
What we’re about
Want to learn how to shimmy? Keen to connect to your curious*,* creative side to learn to move in new healthy ways? Enjoy learning about different cultures? Maybe you're a seasoned performer of the local hafla scene? Or just fancy meeting new people & boosting your confidence in a fun and supportive environment?
...If you like the sound of regular bellydance lessons, workshops & parties organised by Edinburgh's full time professional bellydancer with almost 2 decades of experience, the Edinburgh Belly Dance Lessons Meetup might just be for you!
Women of all ages, shapes and sizes are encouraged to join us in this gorgeous goddess engaging meet up group. Whilst traditionally this is a women's group, in the interest of inclusion some meets will be mixed gender and clearly specified in advance.
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UPDATE 18/5/17
...WOW!!! We are 30+ Bellydancers within just a few hours!!! People kept asking me to create this group, they were so right! We are going to have an INCREDIBLE SHIMMYING TIME TOGETHER!!
I'm still setting up our page here on Meet Up to include all of the details you'll need/could ever want... the where, what, why, when and how of our new beloved BELLY DANCE LESSONS MEETUP. \
In the meantime, do feel free to send me through a quick message and I'll get back to you just asap. Some of you are going right ahead and booking your spaces via our venue website www.sahara.studio and you're welcome to just "GO FOR IT" too!
ok, updates soon, thanks everyone...
Shimmies,
Lindsey Xx.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- BELLYBASICS 💃 Tuesday Bellydancing at Sahara 🔆Sahara Studio (Little Egypt Studio), Edinburgh
✨NEW TUESDAY CLASS ADDED✨ Brilliant for beginners!
Join us! LEARN TO SHIMMY this AUGUST for FUN, FITNESS & FRIENDSHIP in this brand new 6 WEEK TUESDAY course - Booking is essential as our classes are popular!
This COURSE of BELLYBASICS CLASSES unfolds the fundamentals of many styles of bellydancing, from the starting point of breath work and grounding to building a strong foundation and more intricate & complex movement vocabulary, you'll be taught by Lindsey Marie Silver, of "Bellydancingbarbie" fame and Principal Teacher & Founder of Sahara Studio, Scotland's Official Home of Bellydance.
In Lindsey's 20+ years of captivating professional performance and gold standard teaching, she has by now taught and liberated thousands of women all over the world. Many regard Lindsey's unique combination of dance fitness and wellness offerings and natural intuitive & transformative approach as life affirming and speak of a life changing experience. As a result, BellyBasics with Lindsey is more than just a dance class!
WARNING: This class will change the way you dance, forever! This has been scientifically proven in Lindsey's published 2009 research paper "Can Bellydance Improve Motor Function in Adult Women?" Copies of this paper are available to read.
The first class begins with a sisterhood circle and complimentary Arabian tea relaxing together and tailoring the course to your aims. This is followed by the learning of one of the underpinning movement elements of bellydance, exploring correct, safe, health giving and truly beautiful technique. We then dance this movement element up to speed, using specific methods to strengthen the neurological pathways in the brain and sinking the pattern of movement into your memory. We gradually build on this week-by-week throughout the course with new movement elements added from the syllabus into your repertoire. You'll have improved posture and be shimmying from week one! 💃
We also have an almost ridiculous amount of fun, giggles and laughter in classes too! As those who've experienced Lindsey's teaching will tell you!
But best BOOK NOW as we can only offer this whilst spaces remain! SHIMMY this SUMMER for FUN, FITNESS & FRIENDSHIP!
Secure your spaces now at www.sahara.studio ❣️ Spaces are limited as classes are popular ❣️
Add some sparkle to your life! ✨
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As reported by the Edinburgh Evening News and The Scotsman, BellyBasics is scientifically proven to burn fat, maintain and increase core strength, muscle tone, flexibility and coordination. Through regular BellyBasics classes you will also benefit from the vast health and fitness benefits of general belly dancing with proper technique. Expect to burn around 300 to 400kcal per class.
