Belly Dance Classes in Eugene, OR
Discover the vibrant belly dance scene in Eugene. With 14 studios offering classes for all skill levels, you'll find traditional Middle Eastern styles, modern fusion, and tribal belly dance. Compare studios, explore different teaching styles, and find the perfect class to begin or continue your belly dance journey.
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Belly Dance at Lane Community College
Belly dance classes offered through Lane Community College's performing arts program, providing college-level instruction in Egyptian style belly dance.
Class Types
- ✓ Beginning Belly Dance
- ✓ Intermediate Belly Dance
- ✓ Egyptian Style Belly Dance
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • College credit available
- • Egyptian style focus
- • Performance troupe opportunities
Instructor:
Zahia Izzah(Professional experience)
Egyptian style belly dance instructor and director of Wild Lotus Bellydance, a Pacific NW performance troupe.
Pricing & Options:
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4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405, United States
Eugene, OR 97405
Hours:
Wednesday 6:30-7:30 PM (Beginning), Saturday 9:30-11:00 AM (Intermediate)
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Souzana Belly Dance Business Office
Business mailing address for Souzana Belly Dance, providing contact information and administrative services for the dance academy.
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- 🎁First Class Free
- • Administrative office
- • Contact point for classes
- • Professional instruction available
Instructor:
Souzana Van Horn(14+ experience)
Professional belly dance instructor and business owner.
Pricing & Options:
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250 Willamette St #1082, Eugene, OR 97401, United States
Eugene, OR 97401
Hours:
By appointment
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Belly Dance Eugene at McNail-Riley House
Belly dance classes held in the historic McNail-Riley House, offering a unique and intimate dance experience in a beautifully restored Victorian home.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance Classes
- ✓ Performance Workshops
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Historic Victorian house venue
- • Intimate class setting
- • Performance opportunities
Instructor:
Sarina Dorie(28+ experience)
Experienced instructor offering classes in unique historic venue setting.
Pricing & Options:
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601 W 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402, United States
Eugene, OR 97402
Hours:
Varies by class schedule
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Celebration Belly Dance & Yoga
Combined belly dance and yoga studio offering group fitness classes, virtual fitness classes, and wellness programs focused on movement and body awareness.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance
- ✓ Yoga
- ✓ Group Fitness
- ✓ Virtual Fitness Classes
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- • Wellness focused
- • Virtual class options
- • Group fitness classes
Instructor:
Professional Instructors(Professional experience)
Experienced belly dance and yoga instructors focused on wellness and fitness.
Pricing & Options:
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1840 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401, United States
Eugene, OR 97401
Hours:
Contact for schedule
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Belly Dance Eugene at The Reach Center
Belly dance classes offered at The Reach Center in Eugene, focusing on tribal fusion belly dance instruction for all levels.
Class Types
- ✓ Beginning Belly Dance
- ✓ Intermediate Belly Dance
- ✓ Private Lessons
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Tribal fusion focus
- • Private lessons available
- • Performance opportunities
Instructor:
Sarina Dorie(28+ experience)
Experienced belly dance instructor specializing in tribal fusion belly dance, steampunk belly dance, and fusion styles.
Pricing & Options:
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2520 Harris St, Eugene, OR 97402, United States
Eugene, OR 97402
Hours:
Varies by class schedule
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Platform360 Dance Studio
Comprehensive dance studio offering multiple dance styles including belly dance with Veronica Sims, focusing on fusion improvisational belly dance grounded in FCBD® principles.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance with Veronica Sims
- ✓ Bollywood Dance
- ✓ Dance Into Joy
- ✓ Partner Dance Lessons
- ✓ Ballet Barre & Conditioning
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • FCBD® style focus
- • Professional training
- • Multiple dance styles
Instructor:
Veronica Sims(Professional experience)
Seasoned belly dance artist since 1990, trained with renowned professionals including Rachel Brice's Eight Elements, Colleena Shakti in India and Greece, and FCBD® style leaders.
Pricing & Options:
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1840 Willamette Street, Suite 206, Eugene, OR 97405, United States
Eugene, OR 97405
Hours:
Monday 6:15-7:15 PM, Tuesday 6:15-7:15 PM
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Belly Dance Eugene at Amazon Community Center
Beginning belly dance classes offered through Eugene Recreation at Amazon Community Center, focusing on fitness and basic belly dance movements.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance, Beginning Ages 14+
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- • City recreation program
- • Ages 14+
- • Fitness focused
Instructor:
Sarina Dorie(28+ experience)
Experienced belly dance instructor offering beginning level classes focused on fitness and basic movements.
