Belly Dance Classes in Houston, TX
Discover the vibrant belly dance scene in Houston. With 16 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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Sonia's World of Dance
A welcoming studio in the Galleria area specializing in social dancing, including ballroom, Latin, and belly dance for beginners.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance
- ✓ Salsa
- ✓ Ballroom
- ✓ Country Western
- ✓ Wedding Dance
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Private Practice Room
- • Wood Dance Floors
- • Event Venue Rental
Instructor:
Sonia Khan Jupiter(Professional experience)
Specializes in teaching complete beginners to let loose their dancing spirit.
Pricing & Options:
Contact for pricing
Contact Information
5535 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77056, United States
Houston, TX 77056
Hours:
Contact for schedule
Parking & Transportation
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Inner Me Studios
Boutique studio offering a variety of fun and empowering fitness classes including belly dance, pole dance, and hip hop.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dancing
- ✓ Pole Dance
- ✓ Chair Dance
- ✓ Hip Hop
- ✓ Zumba
- +1 more styles
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Bachelorette Parties
- • Fitness Focus
- • Sauna
Instructor:
Multiple(Professional experience)
Knowledgeable instructors focusing on fitness and empowerment.
Pricing & Options:
$28-$38 per class
Contact Information
2206 Emancipation Ave, Houston, TX 77003, United States
Houston, TX 77003
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 11AM-9PM, Friday 11AM-8PM, Weekend hours vary
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Sirrom School of Dance
Houston's premier belly dance studio offering classes in cabaret, tribal, and folk styles. Home to the Solange Dance Company and Sirrom Caravan.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance Beginner
- ✓ Tribal Belly Dance
- ✓ Drumming
- ✓ Hula/Polynesian
- ✓ Zills
- +1 more styles
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Performance Opportunities
- • Annual Student Showcases
- • Live Drumming Classes
Instructor:
Multiple(20+ experience)
Experienced staff teaching various styles of Middle Eastern and Polynesian dance.
Pricing & Options:
$17 drop-in
Contact Information
9803 Stella Link Rd, Houston, TX 77025, United States
Houston, TX 77025
Hours:
Monday-Thursday evenings, Saturday mornings
Parking & Transportation
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Hunter Dance Center
Professional dance center in the Heights offering high-quality training in modern, ballet, and specialty classes like belly dance and aerial arts.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance
- ✓ Modern
- ✓ Ballet
- ✓ Aerial Silks
- ✓ Hip Hop
- +1 more styles
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Sprung Floors
- • High Ceilings
- • Home of Open Dance Project
Instructor:
Sahira(20+ experience)
Internationally recognized belly dance instructor and performer.
Pricing & Options:
$20 drop-in
Contact Information
747 N Shepherd Dr #100, Houston, TX 77007, United States
Houston, TX 77007
Hours:
Varies by class schedule
Parking & Transportation
Belly Dance Oasis Studio
Specialized studio offering small group belly dance classes with a focus on technique, drills, and dance combinations.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance Technique
- ✓ Drills
- ✓ Choreography
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Small Class Size
- • Individual Attention
- • Museum District Location
Instructor:
Tanya(Professional experience)
Experienced instructor focusing on individualized attention.
Pricing & Options:
Contact for pricing
Contact Information
805 Chelsea Blvd #3, Houston, TX 77002, United States
Houston, TX 77002
Hours:
By appointment/schedule
Parking & Transportation
Luxury Event Occasions
Event venue hosting weekly intermediate and advanced belly dance classes with Sahira and Bella Donna Dance.
Class Types
- ✓ Intermediate Belly Dance
- ✓ Advanced Belly Dance
- ✓ Choreography
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- • Large Mirror Space
- • Group Learning
- • Performance Preparation
Instructor:
Sahira(Professional experience)
Experienced instructor focusing on complex technique and choreography.
Pricing & Options:
$18-$20 per class
Contact Information
7636 Harwin Dr Unit A115, Houston, TX 77036, United States
Houston, TX 77036
Hours:
Wednesday evenings
Parking & Transportation
Ballam Studio
Home of Ballam Dance, focusing on Tribal Fusion, Egyptian style, and folkloric belly dance.
Class Types
- ✓ Tribal Fusion
- ✓ Egyptian Style Belly Dance
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Specific Style Focus
- • Small Group Setting
- • Heights Location
Instructor:
Silvia(Professional experience)
Expert instruction in Tribal Fusion and Egyptian styles.
Pricing & Options:
$15 per class
Contact Information
2025 W 11th St, Houston, TX 77008, United States
Houston, TX 77008
Hours:
Tuesday evenings, Friday mornings
Parking & Transportation
Trotter Family YMCA
Community-focused YMCA offering a wide range of group exercise classes, including belly dance for fitness and cultural enrichment.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance Fitness
- ✓ Zumba
- ✓ Yoga
- ✓ Pilates
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 🎁First Class Free
- • Childcare
- • Pool
- • Community Events
Instructor:
Varies(Certified experience)
Group exercise instructors certified in various dance fitness formats.
Pricing & Options:
Membership Required
Contact Information
1331 Augusta Dr, Houston, TX 77057, United States
Houston, TX 77057
Hours:
Mon-Thu 5am-9pm, Fri 5am-8pm, Sat 7am-6pm, Sun 10am-6pm
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MATCH - Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston
A multi-venue arts facility that hosts major belly dance galas, workshops with master teachers, and performances by local troupes like Y.E. Torres.
