Belly Dance Classes in Vancouver [beginner to expert]

Maki Dance

Known for her fun classes, Maki blends Egyptian style Raks Sharki (bellydance) with a modern flair. Maki's students not only learn dance movements but also a little bit of the culture and history of the dance. This class welcome dancers with various levels of experience.

Rahel Bellydance

Dive into the beautiful world of Egyptian dance and music! In this progressive, full-experience session, you will learn about the history and cultural context of Raqs Sharqi/Beledi (bellydance), learn how to stand and move safely and mindfully with correct posture and alignment, and breakdown and drill basic isolations and movements. All in a safe, inclusive, body-positive environment.

Dance Vancouver

Carla offers a class that is for absolute beginners. Students will learn fundamental moves, isolations, and proper dance posture. Carla studied with many master teachers and traveled extensively throughout Egypt to become an expert and is now sharing it all with Vancouverites!

Adalat Dance

Adalat Omar has been performing mainly in the Greater Vancouver area. She is one of the main dancers in popular TV series "Shimmy". She has also appeared on TV series “The Real Housewives of Vancouver” and movie “Kayan”. She offers both beginner and expert level classes.

Shimmy for the Soul

Shimmy for the Soul accepts both new and experienced students throughout Langley and Surrey to join a fun and exciting environment to experience many different styles of Bellydance including the use of ‘epic’ props like silk veils, finger cymbals, swords, giant isis wings, fan veils, candles, canes and more. Students also will have the option to experience performance opportunities throughout the lower mainland as they progress.

Vancouver Community Centres

ATS is a group improvised style of belly dance fun for all ages and all body types! Come learn basic moves and concepts in a safe, supportive environment. Drop in $13, space permitting.