Sandy Maya's Dance
where Bellydance meets Showdance
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Sandy Maya is a choreographer, performer and teacher based in Reading, Berkshire, UK.
Sandy has enjoyed dance ever since she can remember, always being the first on the dance-floor at Parties. She has been trained in Ballet and Jazzdance from age 11-15. In her twenties she attended streetdance classes and started learning Salsa and Bachata before discovering Bellydance/Oriental-dance in 2011. Sandy fell in love with this artform and delved into extensively learning the art of bellydance by attending as many classes she could find. Sandy's main bellydance teacher is Helen Santa Maria of the SMBA ( Santa Maria Bellydance Academy in Reading ) but she has also learned in person and online from the following teachers: Cherie Leigh Marshall, Sadie Marquard, Rachel Bennett, Al Warner, Cat Barclay, Darkstar, Serena Ramzy, Hossam Ramzy, Natasha Bradley, Louise Brooks, Melissa Bellydance, Jasirah, Diva Darina, Ozgen, Maelle, Katie Alyce, Alla Kushnir, Charlotte Desorger, Iana Komarnytska. In 2015 Sandy completed the Bellydance Teacher apprenticeship at the SMBA and began teaching for the RBSB only a few months later. Sandy has since been teaching for the SMBA in Reading and the RBSB in Maidenhead, Twyford and Wokingham, as well as offering local classes and workshops in Lower Earley, Woodley and Earley. In addition to learning more about Bellydance and passing on her knowledge with her teaching, Sandy also attended adult Ballet and Lyrical classes with Bronia Pearce at BPD, Above all Sandy loves to create choreographies to tell stories. And that is where the fusion comes in and Bellydance meets Showdance, often including props. Sandy's students perform regularly at the local Bastille Day Festival in Reading which inspired her to incorporate the the French Cancan as well as bring other show-pieces to life to cater to the general public who may not be familiar with the traditional art of bellydance. In 2016 Sandy took part in a local theatre production by the Progress Theatre, which took a modern approach on Shakespeare's A midsummer night's dream which included music and dance scenes. Sandy choreographed the pieces for the exclusive music and taught the cast ( non dancers )the dances to be performed for 10 evenings in a row. Sandy appeared in the play herself one evening as an understudy filling in for one of the fairies. Certifications and Achievements
Sandy has enjoyed dance ever since she can remember, always being the first on the dance-floor at Parties. She has been trained in Ballet and Jazzdance from age 11-15. In her twenties she attended streetdance classes and started learning Salsa and Bachata before discovering Bellydance/Oriental-dance in 2011. Sandy fell in love with this artform and delved into extensively learning the art of bellydance by attending as many classes she could find. Sandy's main bellydance teacher is Helen Santa Maria of the SMBA ( Santa Maria Bellydance Academy in Reading ) but she has also learned in person and online from the following teachers: Cherie Leigh Marshall, Sadie Marquard, Rachel Bennett, Al Warner, Cat Barclay, Darkstar, Serena Ramzy, Hossam Ramzy, Natasha Bradley, Louise Brooks, Melissa Bellydance, Jasirah, Diva Darina, Ozgen, Maelle, Katie Alyce, Alla Kushnir, Charlotte Desorger, Iana Komarnytska. In 2015 Sandy completed the Bellydance Teacher apprenticeship at the SMBA and began teaching for the RBSB only a few months later. Sandy has since been teaching for the SMBA in Reading and the RBSB in Maidenhead, Twyford and Wokingham, as well as offering local classes and workshops in Lower Earley, Woodley and Earley. In addition to learning more about Bellydance and passing on her knowledge with her teaching, Sandy also attended adult Ballet and Lyrical classes with Bronia Pearce at BPD, Above all Sandy loves to create choreographies to tell stories. And that is where the fusion comes in and Bellydance meets Showdance, often including props. Sandy's students perform regularly at the local Bastille Day Festival in Reading which inspired her to incorporate the the French Cancan as well as bring other show-pieces to life to cater to the general public who may not be familiar with the traditional art of bellydance. In 2016 Sandy took part in a local theatre production by the Progress Theatre, which took a modern approach on Shakespeare's A midsummer night's dream which included music and dance scenes. Sandy choreographed the pieces for the exclusive music and taught the cast ( non dancers )the dances to be performed for 10 evenings in a row. Sandy appeared in the play herself one evening as an understudy filling in for one of the fairies. Certifications and Achievements
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Gift card amounts cannot be payed out and only be used to purchase available options on Sandy Maya's Website
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Once the gift card's has been used to book a class or workshop, there is no transfer or refund option.
