Intro to Belly Dance with Rosa

Online + In-Person Belly Dance Class from Portland, Maine

  • Live online class via Zoom

  • In-person class at Bright Star World Dance, 108 High Street, Floor 3, Portland, Maine, Corner of High & Spring, above the Little Tap House restaurant

  • Class recordings and notes available to all registered students!

Yes, YOU can learn belly dance!

  • Next class starts January 29, 2024

  • Monays, 6:00 PM EDT, 10-week session, $210 or 3 installments of $70

  • Save $20 till January 22, 2024!

Save $20 till January 22, 2024!

 NOTE: Masks are required for in-person classes.

Not comfortable in a mask? Not vaccinated and boosted? Not local or just not ready for groups yet? Join us online!

Yes, YOU can learn belly dance! 

Connect with your body and embrace your stage of life. Learn movements, rhythms, and cultural context unique to Egyptian belly dance.

Forget the stereotypes. Belly dance is for every body.

You don’t need to lose weight or be flexible. You just need to be ready to have fun and learn something new in a warm and supportive environment.

Let’s dance for joy in this Intro to Belly Dance class with Rosa!

Save $20 till January 22, 2024!

Our 2016 Intro to Belly Dance class

You’re in need of something new to explore.

You’re looking for a way to move your body that feels really good.

But nothing has clicked yet. 

I get it.

Our 2018 Intro to Belly Dance Class

Maybe you’re feeling…

  • Disconnected from your body

  • Stuck doing sedentary activities

  • Unfulfilled by traditional exercise programs

  • Turned off by discouraging dance teachers

  • Intimidated by images that don’t represent you

  • Dissatisfied with the amount of you-time in your life

Let’s change that.

Save $20 till January 22!

Movement changes everything.

My mood, my ability to process even small setbacks, the way the news of the world affects me…

… Not to mention my physical comfort!

When I don’t move, everything seems much more challenging–both physically and emotionally.

Bringing dance, music, and genuine human connection into my life on a regular basis…

This makes all the difference in my quality of life.

Our 2018 Holiday Student Showcase

Imagine how it would feel to…

  • Move with ease and grace

  • Feel connected to your body

  • Appreciate every stage of life

  • Change your mood on demand

… All with encouragement, warmth, and connection.

Yes, even in an online class!

Start with any Intro to Belly Dance class module.

Each module introduces a new rhythm and a new set of movements.

Six different multi-week modules (A through E) will give you a foundation in Egyptian style belly dance.

Intro to Belly Dance is a warm and supportive online class designed for adults who are total beginners wanting to explore a new way to gain confidence and fluidity.

Adults of of all genders, all ages, and all stages of life are welcomed and affirmed.

Our belly dance class includes more than just the movements.

Some of the things you’ll learn…

  • Learn about the cultural context of Egyptian belly dance

  • Understand the rhythms of Middle Eastern music

  • Become familiar with the instruments and various musical styles

  • Do away with untrue stereotypes and belly dance myths

  • Enjoy the movement, the music, and the moment

Save $20 till January 22, 2024!

Rosa Noreen in performance

My classes are designed with care — for you.

If you’re joining online, you’ll be able to see and hear me clearly, with excellent sound and lighting, full-body views, and close-ups when helpful.

You don’t need special equipment or a big space—just the ability to move 1-2 steps in each direction, and a winter scarf for your hips.

Community is more important than ever these days. Bringing everyone together in a shared experience is a priority for me as your teacher.

In-person students will have plenty of room to move in the studio on our beautiful wood floors and airy space.

You won’t be learning by rote.

As we learn new movements each week, I will share a specially designed combination so you can learn about movement transitions and the rhythms that are integral to Arabic music.

I’ll also guide you in putting together these movements in different ways, so that you can become comfortable with your new skills!

Each class finishes with a guided stretch of 10-15 minutes to help release your muscles and keep your body happy.

You’ll develop a new understanding of your own body — and how you can shift your mood on demand. 

You’ll learn about rhythms, musical styles, and the rich cultural context of this dance form. Whether you want to dance along with me or improvise to music — we have you covered.

The benefits go far beyond our 9-week class.

When you join Intro to Belly Dance, you get…

  • A 10-week dance class with Rosa

  • Join in-person OR via Zoom OR watch the recordings on YOUR schedule!

