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Newsletter edition 8
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Digital flowers - Appreciation Donation
Newsletter Archive
Archive of past Newsletters to appear here:
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Edition 7 - Mar 2026 |
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Edition 6 - Dec 2025 |
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Edition 5 - Sep 2025 |
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Edition 4 - Jul 2025 |
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Edition 3 - Mar 2025 |
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Edition 2 - Dec 2024 |
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Edition 1 -Sep 2024 |
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Fatamorgana PAYG in between terms at Maiden Place
£12.00
This option is for the Fatamorgana members only
Classes have now moved to Maiden Place
Drills and rehearsals of previously learned choreos are being covered in these in between term sessions.
Please review the waiver that all participants need to sign.
PAYG option for the remainder of July to polish current dances for autumn show
No classes in August
PAYG on 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd Sep reminder of those two dances in prep for show
PAYG on 9 December Xmas fun class
Open Level Tuesdays PAYG 11am ( available from 8th Sep 2026 )
£12.00
This pay as you go option is only available for Open Level classes
at Maiden Place Community Centre Lower Earley Home Studio
Bellydance Drop in Classes
Session type: Bellydance drop in classes, learn moves, technique and combos, have fun whilst staying fit!
When: Tuesdays at 11am
Duration: 55 minutes
Where: Maiden Place Community Centre in Lower Earley
Additional info:
Open level, beginner friendly
These are weekly classes held at the Maiden Place Community Centre 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.
Pay as you go.
Failing to attend a registered session will not be refunded.
In the event of cancelation by Sandy Maya's Dance, you'll get notified 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.
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 )
Santa Baby Solo Choreo Workshop 2026 - 8th December at 6:15pm
£35.00
X-mas-dance Workshop
Session type: Learn an alluring solo choreography to Santa Baby
When: Tuesday, 8th December 2026 at 6:15pm
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.
Additional info: Comes with a performance opportunity at our Christmas Hafla ( date and time to be confirmed )
Digital flowers - 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.
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:
Autumn Showcase on 22nd November 2026
Woodley Carnival on 12th June 2027 tbc
Bastille Day Festival Reading tbc
Early Elves tickets Festive Season Hafla until 13th Nov. 2026
£12.50
£10.00
Sandy Maya's Festive Season Hafla
Sunday, 13th December 2026 at 1:30pm
St. Peter's Church hall
Doors open 1:15pm
Early Elves tickets available at £10 until 13th November
after that £12.50
( kids up to age 13 are free )
There is a limited number of seats available at this venue, so please register any extra kids accompanying you.
for performance slot requests, please reach out to Sandy via the contact form
The following X-mas themed dances will be peformed and you can still sign up for those
Santa Baby Workshop choreo on 8th December 2026 @6:15pm
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
Maiden Place Rehearsal session PAYG
£12.00
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
MP=Maiden Place in Lower Earley
Satnav Post code:
MP: RG6 3HE
Please check upcoming rehearsal dates at this location here
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
MP=Maiden Place in Lower Earley
Satnav Post code:
MP: RG6 3HE
Please check upcoming rehearsal dates at this location here
Intro to Fanveils handling 22 November at 12:15pm
£6.00
Fanveils introduction for beginners
Fanveils introduction for beginners
Session type: Learn how to handle fanveil props
When: Sunday, 22nd November 2026 at 12:15pm
Duration: 30 Minutes
Where:
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.
Additional info:Aimed at complete beginners
Participants are required to bring their own props to the class
Sandy will explain all the basics with regards to holding and handling your fanveils so you can get started to dance with them confidently
Private session ( only purchase after appointment booking confirmed )
£40.00
Please note that the purchase of this item is non-refundable.
Please contact Sandy Maya first to book in an appointment before making this purchase.
If you are looking for a gift for someone else, please check out the gift voucher option here
Custom session
A 1 hour private session to focus on your requirements.
Work on a choreography
Work on technique
Prop handling ( limited to stick, veil and fanveils only due to studio size )
Learn a customized choreography
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FAQ's:
What is included?
Sandy can customize the session to your level/requirements: A full hour can consist/include any of the following:
Learn the basic moves of bellydance,
including warm up and cool down,
Learning a choreography,
Customizing a choreography for you to your favourite song.
Assisting you to create your own choreography,
finesse your dance technique.
Bellydance drills to develop specific areas
Introduction to props and dancing with props
Missed attending a workshop but would like to learn the routine? You can book private sessions with me.
Where are 1 to 1 classes held?
At Sandy Maya's home studio in Lower Earley, RG6 area
( Full address to be provided only once a session is booked )
541 213 819 48