If you have any questions, please use the feedback form on this page to reach out to Sandy for further clarification.
Please note that Sandy Maya's Voucher can only be used for Sandy Maya's Dance offerings, this does not include classes where Sandy teaches for a 3rd party, such as the SMBA or Pandabear Studios for example.
The gift card is valid for 1 year after the date of purchase.
Gift card amounts cannot be payed out and only be used to purchase available options on Sandy Maya's Website
Please visit the "Book here" page to see what is available.
Once the gift card's has been used to book a class or workshop, there is no transfer or refund option.
If you have any questions, please use the feedback form on this page to reach out to Sandy for further clarification.
Please note that Sandy Maya's Voucher can only be used for Sandy Maya's Dance offerings, this does not include classes where Sandy teaches for a 3rd party, such as the SMBA or Pandabear Studios for example.
Appreciation donation
Some people call it "tips" or "buy me a coffee"
If you feel like you would like to express your appreciation of any of my services, be it classes, event organisation, choreographies, inspiration, video or photography services, then please feel free to donate. Any amount will be greatly appreciated and will help me continue to do and share what I love most: Bring the joy of dance to all people.
Participation in any sessions require your agreement to the waiver and disclaimer document to ensure risk awareness.
If you have signed up for your session online, you have automatically agreed to the terms and conditions.
If you have signed up for your session online, you have automatically agreed to the terms and conditions.
L.E.D. wings Workshop
£25.00
L.E.D. wings Workshop
Please review the waiver that all participants need to sign.
This workshop is not suitable for beginners who have no experience with wings,
Please bring your own props.
Props are not provided at this workshop
L.E.D. wings Workshop £25
( 8 spaces available )
Session type: How to use L.E.D. wings effectively
When: Sunday, 30th November 2025 at 2:30pm
Duration: 2 hours
Where: St Peter's Church, Earley
Additional info:
Intermediate level, requires isis-wings-handling ability
Participants need to bring their own props.
Videos will be taken to capture the effects of timed light of dancing in a group or by
yourself.
Please note that we will work in a dark room for parts of this workshop as we are
working with light effects.
There may be wings with flashing lights, so if you are sensitive to flashy lights, low
light, bright light, sudden light changes,
then perhaps this workshop is not for you.
Spring Student Showcase - 22nd March 2025 - 13 tickets left
£6.00
A Showcase for Sandy Maya's Dance students and our local dance community who are looking for a chance to showcase their talent.
The Showcase is held at
Location: Maiden Place Community Centre in Lower Earley. Sat Nav: RG6 3HE
This is a 1,5 hour event and starts at 1:15pm and ends at 2:45pm
Doors open at 1pm
Free parking available in front of the venue.
No bar service, no food is available at this event, but you may bring your own refreshments ( no alcohol is permitted at this event )
Tickets are required for dancers and spectators.
Kids under the age of 15 do not require a ticket, however please advise the organiser of the number of kids attending, so seating arrangements can be made.
For performance slots, please contact Sandy.
[email protected]
The Showcase is held at
Location: Maiden Place Community Centre in Lower Earley. Sat Nav: RG6 3HE
This is a 1,5 hour event and starts at 1:15pm and ends at 2:45pm
Doors open at 1pm
Free parking available in front of the venue.
No bar service, no food is available at this event, but you may bring your own refreshments ( no alcohol is permitted at this event )
Tickets are required for dancers and spectators.
Kids under the age of 15 do not require a ticket, however please advise the organiser of the number of kids attending, so seating arrangements can be made.
For performance slots, please contact Sandy.
[email protected]
£6.00 Home studio only - rehearsal - max 3 people - imaginary props ( not valid for Maiden Place sessions )
£8.00
£6.00
This is an extension to the rehearsals run at Maiden Place.
