Welcome to Transform Your Shimmies: A Specialty Workshop Offering by Elizabeth on 5/3/2026
Registration: Online registration is available by clicking the images below. Passes available at the door for $60.
Location: Blank Space Studios of Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Course Description: Arguably one of the most famous & fun techniques in Raqs Sharqi, the “shimmy,” is a high energy, powerful, and an amazing way for a dancer to display their technical abilities & musicality…..and there’s countless ways to do it!
Hour 1: 12:00-1:00 pm Dives right in to technique behind ten famous shimmies popularly used in Raqs Sharqi (belly dance) repertoire. We’ll work through exciting drills that help to differentiate and strengthen these shimmies & go over that famous FAQ: “How do I get my shimmy “unstuck?”
Hour 2: 1:00-2:00 pm Elizabeth will reveal some of her favorite layering techniques sure to impress your audience. We will also work through some upbeat combos and end the course with a fun, short choreography showcasing all of the shimmies we focused on!
*Please note: Classes are non-refundable, but can be transferred to another dancer by emailing dancebyelizabeth@gmail.com
