BellyDance Classes
Come share the passion for this beautiful dance, so ancient and timeless, yet ever new. Oriental Dance gives expression to all aspects of human experience, illuminating the ordinary and transporting it to new realms. It is my desire to share with you my joy and to pass on the knowledge, the love and the respect I have for this dance, all of which began in the Middle Eastern roots of my childhood. In this beautiful dance, the body caresses the soul and each is elevated by the other. ~Riskallah Riyad
our classes
All classes are taught by Riskallah Riyad except as noted* Indicates with permission onlyBasics and technique are taught in every classBEGIN ANYTIME - prorated rateMAKE-UPS may be taken in any other class within the sessionSpecial Mother/dependent daughter rate - 1 pays 1/2 price Sorry, no refunds, make-ups onlyPrivate coaching/classes available by appointment
Testimonials
Here is what some of our students have to say
"... it's going on TEN years that I've been dancing with you! Wow, I never
imagined I would have the good fortune to find a teacher as inspired, vital,
and talented as you are! Year after year, I just keep learning. When we
all get better, you make it harder and more challenging.You are a jewel.
Thank you for your encouragement and for showing me the beauty of movement and the connection between one's heart, body, and music!"
Alaia Lin Student
" I am so grateful to have found your dance school as I was an adult who wanted to progress beyond a beginner level. You motivate me with your enthusiasm and inspired choreography. Though I have been taking classes with you for years, I continue to learn more from you each session. I would recommend your classes to any dance student from beginner to advanced. Thank you!"
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Jo Anne Pardee, Student
"Riskallah is a master teacher of high caliber who cares passionately about preserving the integrity of this dance form. Highly trained and always looking to life to inform her dance, she is a teacher that all students, beginner to seasoned professional, can benefit from studying with."
Excerpted from Middle Eastern Dance in New England
Excerpted from Middle Eastern Dance in New England
Phaedra of Boston, Student
"Dolores Riskallah is the consummate dance teacher. Her attention to the soul of the dancer is matched by her concern for the dancer's body. She is able to guide each dancer to reach ever greater performance plateaus with great respect for each dancer's individual capabilities. Because Dolores honors both soul and body, her students learn to express themselves in dance emotionally as well as physically, with freedom and with great joy".
Courtney Davis, Student and author of "I Knew a Woman" and "The Heart's Truth"
"I have been studying with Riskallah Riyad since 2002. She is not only an excellent teacher but a wonderful human being who truly brings out the best in each and every one of her students. Taking classes, workshops and working with Dolores has been a life changing experience. I have heard many others say the same. I highly recommend trying a class. You may just find yourself mesmerized by the magic of Middle Eastern dance, costumes, music and rhythm".
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Lorelie Carvey, Student and Teacher for Riskallah Riyad
"Riskallah Riyadi is the best! Her creativity is like no other. Her background and experience bring so much to this beautiful art form of dance. Truly a master! If you ever have a chance to take a class or a workshop with Riskallah, do so as you will take it with you forever."
Nadine Alvarez, Student