Belly Dancing - a Guide to Classes in the Seattle Area

According to Encarta ® World English Dictionary: Belly dancing (plural bel·ly danc·es) Noun - dance using belly movements: a dance of North Africa and southwestern Asia, in which the hips and abdomen are moved rapidly Sound fun? Well if you live in the greater Seattle area, you are in luck as there are multiple choices of where you can take some Belly dancing classes.

Mandala Tribal
Phinney Ridge Neighborhood Center
6532 Phinney Ave. North -- Room 7
Seattle, WA 98103

From their website:
"Everyone is welcome, no matter what size, shape, or dance experience. In each class, students will have the opportunity to build their strength and confidence, as well as develop connections with their fellow classmates in an atmosphere of support and trust"

They offer three levels of instruction with each series lasting six weeks. The 55-minute classes are taught on Monday and Wednesday evenings. You can check out a Basics class free to find out if you enjoy it.

Class Fees:
$60 for one class a week
$115 for two classes a week
$160 for unlimited classes each week
Drop ins (when class size permits) are $12 per class

Leslie Rosen
Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
4408 Delridge Way SW
Seattle, WA, 98106

From her website:
"Belly dancers are supple, feminine, earthly, mysterious, playful and strong that dancer is you! Come learn among friends and awaken your inner fire. Build community and self-knowledge while honoring the inner divine feminine."

Classes are held on Wednesday nights in 6-week sessions with the following schedule:
6 - 6:50pm - Toolbox
7:00 - 7:50pm -Belly dance Workout
8:00 - 8:50pm - Sacred Geometry

Class Fees for each six week series:
$60 for one set
$100 for two
$150 for three

Saqra's
100 Railroad Ave S
Kent, WA 253-813-8580

From website
Dancers welcome all levels the 1st Saturday of every month - 6:30-9pm as Saqra presents an open dance night at The Moonraker, at 23803 104th Ave SE in Kent.