🧿 Our Belly Dance Classes 🧿
Since 1997, our academy has been a vibrant hub for Egyptian-style and folklore-inspired Middle Eastern dance, founded by the internationally acclaimed Samay. Today, we proudly continue her legacy—offering a wide variety of classes for dancers of all ages and levels. Our curriculum celebrates the diverse traditions of Arabic dances, providing an authentic and inspiring experience. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dancer, you'll dive deep into the rich history, music, and movement of this captivating art form.
Mid East Performing Arts Academy (MEPAA) is now partnering with Spotlight Dance Academy to bring our classes to a beautiful new home! This move marks a powerful new chapter for our community. Our new space features a brand-new dance floor, plenty of easy parking, and a streamlined enrollment system to make joining us smoother than ever. It’s not just a relocation—it’s a reinvention, and we couldn’t be more excited!
We now offer 75-minute classes, in monthly sessions. Whether you’re dipping your toes in with a single class or ready to dance your heart out all month long, we’ve got packages that fit your groove (and your budget)! Here are our package prices:
💃 Drop-in Diva – Just want to pop in? It’s $30/drop in class!
🎶 Shimmy Queen – One course a month: $100.00
🌹 Oriental Muse – Two courses a month: $190.00
🌟 Raqs Royalty – Three courses a month: $270.00
🩰 The Showgirl - Four courses a month: $360.00
Do you want to dance even more?! Email us and let’s create a package just for you. 🥰
Click the class link below and sign up via our Square site today (multiple-course discounts are automatically applied at checkout), or send us a message if you prefer to Zelle (and skip those pesky credit card fees!). The more you dance, the more you save! So go ahead, treat yourself to a little extra sparkle on the dance floor. 💖
📍 Studio Location: 11735 SW 147 Avenue, #10, Miami, FL, 33196
Current Courses
TUESDAYS
Winter Choreo with kelly
Step into the magic of the season with an unforgettable belly dance fusion choreography set to an epic orchestral holiday score. Powerful, elegant, and filled with winter wonder, this piece is perfect for dancers ready to embrace the beauty and spirit of the holidays. This choreography will feature our breathtaking Ascend winter costume, creating a stunning visual inspired by snow, ice, and the enchantment of the season.
This number will debut at the MEPAA Holiday Hafla, on December 12th. Whether you’re returning to the stage or joining us for the first time, come be part of a performance that celebrates the wonder of winter through movement, music, and artistry.
Days: Tuesdays, Beginning September 8th.
Time: 8:00 - 9:15 pm
Room: C
WEDNESDAYS
Holiday Hafla Choreo with Amara
💃✨ Ready to shine this holiday season? ✨💃
Calling all advanced dancers! Join Amara Sayid for a brand-new Egyptian-style choreography, created just for MEPAA's Holiday Hafla! This class puts a festive spin on classical belly dance: think elegant arms, sharp hips, and all the sparkle of the season, set to gorgeous holiday-inspired music. 🪘
This is your chance to learn a polished, performance-ready piece and debut it LIVE on stage on December 12th! Whether you're chasing that next level of technique or just want to dance your heart out with your dance family, this class is for you. Spots are limited, so grab yours and let's make this Hafla unforgettable! 🎄
Days: Wednesdays, Beginning September 9th.
Time: 7:30 - 8:45 pm
Room: C
WEDNESDAYS
Azhar at Mystic Night
Mystic Night is one of our favorite shows! This event allows us to branch outside of belly dance and explore different themes, music, and dance genres. Wanna see what we’re up to? Don’t miss the show!
This class is reserved for Amara’s professional troupe, Azhar Dance Ensemble. Rehearsals will run from July til showtime.
Days: Wednesdays, Beginning September 9th.
July Times: 8:45 - 10:00 pm
Room: C
SATURDAYS
Unveil the Woman with Jihan Jamal
Reveal your movement. Reclaim your confidence.
Unveil the woman with Jihan Jamal is an inspiring blend of Contemporary Dance, wellness, Belly Dance, and creative expression, designed to awaken your confidence, creativity, and vitality while having FUN. No matter your experience level, this welcoming class offers adult women a supportive space to explore graceful movement, musicality, strength, and self-expression while learning, laughing, and connecting with like-minded women.
✨ Belonging & community
🎨 Artistry & creativity
💪 Vitality & wellness
👑 Confidence & empowerment
Come as you are. Move as you were meant to. Discover what unfolds when you give yourself permission to dance. Be a Queen. Move Like a Goddess. Dance Like a Diva. 👑✨
Days: Saturdays, Beginning September 5th.
Time: 10:45 - 12:00 pm
Room: A
SATURDAYS
Uyghur Dance Saturdays
Silk Road Fall Dance Journey with Jihan Jamal
Journey through the beauty and elegance of Uyghur dance from the Xinjiang region, where Central Asian, Turkish, Persian, and other cultural influences intertwine in a rich, expressive art form.
Students will explore full-body movement, musicality, intricate footwork, turns and whirling techniques, plus barre and contemporary conditioning, while fine-tuning choreography from previous semesters.
Come experience the beauty, discipline, and cultural richness of the Silk Road through movement.
💃 Walk-ins Welcome!
Days: Saturdays, TBD
Time: TBD
Room: A
SATURDAYS
Mystic Night and Shimmy Intensive
Get ready to shimmy your way into the spotlight! This class is designed to prepare performers for the upcoming Mystic Night Show on October 17, featuring Maya's signature shimmy intensive. You'll dive deep into the art of the shimmy, exploring different variations, layering techniques, and the fine control that makes this movement so mesmerizing to watch.
This class will refine the choreography and drill stage-ready technique needed for show night. We'll build stamina, precision, and stage presence together as a company, blending technical training with a fun, supportive atmosphere.
Come ready to move, sweat, and discover new depths in your dance, all while preparing for an unforgettable performance at Mystic Night!
Days: Saturdays, Beginning September 5th.
Time: 12:15 - 1:30 pm
Room: A
