5-WEEK BLOCK · STARTS MONDAY 28 SEPTEMBER
Belly dance in Edinburgh
Five weekly classes, Mondays 6 to 7pm. No experience needed! Learn the moves step by step while building confidence, core strength and posture.
Block dates: Monday 28th September – Monday 26th October
WHEN
Mondays, 28 Sept to 26 Oct
6 to 7pm
WHERE
Bruntsfield
St Oswald’s Centre
WEAR
Comfortable clothing you can move in
Leggings and a t-shirt. Bare feet, socks or soft shoes.
WHO
Ladies only, open level
All levels welcome, including complete beginners.
WHAT TO EXPECT
All levels welcome
Open-level classes suitable for complete beginners and those with experience.
Options for every body
Every movement has alternatives, so you work at whatever your body can do that evening.
Progress week by week
Five classes in a row let you build on what you learned, and develop your technique.
Good for your body
Belly dance works deep abdominal and pelvic muscles, supporting posture, core strength and mobility.
FROM THE CLASS
“I’ve not only learned beautiful dance techniques from her, but also gained more confidence, strength, and joy. Thank you, Andreea, for making every class so enjoyable! ❤️💃✨“
Zhuomin
New to this?
Then you’re in the right place. No experience needed, it’s a ladies-only class, and you won’t be the only new face in the room. Every movement comes with options so you can work at whatever feels right on the night.
PRICES
Book the block or drop in
5-WEEK BLOCK
£48 £60
Five Monday classes, 28 September to 26 October
Works out at £9.60 a class. Includes video recordings, personal feedback and the class WhatsApp group.
DROP-IN
£12
Any week, pay as you go
Message me first, or book via the website, so I know to expect you, as drop-ins are subject to space on the night.
DISCOUNTS
Discount codes stack, so both codes can be added to the order.
Bring a friend, take 10% off
Book a block at the same time as a friend and you’ll both get a further 10% off. Add the code at checkout, and add their name in the order notes.
FRIEND10
Concession – 10% off
Students and over-60s get 10% off the block or the drop-in class price. Subject to presenting proof of eligibility (student card, proof of age, etc.) when you attend class, in person.
CONCESSION10
WHAT’S INCLUDED WITH YOUR BLOCK BOOKING
Everything included when booking a 5-week block
Live instruction, in person
Five 60-minute classes taught in the room with guidance and cues on technique.
Individual feedback for every student
A personal note at the end of the block on what’s working and what to focus on next (if you would like to receive it).
Recordings of the combinations
Video of each combination and of the choreography as it builds, shared with your block’s group.
The class WhatsApp group
For sharing updates, the music we’re working with, or playlists for practising.
Each week’s combinations build into a choreography
Each week builds on the last, so you’ll leave with a full choreography at the end of the term.
It takes a few weeks to settle into the movements, which is how skills, muscle memory and confidence build over a block.
If you miss a class, you’ll still get a video of that week’s combination, and I’m always happy to help you catch up.
DURING A CLASS
What happens in a 60-min class
01
Arrive
Come 5-10 minutes early. I’ll say hello and show you where to put your things.
02
Warm-up
A few minutes of gentle mobility work to prepare for movement.
03
Learn the moves
We break down movements, with options to suit all levels.
04
Dance it
We put the movements to music and dance a short combination together.
05
Cool down
A short cool-down with gentle stretches.
YOUR TEACHER
Andreea
I walked into my first class over 15 years ago, looking for something new and fun. I didn’t expect it to become such a big part of my life! What kept me coming back was how good it felt to move to the music!
I’ve kept training and developing ever since – studying with teachers across the UK, Europe and Cairo. I’ve been teaching for over 9 years now, most recently building Bloom from the ground up here in Edinburgh.
BEFORE YOU COME
Questions people ask first
No. The class is open to complete beginners! All levels are welcome, meaning full explanations are provided, with options for everyone to work at their own level.
No. Just leggings and a t-shirt. If you have a scarf at home you can tie it round your hips so you can see the movement, but it isn’t required.
Yes, the class is ladies only. Whilst belly dancing is an inclusive form of dance for all genders, this class is a ladies-only space, which many students find helps them feel comfortable trying new movements and connecting with the group.
Belly dance isn’t one-size-fits-all. Every movement has options, and you adapt it to whatever your body can do. Also, belly dance itself can help to become more fit and improve flexibility.
Most people do. You won’t be the only new face!
Come as a drop-in for £12 on the weeks that suit you. Message me first or book online, so I know to expect you.