Take bellydance lessons from the comfort of your own home with online instruction (private or small group classes).
Accompany and coach you for your stage performances or competitions. Customized choreography.
Perfecting technique and the fundamentals of this discipline from different angles: shimmies, fluidity, coordination...etc.
Cherine is an oriental dance artist and choreographer specializing in the classical style of this Art, the Raqs Sharqi , for over 25 years.
She is renowned for her elegance, her refined style, subtle and delicate movements, precise technique and deep understanding of the nuances of music and dance. Cherine's creations are modern, poetic, and always faithful to Arab-Oriental traditions and its roots.Oriental dance is an artistic expression in which melody and rhythm are made visible through body movements.Melding grace, beauty, femininity and elegance, ranging from simplicity to complexity, Oriental Dance exudes an emotion that connects the dancer's soul to the audience's enthusiasm.Every Oriental dancer is unique in his or her own way, and with me you'll be able to develop your own style, working on the different techniques and learning how to use them to create a beautiful visual on stage.You'll be able to work on elegant choreography, develop or embellish your own choreography, and refine your ease with Arabo-Oriental musicality, whatever your level may be.
Chérine was born in Algeria, and immersed in Arabic culture and language from an early age.
She trained and perfected the Art of oriental dance in France and Egypt, with various acclaimed local and international teachers.
She lived in Cairo for many years and has an extensive experience in the Cairo scene. She moved to Cairo at the insistance of Raqia Hassan, who strongly encouraged her to come and work and dance in Egypt.
Once in Cairo, Cherine managed her career on her own, landing a contract at the prestigious 5-star luxury hotel Mena House, where she danced daily with her own orchestra ,during many years.
She has also worked with Raqia Hassan, taking part on several occasions in her educational DVDs on Oriental dance, and was one of the stars of the famous « Ahlan wa Sahlan » international Oriental dance festival.
Cherine is currently based in France. She continues to participate in numerous international dance festivals, where she enjoys exploring the refined art of Oriental dance with her students, whatever their level, during her themed workshops.
She also offers online courses and adapts her lessons to the needs and requests of her students, from beginners to advanced levels. She loves to create personalized choreographies for her students.
Courses are given in English or French.
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