Alberta
Shahenda
Edmonton, AB
Canada
(780) 504-2200
Professional dancer & instructor since 1999. My specialities are veil/finger cymbals,
sword, cane & candelabra. I am available for weddings, birthdays, cultural events,
restaurant shows & more! Renowned for classy & elegant Middle Eastern dance primarily
in the Egyptian style.
Leila Ghazaal
NW, Calgary, AB
(403) 283-1683
Performer and instructor in the art and technique of Egyptian style belly dance.
Performance specialties include zills, cane, sword and various other Egyptian dance
styles. Classes and workshops are culturally inspired and fitness-based. Available to
perform and teach in Calgary and beyond.
Nefertiti
Nefertiti Dancers
Lethbridge, Alberta
Canada
(403) 329-8456
Private lessons, group classes Bellygrams, private functions, stagettes, workshops, stage
performances, restaurants
Jamilee Abir
Calgary, Alberta
Canada
1(403) 860-7474
Well-versed in Oriental in the Egyptian Styling,Egyptian Folkloric,Oulid Nail,
Morrocan,Hagallah, Khaleegi,this statuesque dancer has a deep understanding of the
folkoric roots of Oriental, and encompasses the emotions flawlessly in her performance.
Workshops, Classes and Diva parties are a specialty! Her website also has a free listing
section for Middle Eastern Dance events!
Modern Belly Dance
Desert Wind Bellydancer Troupe
715 27th Street North
Lethbridge, Alberta
Canada
(403) 308-5907
Weekly classes, solo instruction, Party classes (birthdays, staguettes), solo or up to 7
performers, tribal, traditional and modern, upbeat entertainment for any occasion. Over 13
years combined experience; example gigs include restaurants, lounges, festivals,
bellygrams, galas, half time shows, fundraisers, weddings, and showers.
British Columbia
Sarita Nashwa
Nashwa Mountain Mirage Dance Troupe
3-2020 Innsbruck Drive
Whistler, BC
Canada
(604) 905-3831
15 Years performer now wants to teach you. For women all ages. Improve
Physical and Spiritual Awareness. Authentic Middle Eastern Belly Dance Classes for
Beginners. All Ages and Shapes Welcome. Bringing the Flavour of Ancient Middle
Eastern Delights. Explore the Secrets of the Mystical Middle East Dance.
Sarita Mileta
Vancouver, BC
Canada
Performer and Instructor & choreographer of Raks Sharqi. Over 30 years experience
within the middle eastern entertainment industry.
Manitoba
Za'ina Dilshad
Winnipeg, MB
Canada
Performer and instructor of Middle Eastern Dance since 1998. My performance style is
predominantly westernized Egyptian cabaret specializing in drum solos, veil & finger
cymbals. Available for festivals, restaurants, special events, corporate events & instruction
at stagette parties. Za'ina is known for her creative & tasteful parody performances at the
Winnipeg Fringe Festival.
Shifra Soria Tobiasch
Winnipeg, MB
Canada
(204) 586-7933
"Shifra Soria Tobiasch,nominated as the best kept secret by Zhagarit magazine 2004 .
belly dance specialist, focusing on Old Ethnic Techniques of Belly Dance and music
comprehension within dance. Known for her unique old styles of dance, formed and create
the BALATA style of belly dance (mixed style )as well as her hands movement. Shifra
Tobiasch has learned old ethnic techniques of belly dance throughout her life in Israel from
her family, people immigrating to Israel, and time spent with other ethnic groups. Shifra's
experience working through the Israeli Police Academy provided her with the knowledge
and experience needed to guide students through learning the art of belly dance. As well,
Shifra has studied ballet and a variety of folkloric dance Shifra is avlable for workshop,
class, private class, events; also coordinator instructor for the shanti troop. I train
students, teachers, instructors on the subject how to teach middle east dance in
traditional ways lessons are private and class .There is new opening for Training students
teachers , instructors, for belly dance- beginner and beginner level one - Begins month
April 2005. also again lessons are privet and class .
