About Laura SelenziLaura has passionately studied bellydance since 1998, traveling all over the world to gain the knowledge she is excited to share with you today. As a lead dancer in Arabesque, Canada's top Middle Eastern dance company, Laura studied and taught the intricacies of Egyptian bellydance in a creative and ever-evolving environment. Having pursued in-depth studies in the health sciences to better understand the body and how it works, Laura brings you a safe, well-researched and challenging class where you'll have fun while learning an incredible art form.
A dynamic instructor, Laura strives to inspire people of all backgrounds to truly connect with their own bodies by combining her in-depth knowledge of anatomy, technique and learning methods with a sense of humor. Dedicated to a healthy, creative and fun dance practice, she loves to teach and see the transformation in her students. Drop into a class and check it out for yourself! Join the Serpentine Studios newsletter to find out about upcoming workshops and classes. |
Serpentine StudiosOur beautiful studio is in the heart of downtown Halifax on Birmingham St, just off of historic Spring Garden Road. We offer quality instruction in 3 styles of bellydance, as well as hula hoop, flexibility, and fitness classes. We also offer Registered Massage Therapy and infrared sauna sessions in our cozy treatment room.
All class information can now be found here: www.SerpentineStudios.com |
Parties and Bachelorettes
Looking for a fun way to throw a unique party? Choose bellydance and discover your inner goddess! Learn to shimmy, undulate, hip bump and more. We can even create a mini-choreography for you and your girls to take on the town.
Learn sexy and funky moves with a focus on having fun. Hip scarves are provided to borrow, and are also available for purchase. I can come to you (travel fee may apply) or come to our beautiful studio in downtown Halifax! |
1 hr Bellydance lesson: $200
1 hr Bellydance lesson and full performance: $300 (this works best in certain venues, talk to Laura for more info!) Add a Henna Artist: $75 Add a hip scarf for the guest of honor to keep: $35 |
What Laura's students have to say:
I am so glad that you are teaching and that we are dancing with you. There was a time I didn’t think I would dance anymore and I had no idea that it could be this much fun, enjoyable and exciting….. this is how it should be!!"
- Cheryl
"The best therapy I have ever taken part in. Dance makes you feel beautiful. Laughing and having fun is the best therapy. No gym in the world can put this sexy back into your life!"
-Gina
"I very much enjoyed the classes and appreciate your friendly and skilled teaching style! Thank you."
-Stephanie
"Her explanations and technical break downs are thorough and precise (her background in massage therapy helps), while telling us to relax and flow with the movement. Laura has wonderful energy, wit and much enthusiasm. She allows the classes to be fun without feeling strict."
-Alana
"Hi Laura, Thanks again so much for a great time on Saturday!
Everyone had a blast and really enjoyed themselves!"
-Amy
"Thank you so much for the workshop, you sure have a knack
at teaching and...you are a great bellydancer!"
-Gigi
"I really enjoyed your workshop this evening! You are very talented!
Thank you for sharing your knowledge."
-Shara