Mondays
1pm Belly-Line-Dance, Ad hoc dates - Beginner friendly - at home studio, book here
check for evening sessions here
Tuesdays
11am - Bellydance Drills - Weekly in Lower Earley - more info here
check for evening sessions here
Wednesdays
12pm - Bellydance Choreo course - Weekly at Home studio in Lower Earley FULLY BOOKED
1pm-1:15pm - Rehearsal time for regular students ( free of charge ) at home studio, requires prior registration
2pm - Raqs Sarqi for Beginners - Weekly at Home studio in Lower Earley, PAYG drop in classes
check for evening sessions here
Thursdays
11am - Bellydance Drills - Weekly in Lower Earley - more info here
12:15pm - Bellydance Choreo course - Weekly at Home studio in Lower Earley - more info here
check for evening sessions here
Fridays
check for evening sessions here
Saturdays
10:30am - Belly-LineDance on 18th April at Maiden Place Community Centre, Lower Earley, book here
11:30am - Rehearsal session ( space for props ) on 18th April at Maiden Place Community Centre, Lower Earley book here
11:30am - Rehearsal session ( space for props ) on 18th April at Maiden Place Community Centre, Lower Earley book here
Sundays
12:15pm - Introduction to Fanveils ( 30 mins ) 22nd November 2026 at Alan Cornish Theatre in Woodley
1:15pm - Spring student Showcase - 2 hour event on 17th May 2026 at Alan Cornish Theatre in Woodley. Get tickets here
1:15pm - L.E.D.-wings - 2,5 hour workshop on 15th November 2026 at Saint Peter's Church Hall, Earley - Book here
1:30pm - Halloween Dance ( lyrical fusion ) - 2,5 hour workshop on 11th October 2026 at Saint Peter's Church Hall, Earley - Book here
2pm - Autumn student Showcase - 2 hour event on 22nd November 2026 at Alan Cornish Theatre in Woodley. Get tickets here
check for evening sessions here
Belly-Line-Dance session 1st June at 7pm
£11.50
Belly-Line-Dance session ( saver pass option )
Session type: Repetitive, combo to an upbeat song for a fun cardio workout.
When: Monday, 1st June at 7pm
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Hawkedon Way home studio in Lower Earley, RG6 3..
Additional info:
These sessions are beginner-friendly
Spaces limited to 5 participants
Full address gets provided after booking has been made
Additional info:
These sessions are beginner-friendly, this one is designed to get you back into dancing mode after the festive season break.
Belly-Line-Dance - Bastille Day themed - 20th April at 1pm
£11.50
Belly-Line-Dance session
Session type: Repetitive, combo to an upbeat song for a fun cardio workout.
When: 20th April 2026
Option 1: 1pm
Option 2 7pm
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Home studio in Lower Earley
Additional info: Beginner friendly
French themed
Performance opportunities:
12th July 2026 - Bastille Day Festival Reading
Session type: Repetitive, combo to an upbeat song for a fun cardio workout.
When: 20th April 2026
Option 1: 1pm
Option 2 7pm
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Home studio in Lower Earley
Additional info: Beginner friendly
French themed
Performance opportunities:
12th July 2026 - Bastille Day Festival Reading
Belly-Line-Dance - Bastille Day themed - 18th April at 10:30am
£12.00
Belly-Line-Dance session
Session type: Repetitive, combo - Bastille Day themed
When: 18th April 2026 at 10:30am
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Maiden Place Community Centre in Lower Earley
Additional info: Beginner friendly
French themed
Performance opportunities:
12th July 2026 - Bastille Day Festival Reading
Beginner Level PAYG
£11.50
Session type: Designed for beginners, learn the basic moves and simple choreography
When: Wednesdays at 2pm
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Home studio, Lower Earley, RG6 3
Additional info:
Not term based, drop in classes.
Complete address to be provided after booking
Cancan version 2027 ( Saturday course ) Jan-Jun
£55.00
Cancan 2027 Saturday Course ( Jan-June )
( 5 spaces available )
Session type: Learn the 2027 version of the cancan
When: Saturdays
Duration: 6x 1 hour
Where: Home studio in Lower Earley
Additional info:
For this course you should have done one prior cancan workshop with us or have more than 2 years of dance or fitness dance, such as zumba experience
Requires good fitness level. To be avoided if suffering from knee or hip injuries.
This type of dance involves a lot of bouncing ( supportive bra recommended )
Participants need to bring their own skirts for swish action.
If you do not have a cancan skirt, any wide long skirt will work just as well.
The course runs on one Saturday every month from January til June 2027
Performance opportunities:
Usually at Bastille Day Festival Reading, but to be confirmed
SMD Autumn showcase 2027
L.E.D. wings choreo Workshop Sunday, 15th Nov 2026 at 1:15pm
£35.00
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 £35
Session type: Learn a group choreo with L.E.D. wings
When: Sunday, 15th November 2026
Duration: 2,5 hours
Where: St Peter's Church, Earley
Additional info:
Intermediate level, requires isis-wings-handling ability
Participants need to bring their own props.
Comes with a performance opportunity at the SMD Autumn Showcase on 22nd November 2026 ( tickets )
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.
workshop to be from 1:15pm-3:45pm ( 2,5 hours )
rehearsal time can be used 15 mins prior and 15 mins after workshop
Belly-Line-Dance - Bastille Day themed - 20th April at 7pm
£11.50
Belly-Line-Dance session
Session type: Repetitive, combo to an upbeat song for a fun cardio workout.
