☀️ Shimmy Into Summer: Fun & Fitness with Belly Dance!

Summer Session — Hybrid Options During I‑376 Closure

Join Sahra this July for a welcoming summer series focused on joyful movement, wellness, and community. Our belly dance classes are designed for all levels—whether you’re brand new or returning to deepen your practice—with supportive instruction and a positive, encouraging atmosphere.

Hybrid classes during the I‑376 Parkway East closure: To help everyone stay connected while travel is impacted, classes will be offered in a hybrid format during the I‑376 closure period—students can attend in-studio at the Wilkins Community Center - 7604 Charleston Avenue or join live online. Choose the option that works best week to week, and keep dancing with us all summer.

Belly Dance Fitness with Sahra

New Session:

Mondays, 7/6/2026 - 8/24/2026

7:00PM-8:00PM

Wilkins Community Center, Room 201

7604 Charleston Ave, Swissvale, PA 15218

8 week session: $130

$20 Drop-in / $10 drop-in for your first class (limited time offer)

Register Below or send via Venmo to @Sahra_Shimmies (preferred)

Enjoy this fitness fusion belly dance class designed to support strength, movement, and technique. This class is a great fit for students new to belly dance, those looking for a low-impact workout, and dancers wanting to build a stronger technical foundation. This session, we'll also learn veil technique to give your arms an extra workout and explore your creativity!

Class begins with a mat-based warm-up focused on core strength and body awareness, then moves into belly dance technique, drills, and combinations. The pace is supportive and accessible, making it easy to move at your own level. This is an all-levels class—everyone is welcome. Wear comfortable clothes like yoga pants and a t-shirt, and bring a water bottle.

👉 Drop in or register ahead to save your spot—then come dance with us!

No refunds unless class is canceled by instructor.

Belly Dance Finger Cymbal Choreography with Sahra

New Session:

Thursdays, 7/2/2026 - 8/20/2026

7:00PM-8:00PM

Wilkins Community Center, Room 201

7604 Charleston Ave, Swissvale, PA 15218

8 week session: $130

$20 Drop-in / $10 drop-in for your first class (limited time offer)

Register Below or send via Venmo to @Sahra_Shimmies (preferred)

Bring music to life through movement in this expressive belly dance choreography class! Learn a beautiful, flowing routine that blends elegant belly dance technique with traveling steps, soft yet dynamic arm patterns, and rich musical interpretation. This choreography also incorporates finger cymbals (zills) to enhance rhythm awareness and add an exciting layer of live musicality to your dancing.

Drawing inspiration from folkloric belly dance traditions, the piece includes grounded accents and playful phrasing woven into a smooth, modern presentation. Along the way, you’ll refine posture, transitions, coordination, and stage presence while deepening your connection to rhythm.

The choreography is taught step-by-step in a supportive, encouraging environment, making it accessible for dancers with prior belly dance experience who are ready to expand their technique and artistry. Whether you’re dancing for personal enrichment or preparing for performance, you’ll leave each class feeling more confident, musical, and inspired. Wear comfortable clothes like yoga pants and a t-shirt, and bring a water bottle.

👉 Drop in or register ahead to save your spot—then come dance with us!

No refunds unless class is canceled by instructor.