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Developing Your Own Style? Stay On the Bus!
13 Sep 2016

Developing Your Own Style? Stay On the Bus!

by Shay | posted in: advice, inspiration, musings, tips, training | 0

In a world of dancer wannabes, you wannabe your own dancer. You look to the RB clones and the FCBD copycats, and you think to yourself that you want to find your own voice, your own unique expression separate from … Read More

Kick-Ass Arms with Tracy Anderson
6 Feb 2013

Kick-Ass Arms with Tracy Anderson

by Shay | posted in: training | 0

I have always prided myself in having strong arms. Long before I was a dancer I was a restaurant busser (traditionally a male role because of the strength and stamina it required) and a waitress (lifting heavy trays = buff … Read More

exercise, strength
Six Steps to Becoming a Great Dancer (no, really!)
1 Feb 2012

Six Steps to Becoming a Great Dancer (no, really!)

by Shay | posted in: advice, training | 0

If you have been reading my blog for even a short time, you have likely come across the popular “Four Steps to Becoming a Great Dancer” article I posted in late 2011.  That article stands as the first and most … Read More

evolution, growth, students
“Can you teach me to dance like _______…?”
5 Nov 2010

“Can you teach me to dance like _______…?”

by Shay | posted in: advice, fusion, performance, training, workshops | 0

Most every teacher I know has run into this question in one form or another from new students–some of us hear it many times a year. “I saw ‘The World Famous Debbie Dancer’ on YouTube. Can you teach me to … Read More

dance, new students
Why Spontaneity Comes from Following the Rules
5 Oct 2010

Why Spontaneity Comes from Following the Rules

by Shay | posted in: musings, training | 2

Over at Lateral Action, there is an interesting (& rather deep) post regarding a conversation between Brian Eno and the developer of Sim City, and the application of rules bringing about successful spontaneity. Read the full article here: http://lateralaction.com/articles/brian-eno-will-wright/ The … Read More

creativity, rules
Certifications…what do you think?
4 Oct 2010

Certifications…what do you think?

by Shay | posted in: questions, training | 1

Here’s the truth of it: When it comes to training intensives, I sometimes wish there were no certificate tied to the coursework.  Particularly in programs which are essentially “participation certificates” rather than tested on demonstrated knowledge and ability, I feel … Read More

certification, opinion, students
A Student’s Epiphany…
22 Nov 2009

A Student’s Epiphany…

by Shay | posted in: Teaching, training | 1

I have students who drive quite a distance to study with me–a fact I find speaks more to their dedication to the dance than any special skill I have in my teaching bag of tricks. A handful drive as much … Read More

intention, practice, students

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Student Reviews

Many of us attended your workshop, and took more than dance technique away. Your open and inviting attitude towards dance has become an essential part of our philosophy of dance. It is a wonderful gift that we will never be able to thank you enough. Read More

AJ - Winnipeg, Manitoba

A.S.
I’ve taken numerous classes from Shay and she is the best belly dance teacher in the area!  I’ve tried other teachers up north and have not been satisfied.  While I’m no longer a student I still miss classes with Sharon! She is so patient and has a way of explaining moves that are easy to understand.  If you can’t do a certain move she is quick… Read More

A.S.

Nancy M.
I had never been a dancer before I started taking classes with Shay. In fact, I’d never been very good at any physical skills. Since then, Shay has been able to help me open up and enjoy working with my body. She’s as an enthusiastic and caring of an instructor that I could ask for. I can have pretty much as much or as little personal attention as I… Read More

Nancy M.

Excellent Teacher With Awesome Hair I’ve been dancing with Sharon since 2002 or so and can’t say enough good things about her tribal classes: the solid foundation in dance basics and the dedication to breaking steps down in a comprehensible and meaningful way were what caught me–in that I felt like I was actually building a skill set as opposed to just swanning around in a coin… Read More

Chiara - (TeachStreet)

Tribal instruction at it’s finest! Shay has a true gift for teaching, and a true gift for tribal bellydance…put the two together and a magical class is born!  Her style is very warm and welcoming, and her instruction very clear and precise.  She is a wonderful teacher that I recommend highly to anyone interested in dipping their toes in tribal improv! Read More

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