November 2025: I’m 1 of 14 People in the World CERTIFIED as Dance Cohesion Stage 3 Teacher!
I DID IT!! I received my FINAL Teacher Certification in Stage 3 of the Dance Cohesion program by April Rose!
I'm 1 of only 14 people in the world to have achieved this level of certification, and I am humbled and excited to be in a solid position to learn even more. This artistic journey, of course, will never end!
April Rose, with a B.A. in Dance and Master's in Culture & Performance from UCLA, is known for her technical style and Dance Cohesion format. A former Bellydance Superstars performer, she now globally shares her expertise in performance and teaching.
This video is praise from April Rose’s intensive Dance Cohesion program, in which Stephanie learned how to play drums and finger cymbals as musicians would —all while dancing.
“Your technique and finger cymbals are absolutely gorgeous. I cannot wait for the moment that we get to dance together and drum together in person. I would just be so so so thrilled to share the stage with you.” ~April Rose
Want to learn to play finger cymbals and frame drum while dancing from Stephanie, no matter where you are geographically? Get all of the instructional videos in one drop, suitable for All Levels!
By the end of the series, you will have a foundational music-based understanding of 7 popular rhythms, from my perspective of a belly dancer. I am certified through April Rose's (aprilrose.dance/bio) Dance Cohesion program to dance while playing percussion. We'll learn dance moves, try improvisational exercises, and more! Videos are hosted on YouTube so that costs are kept low for everyone; your experience will be enhanced if you happen to have YouTube Premium (youtube.com/premium/inapp).
