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A little bit about what I offer
I am passionate teacher and I consistently try to challenge and inspire my students, while providing a safe and supportive environment. In addition to 10 years of dance teaching, I also have 15 years’ experience teaching English as a second language. I think it is vital to infuse all my classes and workshops with cutting edge pedagogy. I hold certifications in Zoe Jakes’ Dancecraft format and Amy Sigil’s ITS format.
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I can offer you workshops, weekly classes, one-to-one lessons, or you can buy a choreography from me.
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Here you can find out a little bit more about the styles of dance I teach.
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Learn to dance
Nothing beats dancing together in the same space. Fusion belly dance, ITS, performance skills, choreography... see what workshops I have coming up or get in touch to host me in your area.
Join my weekly fusion belly dance and ITS classes in Colchester! These classes cover the basics and are perfect for beginners or intermediates looking to tune up their skills - everyone is welcome!​
Idalia is a creative space where dance is not just an art form, but a journey of self-discovery and collaboration. The result is unforgettable stage pieces and beautiful friendships.​
1-to-1 lessons are the perfect way to make quick and focused progress in your dance journey. I offer personally tailored training to help you achieve your goals.
I am also available to create a bespoke choreography for you, taking into account your dance style, abilities and artistic visions. Find out more here.
The dance styles I teach
Raqs sharqi
Raqs sharqi is the classical Egyptian style of belly dance that developed during the first half of the 20th century.
It is a type of dance that has its roots in Egyptian social and folkloric dances but has been influenced by western dance genres.
From the beginning, Raqs Sharqi incorporated Baladi and folkloric movements, as well as western influences which can be seen in the use of turns, traveling steps, and a more lifted feeling than the traditional local dances.
ITS (Improv Team Sync)
ITS (formerly Improvisational Tribal Style) belly dance is a style of group dance improvisation, ITS is performed by a group of dancers consisting of one of more leaders and followers. The dance relies on a shared vocabulary of movements, each initiated by the leader using a distinct cue movement. After the cue, a short choreographed movement sequence, or combo, is performed by the group. The leader chooses the combo based on their interpretation of the music, which is often done spontaneously during the performance.
Fusion
Fusion is a modern Western form of belly dance that was created by fusing American Tribal Style belly dance and American Cabaret belly dance.
Artists frequently incorporate elements from Popping, Hip Hop, 'Egyptian' or 'Cabaret' belly dance, as well as movement principles from traditional forms such as Flamenco, Kathak, Odissi, and other folkloric and classical dance styles.