Explore every episode of the podcast Brilliant Bellydancer with April Rose

Links mentioned in this episode:

Stephanie Chiang’s Gift of the Nile Show

Stephanie’s performance using Dance Cohesion combos with finger cymbals

Raqs Reawakening Show (Austin, Texas) JULY 29

Bellydance and Frame Drum Performance Series (online prep with a final show in Houston, Texas) AUG 5-SEP 12

Dance Cohesion Stage 1 Weekend Intensive for Bellydance and Frame Drum (Austin, Texas) OCTOBER 3-4 

⭐️ The next three people who enroll in my Boss Bellydancer coaching program will get admission to the Dance Cohesion Stage 1 Intensive for FREE (a $500 value!). 

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In this episode I talk with Stephanie Chiang about how the “productive struggle” involved in bellydance yields a feeling of confidence and satisfaction that is difficult to replicate elsewhere.

We discuss 

How being a parent informs our purpose in dance

How we avoid the trap of comparison

How we are healing ourselves through dance

How being a dance teacher is a personal and spiritual challenge

How we navigate the online space 

How dance is the most efficient way to spend your time to get maximum benefit

How creativity is the key to happiness

How the Dance Cohesion format enriches us as dancers and percussionists

Stephanie also describes adapting Dance Cohesion combos for her solo performance and announces her ambitious theater show “Gift of the Nile.”

I also announce a brand new limited-quantity offer: ⭐️ The next three people to enroll in my Boss Bellydancer online teacher training and performance development program get admission to the Dance Cohesion Stage 1 Intensive included (a $500 value!). *The intensive happens October 3-4, 2026 in Austin, Texas + streamed online.

Fusion bellydancer, Lamia Barbara, recently released an interview she did with me in 2021 on her Dancing Goddess podcast. It’s an interesting conversation where she asked me…

- How did dance enter your life?

- How does the goddess appear in your dance?

- What advice would you give to new fusion bellydancers?

- What is your creative process when you make a new dance?

- How would you define fusion bellydance?

- Give it a listen for some inspiration, a new perspective, and some practical creative tips!

Lamia Barbara’s website: https://www.lamiabarbara.com/

PS: you still have time to enroll in my LIVE online workshop happening this weekend, July 12! If you can’t make the workshop time you can still enroll and get one year access to the recording! I’m teaching a fusion veil choreography. No prior bellydance or veil experience required! Seasoned dancers are sure to learn some new veil tricks AND a choreography you can perform anywhere!

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Veil Workshop (LIVE online & in-person, recording included) JULY 12
https://aprilrose.samcart.com/products/veil-choreography-workshop-in-person

Raqs Reawakening Show (in-person) JULY 29

Bellydance and Frame Drum Performance Series (online prep with a final show in Houston, Texas) AUGUST 5-SEPTEMBER 12

Dance Cohesion Stage 1 Weekend Intensive for Bellydance and Frame Drum (in-person) OCTOBER 3-4 *only a few spots remaining*

In this short podcast episode that feels like a catch-up with an old friend I talk about…

- Being the deliberate creator of my life experience

- Turning my beginner-friendly bellydance series into a magical belief ritual ✨

- Being inspired by my students becoming their own powerful solo dancers

- What I learned about myself as an artist by reading a popular book that I absolutely hated 😡

- Enjoying participating in my local bellydance scene again

- Releasing the desire to be cool and embracing my true identity as a bellydance weirdo 🤓

I also mention some upcoming ways you can dance with me!

