Traditional roots of Belly Dance combined with modern music and dance styles like hip hop, contemporary, latin and jazz. Open to all levels.

This class will consist of learning some foundational Belly Dance skills, moves and techniques, while improving fluidity and musicality along with growing an appreciation of the traditions of Belly Dance origins. Dancers will then build on the foundations of Belly Dance with their own individual styles of dance, and music, by incorporating modern moves and dance techniques. The class will include a warm up - a variation of Belly Dance movements to learn, or build on - combinations of these combined movements - applying them to modern day music styles (not traditional music) - will work on a piece if class so desires.

Wear comfortable, confidence-boosting clothing!

Meghan says:
I have been dancing my whole life - 20+ years now. I have performed for many years in a variety of styles including hip hop, street, contemporary, jazz, character, ballet, salsa, and a number of other latin styles. I have been performing as a professional Belly Dancer in Charlottetown, and as both a company dancer and hip hop instructor at Dance Virtuosa for many years (ages ranging from 7 - adult). I have always loved learning new styles, new music, and new cultures, and have always found a way to perform wherever I travel. I have participated in Hospice PEI's DWTS, and this year will be officially my 2nd year - partnering with my mom - locally known as Powerhouse Patty. My goal with this class is to not only share my love for Belly Dance, but to showcase the beauty in dance diversity, and how dance and music all over the world can truly bring everyone together to connect as one.