I’m Amy, you might already know my face as a regular in BDB’s BellyDance classes and I occasionally drop into the BellyJam Classes as well.

I started off in the Basics Winter term 2011 with very little belly dance experience, and now, well; there is no stopping me! I’m completely hooked and have a great enthusiasm for Belly Dancing Barbie and the BDB Community.

I’m so excited about this internship opportunity. Genuinely looking upon this role as a fresh way to explore and learn new level of Bellydance interests. What I’m hoping to get out of it is some fabulous chances to get behind the scenes, be creative, to learn something new, and have something to challenge my day-to-day routine this summer and at the same time spark some personal development and possibly even add a new level of social outreach into the bargain! I can’t wait to get stuck in!

So….  I love being a part of The Mala’ikah Project Last summer was amazing learning a new routine and performing as a troupe at the Edinburgh Festival, so I’m really keen to see another awesome summer dancing with you ladies.  I’m thrilled that the routine of 2013 is going to be a powerful traditional piece, (don’t want to give too much away in case it sounds like a spoiler)

I have to admit I’m more at ‘home’ with traditional Cabaret style, but by no means does that mean I’m not up for trying a bit of Tribal, Oriental, Fusion and Improvisation.

So regardless of what you’re into, or what level you’re at, in my opinion …. I think you must know when you are a belly dancer in spirit because you can dance to anything and everything with a shimmy and a smile.

Keep in touch

A x

The response was far greater than I could ever have imagined! The calibre of applicants was really high, the skill set varied and plentiful and I spent many an hour, ok several days actually, making my selections to compile a shortlist of applicants to invite to interview.

Interviews were held over a three week period and I thoroughly enjoyed the process, the echo of the BDB ethos and the enthusiasm that ripples outwards. On a personal level can I just say that I’m absolutely WOW’ed by your support for BDB, your passionate interest in joining me in what I do and your desire to help me ensure we can continue and progress this fabulous positive thing we got going on! Thank you to all who applied and to those who shared this opportunity with your friends.

In the end I didn’t find two suitable applicants - I found three!!

So over the coming months BDB Team members will be assisting me in shipping some goals and life long dreams. Helping us progress as a healthy and thriving women’s dance and wellbeing community. We’ll be bringing you a delightful plethora of exciting bellydance news, reviews, articles, events and more! …and of course, in true BDB fashion, we’ll be making history. This is the first specialised Bellydance Internship Programme ever to be offered!

I look forward to introducing you to the Bellydancingbarbie Team…

Shimmies,

Lindsey Marie Silver
Managing Director
Bellydancingbarbie

Adding some sparkle to your life!

All classes in our summer term are now:

Well done to everyone who booked their spaces! We have a summer full of shimmies to look forward to including a number of exclusive invite only events – news to follow!

As before, if you didn’t manage to secure a space on the full term keep a look out for one off Drop-In spaces as these may become available due to holidays etc. Check back soon for lots of exciting news, events, chat and details of our Auturm term…

Remember there’s also the option to have BDB deliver private tutorials & fitness training sessions for you and up to 2 others. These can be completely tailored to your learning and interests and are without a doubt one of the quickest ways to develop dancing technique, style & fitness. Discounts are available to BDB girls who have attended regular classes before and are booking a block of sessions in advance. Diary space currently available on Mondays, Wednesdays & Sundays. Check out the “Dance/Fitness Instructor” tab on the Hire page and send through an enquiry form.

Ladies, my excitement for this summer term and future terms is so great I actually feel like my heart could just leap right out of my chest! I cannot wait to share more of the joy of bellydancing with you all …YALLA!!

Shimmies & sunshine,

Bellydancingbarbie Xx.

Bellydance is amazing. Btw.

Happy World Bellydance Day to all my BDB Girls and Shimmy Sisters wherever you are in the world, we are all together.

I’ve managed to secure the same time slots and you can expect all the good shimmies and moves you love …and LOTS of sensational new ones too! I’ve been gifted a designated space in the centre to store some kit including a plug-in fan which I intend to get and over the summer I was thinking to store our picnic rug there and our awesome portable WiFi Boombox for pre and post class get togethers at the meadows!

