique …
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Sahra Saeeda’s Journey through Egypt Dance Education Course at Sahara Dance this June!
Belly dancers, mark your calendars! Sahra Saeeda’s Journey through Egypt (JtE) dance education course is making its way to Sahara Dance this June, offering a unique and immersive experience into the world of Egyptian dance. Sahra Saeeda: A Dance Ethnologist Extraordinaire JtE, a two-part dance educational intensive, is the brainchild of Sahra Saeeda—a renowned …
Dance, Connect, and Renew in Paradise: Heart of Belly Dance Retreat in Costa Rica
“The Heart of Belly Dance retreat is always a highlight for me. I’ve been going for several years and always have an amazing time. Waking up to the sounds of howler monkeys, eating fresh and delicious food, and dancing all day with newfound friends alongside sweeping views of the Pacific? Yes, please!” – Megan …
Join a Sahara Dance Performance Company: What Level is Right for You?
Featured from top left and going clockwise: R. Kitty, R. Samia, R. Badia, Belly Dance Fusion Performance, R. Naima, R. Indigo, and R. Arabi. At Sahara Dance, we invite you to embark on a journey of artistic expression and development and community through our dance companies. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer, our …
From the studio to the National Mall: Sahara Dance’s 2023 Year in Review
Dear Sahara Dance Community, As we approach the end of an incredible year, it’s time to reflect on the journey we’ve shared. From unforgettable performances to renewing our studio lease and welcoming new and returning teachers and performance companies, 2023 has truly been a year to celebrate for Sahara Dance. Your dedication, passion, and artistry …
Give and receive the gift of dance in 2024
As the holiday season and a new year approaches, there’s no better time to celebrate the joy of dance and share the transformative self-expression that belly dance offers with your loved ones. At Sahara Dance, we know that dance is not just a physical activity. Belly dance is an art form that allows you to …
Learn belly dance fusion and world dance styles this spring!
Every semester, Sahara Dance offers a variety of belly dance fusion and world dance styles for students to expand their horizons and develop their dance in different avenues. Sahara Dance has proudly been a dance home to many teachers and students who feel called to the unique expression inherent in fusion and other world dance …
Spring 2024 classes and performance opportunities for beginner or early journey belly dancers
If you’re brand new to belly dance or newly on your belly dance journey, you’re in the right place! We can’t wait to welcome you to our beautiful studio and share in the joy of learning belly dance together. We offer a number of beginner belly dance classes throughout the week, including class recordings for …
Join us for spring 2024 classes and Under a Desert Moon performance opportunities
The Spring 2024 class schedule is up! Check out all the new and exciting classes to try and opportunities to perform at our spring show, Under a Desert Moon, on April 27, 2024. See details and register here Technique classes Beginner I, I/II, and II – see this blog post for more details! Low Intermediate …
Three opportunities to study with Cairo-based master instructor Shahrzad in January 2024
Sahara Dance is thrilled to present multiple opportunities for you to dance with the renowned master belly dance instructor, Shahrzad from January 5-7, 2024. From a 3-day intensive to a personal dance feedback opportunity, Shahrzad will guide you through a transformative dance experience, based on her deep experience in Egyptian-style belly dance also known as …