Intro to Belly Dance (Summer 26)
A 4-week Beginner Series
Beginner Level on Thursdays
July 9-30, 2026
6:15 - 7:15 pm
The Dance Hub Studio (Victoria studio)
22 East Victoria Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Registration is open!
About this Class
Curious about belly dance but not sure where to start?
This welcoming 4-week series is designed especially for beginners who want to explore the beauty and joy of belly dancing in a fun and encouraging environment.
Whether you're looking for a new hobby, a creative outlet, a gentle way to move your body, or simply a chance to try something new, this class offers a wonderful introduction to the art of belly dance.
No experience is necessary. All ages and body types are welcome.
What You'll Learn
Over four weeks, you'll discover the foundations of belly dance while learning some of the most iconic and signature movements of this beautiful dance form, including:
- Hip drops and lifts
- Circles and figure eights
- Shimmies
- Undulations
- Graceful arm patterns
- Simple combinations that bring the movements together
Each class builds upon the previous week, helping you develop confidence, coordination, musicality, and body awareness at a comfortable pace.
If the group is interested, this Series might be extended into August.
Bring Your Friends & Get Rewarded! āØ
Starting something new is always more fun with friends! Invite your favorite people to join you for this 4-week Intro to Belly Dance series and create your own dance crew!
š Special Buddy Bonus
When you fully register and bring 3 friends who are new students and enroll in the full session, you'll receive a FREE belly dance hip scarf from Cris! as a thank-you gift.
Whether you're sisters, coworkers, neighbors, or best friends, you'll get to learn, laugh, and shimmy together while making unforgettable memories. So spread the word, gather your friends, and start your belly dance journey as a group!
Come explore the enchanting world of Middle Eastern dance in a fun, supportive, and relaxed environment while gaining a stronger core, toned muscles, active hips and rhythm!
Registration Information
Please contact Cris! if you have any questions before enrolling as there are no refunds or transfers.
š Video access to any class content is only provided through our BDL Online Studio. To become a Sparkle member is easy. Just click on the Yes, I want to Sparkle! checkbox during checkout.
By signing up to any of our classes and completing your registration you agree to our Disclaimer and Refund & Cancellation Policy (please read).
Where to shop for Dance Shoes
- bellydance.com (enter product numbers 7779 or 8400 as an example)
- Amazon 1 / Amazon 2
- Theatricals Jazz Shoes
- Bloch Jazz Shoes (This is what I own)
- Capezio Jazz Shoes
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What Students are saying
"Thank you for being you!! What you bring to your dance students is so much more than dance. We get to release our expressions in dance, even the ones that hide sometimes. Our breath expands, even our nerves giggle! More length in our muscles and even lightness to our daily stride plus we get to imagine incorporating the dance moves you taught us into our life. There is nothing like a barrel turn to the oven, or some hip slides to the laundry!"
"Iām so grateful for the joy and grace of dance that you share with me and others! It's great to have a living example of how we can be both brainy AND beautiful at the same moment in time! I didn't really believe it could be done! I am enjoying the process SO much!"
"Cris!, I am so grateful to have met you while practicing for Solstice in 2010 with Vanessa and I was in awe of your kindness, beautiful grace and humble personality. I did not even know you were an exquisitely talented and extraordinary Middle Eastern belly dancer. I'm so happy to have a chance to learn from you now (...) Thank you for making me feel welcome in your class in BellyDance Land. I have so much to learn but you make it fun and carefree."
