WELCOME, DANCER-TO-BE!

I'm so excited that you are interested in joining my classes in 2024. It’s an honor to share this expressive, empowering art and watch my students begin to celebrate themselves through movement at any age or ability. 

In my classes, you will learn to bellydance in an encouraging environment, have fun connecting with other students, and learn about the vibrant history of bellydance. I look forward to helping you thrive. Bellydance is YOU…but BETTER!

Besides being a dancer/certified NASM trainer/CES/Behavior specialist, I spend time with my husband, our two adult sons, and our fur babies! I also manage an “invisible” health condition (Ehlers Danlos Syndrome) and appreciate that some students will need extra support/options so I strive to teach in ways that keep the whole class moving safely.

Scroll down for my class schedule. If you have general class questions, visit my FAQs. If you have a concern not addressed on my website, let’s talk!

You deserve dance in your life - let’s make it happen!

xoxo,

 
 
Raena teaches beginner to advanced bellydance lessons at Move Studio

WEEKLY CLASSES

  • Classes are IN-PERSON at Lonestar Ballroom, McKinney TX

  • No “drop-in” students in sessions (material builds weekly)

  • ALL classes include “live” ZOOM option & weekly recordings

TUESDAYS AM

@ West McKinney

LOCATION: Lonestar Ballroom

4150 W Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75070

 

BELLYDANCE ESSENTIALS 930AM

BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE -50 MIN

Looking for a fun morning dance experience? Come shimmy with Raena as she teaches you the essential movements of bellydance.

  • Beginners to intermediate material

  • Low-impact material that improves mobility, balance, posture, and even memory!

  • Abundance of review (plus class recordings for at-home practice time)

  • Modifications are offered to adapt material for all abilities.

  • *IN-PERSON classes (+ Zoom link)

SPRING SESSION March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23 (skip 30th), May 7, 14, & 21st

WEDNESDAYS PM

@West McKinney

LOCATION: Lonestar Ballroom

4150 W Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75070

 

BELLYDANCE ADVENTURES 630PM

BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE -50 MIN

Are you ready to be empowered? Shake off the funk! Join Raena’s weekly classes to transform your mindset while learning to love how your body can move. ALL levels encouraged!

  • Class material moves along at a moderate pace but is low-impact

  • Enjoy an abundance of review (& class recordings for at-home practice time)

  • Modifications are offered to ensure choreography works for all abilities

  • *IN-PERSON classes (+ Zoom link for at-home)

Spring Session: March 27, April 3, 9, 16, 23, (no 5/1) May 8, 15, & 22nd

 
 

ADVANCE YOUR DANCE 730PM

“By Invite ONLY” INTERMEDIATE/TROUPE- 50 MIN

This class is for students who have taken a year + of classes with Raena and have demonstrated an desire to to advance their dance. If you are new to Raena, or have taken a long hiatus, you may be asked to register for a Level 1 session as a refresher/introductory phase.

Openings vary during the year as new choreography is offered @ every 4-6 months with a focus on technique, deepening bellydance skills, and using a variety of props, like veils, wings, zills, etc.

Not sure? Contact Raena to learn more! This class includes performances so unless otherwise discussed there is the added expectation of costuming, props, and outside practice/event rehearsals.

Spring dates: March 27th, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 8, 15, 22nd

SUNDAYS AM

@West McKinney

LOCATION: Lonestar Ballroom

4150 W Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75070

 
 

“Power Hour” Technique Workshops 11AM

TWO Sundays 11AM (Dates below)

$20 per month, total

ALL Levels - IN PERSON 50 MIN

Reveal, or deepen your understanding of, the mechanics hidden inside the movements! Raena will share her extensive experience as a dancer, personal trainer, and corrective exercise specialist to guide you through an assortment of movement drills & short combos to develop personalized body awareness, mobility, and strength.

  • An emPOWERing class format for ALL dancers

  • Beginners gain technique skills that supports their new hobby

  • Experienced dancers have time to explore technique more deeply & refine layers

  • Flexible Sunday format for busier schedules that can’t fit in longer series

  • Try out Raena’s teaching style before attending a future session

Need: Yoga mat for floor work

Missed one? Text Raena for single-class registration option.

Register for each month individually:

 

SEASONAL

West McKinney

LOCATION: Apex Centre

Contact Apex for membership info

APEX CENTRE - Membership

MOBILITY/ FITNESS/ CARDIO BELLYDANCE

As a certified trainer, Raena is also part of Apex’s Group Fitness staff. CLASSES ARE THRU APEX (NOT RAENA).

Currently, she teaches a mobility class every Weds 830am. Periodically, she also teaches HIIT/Strength & bellydance formats.

CLASS “REFUND” POLICY

As a small business, classes rely on a minimum number of participants so refunds are NOT available. Please be sure your schedule works well with the class dates before registering.

After the 1st day of class, there are NO credits but, as a paid participant, you WILL receive the weekly recorded classes to enjoy on your own time.

Thank you for supporting and understanding small businesses!

* On the rare occasion a class is cancelled for low enrollment, you will get a full refund. If illness or severe weather cancels a single class, a group makeup date will be offered.