Belly Dancing Classes in Edinburgh

Being popular and well established all Bellydancingbarbie classes & workshops promote a real sense of community!

Women like you come along each week to learn the mesmerising movements of this ancient artform. They also come along to relax & unwind and to take the valuable time they deserve to strengthen themselves physically & emotionally, enabling them to give back more in all areas of their lives.

Driven by a love of people and a respect for individuality we take a holistic approach to teaching and place an emphasis on your enjoyment! Your wellbeing is high on our priority list and extensive training has been undertaken to ensure sessions are both authentic and safe.

For a rounded learning experience we add elements such as musicality, the evolution of belly dance, performance & expression, confidence & style building flair. Bonus 'lesson summary' notes for many of our regular sessions are exclusively available over on the belly dancing chat page. These can be read at your leisure and can help aid your learning, understanding and progression.

From the basics of bellydance to its deeper complexities each and every Bellydancingbarbie class offers something new and fabulous. You'll leave feeling positively glowing.

For all classes, comfortable clothing is recommended and bare feet or soft soled shoes.

Bring some water and a hipscarf if you have one. Hipscarves and other accessories are available in our belly dance shop and to purchase in class, they really heighten your moves and make you feel the part instantly!

Please check individual listings above for further details...

Try these classes, you'll love them and so will your body!

View regular term dates in our belly dance calendar and add to yours.

To hire bellydancingbarbie to teach one-off or weekly belly dancing classes & workshops in Edinburgh please visit the belly dancer hire page.

This fabulous class opens up the fundamental elements of belly dance and focuses on learning the basic moves.

Moves are thoroughly broken down in each class and lesson summaries are provided to heighten learning and maximise your progression. Lindsey's open teaching style leaves you positively glowing!

Through regular BellyBasics classes you will also benefit from the vast health and fitness benefits of belly dancing. Increasing predominantly core strength, muscle tone, flexibility and coordination.

  • Open level - Absolute beginners & more experienced dancers are invited to attend
  • For all - Suitable for all ages and fitness levels
  • Wear - Comfortable clothing - leggings, fitted t-shirt/vest top, bare feet/soft soled shoes
  • Bring - Some water/fruit juice to rehydrate and a hipscarf if you have one (available in shop)

BellyBasics @ The Studio Below, Edinburgh - map & directions

Drop In £7 [Limited Spaces]
Tuesday 17 January 2012 - Tuesday 06 March 2012, 7pm to 8pm

Alternative Options: Flexible 8 Class Pass

BellyBasics @ The Studio Below, Edinburgh - map & directions

8 weeks £50
Starting Tuesday 27 March 2012 - Tuesday 15 May 2012, 7pm to 8pm

Alternative Options: Flexible 8 Class Pass

BellyBasics @ Edinburgh Studios, Edinburgh - map & directions

8 weeks £50
Starting Wednesday 28 March 2012 - Wednesday 16 May 2012, 7pm to 8pm

Alternative Options: Flexible 8 Class Pass

This inspiring class covers all elements of belly dance and focuses on learning to dance group choreographies and developing individual freestyle improvisation.

Discover how to create sensational unique sequences, connect with the music and dance from the heart.

Lesson summaries are provided for these classes to maximise your learning and progression.

Build your confidence and individual dancing style through Lindsey's innovative & fun teaching techniques. You'll leave feeling revived & radiant!

  • Open level - Previous attendance at technique classes is not essential, although this would prove helpful
  • For all - Suitable for all ages & fitness abilities
  • Wear - Comfortable clothing & any belly bling - leggings/full circle skirt/harem pants, vest/choli top/body stocking, bare feet/soft soled shoes/foot thongs, hipscarf
  • Bring - Some water to rehydrate, your hipscarf & veil (available in shop)

ChoreoImpro @ The Studio Below, Edinburgh - map & directions

Drop In £7 [Limited Spaces]
Tuesday 17 January 2012 - Tuesday 06 March 2012, 8:15pm to 9:15pm

Alternative Options: Flexible 8 Class Pass

ChoreoImpro @ The Studio Below, Edinburgh - map & directions

8 weeks £50
Starting Tuesday 27 March 2012 - Tuesday 15 May 2012, 8:15pm to 9:15pm

Alternative Options: Flexible 8 Class Pass

The exciting new aerobic belly dancing class!

This fun class combines cardio range belly dance moves with high energy Arabic beats.

Move sequences are designed to be easy enough for everyone to follow and to engage the entire body in exhilarating exercise. The resulting class delivers feel good, calorie burning belly dance fitness!

BellyJam targets heart & lung health, muscular strength and stamina, whilst relaxation and stretch components ensure you feel fabulous and flexible afterwards.

Bonus health & fitness handouts are available to help maximise your potential.

Who needs the gym when you can Jam!

  • Open level - No dance or exercise experience required
  • For all - Suitable for all ages and fitness levels
  • Wear - Comfortable keep fit clothing and trainers
  • Bring - Some water to rehydrate
  • Optional - Add resistance with a hipscarf (available in shop)

BellyJam @ The Studio Below, Edinburgh - map & directions

Drop In £5 [Limited Spaces]
Thursday 19 January 2012 - Thursday 08 March 2012, 7:15pm to 8:15pm

Alternative Options: Flexible 8 Class Pass

BellyJam @ Edinburgh Studios, Edinburgh - map & directions

8 weeks £40
Starting Monday 26 March 2012 - Monday 14 May 2012, 8pm to 9pm

Alternative Options: Flexible 8 Class Pass

BellyJam @ The Studio Below, Edinburgh - map & directions

8 weeks £40
Starting Thursday 29 March 2012 - Thursday 17 May 2012, 7:15pm to 8:15pm

Alternative Options: Flexible 8 Class Pass

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