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Going Pro
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Professional Development for Bellydance Performers taking their first steps or looking to elevate, evolve and further their success. Find out more >>
Bellydance Business School
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Our enthusiastic friendly students with Rachel (top row) and our sparkling team of RBSB teachers: Julie, Rachel and Ellen, here with our alumni Sandy, who cant wait to help you shimmy and shine!
Mondays Windsor & Online
Emeralds of the Orient Open Level Online Mondays 8pm
Delicious Drills, Technical Thrills & Va Va Voom Latin Bellydance combinations!
Level - Open Level – Improvers, Intermediates and Advanced. You have completed a beginner course with us or another teacher, or have 3-6 months minimum experience.
Course dates - Mondays – 14 Sep to 7 Dec 2020 inclusively (12-week course) excluding 26 Oct for half-term break.
Time - 8.00pm to 9.00pm
Venue – online in the comfort of your own home.
Price - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Full term - £91 for 12-weeks early bird offer. Half term - £45.50 for 6-week block early bird offer. £7.50 for trial lesson. To secure your place please pay fees on or before the first class of term. Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable, regardless of student’s circumstances e.g. holiday, pregnancy or illness, and weather conditions. By registering you participate at your own risk taking full responsibility for your health and safety. By registering you consent for all photos and videos taken of you in activities relating to the Rachel Bennett School of Bellydance to be used in all publicity purposes.
We recommend you wear clothes that are comfortable to exercise in; you don't have to show your tummy. You might also like to wear a scarf around your hips to help you enjoy the dance moves.
Bonus gift - all students will receive our dance toolkit to support your practice and bellydance development.
Access - Plenty of free on-site parking; close to town centre, bus stops and Windsor and Eton Central train station. Please contact Rachel for entry access code & parking instructions.
Price - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: £95 for 12-weeks early bird offer. £8 for trial lesson. 6-week sign ups available upon request.
Bonus gift - all students will receive our dance toolkit to support your practice and bellydance development.
What to wear and Terms & Conditions by enrolling for this class you confirm that you have read and understood the information on what to wear and accept the terms and conditions of participating.
Jewels of the Orient - Intermediate & Advanced Maidenhead Tuesdays 8pm
Your theme is TBC by Julie and we know you'll love it! Julie will definitely keep your Bellydance Rock choreography ticking over to perform at SD Snowflake Spectacular.
Level - Intermediates and Advanced – You have completed a beginner and improver course with us or another teacher; you have at least 2 years’ solid bellydance experience or have undertaken intensive study
Course dates - Course dates - Tuesdays – 15 Sep to 08 Dec 2020 inclusively (12-week course) excluding 27 Oct for half-term break.
Bonus gift - all students will receive our dance toolkit to support your practice and bellydance development.
What to wear and Terms & Conditions by enrolling for this class you confirm that you have read and understood the information on what to wear and accept the terms and conditions of participating.
Crystals of the Orient Beginners & Improvers Maidenhead Tuesdays 7pm
5 students are required for this class to run. Last day for enrolment: Sun 27 September 2020. Should numbers be too low to operate, we will cancel with full refunds and relaunch in the future.
Slow & Slinky Bellydance Technique
Level - Beginners and Improvers - you are new to bellydance or have at least 6-12 weeks experience
Course dates - Tuesdays 29 Sep to 20 Oct 2020 inclusively (4-week course) excluding 27 Oct for half-term break.
Time - 7.00pm to 8.00pm
Venue - The Yoga Hub at Maidenhead Community Centre, York House, 42 York Road, Maidenhead SL6 1SH
Parking - Parking in the Town Hall car park just across the road, the entrance is on Park Street Maidenhead SL6 1RF. Free to advantage card holders or £1.50 for the entire evening if you live outside the borough. Limited free on street parking on York Road, St Ives Road and further along Bridge Avenue.
Price - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: £33 for 4 weeks. No drop in or trial options available; advanced enrolment only, please.
Bonus gift - all students will receive our dance toolkit to support your practice and bellydance development.
What to wear and Terms & Conditions by enrolling for this class you confirm that you have read and understood the information on what to wear and accept the terms and conditions of participating.
Sapphires of the Orient Improvers & Intermediates Maidenhead Tuesdays 8.15pm
Cheeky Cabaret Cane and Veilicious Veil
Level - Improvers & Intermediates - you are have at least 3 months experience & beyond
Course dates - Tuesdays 15 Sep to 08 Dec 2020 inclusively (12-week course) excluding 27 Oct for half-term break.
Time - 8.15pm to 9.15pm
Venue - The Yoga Hub at Maidenhead Community Centre, York House, 42 York Road, Maidenhead SL6 1SH
Parking - Parking in the Town Hall car park just across the road, the entrance is on Park Street Maidenhead SL6 1RF. Free to advantage card holders or £1.50 for the entire evening if you live outside the borough. Limited free on street parking on York Road, St Ives Road and further along Bridge Avenue.
Price - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: £99 for 12 weeks. £8 for trial lesson. 6-week sign-ups available upon request.
Bonus gift - all students will receive our dance toolkit to support your practice and bellydance development.