Ladies, our Summer term of Belly Dancing Classes in Edinburgh is now live for booking over on the LEARN page! It’s a 6 week term running Tuesday 4th June to Thursday 11th July and it’s going to be FANTASTIC!!

SUMMER TIMETABLE
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Tuesday’s | 7.15-8.15pm | at Ashtanga Yoga Edinburgh, EH9 1JT
BellyBasics™ | All the basics, technique & conditioning
Best for: Learning, strengthening, toning, flexibility
6 Classes £43 |  ★FULLY BOOKED★
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Tuesday’s | 8:30-9:30pm | at Ashtanga Yoga Edinburgh, EH9 1JT
BellyDance™ | Layering, choreographies & improvisation
Best for: Learning, styling, confidence, expression
6 Classes £43 |  1 SPACE REMAINING*
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Thursday’s | 7:15-8:15pm | at Ashtanga Yoga Edinburgh, EH9 1JT
BellyJam™ | Energising aerobic bellydance class!
Best for: Fitness, toning, calorie burning, flexibility, energy
6 Classes £37 |  ★FULLY BOOKED★
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I MUST WARN: Within a matter of hours & before I’d even properly spread the word 11 SPACES WERE GONE so I imagine this term will book up very quickly too (the last term took only 3 days to be fully booked) so please act F-A-S-T if you’d like to join us for summertime shimmies beside the meadows!

If you have an existing flexible 8 class pass you’d like to attend with you must now contact me so that I can reserve spaces for you. This does not guarantee your space (unless I have specifically told you otherwise) however it gives you priority over Drop-Ins. Drop-In spaces, should they be available, will be calculated and posted up on week 2 of term at individual cost per class of £9 BellyBasics, BellyDance|£7 BellyJam.

If there’s anything at all I can help you with you can email me or text and I’ll do my best to respond straight away.

★ I also have some other very exciting news coming soon so stay tuned for that…

Looking forward to a sparkling summer of shimmies, wellbeing & excitement,

Lindsey Marie Silver

info@bellydancingbarbie.com

07853 197 964

* Spaces correct as at 20:44 on Wed 15th May

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So there you go!

….I actually have a few surprise surprise moments coming up for you in the next few months but they’ll need to remain a secret for now! ;)

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All classes in our spring term are now:

Well done to everyone who moved fast and block booked their spaces!

If you didn’t manage to secure a space keep a look out for one off Drop-In spaces which may become available due to holidays etc. Check back frequently for news, events, chat and details of our summer term…

In the meantime there’s also the option to have BDB deliver private tutorials for you and up to 2 others. Private sessions can be delivered in the comfort of your own home or in a city centre studio. These can be completely tailored to your learning and interests and are without a doubt one of the quickest ways to develop dancing technique, style & fitness. Discounts are available to BDB girls who have attended regular classes before and are booking a block of sessions in advance. Diary space currently available on Mondays, Wednesdays & Sundays. Check out the “Dance/Fitness Instructor” tab on the Hire page and send through an enquiry form.

Looking forward to dancing with you all soon and in the future…

As ever, any questions just ask…

Shimmies & sunshine,

Bellydancingbarbie Xx.

I expect these three spaces will fill up within the next couple of days so if you want to make one of them To make it yours you best be quick! Secure your space over on the Learn page now.

If you have an existing Class Pass you wish to use this term this is your final opportunity to contact me to reserve a space. Once it’s full, it’s full! I don’t anticipate there being any Drop-In spaces this term but should any become available these will be posted up on the Learn page if there’s notice or on social media sites on the day if it’s at shorter notice. Class Pass holders have priority over those who do not.

I’m already receiving a large number of enquiries for our summer term and going forward I’m considering opening up a waiting list. I’ll let you know if I indeed do decide to do that and will be sure to give notice so as to give everyone a fair chance at being as high up the list as possible.

Looking forward to dancing with you all very soon and in the future!

Shimmies & exciting times :) Xx.