Classes

Bellyup Oriental dancers

When?

We run an 8 week term that starts at the beginning of ACT public school terms.

2025 Term dates:
Term 1: 4th February - 27th March 2025
***Term 2: 29th April - 19th June 2025***
Term 3: 22nd July - 11th September 2025
Term 4: 14th October - 4th December 2025

Where?

We hold classes in Tuggeranong: Tuggeranong Arts Centre, 137 Reed Street North, Greenway
We are in Studio 2, which is best accessed through the double yellow doors that lead off the side car park (just before you go under the bridge). When you enter the centre we are in the studio on your right.

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What style will I learn?
At Bellyup, we teach two different styles of bellydance, traditional/Oriental (what most people think of when they think bellydance) and FCBD®️/Tribal style (a modern form of bellydance where dancers learn a 'vocabulary' of dance combinations using cues to dance together).
In our traditional (Oriental) classes, we teach you the moves through choreography, not just endless drilling. This means that when you go home from your very first beginner class, you will already be able to put together a number of moves!
Likewise, FCBD®️ style will have you dancing combinations from the very first class. We teach using the FCBD®️ format where a leader uses cues and other dancers follow, this makes every performance unique.
***We currently offer classes for experienced dancers only in the FCBD®️ format***

Bellyup Tribal dancers (FCBD®️ Style)

Who can dance?

Anyone!
Our students have ranged in age from 6 to 83.
We have people of all shapes and sizes, and have taught students with varying degrees of mobility.

Class times

Traditional/Oriental style
Tuesday Evening
6 - 7pm:
Beginners with Amanda - Jalihah
A former “bonus dance” for the worldwide Shimmy Mob movement, Jalihah was choreographed by our very own Amanda Finn.
This simple choreography has been modified by Mandy to give it that “Bellyup” flair!
A fun, easy to learn dance, suitable for beginners.

7 - 8pm:
Continuing with Bec - Samara
A classic Bellyup choreography designed for troupe performances. With all the skills, transitions and of course fun, that you have come to expect in a Bellyup dance!
Recommended for those with some bellydance experience

FCBD®️ Style (ATS/Tribal):
Wednesday Evening
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Continuing FCBD®️ with Bronwyn
In this 90-minute class, students will learn short dance combinations that can be used to dance together with other students in a supportive environment.
This class teaches the Fat Chance Belly Dance®️ style format and will cover movements from Level 2 and beyond.
Suitable for students with at least one year experience of Level 1.

8:00pm - 8:30pm
FCBD®️ 'Flow' session with Bronwyn
This is a facilitated improvisational dance session where dancers can put into practice the movements and skills they have learned during classes. All dancers are met at their level and nurtured to grow as part of the group.
Minimum of one year experience of FCBD style Level 1 group improvisation classes required.

Cost?

Early bird prices
(until 11:59pm Monday 5th May, 2025)

Traditional/Oriental class (60min)
- $155 for one class per term (8 classes/8 weeks)
- $80 for a second class per term (16 classes/8 weeks)

FCBD®️ class (90min)
- $235 per term (8 classes/8 weeks)
* Flow session - $60

Regular prices
(from Tuesday 6th May, 2025)

Traditional/Oriental class (60min)
- $185 for one class per term (8 classes/8 weeks)
- $95 for a second class per term (16 classes/8 weeks)

FCBD®️ class (90min)
- $280 per term (8 classes/8 weeks)
* Flow session - $60

Payment via bank transfer:
Bellyup Bellydance
BSB: 325-185
Acc: 03281676

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What do I wear?

Wear something comfortable that allows movement, like leggings and a T-shirt.
No, you don't have to bare your tummy (unless you want to!)

Don't forget to bring a drink bottle!

Contact

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