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*£90 when you Drop-In at £15.00 per class without a block bookingLooking forward to welcoming you! 💫💃✨
- 💃TUESDAY TASTER CLASS at Sahara Studio🔆Sahara Studio (Little Egypt Studio), Edinburgh
✨JOIN US FOR A DROP-IN TASTER CLASS ✨
Come experience what all the hype is about in a BellyBasics taster class. Join online or in-person. LEARN TO SHIMMY and SHAKE for FUN, FITNESS & FRIENDSHIP in this popular class that’s been running for almost 20 years! 😍
Available Drop-In days/dates:
Mondays 15/9, 22/9, 29/9
Tuesdays 16/9, 23/9, 30/9GRAB THIS OPPORTUNITY:
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- Click “Going”
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- Come along to Sahara studio, EH11 2LX
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- Pay £15 per class on the day (cash or card)
You’ll be welcomed to our sacred space and will instantly have a whole new group of friends! 🥰
🎁 PLUS… Get a free gift 🎁 if you go on to book a full course starting October)
👇 MORE CLASS INFO👇
This COURSE of BELLYBASICS CLASSES unfolds the fundamentals of many styles of bellydancing, from the starting point of breath work and grounding to building a strong foundation and more intricate & complex movement vocabulary, you'll be taught by Lindsey Marie Silver, of "Bellydancingbarbie" fame and Principal Teacher & Founder of Sahara Studio, Scotland's Official Home of Bellydance.
In Lindsey's 20+ years of captivating professional performance and gold standard teaching, she has by now taught and liberated thousands of women all over the world. Many regard Lindsey's unique combination of dance fitness and wellness offerings and natural intuitive & transformative approach as life affirming and speak of a life changing experience. As a result, BellyBasics with Lindsey is more than just a dance class!
We also have an almost ridiculous amount of fun, giggles and laughter in classes too! As those who've experienced Lindsey's teaching will tell you!
👇 FULL CLASS DETAILS, EVENT SCHEDULE & BLOCK BOOKINGS 👇
More info and events on our website here: www.sahara.studio Sahara.Studio New term courses being added now…❣️ Spaces are limited as classes are popular ❣️
🎉 PRIVATE CLASSES & PERFORMANCES ALSO AVAILABLE. Now taking Hen party bookings for 2026/2027 🎉
Add some sparkle to your life! ✨
Looking forward to welcoming you! 💫💃✨
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- Full Moon Circle ⭕️ All WelcomeRoslin Glen Country Park, Roslin
FULL MOON CIRCLE with LINDSEY MARIE SILVER
⭕️ MIXED GENDER MOON CIRCLE. BOOK A SPACE via our website now AND BRING A FRIEND OR S/O FOR FREE! 🎁
This coming Full Moon, with the Sun in the AIR sign of LIBRA and the moon in opposing FIRE sign of ARIES. ☀️♎️🌙♈️
A number of the menfolk in our community have synchronously expressed an interest to join us in circle. Astrologically and energetically the timing is potent for mutual healing and integration and so I’ve been called to facilitate mixed circles around the full moon - honouring the sacred masculine and feminine energies within us all.
This FULL MOON CEREMONY circle is an invitation to be held, witnessed, supported and celebrated in the releasing of shame, pain, guilt, wounds, unhealthy habits and patterns and in taking important steps in ways that may feel “new” right now. It’s a particularly potent time for a fresh start!
In this full moon circle Lindsey will hold safe space and guide us into actively exploring ~ exploring our conflicting ideas and relationships around the concepts of “me” & “you”, autonomy and sharing, expansion and contraction.
We’ll alchemise FIREY ARIES & AIRY LIBRA themes with activated embodiment and restorative relaxation practices. To leave us feeling nourished and nurtured.
Join us for a special Lunara FULL Moon Circle gathering for those experiencing life as men, women and non-binary kin.
⭕️ Book your space via our website WWW.SAHARA.STUDIO where you’ll find all the details and can CLAIM A FREE SPACE FOR A FRIEND OR SIGNIFICANT OTHER 🎁 Booking & Info
You deserve this!
~~~~~~~~~~~This event is intended specifically for adults. Please note your interest in future family friendly circles