Iraqi Belly Dance Classes in Chiswick, London
Iraqi dance is vibrant, expressive, and full of powerful hip work and rhythmic energy. Our Iraqi dance classes in Chiswick explore the dynamic style of Iraqi belly dance in a welcoming, women-only space designed for both beginners and improvers. These classes are taught by Heba and Sara.
Rooted in cultural rhythm and musicality, these classes focus on strong travelling steps, expressive upper body movement, and joyful connection to the music.
Rooted in cultural rhythm and musicality, these classes focus on strong travelling steps, expressive upper body movement, and joyful connection to the music.
Iraqi Egyptian Fusion Belly Dance Course – Chiswick
7 Weeks | March 2026 | Open Level
Join us this spring for a vibrant and energetic 7-week course blending the bold power of Iraqi dance with the elegance and expression of Egyptian belly dance.
Set to two incredible songs --
Hussam Alrassam – Ghalat Omri
Mohammed Al Salim – Mozza Masriya
— this course explores the exciting fusion of grounded Iraqi movement and expressive Egyptian musicality.
Whether you are brand new or have danced before, this open-level class will help you build confidence, strength, and authentic belly dance technique in a relaxed, welcoming space.
What You’ll LearnThroughout the course, we’ll explore a wide range of movements from both styles:
Egyptian Foundations
How the Classes Are Structured Each 1-hour session includes:
Please bring comfortable clothing, grippy socks or be bare feet, water and shimmy belt/hip scraf. Shimmy belts avaialbe for purchase directly are available.
A Supportive Women-Only SpaceThis is a friendly, pressure-free environment where everyone is welcome.
Expect:
Set to two incredible songs --
Hussam Alrassam – Ghalat Omri
Mohammed Al Salim – Mozza Masriya
— this course explores the exciting fusion of grounded Iraqi movement and expressive Egyptian musicality.
Whether you are brand new or have danced before, this open-level class will help you build confidence, strength, and authentic belly dance technique in a relaxed, welcoming space.
What You’ll LearnThroughout the course, we’ll explore a wide range of movements from both styles:
Egyptian Foundations
- Figure of eight hips
- Hip drops and hip lifts
- Hip shimmies
- Mayas and omis
- Chest accents
- Flowing arm patterns
- Fast shoulder shimmies
- Grounded Iraqi walks
- Bouncy steps
- Hair movements
- Dynamic travelling combinations
How the Classes Are Structured Each 1-hour session includes:
- A gentle warm-up to prepare the body safely
- Clear technique breakdowns so you understand how movements work
- Drills and repetition to build strength and control
- Arm styling, posture, and stage presence
- Short combinations building towards a full choreography
- A cool down at the end
Please bring comfortable clothing, grippy socks or be bare feet, water and shimmy belt/hip scraf. Shimmy belts avaialbe for purchase directly are available.
A Supportive Women-Only SpaceThis is a friendly, pressure-free environment where everyone is welcome.
Expect:
- Plenty of drilling
- Laughter and encouragement
- That magical moment when the movement suddenly clicks
Schedule & Location
- Day: 26th March, 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30thth April and 7th of May.
- Time: 8:00pm-9.00pm
- Venue: ArtSed 14 Bath Road, W4 1LY Chiswick
- Level: Open Level
- Format: 7 weeks £87,00. Drop in £20.00 per class. T&C apply.Discount available for NHS workers and students.
7 Weeks Belly Dance Classes Iraqi Style Chiswick
£87.00
7 Belly Dance Classes Iraqi Style in Chiswick Open Level. Non transferrable. Cancellation policy 7 days before starting date.
Booking & Cancellation Policy
- All classes must be pre-paid online in advance.
- Your booking is non-refundable and non-transferable, including in cases of missed classes, partial attendance, or medical absence.
- Cancellations must be made at least 7 days before the course start date.
- Before attending our classes you need to fill conesent form which is available here