Hello! I'm Rachel and I teach in Newmarket. This page has some info about me, my style of teaching and my views on belly dancing. Feel free to contact me directly if you have any queries or concerns about coming to my classes that you don’t think are covered on our website.

Why Belly Dance?

Belly dancing is brilliant - you can take whatever you want from it. It can be anything from a form of exercise to an absolute passion. Going to belly dancing classes is a chance to relax and dance in a light-hearted atmosphere. It’s up to you whether it’s also about learning a new skill, expressing yourself, exercising or simply having fun and making friends.

My Classes

I welcome women, regardless of age, size or fitness level. No dancing experience is necessary, and there is definitely no need to “have the belly for it”. You really don’t have to look or dress a certain way to dance well or to enjoy yourself. Here being wobbly is a good thing!

Each week we look at some moves in detail, giving you the chance to review and build on your repertoire. Moves are built up in stages so you can find your level and work from there. Hopefully you will be having too much fun to notice you are also exercising. New people join throughout the year, so what are you waiting for?

About Me

I started belly dancing in 2000 and am co-founder of Learn Belly Dance. After six years teaching belly dance in and around Manchester, I now teach in Newmarket. My natural style is lively, and so my classes tend to be energetic. I am known for my shimmies and my veil work...

I find belly dancing exhilarating. I still remember the delight I felt when I went to my first class and thought, “This is great!” Being in a women-only environment is really refreshing, laughing is par for the course, and wobbling is actively encouraged! After years teaching, I still love my job because I send people home with a smile on their faces.

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