Nicola
Ahlan Dance Company
Winnipeg, MB
(204) 957-7520
Nicola has been teaching and performing for 7 years and training for 10. She strive for
excellence in Egyptian and American style belly dance, as well as folkloric styles. Private,
semi-private and group lessons; workshops; performances in a variety of venues-- blessing
ways, bridal showers, birthdays, stage, restaurant shows; choreography. Veil, double veil,
zills, sword, cane. Troupe repetoire is folkoric and cabaret, classical and modern. Nicola
has pursued a depth and breadth to her training and experiences in dance, and has been
praised by many dance dignitaries (including Jalilah Zamora, Hadia, and Cassandra) for
her musicality and authentic interpretation. She is a dynamic, elegant performer and
respected, devoted teacher. Nicola's certificaitons include a Bachelor of Education as well
as undergraduate and graduate level training in history and anthropology (including
osteology and anatomy).
Yonisha
Winnipeg, MB
(204) 257-5527
Yonisha is always ready to share her love and knowledge of Dance! Her resume includes
6 years of intensive training with several teachers and workshop attendance in Canada and
USA. She teaches Zills or Cymbals, Cane Dance, Veil dance, Isis Wings dance, Saidi
and other Folklore Oriental Dances. Her passion for the art of dance, enthusiasm, and her
amazing rhythm skills, brings to your event an unforgetable entertainment performance.
Yonisha is available for public performances at Restaurants, Shows, Socials or Company
Parties, and Private Lessons, as well as for Workshops.
New Brunswick
Shantell Powell
Box 20201
Fredericton, NB, E3B 7A2
(506) 455.7426
Instructor in Middle Eastern dance since 1998. Teach Egyptian-style raqs sharqi, North
American nightclub, fusion styles, balancing, and floorwork. Classes focus on
improvisational dance rather than on choreography.
Newfoundland and Labrador
Tina Lynnette Baird
Secrets of the Far East
18 Haddon's Place
CBS,NL, A1W 4Z2
Canada
CBS/St.John's, Newfoundland
1(709) 683-7680
Middle eastern movement classes for womenof all ages interested in beginning dance.
As a performer, comments have been made as exotic mysterious,beautiful movement.
Available for a variety of venues providing they are suited to our ethical standards.
Nova Scotia
No current listings for this province.
Ontario
Denise Enan
Enan Egyptian Dancers
Ottawa , ON
Place Radisson
10, rue Radisson, app. 817
Hull, Quebec J8Z 1T9
Canada
(819) 776-5033
Master teacher of Egyptian folkloric and Oriental dance. Director of the Enan Egyptian
Dancers folkloric troupe. Available for workshops worldwide.
Jocelyne Khan
Ottawa, ON
Canada
Groups classes and substitute teaching. Solo performances of Oriental dance. Member of
the Enan Egyptian Dancers folkloric troupe.
Halyma
Ottawa, ON
Canada
(613) 241-3397
Teaching belly dancing in downtown Ottawa since 1998, Halyma also offers beginner
lessons on DVD through local stores and online. Showers, birthdays, weddings - see
online for package details!
In her daytime profession, Tracey at TAV Creations makes custom designed garments
including Belly dance costumes.
Adishakti
Veils of Isis
PO Box 11
Kingston, Ontario
Canada
(613) 888-1988
Middle Eastern dance with a strong influence on Egyptian Raqs Sharqi. Providing
entertainment for private functions, theatrical venues and restaurant shows.
Prince Edward Island
No current listings for this province.
Québec
Denise Enan
Enan Egyptian Dancers
Gatineau, QC
Place Radisson
10, rue Radisson, app. 817
Hull, Quebec J8Z 1T9
Canada
(819) 776-5033
Master teacher of Egyptian folkloric and Oriental dance. Director of the Enan Egyptian
Dancers folkloric troupe. Available for workshops worldwide.
Yasmine Baise
Montreal, QC
(514) 696-2037
Professional Dancer since 1993 and a Teacher/Choreographer since 1998. Performance
repetoire includes Raks Sharki from the classics to arabic pop and the impressive
Shamadan Dance. .Invited guest to the Bellydance Superstars Tour in Montreal on March
19, 2004.
Syrianna
145, Bordeaux
Aylmer QC. J9H 2H8
Canada
(819) 684-0480
Classes beginners to advanced for teenagers and adults. Private lessons.
Workshops, weddings and special events. Traditional cabaret.
Ana
Montreal, Quebec
Canada
Beginner's dance classes are available in the West Island area of Montreal. I am also
available for performances.
Saskatchewan
Joan
Dancegypt
135 Mendel Crescent
Saskatoon, Sk S7J5J7
Canada
(306)242-1511
Solo and Troupe Dancing. Cabaret, cane, ghawazee, and candle.
Canadian Territories
Northwest Territories
No Current Listings In This Territory.
Nunavut
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Yukon Territory
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