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Workshops
Skirt swishing Workshop 2026
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
Drum Solo Choreo Workshop ( NEW Added date )
Drum Solo dance Workshop
Session type: Choreo workshop, check out video, the workshop is based on
When: Saturday, 19th September 2026
Duration: 2 hours
Where: Maiden Place Community Centre, Lower Earley
Additional info:
Intermediate/Advanced level,
This drum solo workshop will not cover the entire song. The choreo was previously taught to another group and we will cover the exact same part, as it will act as an intro piece for another choreography including other dancers.
Performance opportunities:
Halloween Dance Workshop 11th Oct 2026 at 1:30pm
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 )
L.E.D. wings choreo Workshop Sunday, 15th Nov 2026 at 1:15pm
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
Intro to Fanveils handling 22 November at 12:15pm
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
Santa Baby Solo Choreo Workshop 2026 - 8th December at 6:15pm
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 )
Belly-Line-Dance Sessions
Choreo terms
10 week choreo course - Lunchtime - Level 5
Advanced Bellydance Choreo Course
Session type: Learn a choreography
10 week course starts 30th September 2026, last class 2nd December 2026
Level: 5
When: Wednesdays 12noon-1pm
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Maiden Place Community Centre, Lower Earley
Additional info:
A choreo course to learn a choreography within 10 weeks
Performance opportunities to be confirmed
Class term: 10 weeks, no half term break
Show Tickets
Ticket for Autumn Student Showcase 22nd Nov 2026 @ 2pm
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.
Early Elves tickets Festive Season Hafla until 13th Nov. 2026
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
Digital flowers - 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.
Preloved items for sale ( pick up only )
Practice Shamadan - used - adding battery-powered candles
adding battery powered candles *does not include batteries* ( do not fit snug, require additional fill to work )
I used playdo to squish them into the candle holders
Was described on ebay as:
Belly Dance New Candle Holder ,Candelabra Shemadan 5 Candles Handmade In Egypt
paid $65 for it
Skirt ( size M ) double layer: green satin with fine laced black overlayer
used skirt, base green, lace layer in black, snug waistline
Metallic green skirt ( size M )
Beautiful comfortable skirt, danced in it a lot, but it's on the short side for me so it's time to let go.
fishtail with two side slits
Skirt ( size M ) yellow with ruffled pink sidesplit - stretchy material
very comfy, room for big hips. tight fit on top and mermaid tailed out with side slit. big ruffles
Blue harem pants ( size S )
Beautiful harem pants, but too small for me. Lent them to another dancer once, too tight for me to dance in.
All items