What to wear and Terms & Conditions by enrolling for this class you confirm that you have read and understood the information on what to wear and accept the terms and conditions of participating.
Angels of the Orient - Advanced Woodley Wednesdays 7.30pm
Enrolment by invitation only. Please contact Rachel to express your interest.
More Magical Melayya Leff & a NEW melayya choreography to the Arabic pop cover of Dolly Partons 9-5
Level - Advanced you have at least 3 years solid bellydance experience or have undertaken intensive study
Course dates - Wednesdays 16 Sep to 09 Dec 2020 inclusively (12-week course) excluding 28 Oct for half-term break
Time - 7.30pm to 8.25pm
Venue Vibez Dance Studio Mirrored Studio 4, First Floor, 81-87 Crockhamwell Road, Woodley, Reading, RG5 3JP.
Access - Parking free after 6pm - Lytham Road (East) Car Park - that is the nearest car park adjacent to the studio entrance - Lytham Road, Woodley, Reading RG5 3JH. There are other free car parks within walking distance in the Woodley precinct and nearby bus stops.
Price - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: £99 for 12 weeks. £8 for trial lesson. 6-week sign-ups available upon request. Teacher - Rachel
Please bring your own melayya leff.
Bonus gift - all students will receive our dance toolkit to support your practice and bellydance development.
What to wear and Terms & Conditions by enrolling for this class you confirm that you have read and understood the information on what to wear and accept the terms and conditions of participating.
Genies of the Orient Woodley - Wednesdays 8.35pm - intermediate and advanced
Enrolment by invitation only. Please contact Rachel to express your interest.
Classical Egyptian Dance Choreography to Bahlam Beek I am dreaming of you and tantalising technique
Level - Intermediates and Advanced You have completed a beginner and improver course with us or another teacher; you have at least 2 years solid bellydance experience or have undertaken intensive study
Course dates - Wednesdays 16 Sep to 09 Dec 2020 inclusively (12-week course) excluding 28 Oct for half-term break
Time - 8.35pm to 9.30pm
Venue Vibez Dance Studio Mirrored Studio 4, First Floor, 81-87 Crockhamwell Road, Woodley, Reading, RG5 3JP.
Access - Parking free after 6pm - Lytham Road (East) Car Park - that is the nearest car park adjacent to the studio entrance - Lytham Road, Woodley, Reading RG5 3JH. There are other free car parks within walking distance in the Woodley precinct and nearby bus stops.
Price - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: £99 for 12 weeks. £8 for trial lesson. 6-week sign-ups available upon request. Teacher - Rachel
Bonus gift - everyone enrolled will receive our student dance toolkit to support your practice and bellydance development. FREE online Bellytastic workout with Rachel for all our Summer Term Students Fridays 7.30pm to 8.00pm.
What to wear and Terms & Conditions by enrolling for this class you confirm that you have read and understood the information on what to wear and accept the terms and conditions of participating.
Pearls of the Orient open level online Wednesdays 8.00pm
Ebb & Flow Sensuous Bellydancing with optional veil
Level Open Level for improvers, intermediates and advanced
Course dates - Wednesdays 16 Sep to 21 Oct 2020 inclusively (6-week course) excluding 28 Oct for half-term break.
Time - 8.00pm to 9.00pm
Venue - Online bellydance in the comfort of your own home.
Price - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: £45.50 for 6 weeks. £7.50 for trial lesson. To secure your place please pay fees on or before the first class of term. Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable, regardless of students circumstances e.g. holiday, pregnancy or illness, and weather conditions. By registering you participate at your own risk taking full responsibility for your health and safety. By registering you consent for all photos and videos taken of you in activities relating to the Rachel Bennett School of Bellydance to be used in all publicity purposes.
Teacher Gail meet her in our exclusive interview here.
We recommend you wear clothes that are comfortable to exercise in; you don't have to show your tummy. You might also like to wear a scarf around your hips to help you enjoy the dance moves.
Bonus gift - all students will receive a bellydance toolkit to support your practice and bellydance development.
Jasmines of the Orient open level online Thursdays 8.30pm
Delicious Drills, Technical Thrills & Goddess Games
All classes are recorded and shared if you can't boogie with us on the day
Level – open level: improvers, intermediates and advanced
Course dates - Thursdays – 17 Sep to 22 Oct 2020 inclusively (6-week course) excluding 29 Oct for half-term break.
Time - 8.30pm to 9.30pm
Venue - Online – bellydance in the comfort of your own home.
Price - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: £45.50 for 6 weeks. £7.50 for trial lesson. To secure your place please pay fees on or before the first class of term. Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable, regardless of student’s circumstances e.g. holiday, pregnancy or illness, and weather conditions. By registering you participate at your own risk taking full responsibility for your health and safety. By registering you consent for all photos and videos taken of you in activities relating to the Rachel Bennett School of Bellydance to be used in all publicity purposes.
Teacher – Rachel
We recommend you wear clothes that are comfortable to exercise in; you don't have to show your tummy. You might also like to wear a scarf around your hips to help you enjoy the dance moves.
