Welcome to
Belly Motions!
About Belly Motions®, Inc.
Founded in 2005 by international belly dance star and fitness professional Portia Lange, Belly Motions® is a vibrant dance-fitness company based in Miami, Florida that has empowered thousands of women around the world through the art of belly dance.
What began as a single studio has evolved into one of the most successful and recognized belly dance brands in the U.S.—offering classes, performances, theatrical productions, and even founding MIAMI RAKS FEST, a celebrated Middle Eastern dance festival.
At the heart of Belly Motions is Portia’s signature teaching method—a joyful fusion of authentic Middle Eastern dance and modern fitness principles. Designed for every BODY, this low-impact format delivers results while honoring the beauty of movement, music, and self-expression. 💃
Whether you’re a curious newbie or a seasoned shimmy queen, Belly Motions meets you where you are. From in-person studio sessions to livestreams and on-demand tutorials, Belly Motions brings world-class instruction to your living room—or wherever you feel like dancing!
Portia also offers an Instructor Training Program online for those ready to share the gift of belly dance for fun, fitness, and community.
With over two decades of experience, Portia is warm, welcoming, and wildly passionate about helping women feel strong, seen, and radiant through dance. Expect great vibes, infectious energy, and maybe a few leg warmers along the way. 😉
✨ It’s never too late to learn. Let’s get those bellies in motion! ✨
📩 Questions? Contact: info@bellymotions.com | 📱 Call or Text: 305.663.1553
🌐 www.bellymotions.com
Belly Motions has collaborated with local, national and international organizations, as well as local universities and colleges, on a variety of social, cultural and community events and outreach programs such as:
American Cancer Society / Relay for Life – Coral Gables High School, Homestead, Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, and others 2005 to 2018
AMI Kids – WINGS South Florida 2012 to 2014
Baptist Health South Florida Foundation 2010
Baptist Hospital – South Kendall Relay for Life 2011 to 2017
Barry University – Festival of Nations 2010 to 2018
Best Buddies International – Best Buddies Facebook 2008
Bollywood America – Judge for National Finals Competition 2013
Boys and Girls Club of America 2010
Charlee Home for Children 2010
Coral Gables Woman’s Club 2009
Cuban National Council – CNC Facebook – Annual Health, Safety and Wellness Fair 2006 to 2011
Educate Tomorrow 2009
Fairchild Tropical Gardens 2008
Florida International University, Wertheim Performing Arts Center – Annual Performances 2008 – 2017
Girl Scouts of America – St. Phillips Girl Scout Troop 276 – Cultural Education Seminar and dance training 2011
Greater Miami Wellness Center, “Beautiful Shimmies” Project 2006 to 2010 – This volunteered service, music and dance therapy program teaches the Belly Motions Belly Dance Fitness Programs to cancer recovery patients to promote fitness and overall well being.
Hear the Runway Foundation (HTR on Facebook!) with UM Health Systems 2013
Humane Society of Miami – Mega Pet Adoption! 2012 to 2013
Miami-Dade College 25th Annual International Book Fair 2008
Miami-Dade College InterAmerican Campus International Students Day 2012
Miami-Dade County Public Schools Partner – Promoting fitness and cultural education since 2005
Miami-Dade Cultural Affairs – Cultural Resource 2011
Miami-Dade Parks & Recreation 2006
Metro Dade Fire Fighters 2010
Middle Eastern American Professionals Association since 2005
Nova Southeastern University – Pakistani Students Association 2010
One Hope United – formerly Kid’s Hope United 2009 to 2011
Our Lady of Lebanon – Annual Festival 2009 to 2013
Saint Jude’s – Annual Festival 2006
State of Florida, Department of Health 2009
Smile and Wave America in conjunction with the Make-a-Wish Foundation 2010
South Miami Hospital Foundation 2008
Sunil’s Home Orphanage annual Fundraising Gala – Donor and Entertainment Sponsor 2009 to 2011
Susan G. Komen Foundation 2006
Temple Beth David After school classes for girls and special events 2012
United Chinese Association of Florida; Annual Dragon Boat Festival 2006 to 2009
United Teachers of Dade; Annual Multicultural Celebration 2013 to 2016
University of Miami International Students Week with UM COISO since 2006! Miller School of Medicine “Knots of Hope”, UM Physical Therapy, UM Law “Hope”, Indian Students Association “Miami Mayhem”, UM Counseling Center, UM Quantum Entertainment 2005 to 2015
University of Miami’s Whitely Women’s Leadership Symposium 2013, 2014, 2016, 2022
Viernes Culturales with Pati Vargas Entertainment
Zoo Miami – Annual Feast with the Beast 2007 to 2018