Pricing & Options:
$42-$49
Contact Information
2700 Hilyard St, Eugene, OR 97405, United States
Eugene, OR 97405
Hours:
Wednesday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Souzana Belly Dance at Platform360
Professional belly dance instruction at Platform360 Dance Studio, offering classes for all levels with focus on fundamental movements, isolations, and traditional Middle Eastern dance styles.
Class Types
- ✓ Eugene Belly Dance (All Levels)
- ✓ Free Belly Dance Class
- ✓ Online Belly Dance Classes
- ✓ Children's Classes
- ✓ Troupe Class
- +1 more styles
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- 🎁First Class Free
- • All levels welcome
- • Free classes offered
- • Online options available
Instructor:
Souzana Van Horn(14+ experience)
Multi-award winning belly dance instructor with over 14 years of continuous experience teaching women, children, and men of all shapes, sizes, and ages.
Pricing & Options:
$18+
Contact Information
1840 Willamette St Ste #206, Eugene, OR 97405, United States
Eugene, OR 97405
Hours:
Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Beginner), 12:15-1:15 PM (Mixed Level)
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River Road Park & Recreation District
Community recreation district offering belly dance classes as part of their fitness programs, featuring an all-level Tribal/Tribal Fusion class focusing on basic movements and fitness.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance - Skills and Drills
- ✓ Dance Fitness
- ✓ Argentine Tango
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- • FIT PASS system
- • All levels welcome
- • Fitness focus
Instructor:
Professional Instructors(Professional experience)
Qualified instructors specializing in tribal and tribal fusion belly dance movements.
Pricing & Options:
FIT PASS system
Contact Information
1400 Lake Dr, Eugene, OR 97404, United States
Eugene, OR 97404
Hours:
Contact for class schedule
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Denfinity Dance Studio
Comprehensive movement arts space offering diverse classes including belly dance with Claudia Shimmies, featuring a floating hardwood floor, mirrors, and outdoor courtyard.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance with Claudia Shimmies
- ✓ African drum and dance
- ✓ Ballet
- ✓ Modern dance
- ✓ Hip hop
- +12 more styles
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Floating hardwood floor
- • Noise-dampening walls
- • Climate control
Instructor:
Claudia Shimmies(20+ experience)
Belly dance instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience and a degree in choreography, specializing in building dancers from the inside out.
Pricing & Options:
$20+
Contact Information
1325 Jefferson Street, Eugene, OR 97402, United States
Eugene, OR 97402
Hours:
Tuesday 5:00-6:30 PM (varies)
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Veronica Sims Belly Dance
Professional belly dance instruction by Veronica Sims, specializing in fusion improvisational belly dance grounded in FCBD® principles with focus on musicality and group awareness.
Class Types
- ✓ Fusion Improvisational Belly Dance
- ✓ FCBD® Style Classes
- ✓ Advanced Tribal Fusion
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • FCBD® style specialization
- • Professional training background
- • International training experience
Instructor:
Veronica Sims(Professional experience)
Seasoned belly dance artist since 1990, trained with renowned professionals including Rachel Brice's Eight Elements, Colleena Shakti in India and Greece, and FCBD® style leaders.
Pricing & Options:
Contact for pricing
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Platform360 Dance Studio, 1840 Willamette Street, Suite 206, Eugene, OR 97405, United States
Eugene, OR 97405
Hours:
Monday 6:15-7:15 PM, Tuesday 6:15-7:15 PM
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Eugene Recreation Belly Dance Programs
City of Eugene Recreation Division offers beginning belly dance classes as part of their adult fitness and dance programs, providing accessible community recreation opportunities.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance, Beginning Ages 14+
- ✓ Dance & Drama Programs
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- • City recreation program
- • Ages 14+
- • Affordable classes
Instructor:
City Recreation Instructors(Professional experience)
Qualified recreation instructors specializing in beginner-level dance instruction.
