Full Circle Skirt Dance sessions
What are these sessions about?
I have always been fascinated by what nowadays should be referred to Romani style dancing.
Since I started looking into this style, I noticed that there are many different adaptations of dancing with a full circle skirt and depending on the region, the chosen music and variations of style occur. Since I do not want to settle on one particular one but rather pick and choose for myself, I simply refer to it as a full circle skirt dance since that is one thing they all have in common without a doubt.
So in my classes, we will have influences of Balkan, Turkish, Andalusian, Russian and Brazilian style.
The goal in these classes is to have fun, to feel empowered by your femininity and burn a few calories along the way, I know how you all like to wear your fitbit in my classes :)
Requirement: You need to be in good health, as the arms get an incredible workout in these types of dances as they are constantly on the go, either by creating floreos or holding and swishing the skirt, sometimes incorporates a fan as prop too.
The Saver Pass can be used for these sessions at my Home Studio, but is NOT valid for a workshop session at St. peter's Church Hall.
I have always been fascinated by what nowadays should be referred to Romani style dancing.
Since I started looking into this style, I noticed that there are many different adaptations of dancing with a full circle skirt and depending on the region, the chosen music and variations of style occur. Since I do not want to settle on one particular one but rather pick and choose for myself, I simply refer to it as a full circle skirt dance since that is one thing they all have in common without a doubt.
So in my classes, we will have influences of Balkan, Turkish, Andalusian, Russian and Brazilian style.
The goal in these classes is to have fun, to feel empowered by your femininity and burn a few calories along the way, I know how you all like to wear your fitbit in my classes :)
Requirement: You need to be in good health, as the arms get an incredible workout in these types of dances as they are constantly on the go, either by creating floreos or holding and swishing the skirt, sometimes incorporates a fan as prop too.
The Saver Pass can be used for these sessions at my Home Studio, but is NOT valid for a workshop session at St. peter's Church Hall.
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FCSD Drop in Classes
Session type: Full circle skirt drop in classes, learn moves, technique and combos, have fun whilst staying fit! When: Tuesdays @ 12:15pm - beginning 8th September 2026 Thursdays @ 1:30pm - beginning 10th September 2026 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. These are weekly classes held in Sandy's home studio in Lower Earley, where we focus on technique, musicality and learn/refine our moves. These classes are suitable for beginners. Please note: This class requires signing up at least 24 hours before to ensure we do not exceed maximum capacity. Once registered, the class will not be refunded, should you be unable to make the session. In the unlikely event of cancelation by Sandy Maya's Dance, you'll get notified and a full refund will be issued or the credit can be used for another class where minimum sign up is reached. |
Skirt swishing Workshop 2026
£35.00
Skirt swishing Workshop
Romani influenced skirt dance
Session type: Romani influenced skirt dance where the skirt acts as partial prop throughout the dance for expression.
When: 13th September 2026 at 1:15pm
Duration: 2,5 hours
Where: St. Peter's Church Hall
Additional info:
Intermediate/Advanced level,
A wide skirt should be worn to get the most out of this workshop as the skirt also acts as a prop to highlight moves with expressive swishing and wrapping.
A circle skirt/gypsy style skirt would be ideal.
Performance opportunities:
Saver pass June - Covers 5 Drop in sessions in June 2026
£33.00
Saver-pass for 5 sessions at Home studio
valid only for the month of June 2026
This pass allows for 5 sessions within June, 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
Circle Skirt Dance Drop in Classes ( every Tuesday at 12:15pm )
£11.50
FCSD Drop in Classes
Session type: Full circle skirt drop in classes, learn moves, technique and combos, have fun whilst staying fit!
When:
Tuesdays at 12:15pm - beginning 8th September 2026
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.
These are weekly classes held in Sandy's home studio in Lower Earley, where we focus on technique, musicality and learn/refine our moves.
These classes are suitable for beginners.
Please note:
This class requires signing up at least 24 hours before to ensure we do not exceed maximum capacity.
Once registered, the class will not be refunded, should you be unable to make the session.
In the unlikely event of cancelation by Sandy Maya's Dance, you'll get notified and a full refund will be issued or the credit can be used for another class where minimum sign up is reached.
Circle Skirt Dance Drop in Classes ( every Thursday at 1:30pm )
£11.50
FCSD Drop in Classes
Session type: Full circle skirt drop in classes, learn moves, technique and combos, have fun whilst staying fit!
When:
Thursdays @ 1:30pm - beginning 10th September 2026
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.
These are weekly classes held in Sandy's home studio in Lower Earley, where we focus on technique, musicality and learn/refine our moves.
These classes are suitable for beginners.
Please note:
This class requires signing up at least 24 hours before to ensure we do not exceed maximum capacity.
Once registered, the class will not be refunded, should you be unable to make the session.
In the unlikely event of cancelation by Sandy Maya's Dance, you'll get notified and a full refund will be issued or the credit can be used for another class where minimum sign up is reached.
Saver Pass Option available for this offering
Gipsy, Gypsy dance, Danca Cigana, Romani dance, Rumba Catalan