#socialshimmy #week4day2 I'd like to talk about my #bellydance lineage. I wouldn't necessarily say I have a "dance mom" - I have had many #teachers that have #inspired me. So, in chronological order... - Barb was my very first dance teacher, and a woman I am so happy to call friend. She taught me not only the basics, but also how to zill. And, lemme tell ya, I love to zill. Barb is absolutely brilliant. - I started dance classes with Mirah Ammal after I felt comfortable with beginner classes. She's an incredibly talented, brilliant, and caring person, and I'm so glad that she tolerates me being a complete derp in rehearsals. - When #americantribalstylebellydance (now #FCBDSTYLE) hit the Twin Cities, I jumped at the chance to take classes with Tasha-Rose. Under her troupe, #KamalaChaandDanceCompany, I devoured the curriculum and eventually earned my General Skills and Teacher certifications from #fatchancebellydance. Tasha-Rose is no longer dancing, and the troupe, now rebranded under the name #KCDCStudio , is mine. She was absolutely dedicated to showcasing the style in the best possible way while managing her household like a rockstar. - Carolena Nericcio is the creator of the FCBD style. This modern American #fusion dance is a mixture of many dances and styles. Taking my General Skills and Teacher Training courses with her (and Megha Gavin) was a dream come true! - last, but not least, is Klee. Klee is a font of knowledge and an absolute dork like me. We manage to find fun, themed out dance opportunities so we can get really creative... and sometimes inappropriate. 🤣 If you ever need a history resource, she's the one to speak with. She is always learning and growing. These aren't all the teachers I've had, but they have made the biggest impact on me - and continue to do so. #bellydancejoy #dance #music #teacher #friendship https://www.instagram.com/p/CFcSCqwlCb8/?igshid=17qdls2mnmg49