  • Access to the class recordings until a week after the final class of the session, so you can make your own schedule

  • Notes, video links, and extra background info on our class topics

  • Membership in a private Facebook group for Rosa’s students (optional)

  • Early birds save $20!

Save $20 till January 22, 2024!

Rosa’s Zoom-loving cat, Klaus (no cats in the dance studio, though!)

What happens next?

After you sign up for Intro to Belly Dance, you’ll get a confirmation email including:

  • A invitation to join the private Facebook group for Rosa’s students

  • A mini lesson introducing you to several movements

  • A printable calendar with a photo from one of Rosa’s shoots in Egypt

Each week via email you’ll get: 

  • Online students: The Zoom link for the live online dance class via shortly before each class (a new link each week, for security)

  • All students: The class recording and notes/videos/links via email and on Teachable

Our 2018 Intro to Belly Dance class

Still thinking about joining Intro to Belly Dance?

Delving into belly dance was life-changing for me. I found a dance style that opened up worlds of movement, music, history, language, and – most of all – the wonderful people. 

I found a dance form that I could do solo, or with others… that could be cheeky and fun, or deeply emotional and expressive… that has inspired me to keep a beginner’s mindset and always be learning and growing.

If you’ve read this far, I have a feeling this class is exactly what you’re looking for. 

If you’re still questioning whether Intro to Belly Dance class is right for you, reach out to me via email or click the chat box in the bottom right corner! I’m happy to answer all your questions. 

What are you waiting for? Let’s explore!

Save $20 till January 22, 2024!

“I leave my beginner class with huge amounts of joy and happiness after diving into a different culture, success at even baby steps toward being able to shimmy and swirl and play zills with a wonderful group of new friends.”

— Cathy R.

Join the next Intro to Belly Dance Class with Rosa

Save $20 till January 22, 2024!

Join Rosa’s Intro to Belly Dance class in-person in Portland, Maine.

  • Mondays 6:00 PM starting January 29, 2024

  • Bright Star World Dance, 108 High St, Floor 3, Portland, Maine

  • Join via Zoom as needed

  • Recordings available till April 30, 2024

  • $210 / 10-week class, payment plan available

Save $20 only till January 22
Use code WARMUP20 at checkout.


Join Intro to Belly Dance class online!

  • Monays 6:00 PM starting January 29, 2024

  • Live Zoom class

  • Recordings available till April 30, 2024

Save $20 only till January 22
Use code WARMUP20 at checkout.

$210 / 10-week class, payment plan available


Join the class with a payment plan!

  • Pay in 3 monthly installments of $70 each

  • Apply to Online or In-Person classes

Save $20 only till January 22
Use code WARMUP20PKG at checkout.


Belly Dance Class FAQs

  • What we commonly call belly dance comes from the Middle East and North Africa. Once you start to learn about the roots of belly dance, its history, and how dance fits into many different parts of life, you'll be even more intrigued!

    In the cultures of origin, belly dance is a social, celebratory dance form, done by regular people with their friends for enjoyment and expression, as well as by professionals for entertainment at all different types of events.

    Rosa's experience is primarily with Egyptian style belly dance. She has visited Cairo numerous times to study and explore. She loves to share her knowledge to help students gain a deeper understanding of this dance form.

    You'll learn to move in a whole new way, appreciating your body for all that it does for you both in class and in life.

  • Yes! This class is designed for total beginners.

    You don’t need to have any movement experience at all in order to join this class and start to learn all about belly dance.

    We start from the very beginning and learn about the movements, rhythms, and cultural context of this wonderful dance form.

  • For the comfort of the current students, only class participants are allowed in the studio during class time.

    However, Rosa offers free try-it classes a few times a year. Email Rosa to ask about the next one, visit the events page, or join Rosa’s email newsletter to be notified!

  • Yoga or exercise clothing is perfect. Tie a scarf around your hips and you’re ready to dance! Rosa can also suggest quality Egyptian hip scarves to buy online for extra fun.

    For footwear, bare feet, non-grippy socks, or indoor-only dance shoes like ballet or jazz shoes are a good fit.

  • Tuition is non-refundable unless the class is cancelled by the instructor. All students can attend via Zoom or watch the class recordings at any time. Class recordings are available until a week after the session ends.

    In case of serious illness or injury, students can defer to a future session with credit for remaining classes from the time that you email Rosa.

  • You can email Rosa or give her a call at (207) 409-9540 to answer any questions you might still have!

    Ready? Join the next class!

Save $20 only till January 22, 2024!

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