Fusion World Dance

Fusion World Dance Fusion is a World Dance performance group from Portales, New Mexico directed by Yolanda Chavez-Billiot (Clovis Community College Yoga & Dance Instructor).

Yolanda teaches Hatha Yoga/Mediation & World Dance classes at her studio Radiant Life Yoga! Fusion is a world dance performance group from Portales, New Mexico directed by Yolanda (CCC Yoga & Dance Instructor) this dynamic group includes student dancers and community members who are dedicated to cultural awareness in Southeast New Mexico! The colorful performances will showcase world dances that a

re modern and primitive some urban and tribal! Enjoy the blend of music and dance from ancient Egypt to the glitz of India’s Hollywood glam that is Bollywood! Fusion is a sweet blend of modern world dances that sometimes include live hand drumming and fire dancing to fit any special occasion. We specialize in Belly Dance: Oriental Cabaret & Tribal, Bollywood, & Spanish dances. Yolanda was born and raised in Portales, NM. From a young age she was captivated with movement and dance. In 1999 she took her first belly dance class. The passion and curiosity grew greater until she became a member of the Nataraja’s. She took her first professional workshop in Santa Fe. Pomegranate Studios hosted Carolena Nericcio. In 2004, she began teaching beginning belly dance classes at Eastern New Mexico University. From 2008-2014, she was the advisor/director of Fusion Funk Collective which was the biggest student organization on campus. The organization included belly dancers, fire dancers, artists, and drummers. Yolanda collaborated with the ladies in Roswell, NM and performed in her first professional production of Leyla Najma’s “Cleopatra”. Yolanda currently teaches yoga and belly dance classes and is the director of Fusion World Dance. Fusion World Dance performs in many local events from the annual Ethnic Fair to the first Clovis Comic Con. Fascinated with the dances of the Rom Trail; she attended the Middle Eastern Music and Dance Camp with a scholarship in 2008 and 2009. Yoli explores East Indian and Rajasthani Folk Dance, Tribal and Cabaret Belly dance, and Spanish Folk. Her most wonderful memories have been at Amaya’s Oriental Potpourri and performing in Farfesha’s East Meets West. She hosted the late Bollywood Superstar Queen Harish in 2008 and 2009. Her friendship was very dear; Queen Harish was beyond a mentor to her. In 2014, Fusion World Dance hosted Rajasthani Gypsy Caravan with Suva Devi and Katrina Ji at Eastern New Mexico University. Yolanda is currently enrolled in the Rajasthani Folk Dance Program Certification honored by UNESCO ( lead by Katrinaji of L.A.) and enjoys classes offered at Sirena Studio (ABQ). She is truly honored to be on the Board of Directors for the New Mexico Belly Dance Association.

06/04/2026

The line up for Saturday’s drag show has dropped and it is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Be there at 6:30 to be sure you have a seat! Also, bring money to tip these incredible performers. 🫶🏼

PORTALES, NM🌸🌼🌺Fusion Shimmy – Beginning BellydanceShimmy, Strengthen, and Shine this SUMMERTuesdays starting May 26, 5-...
06/02/2026

PORTALES, NM
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Fusion Shimmy – Beginning Bellydance
Shimmy, Strengthen, and Shine this SUMMER
Tuesdays starting May 26, 5-6pm
307E 1st St, Portales, NM

Register at https://www.yoginiyoliwellnesstudio.com/

Join Yoli for Fusion Shimmy, a fun and beginner-friendly belly dance class. This class introduces the vibrant art of Middle Eastern dance while focusing on essential belly dance foundations.

You’ll build strong muscle isolations, improve posture and form, and develop confidence and strength in a supportive, welcoming environment. Each class is thoughtfully finished with yoga-inspired cool-down stretches to help your body recover and stay balanced.
Fusion Shimmy is the perfect starting point for dancers preparing to move into Fusion Choreography Level Two. Whether you’re brand new to dance or returning to refine your skills, this class meets you exactly where you are.

No experience required

Join us and become a global leader in dance today!
Fee: $15 per session
Class size limited!

Class pass and subscriptions available!

💲💲💲SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY💲💲💲🥁💃🎻Belly Dance to Live Music - A Workshop IntensiveSaturday, June 20, noon-2pmPeace Love Sp...
06/02/2026

💲💲💲SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY💲💲💲
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Belly Dance to Live Music - A Workshop Intensive
Saturday, June 20, noon-2pm
Peace Love Space, 10410 Comanche Rd NE, Albuquerque
NMBD is providing two scholarships for this workshop intensive, June 20 from 12 to 2 pm.

Join Michelle and an amazing band of musicians as we explore tips, techniques, and creative approaches to dancing to live music.
She'll work with percussion, woodwind, and string instruments, building your confidence and comfort in dancing with an ensemble.
Top the experience off with a performance that night at Maharajah Indian Cuisine! (Spaces limited and will be offered to first registrants).

Scholarship includes access to the one workshop.
Additional expenses, including travel, food, or accommodations, are NOT included in the scholarship.
The recipient will accept responsibility for all other expenses associated with the event.
There is no financial compensation or cash value for the scholarship if the recipient cannot, for whatever reason, attend the workshops.

Applicants must submit a complete application. You do not have to be a member of New Mexico Belly Dance to apply, but preference will be given to awarding one of the scholarships to member applicants. Applicants must be New Mexico residents.
Deadline for application is Friday, June 5. Scholarship will be awarded June 8.

Upon notification, applicants must confirm acceptance of the scholarship, or NMBD will move on to the next awardee.

https://www.nmbellydance.com/scholarships
https://www.facebook.com/share/1FQSnm9d43/

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05/26/2026

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🌍Happy World Belly Dance Day!!🌍 AND It's Shimmy Mob Weekend!!What a more fitting way to commemorate this day than by par...
05/26/2026

🌍Happy World Belly Dance Day!!🌍 AND It's Shimmy Mob Weekend!!
What a more fitting way to commemorate this day than by participating in Shimmy Mob in support of Casa Kids.
Fusion World Dance extends gratitude to our generous sponsors, New Mexico Belly Dance , The Well , and Alicia Renee McHenry of State Farm.

All donations collected will be sent to Casa Kids, whose mission is to provide quality volunteer advocacy in court for children who are abused and neglected. If you are unable to attend the performance or prefer a cashless donation option, please feel free to utilize the provided QR codes. Every contribution counts in protecting and supporting our children.

AGAIN 😊

Special Thanks to New Mexico Belly Dance , Alicia Renee McHenry of State Farm, & Lindsey Lindsay Keller / The Well 🙏👏✨🙏👏✨🙏👏✨

05/25/2026

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307E 1st Street
Portales, NM
88130

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Tuesday 5pm - 7pm
Thursday 4pm - 7pm
Friday 3:45pm - 5:30pm

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