When: 20th April 2026
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Home studio in Lower Earley
Additional info: Beginner friendly
French themed
Performance opportunities:
12th July 2026 - Bastille Day Festival Reading
Santa Baby Solo Choreo Workshop 2026 - 13th December at 1pm
£25.00
X-mas-dance Workshop
Session type: Learn an alluring solo choreography to Santa Baby
When: Sunday, 13th December 2026 at 1pm
Duration: 2,5 hours
Where: Home studio in Lower Earley, RG6 3*
Additional info:
Intermediate level.
Dressing up festive for the video recording is encouraged, but not mandatory
Full address to be shared once booked.
This session is for fun only and does not come with a performance opportunity, but you can, of course, perform it anywhere you wish.
Earley bird Ticket for Autumn Student Showcase 22nd Nov 2026 @ 2pm
£15.50
£12.00
Autumn Student Showcase 22nd Nov 2026 @ 2pm
A Showcase for Sandy Maya's Dance students and our local dance community who are looking for a chance to showcase their talent.
Sunday, 22nd November 2026
Alan Cornish Theatre in Woodley
Headley Rd, Woodley, RG5 4JZ ( Parking at the Oakwood Centre ) and cross over the park to the venue by foot. It's a 3 minute walk.
Tickets are required for all dancers and spectators
This is a 2 hour event and starts at 2pm and ends at 4pm
Doors open at 1:30pm
Please keep your belongings with you at all times.
Sandy Maya's Dance cannot be held liable for any lost or damaged items.
This ticket gives you access to the show only, it does not include any food or beverages.
The venue has an in-house cafe, where you can get refreshments before and after the event as well as during the break.
Please note that no food is allowed in the theatre itself.
For performance slots, please contact Sandy.
Halloween Dance Workshop 11th Oct 2026 at 1:30pm
£35.00
Halloween Workshop Puppet on a string theme
Session type: Learn a Halloween group dance choreo
When: 11th October 2026 at 1:30pm
Duration: 2,5 hours
Where: St. Peter's Church Hall
Additional info:
Intermediate/Advanced level,
Dressing up for the video recording is encouraged, but not mandatory
Performance opportunities:
Spooktacular on 25th October, organised by Sammi
SMD Autumn Showcase on 22nd November 2026 ( tickets )
Wednesday Drills PAYG 6pm
£11.50
This pay as you go option is only available for drill classes at Lower Earley Home Studio - Please specify the date you are booking in for, it will be automatically assumed that the nearest date session is meant. - Check availability here first
Bellydance Drop in Classes ( saver pass option )
Session type: Bellydance drop in classes, learn moves, technique and combos, have fun whilst staying fit!
When:
Tuesdays at 11am
Wednesdays at 6pm
Thursdays at 11am
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Home studio in Lower Earley,
RG6 3**
Additional info:
Open level, beginner friendly
Pre-registration and minimum sign up required for classes to run.
If the minimum sign up is not met 24 hours prior to the class, then class will be canceled.
Failing to attend a registered session will not be refunded, however if a class you signed up for is canceled, a full refund will be given, or the credit can be used for a future date.
Attend 6 drill classes within 2 months and get your 7th drill class for free.
These are weekly classes held in Sandy's home studio in Lower Earley, where we focus on technique, musicality and going back to basics to refine our moves. These classes are suitable for beginners.
Please note:
This class requires signing up at least 24 hours before, as minimum registration needs to be reached for the class to run.
Once registered and the minimum sign up has been reached, the class will not be refunded.
In the event of cancelation by Sandy Maya's Dance, you'll get notified 1 day prior to the event and a full refund will be issued or the credit can be used for another class where minimum sign up is reached.
Saver pass May - Covers 5 Drop in sessions in May 2026
£30.00
Saver-pass for 5 sessions at Home studio
valid only for the month of May 2026
This pass allows for 5 sessions within May, valid for the following offerings at my home studio:
Drills - Weekly on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Belly-Line-Dances - Ad hoc ( not weekly ) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
Rehearsal sessions - Ad hoc ( not weekly ) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
Masterclasses - Ad hoc on Mondays
Open Level Choreo class - Weekly on Thursdays
Intermediate Level Choreo class - Weekly on Thursdays
Beginner classes - Weekly on Wednesdays
Back to Basics classes Ad hoc ( not weekly ) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
Please note that:
Belly-line-dance, rehearsal and Bellydance Bliss sessions happen ad hoc on different dates and times.
Please check for available and pre-register your sessions at least 24 hours in advance to secure your space, as these sessions are offered in a small space and we need to avoid overbooking to ensure everyone's comfort in class.
This pass is valid for 5 sessions within the month of purchase for classes offered within that month. This pass cannot be used for classes in upcoming months.
No refund or transfer option available
Please read:
When making an online payment for any of Sandy Maya's Dance offering, you are automatically agreeing to the waiver disclaimer terms and conditions, so please be sure to read before you pay.
When opting to use one of your SMD Saverpass sessions for any offerings, you need to register at least 48 hours beforehand.
By opting in to use your Saverpass, you are registered for the selected session and the session will be deducted from your pass, whether or not you are able to attend on that date.
If you are a saver pass holder, you have previously agreed to the disclaimer/waiver terms and conditions.
The SMD Saver pass only includes home studio drop in classes and does not cover the following offerings:
Workshops
Show tickets
Private sessions
Any Santa Maria Bellydance Academy classes
Advanced Level Chroeo Term ( Fatamorgana ) on Wednesdays
Private events
Anything not listed on this website