Saturday Morning Belly Dance Classes

Join beginner belly dance class!

Build core strength as you execute basic belly dance steps and improve your rhythm and coordination.

Teach your body to move freely and with confidence! It's a bottom-up approach to personal transformation teaching us to embody carefree self love and bold expression.

Saturdays at 9am April 6th to May 4th. No Class April 27th. At Happy Soul Dance Studios 3089 Oxford Street in Halifax Nova Scotia. $25 drop-in $88/4 classes - pay by etransfer to [email protected]

Student Reviews

"Being in Jill's class has brought so much joy into my life. Jill brings a positivity and light to every class. She constantly challenges us while also making us confident that we are up for it. She always welcomes input and ideas from her students making the dance a collaborative experience. Her sincere love for belly dance shines through always and inspires it in us! Jill is a wonderful belly dancer teacher and person. I hope you have the opportunity to learn from her too."

"What started as a fun diversion has turned into a personal journey. My mind and body have been profoundly bent in ways that are challenging and rewarding. Jill’s approach is laid back but professional and focused. She is a patient teacher who recognizes her students’ strengths encouraging them to rise to new challenges. Jill takes care of our bodies by ensuring we learn proper technique to avoid injury and incororates conditioning into her classes. I am forever grateful to Jill for being such an amazing teacher."

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What should I wear to class?

Comfortable fitness wear that is fitted to the body. It helps to be able to see your hips in the mirror!

What footwear is appropriate for belly dance class?

Bare feet socks dance slippers and indoor fitness sneakers are all good options.

I've never taken a dance class before - is this for me?

Beginner belly dance is fun as well as challenging - I'm here to teach you new ways to move and be in your body. Leave preconceived ideas at the door and let yourself be vulnerable with me - I promise it's worth it!!

How do I find the studio?

Happy Soul Dance Studio is on the corner of Oxford Street and Bayers Road. The Entrance is on Bayers Road and the studio space is upstairs.

Is there anything I need to bring with me?

Bring a bottle of water and a sash or belt to tie around your hips.

What are your background and credentials?

Jill is a Registered Nurse who has worked in women's perinatal health newborn care and community health education. Jill has been training in Belly Dance since 2011 and teaching since 2015. Jill is a Reiki master. All of the above are woven together to create her unique class format and teaching style.

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