Bonus gift - all students will receive a bellydance toolkit to support your practice and bellydance development.
Trial lesson (valid for all online or live group bellydance classes only; cannot be used for private lessons, professional development or workshops)
By registering you participate at your own risk taking full responsibility for your health and safety. By registering you confirm you are safe, healthy and fit to dance. By registering you consent for all photos and videos taken of you in activities relating to the Rachel Bennett School of Bellydance to be used in all publicity purposes. By registering you will automatically be subscribed to our monthly newsletter, from which you may unsubscribe or manage your preferences anytime.
Private Lessons and Workshops now online save £10 on every lesson or bundle purchased
Do you want exclusive bellydancing lessons streamed directly to you online or 1:1 live in a mirrored cosy dance studio?
Do you want to achieve remarkable bellydance results in record time?
Looking for solutions to your bellydance challenges?
Do you want bespoke bellydance lessons, courses and learning opportunities following a careful needs-analysis?
Are you an individual or small group looking for specialist attention from an experienced teacher and professional performer who wants to skyrocket you to the next level and beyond?
Would you like to choose the content of every bellydance class, so you learn precisely what interests and motivates you every time and at your own pace?
Private tuition for complete beginners to advanced students is offered by Rachel covering a broad range of Egyptian bellydance styles, music and technique. From dancing with props and writing your own dances to learning choreography and perfecting your poise, Rachel will be delighted to support you with one-to-one coaching or group workshops. Students come away from each lesson with their own essential toolkit to support their on-going independent study. This is your irresistible learning opportunity and we can't wait to create an enticing learning programme to celebrate your individual requirements.
Proptastic! Rachel will be delighted to boost your bellydancing skills with melayya leff, stick/cane, veil and double veil, isis wings, fan veils and finger cymbals
Stage Make-up and Performance Costuming
Cultivating your individual stage presence and building confidence
Bellydance Teacher Training, Rachel Bennett Bellydance Business School and "Going Pro"; Professional Development for Bellydance Performers & Teachers
Rachel welcomes you for tuition at select weekday and weekend dates.
1 and a half hours tuition - £60.00 or £50.00 online
2 hours tuition - £80.00 or £70.00 online. This package may be split into two lessons of one hour each, if required.
6 hours tuition - £225.00 or £215.00 online - This may be split into increments of 1, 1 and a half or 2 hours tuition segments, as required, and must be enjoyed within 8 months of purchase.
10 hours tuition - £350.00 or £340.00 online. The 10 hours may be split into increments of 1 to 2 hours tuition segments, as required, and must be enjoyed within 12 months of purchase.
Packages must be purchased in full, in advance of your tuition slot and used by the relevant deadline, as detailed above. Classes cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice are non-refundable and non-transferrable, regardless of student circumstances e.g. holiday, pregnancy or illness, and weather conditions. Please kindly note packages may not be paid in partial payments. Additional students may be added to tuition packages with prices upon request. By registering you participate at your own risk taking full responsibility for your health and safety. By registering you confirm you are safe, healthy and fit to dance. By registering you consent for all photos and videos taken of you in activities relating to the Rachel Bennett School of Bellydance to be used in all publicity purposes. By registering you will automatically be subscribed to our monthly newsletter, from which you may unsubscribe or manage your preferences anytime.
To book your private lesson/ workshop and discuss your bespoke learning plan and other topics of interest, please email:
Bellydance Teacher Training, Rachel Bennett Bellydance Business School and "Going Pro"; Professional Development for Bellydance Performers & Teachers
Bellydance Teachers
Do you want to be a fabulous bellydance teacher whose lessons are utterly irresistible?
Interested in top teaching techniques to inspire your students so they become your loyal raving fans?
Setting up your own bellydance school? Want to learn how? Not sure where to start?
Need appealing strategies that really work to strengthen your dance school business?
Rachel develops bellydancers to prepare them for teaching and establishing their own dance school. Click here for inspiring testimonials.
To discuss your professional development plan in detail, please email:
Professional Bellydance Performers
Ready to take on your first professional performance engagement?
Want the secrets for success when performing at restaurants, weddings and parties?
Would you like to position yourself as a priority choice in bellydance entertainment?
Rachel develops bellydancers to prepare them for every aspect of professional performance work. Click here for inspiring testimonials.
To discuss your professional development plan in detail, please email:
How Rachel Can Help You
Rachel is a fully qualified teacher with over 15 years' experience instructing adults, teens and children. She has taught and performed extensively in the UK and abroad as a professional bellydancer since 2008, undertaking TV work, restaurant residencies, corporate events, parties, weddings and theatre shows.
Rachel will be delighted to support you with one-to-one training sessions as part of a professional teaching, bellydance business school or professional performer development programme. She will:
Mentor you with her A-Z guide on how to set up and run your bellydance school.
Teach you how to effectively plan & deliver dynamic bellydance lessons in her teacher training course.
Guide and prepare you to attain and enjoy pro-performance engagements where it's your turn to sparkle and shine.
Rachel welcomes you for teacher training, bellydance business school and professional performer development on select dates.
Sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice are non-refundable regardless of student circumstances.
