If you are completely new to bellydance, then this section is for you

4 week SMBA Beginner course coming up!
Session type: Bellydance Beginner course
When: Thursdays  7pm - starts 17th July 2025 - runs for 4 weeks
Duration: 4 x 55 Minute sessions
Where: Kendrick School in Reading, RG1 5BN
Additional info:
​Learn the basic moves and simple dance over the course of 4 weeks.
Mirrored studio
Bookings available here via the Santa Maria Bellydance Academy

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Other beginner friendly classes

Belly-line-dance sessions
Session type: Beginner friendly, easy to follow repeating combo to upbeat songs
When: Ad hoc
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Different locations
Additional info:
click for upcoming dates

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Bellydance Drills session
Session type: Lunchtime class for bellydance drills
When: Wednesdays at 12:05pm
Duration: 50 Minutes
Where: Maiden Place, room upstairs
Additional info:
Beginner-friendly class.
​It's recommended to wear comfortable clothing you can move in and also bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the session
Class  runs from 12:05-12:55
Rehearsal time given from 12pm-12:05 and 12:55-1pm
Last drop in class on 25th June 2025
Payment Options:
PAYG 

Bellydance Drop in Classes
Session type: Bellydance drop in classes, learn moves, technique and combos, have fun whilst staying fit!
When: Tuesdays  11am 
Duration: 55 Minutes
Where: Woodley Hill House in Earley, Eastcourt Avenue, RG6 1HH
Additional info:
​Open level, beginner friendly
Mirrored studio
Please book directly via Pandabear studios
You will be redirected to an external booking page

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