If you had said a year ago that I would be happily teaching online, I would have laughed in your face, I’m fairly sure! I had absolutely no intention to do so, and I love teaching my classes face to Continue reading →
Just before Christmas I was asked to take on classes at the Woking Adult Learning Centre, to cover for a teacher who wasn’t able to continue teaching there. I couldn’t commit to her existing class times, but we were able Continue reading →
I always like to have a video night to finish off the year. It’s a way of putting bellydance into its wider context. It’s also good for students to see different dancers and different styles to inspire them, and maybe Continue reading →
When I changed the website, I decided I was going to post some of my older choreography notes. I’m a lot less precious about them these days! This one is one of my favourites. It dates back to 2009.
I have a number of Beginner level technique clips on Youtube. The quality is not particularly stellar, but hopefully they give my students enough information to be able to practise these basics at home. They are just reinforcing what I Continue reading →
This month I’m taking part in an online Improvisation challenge. Courtney gives us a piece of music every day for us to dance to, and invites us to post a video clip to share with the group (if we want Continue reading →
I booked my deposit and I’m working out which flights are going to be the most practical, and how I can fit my classes around it, so next February I’ll be off to Cairo for more bellydance shopping and shows! Continue reading →
This week I was teaching some combinations, that could be used in improvisation. And I had a bit of time free after class, so on a whim, I decided to video them. Because that might help people.
My lovely friend Candi Bell messaged me last week to say there was a play on “somewhere near Reading” about Bellydancing, and did I want to go? I was definitely up for it, so we decided to be spontaneous and Continue reading →
The Jewel of Yorkshire festival is always a delight (I decided against using the pun!) to attend. It’s so friendly and welcoming, and they always have a fantastic array of teachers.