We will not have classes during the summer. We plan on starting up again in the fall. Our instructor, Kristie is a tribal belly dance teacher who has just moved from Texas. We are a tribal bellydance troupe in Northeastern Illinois/Southeastern…

“ I want to advance my wealth and of those around me! Living life to its fullest with time freedom, residual income, and the best defense against disease and sickness is the best way to accomplish this. ”

“ Bellydancing for almost a year (still just learning but loving it). Love all forms of dance and sports. ”

“ Founder of Mission Green Light, a nonprofit organization that is helping underprivileged and uninsured women under 35, with free breast cancer screening & education. Our slogan: "Let's Beat Cancer by Dancing" For info visit:www.missiongreenlight.org ”

“ Hotep, my name is Ayo. I have two types of pictures on my profile. I had a fro for awhile but now I have locks. I color them with a natural dye from the health food store. I am excited about the growth process. ”

“ I'm Katherine, living in Waukegan. I get paid to be a scientist... for fun I'm a fiber artist, reasonably good cook, writing consultant, and sometime vocalist. ”

“ Fun, easy going person with a lot of interests ”

“ Moved to Evanston in '07 and finally starting to mingle. Looking for quality dance classes in tango, bachata, and bellydance. Eager to meet others interested in these dances. ”

“ I am a single parent of a beautiful six year old girl. I enjoy walking, hiking, coffee, movies, museums. I am looking to meet people that have similar interests and also children for my daughter to play with as well. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it's long been an interest of mine ”

“ Interested in Self-Development and Spiritual Growth, I would love to join Meetup Groups about: Leadership, Self-Esteem, Law of Atraction, Breathwork, Laugh Therapy, Tantra and any other theme related to Wellness and Empowerment of the human being. ”

“ Hi, I'm a beginner when it comes to bellydance. I'm not really good but I enjoy it immensely. I also enjoy costuming, reading and crafting. I think it would be interesting to see what type of people this type of dancing would attract. ”

“ I am sorry to announce that I haven't been active in meet ups for a few months due to my back injury and the sudden illness of my mom, I haven't and will not be shooting for a while. Thank you! ”

“ Hi sounds like an interesting group ”

“ Really interested in community activities. I teach poi and hula hooping. And would love to find some other fire dancers in the area. live the life you love love the life you live ”

“ "Hi, I'm Carmen I've been dancing for about four years. I Enjoy Tribal Fusion and Egyptian cabaret styles. I am also a jewelry designer and make many designs for my friends and fellow belly dancing sisters. ”

“ I am Eylem from Merrillville. I like to meet up some people and make friends. I like reading books, dance and dine out and drink wine. ”

“ Hi my name is Lisa. I enjoy doing alot of different things. Volleyball, softball, dancing, play pool, swim, movies, different outdoor activities. I would like to find new activites in my life, some of my friends don't like to do the same things I do ”

“ I am a spiritual being having a human experience! Interested in connecting with others of like mind in the Chicago area. I study and teach yoga, meditation, metaphysics, and dream interpretation. Into healing, essential oils, and whole nutrition! ”

“ Formerly a successful Recruitment Professional & Relationship Coach, Personal Matchmaker Leah Young has innovated a matchmaking process called RelationshipMatch™. I'd like to meet singles interested in long-term relationships. ”

“ I'm fun full-time college student that loves adventures that life has to offer. I love being with my friends and going out for night on the town. I'm here to have fun and be with fabulous new people, can't wait to meet you! ”

“ Hi, I am new in Chicago. I love dancing and hope to meet people with similar interest to share and imrpove my skills or to just enjoy dancing! ”

“ Hi Everybody! Just wanted to share info on a meet-up 9-13: Hiptastic! Belly Dance Festival 1-6pm. BellyDance Show & Workshops, poi/voi, Drum Circles, Dancing, Shopping, Henna, and Much MORE! www.myspace.com/hiptatsicfest hope to meet-up there! ”

“ It would be nice to meet other local indians ”

“ Greetings everyone! Its me, Bri, the model, the 9-5 worker, the lover, lol. I am interested in not only salsa/latin dancing, but also hip hop/dancing and anything to do with modeling. Cant wait to meet you! ”

“ Hi I am Devona. My husband and I will be moving to Colorado Springs late summer / beginning of fall. I enjoy the BELLYDANCE meetup that is where we live now and was sad to see none in CO SPRINGS. ”

“ I love bellydance, but I have yet to find a studio where I feel at home. I love the technique in Egyptian, but don't care for swords, veils, or zils. I want structure, but with fun music and movement that integrates other styles. ”

“ I'm pretty eclectic. I was solitary until this past year when I became involved with Chicago Reclaiming, which has helped me to learn a lot about planning and participating in rituals. I'm interested in dreamwork, celtic history, and mythology. ”

“ SUMMER'S HERE AND IT'S TIME TO GET OUT AND HAVE SOME FUN! LET'S DO IT!! ”