Belly Dance Adults
Belly Dance.
at Studio Shakti New Orleans (Dance Studio & Event Venue), New Orleans · 5.0★ (20 Google reviews)
Next class
Tue, Oct 27, 7:30 PM
Tuesdays 7:30 PM
Ask first: Call +1504-352-4757 · Email
Checked against the studio’s timetable 4 days ago
About this class
A belly dance class for adults, on Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, at Studio Shakti New Orleans (Dance Studio & Event Venue), 2372 St Claude Ave Ste 200. The studio lists 10 classes a week: Troupe Class (4), Belly Dance (3), Sacred Flow Session, Sass & Strut, and Somatic Exploration.
From the studio’s timetable“5-week performance intensive”
DanceHow data
Belly Dance classes in New Orleans
Every belly dance class we track in New Orleans, read from studio timetables.
10
belly dance classes a week
5
studios teach it
100%
start at 6:00 PM or later
10%
are beginner level
Belly Dance classes by day
Thursday is the busiest day for belly dance in New Orleans (2 of 5 dated classes). This is the only Tuesday belly dance class we track here. 100% start at 6:00 PM or later. No belly dance class here publishes a drop-in price, so ask when you book.
This week at Studio Shakti New Orleans (Dance Studio & Event Venue)
Can’t do Tuesdays? belly dance also runs here on Thursdays at 7:00 PM.
Showing belly dance only. All 10 classes at Studio Shakti New Orleans (Dance Studio & Event Venue) →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Tue, Oct 27
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
2372 St Claude Ave Ste 200, New Orleans, LA 70117 Dance school
DirectionsBefore you go
Your first belly dance class
Is belly dance beginner-friendly?
Absolutely. Belly dance is one of the most welcoming styles for absolute beginners. You don't need rhythm, flexibility, or prior dance experience to start. Beginner classes move slowly through fundamentals, and most dancers improve noticeably within 4–6 weeks. The style emphasises isolations (moving one part of your body at a time), which beginners often find easier than big travelling steps.
Do I need any prior dance experience to learn belly dance?
No. Belly dance is equally accessible whether you're a complete beginner or you've danced before. If you're returning to dance after years away, a beginner-level adult class will help you rebuild confidence and technique at the right pace. Many adult classes are specifically structured for people starting from scratch.
What should I wear to a belly dance class?
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that lets you move freely—leggings, joggers, and a top you can move in. You'll want to see your hip movements, so avoid very baggy clothing if possible. Most belly dance is done barefoot or in soft socks or ballet flats. Many dancers wear a hip scarf with coins or beads, which helps you see and hear your movements.
Questions about this class
Can I just turn up?
It's priced as a term, so you may need to book the whole block. Ask before you go: on studioshaktinola.com or call +1504-352-4757.
How much is it?
$150 (term).
When does it run?
Every Tuesday, 7:30 PM.
Where is it?
Studio Shakti New Orleans (Dance Studio & Event Venue), 2372 St Claude Ave Ste 200, New Orleans, LA 70117.
Answers come from this class’s listing and update when the timetable does.
How we know this
- We read this class from the studio’s own timetable: studioshaktinola.com/classes
- First listed on DanceHow October 21, 2026; last checked 4 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 20 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.