Raise your fitness level, body awareness, coordination, and confidence as you discover the joys of one of the oldest and most beautiful dance forms. This class covers the basics of bellydance: posture, arm positioning, hip movements, hand position…

“ I am a beginner dancer and I am looking for a meet up group close the the Franklin area..Boston and Rhode Island are too far for me to travel due to lack of child care. ”

“ Hello! I've taken Beginner Bellydance I and II last year with a wonderful teacher named Tara, and I can't wait to get back into it! ”

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“ I am still new to RI and have joined Kanina's Arabic belly dance class. I am looking for a traditional Turkish class as well. I want to become well versed in Oriental dance. ”

“ Hello I would love to learn and meet and make new friends new to the area. Please let me know about time and place. ”

“ Because i always want to learn more about this dane that amazes me ”

“ It is always good to make more friends seeing there is nothing to do in west warwick that way we can all fine fun things to do together debra ”

“ Hi everyone! I am new to this site. It sounds very interesting. I would like to meet single men. I am a very attractive, intelligent, and loyal individual. ”

“ Hello! Miss Barb actually introduced me to bellydancing, and I've been taking classes off and on for 3 years. I now take classes once a week in Wakefield (I live and attend college at URI), but I wish I could take more! ”

“ Hi! I have been interested in bellydancing for a little while now, and would like to learn how to do it and make new friends doing so. ”

“ just want to learn to belly dance and have fun ”

“ I am looking to meet other belly dancers in the Ocean State and nearby Mass and Conn :) ”

“ The kids are grown and now it's time for me. I am now ready to start living again and joining groups to meet new people and make new friends. ”

“ I am looking for a dance partner, Itlalian would be wonder ”

“ I'm always looking for dances to go to. Ballroom, Latin, Country, Contra... Luv it all! :o) ”

“ I am a very social person. I live in a very nice waterfront house by myself. I would love to have mmet-up parties/get-togethers/pot-luck at my house. I want these local Meetups because I will like to meet new people and make friends ”

“ These Meetups are a great way to reach out to more people who love to dance. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want fo find places / partner to go salsa / bachata dancing. I live near hartford, CT ”

“ I want these local Meetups because It great to meet different Bellydancers in the area and learn from one another something new and exciting. ”

“ I am interested in meeting other fun people w/ like interests; whether other parents for hanging out & playdates or just single people looking to meet someone. I have a varied array of interests and since I'm a working single mom a limited schedule. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have been wanting to learn this dance/art form for many years going and need more info on where to go and some motivation to start... ”

“ Hi, I have been a solitary eitch for the last five years. I am deeply interested in the plight of our environment and the fair treatment of those outside of the so-called "mainstream." ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm a beginner at salsa and I'm looking for a dancing partner to practice practice and practice... ”

“ I love live music, dance and meeting new people. Took a few Latin Dance classes and want to continue. Trying to learn a little Spanish for a trip to Bolivia. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to dance and are looking for other types and places to dance. ”

“ I would be considered an "Amateur" ;-) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am new the area and are looking to get involve with the bellydance comminuty here...bellydance is my passion...my way to show my soul :) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am from Puerto Rico, but not a very good salsa dancer. I will love to learn how to dance salsa. I am good in other rythems. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I LOVE to dance (especially couples dancing) and I am a single shy woman who doesn't want to be aggresive. Dance is incredibly fun and a good form of exercise too. Looking for a partner. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love dancing of any kind and I want to meet people who enjoy it too! I can always use another friend, esp. a dancing friend! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a parent of three. I would like to meet other parents. Its si hard to find good providers ”

“ i'm an working artist and sculptor who has a passion for bellydancing and its mystery historic artistic content and enjoyment.i'm also a magician seeking a belly dancer as a magicians assistant.... ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I currently don't have any friends that are interested in learning how to bellydance with me. ”

“ I LOVE to listen to latin music and to dance to it, i need someone to teach me and dance with me. ”

“ Barbara, The Dancing Spirit of Tiverton,WWW.THEDANCINGSPIRIT.COM, American Style Belly Dance Classes NOW 5 wks, July 3 on, Drop Ins welcome - open level, Mon eve 7:30 - 9:00 $12.00 / $55.00 for session Tiverton 4 Corners Meeting House 4016244289 ”

“ I want local Gypsy Culture Meetups because I love the Gypsy culter and I want to learn more about it. ”

“ Hi, my name is Angie, dance name Neylan. I'm a performer and instruction RI and SE Mass. Looking forward to meeting other dancers in the area. You can find out more info about me at worldofneylan.com. ”

“ Hello, I've met so many great dancers since I started four years ago. I have my own talk show and have had belly dancers aired on tv with great reviews. Visit my web site at www.camaria.com Looking forward to hearing from you. ”

“ Hello Sisters: Dancing always lifts my spirit. I have been a professional bellydancer for 30 years and teaching for 10 years. I performed with the Tapestry Oriental Dance Troupe for 10 years. Great Memories. Write me at leiladal@aol.com ”

“ I have been dancing for about seven years. I am a student of Shalimar's and a member of Troupe Little Egypt. ”

“ Greetings and great dancing to all. I am a belly dance beginner and take classes from the wonderful Shalimar. This grandma of 2 finds belly dance to be empowering and energizing. Let the music play . . . ”

“ Hi, I'm another Katie. I'm a member of the Kadira Noor Ensemble and am taking classes with the wonderful, exciting, spirited, gifted dancer and teacher, Dolores Matzen (Riskallah Riyad). Thanks and see you all soon, Katie ”

“ Hi. My name is Kitti and I've been taking belly dance lessons from Shalimar for the past 2 years and I'm in love with the dance and the music! I'm having the best time of my life! ”

“ Hi! I'm katie and I teach tribal bellydance and host workshops and drum and dance circles in Mystic, CT. I used to dance with AzarMaya and currently perform in the duo Chrysaora http://www.wanderingfalcon.com ”