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Veil Workshop (LIVE online & in-person, recording included) JULY 12

Raqs Reawakening Show (in-person) JULY 29

Bellydance and Frame Drum Performance Series (online prep with a final show in Houston, Texas) AUGUST 5-SEPTEMBER 12

Dance Cohesion Stage 1 Weekend Intensive for Bellydance and Frame Drum (in-person) OCTOBER 3-4 *only a few spots remaining*

Fusion Bellydance Performance Intensive (in-person in Rome) APRIL 2027

My teacher training and performance development coaching program, Boss Bellydancer (online) ENROLLMENT OPEN

My self-study program for bellydance and frame drum, Brilliant Bellydancer (online) ENROLLMENT OPEN

Frame Drum for Bellydance Workshop Bundle (online) ON-DEMAND

Free Masterclass: 5 Secrets to Being a Confident Versatile Bellydancer (online) ON-DEMAND

Free Masterclass for professional bellydancers: Boss Up or Burn Out! (online) ON-DEMAND

Nerdly,
April Rose 🌹

PS: 
If you are thinking about reading Yesteryear 🤮, here are two of my favorite feminist fiction books to read INSTEAD that will be so much more worth your time: Circe by Madeline Miller and Lilith by Nikki Marmery.

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Resources + Links:

🔥 ​Watch my FREE tell-all masterclass​ for current and aspiring professional bellydancers where I share exactly how I built my profitable, enjoyable, impactful bellydance business on part-time hours without sacrificing my personal life or financial goals.

https://bossbellydancer.com/freemasterclass/

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👀 Get instant access to my free masterclassto learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

https://brilliantbellydancer.com/masterclass/

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🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

https://brilliantbellydancer.com/framedrumforbellydancewithaprilrose/

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💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

https://brilliantbellydancer.com/

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⭐️ Join us inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

https://bossbellydancer.com/

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🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

https://brilliantbellydancer.com/shop/

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🌹 Dance with me in-person at Rose Movement Studio in Austin Texas!

http://rosemovementstudio.com

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💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!

https://aprilrose.dance/subscribe

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🌹 - April Rose

https://aprilrose.dance/

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I have a lot to share with you in my newest tearful and revealing podcast episode.

During this 23 minute chat I talk about:

The ability of the creative process to show you how powerful you are

Refusing to use dance as a site for self harm

Navigating chapters of life where you don’t recognize yourself

Finding the hope and self-belief to build a new life

Searching for balance between being a parent and an artist

Reflections on the dark goddess

How I feel about the debut performance of my Ursula-inspired bellydance

What I'm excited to create with you in my new dance studio

🫣 I almost didn’t release this episode but something inside me said there are other dancers out there who need to hear it.

By the way!

There are still a few spots left in my drum solo choreography workshop this Sunday!

12 months access to the workshop recordings are included with enrollment!

And all workshop participants are welcome to perform this choreography anywhere they like (this high energy impressive dance is SUPER useful if you are a gigging performer!)

ENROLL HERE: https://aprilrose.samcart.com/products/drum-solo-workshop

And if you don't live near Austin but you still want to learn and perform the drum solo: you can learn it inside my self-study online program Brilliant Bellydancer, my teacher training online coaching program Boss Bellydancer, and on Datura Online as well!

Sending you so much love,

April Rose

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Resources + Links:

🔥 ​Watch my FREE tell-all masterclass​ for current and aspiring professional bellydancers where I share exactly how I built my profitable, enjoyable, impactful bellydance business on part-time hours without sacrificing my personal life or financial goals.

https://bossbellydancer.com/freemasterclass/

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👀 Get instant access to my free masterclassto learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

https://brilliantbellydancer.com/masterclass/

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🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

https://brilliantbellydancer.com/framedrumforbellydancewithaprilrose/

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💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

https://brilliantbellydancer.com/

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⭐️ Join us inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

https://bossbellydancer.com/

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🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

https://brilliantbellydancer.com/shop/

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🌹 Dance with me in-person at Rose Movement Studio in Austin Texas!

http://rosemovementstudio.com

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💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!

https://aprilrose.dance/subscribe

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🌹 - April Rose

https://aprilrose.dance/

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In this podcast episode I announce my new free live masterclass happening soon! I tell you who the class is for and what I’ll be teaching so you can decide if it’s something you want to give your time to. (If you are a professional bellydancer then you’ll want to come so make sure to register TODAY!)

🔥 I am teaching a new FREE live masterclass soon! 

Bellydancers: Boss Up or Burn Out!

How to build your profitable, enjoyable, impactful bellydance business on part-time hours without sacrificing your personal life or financial goals.

