About Belly Motions
  
As professional artists and instructors, the Belly Motions' staff is committed to its responsibility to educate our students and the community in the art of Belly Dance; to promote overall health and fitness and to facilitate positive experiences through expressive creativity; and to instill a better understanding and respect of the diverse cultural origins of Belly Dancing through quality instruction, accurate information, authentic presentations, and by setting a professional and positive example for others to follow.
Belly Motions, Inc. was founded in January 2005 by Belly Dance Performer and Fitness Instructor Portia and partner Sergio Sanchez, a successful musician, songwriter and current lead singer of the band Atom Smash. These two artists took their passion for dance and music aiming high to establish what has become one of the most successful Middle Eastern Dance Schools in South Florida, having served over 2000 students and hundreds of delighted Special Events clients.
Along with the expansion of the Studio in April 2007, a full service Entertainment Division was added to manage the increasing demands for world-class Belly Dance Performers at Corporate and Private Events around the globe! In addition, the Belly Dance Boutique and Professional Costuming Department were also expanded, now carrying dancewear, authentic and professional costuming and accessories imported from around the world.
Over the years Belly Motions has refined its school structure and Programs to meet the needs of clients while maintaining the authenticity of this art form. Belly Motions provides a comfortable, professional, and non-competitive studio environment for easy learning and overall enjoyment. The "Belly Motions Teaching Method" allows students to learn and grow at their own pace; learning proper dance posture, technique, and cultural understandings while getting a low-impact, cardiovascular and weight-bearing physical workout. Classes are taught from a fitness standpoint and are full of energy and inspiration! Increase muscular flexibility, coordination and strength for your entire body and get ready to sweat!
Belly Motions welcomes individuals of all ages, shapes, sizes and backgrounds, and with our structured step-by-step Programs anyone can learn how to Belly Dance! Experience exceptional dance instruction wrapped in a welcoming, warm studio environment. Get fit and have fun while exercising your mind, body and spirit with Belly Motions! back to top
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Testimonials from Students |
| “I've been taking classes at Belly Motions for about a year, and I've never been more impressed with a studio & its instructors. At Belly Motions, students are treated like a family, and if you'd like to learn about belly dancing - movements, culture, even history of the dance - Belly Motions is the best place in Miami!” |
| Idalia Vargas Counselor |
| “Portia is both an amazing dancer and an excellent teacher. As a school owner myself, I know how rare and valuable that combination of talents can be. Portia is able to breakdown moves in a way that makes them easier to grasp and at the same time she inspires her students to make this dance their own.” |
| Nancy Browne Executive Director / Vice President Acupuncture and Massage College |
| “The instructors at Belly Motions are truly inspirational. I started as a beginner and progressed through the advanced levels, taking classes from almost every instructor at the studio. I encountered challenges along the way, but every class was taught with infinite patience. My instructors were encouraging and helpful. Belly Motions is a positive environment for people of all ages, shapes and sizes to learn and appreciate the art of belly dance.” |
| Michaela Mitzel Research Analyst |
| “Belly Motions is a great place to learn the art of belly dancing. Their "anyone can dance" approach makes the school such a warm, lively and inviting place that I have gained so much more than just learning how to belly dance. I have gained confidence and personal empowerment. The instructors are always so eager to help you learn and continuously motivate you to have fun and to just let yourself dance. It really makes the classes so much fun and energetic that you walk out of class not only feeling energized but feeling great about yourself; I call it my belly dance therapy.” |
| Julie Alfonso Court Reporter |
| “Portia makes you feel at ease - she does not put any pressure on her students, and she explains the moves with such simplicity. Portia has created a beautiful environment at Belly Motions which makes you want to be there and be part of the growing family.” |
| Martha Carulo Technical Assistant back to top |
Testimonials from Professional Dancers |
| "Portia knows how to make her visions come true - and even go beyond them." |
| Tamalyn Dallal Master Teacher/Performer/Author of Middle Eastern Dance and Culture |
| "Belly Motions brings a much needed level of quality and integrity to the South Florida Belly Dance landscape. Portia has managed to revive and encourage the art of camaraderie, discipline and joyfulness to the local community. Belly Motions is a testament to the power of Belly Dance as well as the beauty and diversity of women.” |
| Tiffany "hanan" Madera Master Teacher/Performer/Educator of Middle Eastern Dance |
| "Portia is an amazing dancer, an exceptional instructor, a brilliant choreographer, and a beautiful person - inside & out ... Belly Motions is truly my Home-Away-From-Home ... Portia, as a person, & Belly Motions, as a company, both deserve all the good that this world has to offer!” |
| Cristy Fernandez Professional Belly Dance Performer/Instructor/Choreographer |
| "Portia is a fun spirited belly dancer with a smile that can light up any stage. She is clearly well educated in the art of Middle Eastern Dance, and passes that on to her students. I am honored to consider her as not only a fellow DIVA, but as a trusted friend as well. I believe that Portia will continue to blossom as the years pass, because she not only has the talent, but the heart as well." |
| Renee Mansur Professional Belly Dance Performer/Instructor/Choreographer back to top |
