Each class is one hour long, including a warm up and cool down. In an average class we will usually teach technique, combos, and posture of belly dance. You may learn choreography depending on the term’s focus.

We may also focus on particular styles/props (veils, assaya, and zills, are examples of props, and Egyptian Saidi, Turkish Rom, Khaleegy are examples of folkloric styles).

Please wear comfortable tight clothes/gym wear so that your movements can be easily seen. You can either dance barefoot, in socks, or flat ballet type dance shoes. You may also want to purchase a coin belt at class - these help you feel the movement and know where your hips are going in time to the music.

We take bookings via our booking platform here. If you have any issues booking please contact us via email at phoenix.candice@gmail.com . We unfortunately do not offer Credit Card or EFT-POS facilities.

Yes! We have a large variety of stock that students can purchase at class or at our offices, so just let us know what you're after. We also offer gift vouchers that can be used for merchandise, classes, performances and private lessons.

If you have any injury, or medical condition, you should consult your doctor for professional advice before attending classes. You can still take part in classes but please ensure that you notify your teacher of the condition.

Belly dancing is for anyone no matter what age, size, shape, background, dancing ability, gender or fitness level. Our youngest student has been 5 years old, and our eldest so far: 73 years old! We encourage all to give it a try and to enjoy this new social hobby that comes with major health benefits! You will enjoy learning about a new culture, listening to the mesmerising music of the Middle East, dance with veils, and learn technical movements. Belly dancing will improve posture, grace, co-ordination, flexibility, and body awarenes.

Workshops in Auckland are organised regularly with Candice and other highly acclaimed local, national and even international dancers! Check out our Event pages for news.

Workshops can be organised in your area with Candice's assistance to organise events. Workshop topics and tutors can include a variety of techniques, props and choreographies. Please email or call Candice for further information.

All students are invited to perform in our Annual Student Showcase where all classes will present choroegraphies they have learned! It is a voluntary performance, so no pressure to participate. Those who do choose to perform enjoy meeting the students from other classes and say that the show is the highlight of their dancing year!

We also offer performances at times throughout the year at community events. The annual showcase is a high quality show in a theatre environment, so there are requirements around costuming and class attendance, but lots of notice is given to interested students to begin making costumes, and preparing for the show.

If you'd prefer not to register and pay for the whole term, we also offer a casual rate which means you can drop in at any time. Our special courses do not offer casual rates.

If you join in weeks 1-3 we can offer you a pro-rated term fee, just get in touch. After the third week, you can attend using the casual fee option.

If you miss your regular class, you can attend a different class in the same term. Please note that if you can't make up your missed class within the same term, then they can not be transferred to the next term.

We have classes in Auckland CBD, Epsom and Orewa. If you would like to request a class in your area, or at your company (for a corporate experience) and have a large enough group, we may be able to set up a new class for you. Please get in touch with us.

Yes! We offer packages under our performances page, and offer tailored workshops for companies, and specialised Middle Eastern folkloric dance training for schools that would like to incorporate Middle Eastern dance into a workshop or their dance curriculum.