Interested In Our Belly Dancing Classes?
Once you have confirmed our location, schedule, policies, and prices below align with your preferences, enter your details here to join our class waitlist.
Follow these 5 Steps
Step 1
Confirm Our Location
Oriental Phoenix Arts
17440 FM 529 #107B, Houston TX 77095
Located in far West Houston near
Cy-Fair, Copperfield, Cypress, Katy, and Jersey Village.
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Step 2
See Our Class Schedule
(Class Descriptions Below)
Saturday
12pm – Beginner Belly Dance
1pm – Creative Elements (Some experience suggested)
2pm – Master Class (Int-Adv: by invitation only)
Monday
6:30pm – Master Class(Int-Adv: by invitation only)
Tuesday
7:30pm – Creative Elements (Some experience suggested)
Thursday
7:30pm – Beginner Belly Dance
Class Descriptions
(Click on each Class Title for more Info)
No experience? No problem! We’ll take you step-by-step through all the essentials of belly dance. You’ll be dancing, fast!
Saturdays – 12pm
Thursdays – 7:30pm
Note: New content is introduced on Saturdays, repeated on Thursdays.
What you’ll learn in our Beginner curriculum:
Belly Dance Essentials Series
Classic/Modern Belly Dance Choreography
Veil Choreography
Drum Solo Choreography
Foundations of Rhythm Series
Dancing with Finger Cymbals: Step-By-Step
Musicality 101 for Belly Dancers
Optional: Students may join the AAMED Student Level 1 certification after 6 months of regular attendance and get credit for any series taken.
Experience belly dance the way it was meant to be – in the moment!
Saturdays – 1pm
Tuesdays – 7:30pm
Note: New content is introduced on Saturdays and repeated in Tuesday’s class. So, you have up to two opportunities to learn/practice each week’s content.
Grow your dance passion with workshop-style classes that dig deep into Mid-East, North African, Hellenic, and Turkish styles (MENAHT).
Please inquire about Master Class times.
Master class is by invitation only – (Dancers will be invited to join these classes when they have demonstrated their dedication, skill, knowledge, and the desire to go more deeply into the art.)
Student will learn the following topics in our Master Class curriculum:
Historical / Classical (Golden Era) Egyptian Styles
Saidi/ Raqs Assaya
Advanced Drum Solo
Advanced Veil / Flying Props
Turkish Orientale/Romani
Regional Social Dances
Taqsim/Maqam
Baladi Progression
Modern Egyptian
Egyptian Folkloric (regional styles)
Khaleegi / Gulf Styles
Balancing / Floorwork
Our complete program includes optional specialty courses to educate students on topics that don’t fit within our weekly curriculum:
History & Geography of Egyptian Oriental Dance Course
Dress for Success: Complete Belly Dance Costuming Course
The Art & Business of Belly Dance Entertainment Book
Choreography Project Workshop Series
Rhythm Identification for Belly Dancers Course w/ Exam
Step 3
Read Our Policies
Our studio, Oriental Phoenix Arts (OPA) has a strict NO REFUND policy. Before reserving a class or making a purchase, ensure your commitment and understand our policies.
Please keep track of your purchase expiration dates and class hour credits on your MindBody account as all sales are final, and refunds are not available. Contact us for extenuating circumstances.
Ahlam Academy classes are for students ages 12 & up.
Ladies who cover are welcome to attend, however, due to the way our studio is set up, we cannot guarantee someone won’t see you. You are welcome to remain covered during your classes.
No video/photography without explicit permission during class; we may use media for educational/promotional purposes.
Class observations are prohibited.
Class Package/Membership Expirations:
Unused packages/tuition membership class credits DO EXPIRE and do not roll over and will not extend unless due to long-term injury or illness.
Class Cancellation/Make-Up:
Follow our WhatsApp, Facebook, & Instagram for class updates. Missed classes can be made up (in another class at your skill level) before your active package/membership expires.
Tuition Membership Changes:
Recurring memberships can be canceled, upgraded, downgraded, or frozen with a 10-day notice. Freeze for 1-3 months. For any membership changes, contact us promptly
We reserve the right to refuse service or cancel a membership without notice.
For technical issues, reach out to us for assistance.
Step 4
See Our Prices
Class Packages
Buy and use for any of our belly dance classes. Expiration date applies. *Master Class requires prior approval.
1 Class Package – $20
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1-month expiration
5 Class Package – $89
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$17.80 per class
3-month expiration
10 Class Package – $159
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$15.90 per class
6-month expiration
Monthly Tuition Memberships
Best pricing, flexibility, and member-only benefits. No risk. Cancel anytime with 10-day notice!
5 Classes – $69/Month
PURCHASE @ Studio
- About 1 class/week.
- 5 classes to use anytime during the month. No rollovers.
- Recurring Monthly Payment
- Choose 1st or 15th autopay date.
- $13.80 per class
10 Classes – $99/Month
PURCHASE @ Studio
- About 2-3 classes/week.
- 10 classes to use anytime during the month. No rollovers.
- Recurring Monthly Payment
- Choose 1st or 15th autopay date.
- $9.90 per class
15 Classes – $129/Month
PURCHASE @ Studio
- About 3-4 classes/week.
- 15 classes to use anytime during the month. No rollovers.
- Recurring Monthly Payment
- Choose 1st or 15th autopay date.
- $8.60 per session
Step 5
Join Our Waitlist
Once you have confirmed our location, schedule, policies, and prices below align with your preferences, enter your details here to join our class waitlist.