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What makes a great dance studio?
29 Jul 2017

What makes a great dance studio?

by Shay | posted in: advice, business, business of bellydance, classes | 0

I’ve been meditating a lot lately on what makes a dance studio really great. How does one studio feel so cold and another feel warm and inviting? How does one studio instill a sense of confidence and professionalism while another … Read More

Computer programs for dancers
27 Aug 2009

Computer programs for dancers

by Shay | posted in: business, business of bellydance, tips | 1

Megan Hartmann recently posted a great blog entry on things she has had to learn as a professional dancer, which included detailed information on software she uses to edit music and video. Thanks, Megan; great post! Head over there to … Read More

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  • Flashback Friday – Tribal Style: Getting Our Terms Straight (Caravan Trails 2002)
  • Flashback Friday – I am a Bellydancer (Caravan Trails 2003)
  • Mm Mm Monday – Arab Break Dancers Take on Warda
  • Mm Mm Monday – Orientalist Photo
  • Popping & Locking in Modern Bellydance
  • Building a Bellydance Bra by Eshta Amar
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Student Reviews

Alysha N.
I studied Tribal Fusion bellydance with Frederique in Oakland before moving to Seattle, and I was desperately missing getting my shimmy on. I’ll be honest, I first took Shay’s class at the Phinney Neighborhood Center because it was close to my house and she answered my email, but boy howdy did I get lucky. Shay is a great dancer, but what is more important to this review is that she is… Read More

Alysha N. - Seattle, WA

The class is challenging, but she presents the curriculum in such a way that I don’t feel nervous or overwhelmed. She is so comfortable in the teaching role that she helps me to be comfortable as her student, and in fact, I feel excited about learning whatever she wants to teach. Read More

juliea

I think you set a very good example for other instructors… (This class is) a fulfillment of all the things I’ve looked for in other classes I’ve taken but not gotten. Class with you is a lot of fun. Read More

T. - Seattle, WA

Shay is perfect for beginners and experienced. I saw Shay dance and took a workshop from her when I was still finding out what tribal bellydance was.  She has a way of breaking the moves down so that everyone can get it.  Her classes are fun and she tries to get to know you rather than just teach you which makes you feel wanted there.  She plays… Read More

jmyfromasu - Seattle, WA (TeachStreet)

Your passion for the dance really comes through in your performance and in your teaching. It’s very inspiring! Read More

C. - Sebastopol, CA (Tribal Fest workshop attendee

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