Join me for this FREE masterclass and live Q&A happening soon!

(Limited-time replay will be available.)

➡️ Register for the FREE LIVE masterclass!

Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/bossbellydancer

And if you have any questions you want me to answer in the upcoming masterclass, don’t hesitate to email me or ​DM me on IG​ !

Warmly,

April Rose 🌹

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my free masterclassto learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

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🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

_______________________

💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

_______________________

⭐️ Join us inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

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🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

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💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!

🌹 -April Rose

In this podcast I announce my new group coaching program, Boss Bellydancer, and explain everything about it (and how to join for the best price ever)!

⭐️ I will be opening my new mastermind for professional bellydancers soon!

Inside my new Boss Bellydancer program you get all the education, support, feedback, templates, and community you need to become a certified Dance Cohesion trained teacher and create your thriving bellydance business without burning out!

➡️ Get on the waitlist for Boss Bellydancer for access to VIP bonuses when we open the doors! 

🔥 I am teaching a new FREE live masterclass soon!

Bellydancers: Boss Up or Burn Out!

How to build your profitable, enjoyable, impactful bellydance business on part-time hours without sacrificing your personal life or financial goals.

Join me for this FREE masterclass and live Q&A happening soon!

(Limited-time replay will be available.)

➡️ Register for the FREE LIVE masterclass!

And if you have any questions you want me to answer in the upcoming masterclass, don’t hesitate to email me or ​DM me on IG​ !

Warmly,

April Rose 🌹

PS

Watch my short & binge-able video series sharing behind the scenes of my creative process as I create my new fusion bellydance act inspired by Ursula. 🐙💋🐚

Pick your favorite platform to watch the video series on:

​Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube

Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/bossbellydancer

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my free masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

_______________________

🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

_______________________

💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

_______________________

⭐️ Join us inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

_______________________

🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

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💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!

🌹 - April Rose

In this podcast and video series I am inviting you to look behind the curtain as I create my new solo fusion bellydance act!

(And I announce some exciting new offers coming soon!)

In my new short & binge-able video series, I'm sharing behind the scenes of my creative process as I create my new fusion bellydance act inspired by Ursula. 🐙💋🐚

I'm inspired by Ursula's villainous nature, her desire for power, her wisdom, and her style!

In the first few videos I share my ideas for the character, makeup, and costume!

Enjoy this peek behind the curtain! 👀

Pick your favorite platform to watch the video series on:

​Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube

⭐️ I will be opening my new mastermind for professional bellydancers soon!

Inside my new Boss Bellydancer program you get all the education, support, feedback, templates, and community you need to become a certified Dance Cohesion trained teacher and create your thriving bellydance business without burning out!

➡️ Get on the waitlist for Boss Bellydancer for access to VIP bonuses when we open the doors! 

🔥 I am teaching a new FREE live masterclass soon!

Bellydancers: Boss Up or Burn Out!

How to build your profitable, enjoyable, impactful bellydance business on part-time hours without sacrificing your personal life or financial security.

Join me for this FREE masterclass and live Q&A happening soon!

(Limited-time replay will be available.)

➡️ Register for the FREE LIVE masterclass!

And if you have any questions you want me to answer in the upcoming masterclass, don’t hesitate to email me or ​DM me on IG​ !

Warmly,

April Rose 🌹

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclassto learn my “5 Secrets to Being a Confident Versatile Bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...”

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🥁 Get Frame Drum for Bellydance

to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

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💎 Join Us Inside Brilliant Bellydancer

The premiere self-study online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance!

Technique. Improvisation. Choreography. Finger cymbals. Frame drum.

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⭐️ Become a Professional Bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer

The most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

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🛍️ Visit the Shop

to check out all our online courses and programs

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💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!

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🌹 - April Rose

When you drum and dance simultaneously you quickly access the flow state. A state of existing in and expanding the present moment. You are spending time in deep connection with your body.

In our increasingly digital and solitary world, we need more ways of deeply connecting with our bodies. Not more ways of numbing out, but more ways of feeling in.

