Belly Dance for Bigs & Littles - Saturday, August 3

Share a shimmy with the child in your life!

In this special class for kids and their grown-ups, we’ll learn movements and cultural context of Egyptian social dance, helping to foster confidence and body positivity in a fun environment. This dance is for people of all ages and stages! No dance experience needed.

Sign up by July 26 and save $10!

• - 10:30 AM (45 min), Adults + Kids ages 3-6
• - 11:30 AM (1 hour), Adults + Kids ages 6-13

• - $30 - 1 adult + 1 child
• - $35 - 1 adult + 2 children
• - Hip scarves and silk veils available to borrow or buy!

Fall Belly Dance Class in Portland, Maine

Bright Star World Dance, 108 High Street, Portland, ME

NEW session starts September 8, 2019. Reserve your spot today! Save $10 till August 26.

Yes, YOU are perfect for belly dance, right now.

You don't need to lose or gain weight. You don't need to have rhythm or be flexible. Just bring your self and your sense of fun to learn something new this season in a warm and supportive environment.

Learn about movement, rhythms, and cultural context while discovering new muscles and a world of fun.

Classes are available for total beginners, continuing students, and advanced dancers. Join the next belly dance class starting the week of September 8, 2019.

• Level 1: Mon or Wed 5:30 PM - $145/eleven-week class
• Level 2: Sun 11 AM or Mon 7:00 PM - $165/eleven-week class
• Level 3: Wednesdays 7:00 PM - $165/eleven-week class
• Payment plans available.

Reserve your spot today!

Belly Dance Workshops & Intensive with Shahrzad in Maine

October 24-27, 2019

Get early bird rates now.

Shahrzad's 4-day intensive sold out fast — so we added some additional evening workshops!

Learn tabla with Marshall Bodiker on Friday evening (one for beginners, one for experienced drummers) and dance with Shahrzad on Saturday evening!

Get the early bird rates today! Just 15 people maximum in each workshop.

Drop-In Adult Dance Classes

Bright Star World Dance, 108 High St, Portland ME

Ballet Basics for Adults: Tue 5:30 PM, Sun 9:30 AM

Gain flexibility, balance, strength, and grace in this welcoming class. No experience necessary! Open to people of all genders, ages 14+. Ballet shoes encouraged, but don't let that stop you--socks will work.

Lunchtime Shimmy: Wednesdays 12:00-12:50 PM

Shake the midweek stress! Join this upbeat beginner belly dance class, learn some new moves, and transport yourself on your lunch break.

All drop-in classes are ongoing. Join us this week!

Private Lessons

Ballet or Belly Dance - In Person or by Skype

Customized lessons tailored to your needs and your learning style. Multi-lesson packages available!

Instructional DVDs

Delicious Pauses, Hands & Arms, and more

Shop for instructional DVDs and Grace Academy merch!

• A Dancer's Hands & Arms
• Rhythm & Pause DVD/CD combo
• Delicious Pauses: Negative Space in Movement
• Purple tank tops

Book a Belly Dancer

Party Entertainment, Weddings, Bridal Showers, and More

Elegant, family-friendly entertainment

Rosa brings sparkle and excitement to special events all around Southern Maine. Be sure to book well in advance!