Amalia
Delaware County, Philadelphia, & Beyond
Amalia discovered her love for belly dance (Greek Tsiftetelli) as a child growing up in San Francisco, where she studied with Greek sisters Anastasia & Phaedra. Now based in Philadelphia, Amalia shares her passion through performing, teaching, and coaching. She is dedicated to making the dance accessible and inclusive, working to introduce people of all ages, sizes, and abilities to experience the joy and beauty of this beautiful art form.
Amalia offers group and private lessons, workshops, parties, and coaching
www.amaliadance.com Amalia on YouTube
Cristina Alvarado
Bucks County (Doylestown and Newtown)
Cristina’s captivating dance style is a testament to her dedication, hard work, and continuous practice of the art of Belly Dance. Originally of Portuguese descent, Cristina discovered her passion for belly dance, its music, and its rich cultural heritage while attending college in Rhode Island. Since then, she has devoted countless hours to studying this beautiful art form, learning from some of the finest dancers and musicians in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Cristina remains committed to deepening her understanding of Arabic culture, musicality, and dance. Beyond teaching and performing, Cristina is excited to foster connections within the dance community.
Contact: cris.teach.82@gmail.com
Social Media: @cris.tina.alvarado
Habiba
Philadelphia
Habiba is internationally recognized as a performer, choreographer, teacher and authority on dances of the Middle East. She has performed extensively throughout the United States and abroad. She has done fieldwork in Egypt and Tunisia and is the author of numerous articles for national magazines. She teaches at the Performance Garage and The Habiba Studio.
Khuzama
Philadelphia and Delaware
Khuzama is a passionate and skilled Philadelphia-based belly dancer, instructor, and performer specializing in Raqs Sharqi. With years of dedication to the art form, she has built a reputation for her graceful, expressive movements and deep understanding of Middle Eastern dance traditions. She has taught numerous workshops, both online and in person, offering students of all levels a chance to develop their technique, musicality, and confidence. Khuzama continues to refine her craft and share her knowledge with the dance community
Purplebellydancer.com Social Media @khuazamalavender
Mary Russell
South Jersey, Philadelphia Area
Bellydance for Every Body
Beginner Level Bellydance with Global Caravan Certified Teacher Mary Russell! Classes are Wednesdays at 7:45 pm.
I teach group improv style bellydance (also known as tribal), with a focus on dancing with others, building community and creating JOY.
Mary has been bellydancing since the late 1990’s and has studied both cabaret and tribal bellydance styles. She has earned Teacher Training certifications level one and level two with Global Caravan, and loves teaching! Mary offers multiple levels of group improv bellydance classes that include Global Caravan dance vocabulary, formations, and zills (finger cymbals).
https://www.ticketsource.us/shimmy
On Facebook & Instagram: Bellydancinmary
Oreet
Philadelphia & Surrounding Suburbs
Philadelphia & Surrounding Suburbs
Oreet, the creator of SharQui – The bellydance workout, has over 25 years of experience in fitness and dance. She is an award-winning performer and holds the titles Bellydancer of the Year, and Middle Eastern Dance Champion of North America, to name a few, and SharQui has been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS and CNN, among other outlets. Oreet’s ultimiate passion is to help people realize their fitness potential and that any BODY can dance!
Selene Rose
Philadelphia Area
Selene Rose is the flower that blooms at midnight. She entrances audiences with her sultry mix of dance, theatre, and comedy. A student of Egyptian and Near Eastern dance since 2005, Selene is a professional belly dancer and a member of the Habiba studio, KDC Dance Collective, and a teacher at Philly Dance Fitness. She began her affair with Egyptian dance in Los Angeles under the tutelage of Fahtiem and has also studied Lebanese dabke. Selene teaches Mondays at Philly Dance Fitness and is available for privates upon request.
Classes at Philly Belly Dance Fitness Instagram for Selene Rose
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