As it is tricky to book a room at a time that fits everyone, I am adding some dates at my home studio, so that everyone gets a chance to rehearse.
Only valid at Hawkedon Way Home Studio for a small number of people
Rehearsing at my home studio means space limitation and props cannot be used as it would implicate health and safety.
If you sign up for these rehearsal sessions you are aware of space restriction and needing to go over the routines without props.
These sessions cost less than the in studio classes for that reason.
Upcoming dates:
Friday, 28th February 7pm-8pm
Monday, 3rd March 7pm-8pm
Friday, 21st March 7pm-8pm
Cancan version 2025 workshop
£35.00
Can-can Workshop £35
( 6 spaces available )
Session type: Learn a high impact, fast paced group dance choreo
When: Saturday, 26th April 2025 at 10am
Duration: 3 hours
Where: Maiden Place, Lower Earley, function room
Additional info:
Intermediate level,
participants require a good fitness level
and need to bring their own cancan- or wide flowy skirts
Performance opportunity:
Bastille Day Festival on 13th July 2025
10 year Anniversary show on 7th September 2025
( 6 spaces available )
Session type: Learn a high impact, fast paced group dance choreo
When: Saturday, 26th April 2025 at 10am
Duration: 3 hours
Where: Maiden Place, Lower Earley, function room
Additional info:
Intermediate level,
participants require a good fitness level
and need to bring their own cancan- or wide flowy skirts
Performance opportunity:
Bastille Day Festival on 13th July 2025
10 year Anniversary show on 7th September 2025
Early bird at £8.50 for 10 year anniversary Show ticket - 7th September 2025
£10.00
£8.50
Sunday, 7th September 2025
10 year teaching Anniversary Show
Sandy Maya's Dance is hosting a show to celebrate 10 years of teaching bellydance
Performance slots available to guest performers - everybody welcome
Show at Loddon Hall in Twyford from 2pm-4pm, doors open at 1:30pm
Sat Nav: RG10 9JA
Early bird tickets at £8,50 available until 5th April 2025,
Price goes up to £10 after that date.
Children under the age of 15 do not require a ticket but need to be accompanied by a chaperone.
There will be a bar selling alcohol.
If you wish to attend the Belly-Line-Dance-Session from 12noon-1pm, please book that separately when they become available
Sandy Maya's Workshop students have the chance to practise their pieces from 10am-11:45am
Appreciation donation
£1.11 - £55.55
Some people call it "tips" or "buy me a coffee"
If you feel like you would like to express your appreciation of any of my services, be it classes, event organisation, choreographies, inspiration, video or photography services, then please feel free to donate. Any amount will be greatly appreciated and will help me continue to do and share what I love most: Bring the joy of dance to all people.
£10 Maiden Place Rehearsal session PAYG
£10.00
Rehearsal sessions are available to students who have learned dances at workshops and need to practise before an upcoming performance.
The dates are advertised on the What's On section as well as the "rehearsal sessions" section and are being shared within the dance community by Sandy in advance of them taking place.
Only valid for rehearsal sessions at Maiden Place in Lower Earley
Maiden Place function room at MP
Upcoming rehearsal dates for Sping Showcase, French Market and Bastille Day Fest:
Wednesday 26th March 7pm-8pm at MP
Tuesday, 15th April - 7pm-8pm at MP
Saturday, 7th June - 11am-12pm
Saturday, 5th July - 11am12pm
Upcoming rehearsal dates for 10 year anniversary show:
Tuesday, 22nd July 7-8pm at MP
Tuesday, 29th July 7-8pm at MP
Monday, 1st Sep 7-8pm at MP
This is an add on session ( no purchase required )
Sunday, 7th September 10am-11:45am at Loddon Hall in Twyford
£ 35 -- Santa Baby Solo Choreo Workshop
£35.00
X-mas-dance Workshop £35
( 14 spaces available )
Session type: Learn an alluring solo choreography to Santa Baby
When: Saturday, 13th December 2025 at 10am
Duration: 3 hours
Where: Maiden Place, Lower Earley, function room
Additional info:
Intermediate level.