Class Types
- ✓ Master Workshops
- ✓ Gala Performances
- ✓ Fusion Dance Events
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- • Professional Theater
- • Rehearsal Studios
- • Central Location
Instructor:
Guest Masters(World Class experience)
Hosts visiting master instructors and local professionals for special events.
Pricing & Options:
Varies by event
Contact Information
3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, United States
Houston, TX 77002
Hours:
Varies by event
Parking & Transportation
Sahira Professional Belly Dance
Home studio and teaching location for Sahira, an internationally acclaimed belly dance artist offering technique, zills, and performance training.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance Technique
- ✓ Finger Cymbals (Zills)
- ✓ Folkloric Dance
- ✓ Performance Skills
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Online Classes Available
- • Student Showcases
- • DVDs/Digital Downloads
Instructor:
Sahira(20+ experience)
Performances include Bella Donna Dance Co and Urban Gypsy.
Pricing & Options:
$18 drop-in
Contact Information
508 Pecore St, Houston, TX 77009, United States
Houston, TX 77009
Hours:
Varies by appointment
Parking & Transportation
Houston Divine Studio
Safe and welcoming space for adult dance classes including Belly Dance, Burlesque, and Hair & Chair.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance
- ✓ Burlesque
- ✓ Hair & Chair
- ✓ Yoga
- ✓ Meditation
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Body Positive Environment
- • Adults Only
- • Performance Showcases
Instructor:
Natasha, Poppy(Professional experience)
Instructors focus on building confidence and femininity.
Pricing & Options:
$20 per class
Contact Information
4540 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77092, United States
Houston, TX 77092
Hours:
Evenings and Weekends
Parking & Transportation
Rice University Recreation Center
Offers belly dance classes as part of their specialty fitness and dance series, open to students and members.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance
- ✓ Mind/Body Fitness
- ✓ Dance Fitness
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- • University Campus
- • Semester Series
- • Student Community
Instructor:
Varies(Certified experience)
Certified instructors leading semester-based dance series.
Pricing & Options:
Membership/Semester Fee
Contact Information
6100 Main St, Houston, TX 77005, United States
Houston, TX 77005
Hours:
Varies by semester schedule
Parking & Transportation
Soundbox Studios
Houston's hub for urban dance that frequently hosts diverse workshops and independent instructors, including belly dance and fusion styles.
Class Types
- ✓ Hip Hop
- ✓ Jazz Funk
- ✓ Belly Dance (Rentals/Workshops)
- ✓ Heels
- ✓ K-Pop
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- • Large Mirrors
- • Professional Sound
- • Rental Space
Instructor:
Multiple Independent(Professional experience)
Hosts some of Houston's top choreographers and dance community leaders.
Pricing & Options:
$15-$20 per class
Contact Information
3300 Chimney Rock Rd #500, Houston, TX 77056, United States
Houston, TX 77056
Hours:
Mon-Fri 4PM-10PM, Sat 10AM-4PM
Parking & Transportation
Glazier Senior Education Center
Harris County Precinct 4 facility offering free enrichment classes for seniors, including cardio dance and cultural dance workshops.
Class Types
- ✓ Cardio Dance
- ✓ Bollywood Dancing
- ✓ Fitness for Seniors
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 🎁First Class Free
- • Ages 55+
- • Free Classes
- • Community Garden
Instructor:
Volunteers/Staff(Varies experience)
Programs led by enthusiastic staff and community volunteers.
Pricing & Options:
Free
Contact Information
16600 Pine Forest Ln, Houston, TX 77084, United States
Houston, TX 77084
Hours:
Monday-Friday 7:30AM-4PM
Parking & Transportation
Memorial Athletic Club
Full-service health club in the Energy Corridor offering Group X classes which include various dance formats and belly dance fusion.
Class Types
- ✓ Dance Fitness
- ✓ Zumba
- ✓ Yoga
- ✓ BodyPump
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- 👤Private Lessons
- 🎁First Class Free
- • Aquatics Center
- • Women's Only Area
- • Personal Training
Instructor:
Multiple(Certified experience)
Certified fitness instructors leading energetic group classes.
Pricing & Options:
Membership Required
Contact Information
14690 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77079, United States
Houston, TX 77079
Hours:
Mon-Thu 4:30AM-10PM, Fri 4:30AM-9PM, Sat-Sun 7AM-7PM
Parking & Transportation
Hips & Dips
A specific location hosting Belly Dance Basics classes with Kasandra, focusing on foundational movements and fun fitness.
Class Types
- ✓ Belly Dance Basics
- ✓ Dance Fitness
Amenities & Features
- 🅿️Parking Available
- • Evening Classes
- • Affordable Pricing
- • Northwest Houston Location
Instructor:
Kasandra(Professional experience)
Fun and energetic instructor focusing on basic belly dance moves.
Pricing & Options:
$15 per class
Contact Information
10850 Jones Rd, Houston, TX 77065, United States
Houston, TX 77065
Hours:
Tuesday evenings
Parking & Transportation
💰 Estimated Costs in Houston
| 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 Houston 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 Houston, TX
Houston 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 Houston 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, Houston's belly dance studios provide supportive environments where you can learn, grow, and connect with fellow dance enthusiasts.
Serving Dancers in Houston & Surrounding Areas
Our directory lists studios accessible to residents of Houston as well as nearby areas. Many students travel from surrounding neighborhoods and ZIP codes.
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📮 ZIP Codes
Studios may serve multiple neighborhoods and ZIP codes. Check individual listings for exact locations and accessibility.