ABOUT VALERIE
Valerie is a passionate performer and teacher of belly dance, a timeless art of self expression and a celebration of femininity. She is based in the New York/New Jersey area and is specializes in fun, lively, interactive performances. She has been studying belly dance for the last 10 years with various teachers including Serena, Jenna and Aszmara. She began teaching belly dance classes in 2006 in Montclair, NJ and New York City and currently teaches in Montclair, NJ (visit the CLASSES page for more info). She has performed in productions with Venus Uprising (see a video from the Tarot Fantasy Belly Dance performance), Scott Wilson, as well as other ensembles.
Available for: birthday parties, anniversaries, bridal showers, corporate & non–profit events, children's parties, sweet 15/16s, teaching engagements and private & group classes for individuals, children & women's groups.
Valerie also works at a website design, development and hosting company, plays clarinet with various chamber ensembles and holds a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. Read article by Valerie from the June 2010 issue of New York Resident: "Tranquility in Midtown Manhattan".
See a clip from a recent class:
Accolades from Valerie's Classes & Performances
"I was blown away by her beauty, grace and power. Valerie has a groundedness, precision and awareness of her movements that make an impact. She dances with her heart."
"The best belly dance class I've ever taken!"
"She could melt the ice off a frozen windshield."
"Beautiful...elegant..."
BELLY DANCE PERFORMANCES
Art of Belly Dance Show, Sparta Taverna
Date: Saturday June 9th, 2012
Time: 8pm
Location: Sparta Taverna Restaurant
206 Main St
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
(201) 296-0095
Reservations recommended.
This is a monthly, and sometimes bi-weekly, show. Please call for future dates/info.