Belly Dance Performance Course

Saturdays 4 to 25 October 2025

BOOK YOUR SPOT

Want to take your dancing to the next level? This performance course is for you! We build and perfect a beautiful choreography over four weeks.

All levels are catered for, with tuition given in belly dance technique, choreography and performance skills. By the end of the course you will have learnt a beautiful routine, connected with amazing like-minded women, and have taken your dance and performance skills to the next level.

Key Dates

4 Weeks (6 hours) of Belly Dance Workshops
Every Saturday from 11:30am to 1pm starting 4 October 2025
Final Performance, from 4pm Sunday 26 October 2025.

Investment

Coco Ella Members: $70 Early Bird ($99 after 30 May 2025)
Non-Members: $120 Early Bird ($199 after 30 May 2025)

Possible Extras

Costumes – we will try to use the costumes that we already have. This will be discussed at the first session.

Testimonials

I highly recommend her to anyone eager to embrace the joy of dance!

“I recently completed the Bellydance Performance Course and performed with the troupe. It was a fantastic experience throughout and great to see the fruits of our efforts rewarded at our final performance.”

“The sessions prepared us well for the performance and explored different techniques and styles that supported the dances we learned. It was a great experience and I’m looking forward to the next one.”

Is there free parking near the studio?

Yes, there is free 2 hour parking down Anchor Place and Cecil Place (just opposite the studio from Chapel Street).

Can I still join the course if I don’t want to perform?

Yes, if you want to learn the choreography for you own personal development, please join us. Saying that, there is nothing like the thrill and achievement of working towards a full performance. This is an amazing way to take your dancing to the next level.

Do I have to be at a certain level to join the course?

The course has been designed so that everyone will be able to practise their moves, and extend their belly dancing – from absolute beginner to professional. We will learn and practise detailed technique, to complement the choreography.

Do I have to perform in costume?

Yes. Everyone will be wearing full belly dance costume for the performance. We will be discussing this in our first session. We will make sure there is an affordable option for everyone.

Do I have to show my belly?

No. If you don’t feel comfortable exposing your belly, you can wear a body stocking underneath your costume. You can purchase these online. Or ask your fellow dancers in the first session.

Who is the teacher?

Elisa has been instructing belly dance for over fifteen years. She has traveled to Egypt, Turkey and Lebanon to enhance her artistry. She has performed at numerous venues across Melbourne, and internationally. She runs her classes in a way that will challenge and extend all levels from beginner to advanced. Expect to enhance your dance moves, and your performance skills.

Can my friends and family come and watch the performance?

Yes. Please invite your friends and family, and provide their names when you RSVP to the Coco Ella end of year party.

I can’t make it to one of the sessions, can I still join?

We will be recording the choreography so that you can practise at home. Saying that, you will get much more out of this course if you can attend in person.

We can’t wait to dance with you!