Pricing & Options:
$42-$49
Contact Information
Multiple locations, Eugene, OR 97401, United States
Eugene, OR 97401
Hours:
Varies by location and session
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Wild Lotus Bellydance
Pacific Northwest performance troupe and instruction program led by Zahia Izzah, specializing in Egyptian style belly dance with performance opportunities and instruction.
Class Types
- ✓ Beginning Belly Dance
- ✓ Intermediate Belly Dance
- ✓ Egyptian Style Belly Dance
- ✓ Performance Troupe Training
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Performance troupe
- • Egyptian style focus
- • Private lessons
Instructor:
Zahia Izzah(Professional experience)
Egyptian style belly dance specialist and director of Wild Lotus Bellydance, a Pacific Northwest performance troupe.
Pricing & Options:
Contact for pricing
Contact Information
Lane Community College, 4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405, United States
Eugene, OR 97405
Hours:
Wednesday 6:30-7:30 PM (Beginning), Saturday 9:30-11:00 AM (Intermediate)
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Claudia Shimmies Belly Dance
Independent belly dance instruction by Claudia Shimmies, offering all-levels classes with over 20 years of teaching experience and degree in choreography.
Class Types
- ✓ All Levels Belly Dance
- ✓ Online Belly Dance Classes
- ✓ Special Workshops
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • All levels welcome
- • Online classes available
- • Professional training
Instructor:
Claudia Shimmies(20+ experience)
Belly dance instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience, degree in choreography, and expertise in building dancers from the inside out.
Pricing & Options:
$20+
Contact Information
Denfinity Dance Studio, 1325 Jefferson Street, Eugene, OR 97402, United States
Eugene, OR 97402
Hours:
Tuesday 5:00-6:30 PM (varies by month)
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💰 Estimated Costs in Eugene
| Drop-in Class | $15 - $25 |
| 5-Class Card | $65 - $100 |
| Monthly Unlimited | $120 - $180 |
| Private Lesson | $60 - $120/hr |
*Prices vary by studio prestige and location. Check individual listings for exact rates.
🔍 What to Expect in Your First Class
- 1
No experience needed.Most studios in Eugene define "Beginner" as zero prior dance experience. You will learn posture and isolation from scratch.
- 2
Wear comfy clothes.You don't need a costume! Yoga pants, a fitted tank top, and bare feet (or socks) are the standard attire.
- 3
The "Shimmy" comes later.Your first class will focus on grounding your hips and isolating your chest. Don't worry if you can't shake perfectly on day one.
- 4
Bring water and an open mind.Belly dance is a workout! Stay hydrated and remember that everyone starts somewhere. The community is welcoming and supportive.
Common Belly Dance Styles
Not sure which class to pick? Here is a quick guide to the styles you might find in local studios.
Egyptian / Raqs Sharqi
The most classical form. Focuses on controlled muscle isolations, emotional expression, and intricate musicality. Elegant and grounded.
American Cabaret
A showy, glamorous style often performed with veils, zills (finger cymbals), or swords. High energy and uses more stage space.
Tribal Fusion
A modern western interpretation mixing hip-hop, flamenco, and popping/locking. Often danced to electronic music with darker costuming.
Fitness Belly Dance
Combines traditional belly dance movements with cardio and strength training. Great for beginners looking for a fun workout.
Turkish Oriental
Known for energetic floor work, dramatic drops, and playful audience interaction. More theatrical than Egyptian style.
Folkloric Styles
Regional dances from across the Middle East and North Africa, including Saidi, Khaliji, and Moroccan styles. Each has unique props and rhythms.
📌 Belly Dance in Eugene, OR
Eugene offers a diverse selection of belly dance studios catering to dancers of all levels. Whether you're interested in traditional Middle Eastern styles, modern fusion, or fitness-focused belly dance, you'll find experienced instructors and welcoming communities.
The belly dance scene in Eugene is vibrant and inclusive, with regular performances, workshops, and community events. Many studios offer flexible class schedules, including evening and weekend options to accommodate busy lifestyles.
From your first shimmy to advanced choreography, Eugene's belly dance studios provide supportive environments where you can learn, grow, and connect with fellow dance enthusiasts.
Serving Dancers in Eugene & Surrounding Areas
Our directory lists studios accessible to residents of Eugene as well as nearby areas. Many students travel from surrounding neighborhoods and ZIP codes.
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Studios may serve multiple neighborhoods and ZIP codes. Check individual listings for exact locations and accessibility.