The way you feel is your gift to others. When you are tapped in to a present state of safety and calm, not only does it unlock creativity within you, it radiates outward and helps others as well.

I want everyone to experience this calming creative joyful medicine, so I’m FINALLY making my best workshops on frame drum for bellydance available to everyone who needs it!

I am releasing my Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle so that you can play frame drum while bellydancing, too!

This workshop bundle will teach you how to:

Play bellydance rhythms on frame drum in upright style

Add bellydance to your frame drum playing

Even if you have never bellydanced or played frame drum before, Frame Drum for Bellydance is going to make it so much simpler and faster for you to start drumming while dancing!

➡️ Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle for just $34 now!

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my “5 Secrets to Being a Confident Versatile Bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...”

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🥁 Get Frame Drum for Bellydance

to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

_______________________

💎 Join Us Inside Brilliant Bellydancer

The premiere self-study online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance!

Technique. Improvisation. Choreography. Finger cymbals. Frame drum.

_______________________

⭐️ Become a Professional Bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer

The most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

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🛍️ Visit the Shop

to check out all our online courses and programs

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💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!

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🌹 - April Rose

In this podcast I answer your questions about my new program, Brilliant Bellydancer

The premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance:

Every single thing you need to build the skills and knowledge to be a confident versatile bellydancer: Technical skill. Improvisation. Choreography creation. Finger cymbals. Frame drum. Historical knowledge. Musical intelligence.

I answer your questions:

“What’s included in the Brilliant Bellydancer program?”

“Why is the program 12 months? Is that enough time to finish the curriculum?”

“Who is the program for? Will it work for you?”

“How is Brilliant Bellydancer different from my other programs?”

“What is the price and what are the payment options?”

Read the full article at: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/brilliant-bellydancer-faq

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

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🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

_______________________

💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

_______________________

⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

_______________________

🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

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💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!

🌹 - April Rose

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From touring the globe to running a dance studio and more, there have been so many magical chapters!

Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/mystory

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

_______________________

🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

_______________________

💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

_______________________

⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

_______________________

🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

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💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!

🌹 - April Rose

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In this podcast episode I give some personal and dance life updates (spoiler: I did a tour gig in Guadalajara with my 8 month old baby in tow! Dancer-Mom bucket list item checked off. ✅)

I also tell you everything you need to know about my new self-study online program:

Brilliant Bellydancer

The premiere self-study online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/brilliantbellydancer

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclassto learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

_______________________

🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

_______________________

💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

_______________________

⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

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🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

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💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!

🌹 - April Rose

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Some of these will surprise you!

Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/5-pros-and-cons-of-being-a-professional-bellydancer

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

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🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

_______________________

💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

_______________________

⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

_______________________

🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

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💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!

🌹 - April Rose

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Advice I give every bellydancer about solo improvisation.

Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/4-secrets-of-bellydance-solo-improvisation

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

_______________________

🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

_______________________

💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

_______________________

⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

_______________________

🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

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💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!

🌹 - April Rose

The world of bellydance is changing and so are we. Those who are leaning into their authenticity are leading right now! Here's how...

Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/2022/12/27/-how-to-become-a-bold-bellydancer

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

_______________________

🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

_______________________

💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

_______________________

⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

_______________________

🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

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💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!

🌹 - April Rose

As a professional bellydancer, I was worried what pregnancy, labor, and postpartum would do to my body, identity, and career. Despite some of my fears coming true, the experience of giving birth has actually helped me reach a new level of personal power and self love.‍  ‍

I am sharing the raw and real details of what I experienced and learned throughout the birth process, through a dancer’s lens.

My birth story is not just for birthing people.

This story is for anyone who

needs bravery and inspiration to do something scary

has a body that is requiring rehabilitation

finds themself in a new role and identity

I even share an effective exercise you can do TODAY for building self trust and bravery!

Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/pregnancy-labor-postpartum-as-a-bellydancer

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Resources + Links:

👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclassto learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...

_______________________

🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!

_______________________

💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.

_______________________

⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!

_______________________

🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.

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💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!

🌹 - April Rose

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