Dressing up festive for the video recording is encouraged, but not mandatory
( 14 spaces available )
Session type: Learn an alluring solo choreography to Santa Baby
When: Saturday, 13th December 2025 at 10am
Duration: 3 hours
Where: Maiden Place, Lower Earley, function room
Additional info:
Intermediate level.
Dressing up festive for the video recording is encouraged, but not mandatory
Fanveil solo dance workshop
£35.00
Fanveil Workshop £35
( 5 spaces available )
Session type: Solo choreography workshop with fanveils
When: Sunday, 16th March 2025 at 1pm
Duration: 3 hours
Where: St Peter's Church, Earley
Additional info:
Intermediate level, requires fanveil-handling ability
Participants need to bring their own props.
( 5 spaces available )
Session type: Solo choreography workshop with fanveils
When: Sunday, 16th March 2025 at 1pm
Duration: 3 hours
Where: St Peter's Church, Earley
Additional info:
Intermediate level, requires fanveil-handling ability
Participants need to bring their own props.
Halloween Dance Workshop 2025
£35.00
Halloween Workshop £35
( 13 spaces available )
Session type: Learn a Halloween group dance choreo
When: Saturday, 18th October 2025 at 10am
Duration: 3 hours
Where: Maiden Place, Lower Earley, function room
Additional info:
Intermediate level,
Dressing up for the video recording is encouraged, but not mandatory
( 13 spaces available )
Session type: Learn a Halloween group dance choreo
When: Saturday, 18th October 2025 at 10am
Duration: 3 hours
Where: Maiden Place, Lower Earley, function room
Additional info:
Intermediate level,
Dressing up for the video recording is encouraged, but not mandatory
Pay As You Go Class valid for Bellydance drill and Belly-Line-Dance sessions at Maiden Place
£10.00
This pay as you go option is only available for Lunchtime classes and Belly-Line-Dance sessions at Maiden Place
Valid for one use only.
If you are planning to come regularly to classes, you might benefit from our 5 session saver-pass
PLEASE NOTE that prices are changing in April as the room hire fee increases.
New saver passes from 1st April will be £50 and individual sessions will be set at £11
Valid for one use only.
If you are planning to come regularly to classes, you might benefit from our 5 session saver-pass
PLEASE NOTE that prices are changing in April as the room hire fee increases.
New saver passes from 1st April will be £50 and individual sessions will be set at £11
£45 Saver pass for 5 x eligible sessions as outlined
£50.00
£45.00
Saver-pass for 5 sessions at £45 ( price will increase from April 2025 )
( valid for 2 months after purchase date)
This pass allows for 5 sessions, either lunchtime classes at Maiden Place, Belly-line-dance sessions, rehearsal sessions at Maiden Place and Bellydance Bliss sessions at the Panda Bear studio
Lunch classes on Wednesdays at 12:05-12:55
Belly-line-dance, rehearsal and Bellydance Bliss sessions happen ad hoc on different dates and times. Please check for available offerings here
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PLEASE NOTE that prices are changing in April as the room hire fee increases.
New saver passes from 1st April will be £50 and individual sessions will be set between £11-£13 depending on venue.
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Pass is valid from purchase date and expires after 2 calendar months of the purchase date. i.e.g: purchase date: 25th May 2024 - Expiry date after 5 sessions used before the expire date OR expiry date 26th July 2024, regardless of how many sessions were attended.
This includes half term and bank holidays
No refund or transfer option available
( valid for 2 months after purchase date)
This pass allows for 5 sessions, either lunchtime classes at Maiden Place, Belly-line-dance sessions, rehearsal sessions at Maiden Place and Bellydance Bliss sessions at the Panda Bear studio
Lunch classes on Wednesdays at 12:05-12:55
Belly-line-dance, rehearsal and Bellydance Bliss sessions happen ad hoc on different dates and times. Please check for available offerings here
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PLEASE NOTE that prices are changing in April as the room hire fee increases.
New saver passes from 1st April will be £50 and individual sessions will be set between £11-£13 depending on venue.
-----
Pass is valid from purchase date and expires after 2 calendar months of the purchase date. i.e.g: purchase date: 25th May 2024 - Expiry date after 5 sessions used before the expire date OR expiry date 26th July 2024, regardless of how many sessions were attended.
This includes half term and bank holidays
No refund or transfer option available