Belly Dance Technique
Why take belly dancing technique with Stephanie?
Learn the nuances of steps that we will interweave into complete choreographies, with Stephanie’s unique blend of meticulous precision and warm approachability.
Dance Certifications
Stephanie is CERTIFIED in 3 dance formats!
Stephanie is CERTIFIED in 3 dance formats!
Expert Testimonial | Dance Technique
“It's extremely rare to pass [the Stage 2 Teacher Assessment] on the first try. Only a few people have done it. You're in the elite, cream of the crop — and I love love love watching you dance. I would be super excited to be your student.”
It is with great pleasure that I write this letter recommending Stephanie Chiang as a performer and educator of bellydance.
I am April Rose, a dance teacher and performer specializing in bellydance, raqs sharqi, and transnational fusion. I hold an M.A. in Culture and Performance from the department of World Arts and Cultures at UCLA, and I have taught and toured my choreographic work in over 25 countries. I have had the pleasure to work with Stephanie in my teacher training and performance development program, The Cohesion Collective. Of all the dancers I’ve worked with, Stephanie is among the most talented, organized, dedicated, kind, community-oriented, generous, and reliable.
During our time together, Stephanie proved to be not only a technically skilled dancer but also a skilled frame drum player, finger cymbalist, performer, and teacher. Her expertise in bellydance, frame drum, cued improvisation, and teaching was a huge asset that led to a positive classroom environment and many successful enjoyable performances.
It is with great pleasure and confidence that I recommend Stephanie because I know her skills, professionalism, and resourcefulness will be an asset to any organization.
If you need more information or specific examples, please do not hesitate to contact me at contact@aprilrose.dance.
April Rose DaPrato
M.A. Culture and Performance | UCLA
B.A. Dance | UCLA
Creator of Dance Cohesion
Student Testimonial
Diana is a belly dance student at Alegria Performing Arts Academy.
“Stephanie came out and did a belly dancing performance, and I was so inspired. Coming from a Middle Eastern background, I know the music and I wanted to get up and dance as well.
Anyone who wants to learn how to belly dance correctly should take it from Stephanie”
Seeing is Believing
Dance Cohesion is a structure by April Rose that includes playing frame drum and finger cymbals as musicians would.
See multi-tonal finger cymbals in action! Stephanie wove fascinating Dance Cohesion combinations by April Rose into the tapestry that she’s proud to perform as her arrangement.
“Your technique and finger cymbals are absolutely gorgeous. I would just be so so so thrilled to share the stage with you.” ~April Rose
Free Tutorial of Full Choreo
Let's learn a full choreography of authentic belly dance moves set to a high-energy mashup remix with Spanish, French, Arabic and English lyrics! This 2-minute choreo for solo or group appeals to a broad range of audience members -- they'll love to see it as much as you love to dance it!
Free Technique Class
Have just a few minutes? Learn how to turn with Chest Undulations, which is a visually appealing move that also helps you travel and change directions! Then try this move inside of a fun choreo to "Vivir Mi Vida & C'est La Vie."
The interplay between precision and interpretation
I’ve always been fascinated by the possibility of two (or more) things being true at the same time: excitement and anxiety, curiosity and fear, and so on. To me, the beauty of belly dancing rests in the dynamic interplay between precision and interpretation. Regardless of the particular moves that I select, there’s a way that I choose to do them; doing them exactly as I intend is precision. As difficult as that can be, I try to remind myself that the magic lies in the interpretation. Getting lost in moments of music so beautiful that I feel completely immersed only happens if I trust myself to come back. Mastering this interplay is something that I will never feel like I’ve fully accomplished and will happily work on the rest of my life.
I know that you have your own yearnings and goals. Let me help you uncover and work towards them in 1:1 lessons, which allow me to tailor the experience based on your specific needs. Whether you live near by or farther away, you can book 1:1s online with me so that you can get my focused attention without dealing with the logistics of transit.
Book a free 10-minute call today, and let’s get started!
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