Bellydancing

Bellydancing is an ancient style of dance that has taken the modern world by storm! The term now engulfs a plethora of classic, folkloric and modern dances, conglomerated together by a world of both female and male enthusiasts. The enchanting art form initially traveled globally during the late 19th century from the Arabian Diaspora that reaches from Egypt to the Ottoman Empire sites (including North Africa and the Magreb)  to the Western world in a series of exotic carnivals and festivals.  

The complete history is vast, so to be brief, modern day "Bellydancing"  originated from the Culture of Ancient Kmt.  For over 6,000 years it has been performed in cultural settings as female gatherings (hafla) and weddings. Over time it has evolved through influences from cultural dances of the Silk Road (India, Persia, and Turkic cultures). During modern times, it has taken center stage to entertain guests at high society weddings and cabarets, as well as the highlight of Egyptian cinema. The art form is now a major part of the global entertainment industry, as international enthusiasts are most empowered by the "sacred feminine" movement sparked by the wave of Bellydancing classes  offered on a variety of platforms. 

Global Dance Goddess offers various styles of Bellydancing, including:

• Raqs Sharqi رقص شرقي (Egyptian Oriental style)
• Balady  بلدي (Egyptian regional style)
• Shaabi شابي (Egyptian Modern/Street Dance)
• Saidy سعيدي (Folkloric dance of Upper Egypt, with or without Cane/Stick)
• Iskanderani اسكدراني (Egyptian Dance from Alexandria)
• Mahraghanat مهرجانات (New Age Egyptian Electronic Dance Music)
• Danse Oryantle (Turkish Bellydance)
• Chaabi (Moroccan Dance)
• Raks al Sayf (Sword Dance)
• Qawliya قولية (Iraqi style)
• Khaliji خليجي(Gulf style)
• Cabaret (Western)
• Swahili Taarab (East African coastal dance from Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar and Djbouti)
  

Props include:

• Goddess Wings (Satin or LED)
• Silk/Chiffon Veils
• Fan Veils
• Finger Cymbals (Zills)
• Cane
• Sword
• Fire Props (various props--see Fire Performance page)