Magic Lamp Dance Studio

09/01/2026

I’m heeere! Where are my friends? I’m ready to dance.

08/11/2026

So, our Monday and Wednesday Basics Classes are staying full and I have ladies still wanting to get in. I am trying to come up with a schedule to allow for more Basics classes. What would work best -

A second Wednesday class from 7:15-8:15 pm.

A noon class during the week.

A 4:30-5:30 class on Tuesday or Wednesday.

A Saturday workshop-style class for 2-3 hours (with breaks, of course.)

Please vote or add additional ideas below.

08/09/2026

**Think You Can’t Belly Dance? Let’s Bust a Few Myths.**

Over the years, I’ve heard a LOT of reasons why women think belly dance isn’t for them.

“I’m too old.”
“I’m too young.”
“I’m too big.”
“I’m too skinny.”
“I have no rhythm.”
“I’m awkward.”
“I’m not flexible.”
“I’ve never danced before.”
“I’d probably look ridiculous.”
“I need to lose weight first.”

Here’s the truth:

**None of those things disqualify you from belly dance.**

You don’t need a certain body type.
You don’t need dance experience.
You don’t need to be flexible.
You don’t need a flat stomach.
And you definitely don’t need to wait until you feel more confident.

In fact, that last one is backwards.

**You don’t get confident and THEN start belly dancing. Sometimes you start belly dancing and discover the confidence along the way.**

Belly dance is about learning what YOUR body can do.

It’s about moving, laughing, learning something new, getting stronger and maybe surprising yourself a little.

Will you feel awkward sometimes?

Yep. We all do.

Will your brain occasionally say, “Wait...my hips are supposed to do WHAT?”

Absolutely.

But then one day, a movement that felt completely impossible suddenly clicks.

And THAT is a pretty great feeling.

So if you’ve been curious about belly dance but have been telling yourself you’re too old, too out of shape, too uncoordinated, too shy, too whatever...

Consider that myth officially busted.

Come dance with us at Magic Lamp Dance Studio.

You’re allowed to start exactly where you are.

08/05/2026

Here is the registration form for the next session (new students) - we only have 8 spots in each class available.

Please click the link to complete this form.

08/01/2026

The next Basics classes will start August 24 and August 26. The sign up link will be available next week.

07/29/2026

Nonya from San Angelo will host an event Saturday September 26. Classes in the morning and an evening show to start at 6pm. It will be at Springhill Suites in San Angelo. If you are interested in attending and/or performing, please let me know ASAP.

I will post more details as I get them. This would be a great, no-pressure place to get some performance experience.

07/29/2026

I love this...

Flashback to a graphic I created two years ago!

As I prepare to close this page at the end of the year, I want to give back to the belly dance community as much as I can.

Please feel free to download, share, or even crop this graphic if it helps you promote belly dance or simply celebrate your love for this beautiful art form. There is no need to tag or credit me—just enjoy it and use it however you'd like.

07/19/2026

We had a great time at the Professional Women’s Relaxation Conference! My speech went well and our belly dance session was full!

07/15/2026

If you’ve been thinking about joining The Feel-Good Body Project, this is your little nudge 💛

If you’re tired of feeling like taking care of yourself always has to start with:
• a strict plan
• more willpower
• “being better” on Monday
• or trying to do everything perfectly…
this program was created for you.

The Feel-Good Body Project is an 8-week wellness program for women 40+ who want to feel better in their body with more energy, less stress, and a realistic routine they can actually stick with.

This isn’t about being perfect.

It’s about learning how to support your body in a way that feels kinder, more doable, and more sustainable.

Inside, you’ll get:
✨ weekly live support
✨ movement classes
✨ practical tools for stress, nourishment, and self-care
✨ a private community
✨ accountability and encouragement along the way

Our first live Zoom session begins July 20, and if you’ve been wanting a more supportive way to take care of yourself, I’d love to have you join us.

If you want the details or the link, send me a message or comment FEEL GOOD below 💛

07/08/2026

Someone messaged me for the studio address. The message "magically" disappeared when I opened it so I'm not sure who it was. But our address is 711 Hickory Street.