About this Event
Beginner Belly Dance – 10-Week Course
Discover the joy of Belly Dance in a welcoming and inclusive 10-week course designed especially for beginners.
Whether you've never danced before or have dabbled in Belly Dance and would like to strengthen your foundations, you'll learn fundamental movements and techniques step by step.
No previous dance experience is required and no partner is needed.
What You'll Learn
Across 10 weeks, we'll explore foundational Belly Dance techniques including hip movements, shimmies, circles, figure 8s, upper-body movements, arms, travelling steps and simple combinations.
You'll develop coordination, musicality, body awareness, confidence and expression, while also discovering the music and cultural traditions connected to Oriental dance.
Feel and move to the rhythms of the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean; from earthy and fiery rhythms to joyful, playful, sensual and mysterious melodies. Learn to listen to the music, recognise different rhythms, and explore how movement and expression can bring the music to life.
Classes are progressive, building your skills week by week in a relaxed and encouraging environment.
Who Is This Course For?
Complete beginners are absolutely welcome!
You don't need to be flexible, experienced or have a particular body type to Belly Dance.
ALL BODIES • ALL BACKGROUNDS • ALL WELCOME!
Your Teacher – Chris
Chris is a Melbourne-based Oriental dancer, choreographer, researcher and dance educator with two decades of experience in the world of dance.
As a qualified Australian school teacher with a Master of Teaching, Chris combines professional teaching practice with extensive dance experience to provide structured, engaging and culturally informed classes.
Chris has performed extensively in Melbourne, as well as in Adelaide, Sydney and Istanbul, with experience ranging from ongoing residencies to major festivals, corporate functions, private celebrations, restaurants, nightclubs, cabaret venues and major dance events. He has also been invited to perform alongside and in productions featuring renowned Australian and international dance artists.
Course Details
Mondays | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
5 October – 7 December 2026
10 weekly classes
Cost: Only $199 for the full 10-week course
5-class pass: $115
Lux Fitness & Dance Studios
54A Moreland Road, Brunswick VIC
Street parking is available nearby.
What Should I Wear?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely, such as activewear, leggings, a fitted top or dancewear.
Dance barefoot or in soft jazz shoes or ballet slippers. Bring a water bottle and, if you already own one, a hip scarf. Don't have one? Chris can advise you on where to purchase one.
Come Dance With Us!
Learn something new, move your body, feel the rhythms, build confidence, meet new people and become part of a welcoming Belly Dance community.
No experience needed. Just come dance!
Event venue & nearby stays
Lux Fitness and Dance Studio, 54A Moreland Road, Brunswick, Australia
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