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Rosa Noreen - Belly Dance Classes and Performance
4.8 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Ballet school in Portland, Maine
Plan your first class
- Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Phone +1 207-409-9540
- Website & schedule rosanoreen.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“I was looking for a safe, fun environment to learn bellydancing after having a couple of kids and wanting to embrace my body once again.”
What families & students say
“Rosa is a fantastic teacher that is patient, encouraging, enthusiastic and passionate, and most importantly respects the art of dance and the culture behind the dance.”
“She is a talented artist, stunning performer, and wonderful to work with!”
“All of the communication prior to the event was extremely detailed and helpful, and the intensive was wonderful with no road bumps or issues.”
“Ballet has helped my balance and posture and Belly dance has improved my coordination and confidence.”
From the reviews
I attended a week-long intensive hosted by Rosa, and had an absolutely amazing experience at her beautiful studio! All of the communication prior to the event was extremely detailed and helpful, and the intensive was wonderful with no road bumps or issues.
Rosa is a fantastic teacher that is patient, encouraging, enthusiastic and passionate, and most importantly respects the art of dance and the culture behind the dance.
A lot of people have misconceptions about what belly dance is and is not. I have attended several of Rosa's shows and recitals and have been very impressed with the quality of the teaching, the care of the students, and the encouraging nature of all the students and teachers associated with Bright Star Dance.
Rosa is a clear, patient and engaging instructor. Having hosted her multiple times for bellydance workshops and attended several more, I'm continually impressed by her dedication to inserting cultural context (made richer by her regular visits to Egypt) as well as her ability to make every student feel supported by…
Adult ballet at Rosa Noreen - Belly Dance Classes and Performance
Rosa Noreen - Belly Dance Classes and Performance runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at Rosa Noreen - Belly Dance Classes and Performance
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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