Embodied Healing Through Belly dance
Sun, 22nd Feb 2026 03:00 pm - 04:00 pm
BIGBANG studio, 1/177 Beavers Rd, Northcote VIC 3070
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You’re invited into an hour of Belly Dancing & Rhythmic Healing space rooted in SWANA cultural movement traditions, guided by listening to the music, moving together, and reconnecting with the body as a source of wisdom. Rather than choreography or teacher-led performance, this space centres personal experience, collective rhythm, and nervous-system regulation. Movement is responsive, intuitive, and adaptable. It meets you exactly where you are on the day. Belly dance here is offered as a tool for trauma release, emotional expression, and embodied self-trust, not something to perfect or perform. Twice a month, a community dance space This is not a class. This is not a performance. This is a shared, embodied practice. What is this space about? Feeling the music rather than memorising steps, moving with others rather than being watched, releasing stored tension and emotion through gentle, and rhythmic movement. *No prior dance experience is needed. *No flexibility, fitness, or “dance body” required. What to expect? Intuitive, guided movement inspired by belly dance traditions Music-led exploration, letting rhythm lead the body Trauma-aware facilitation with choice, consent, and adjustment Emotional and physical release in a non-judgmental space A small, supportive community moving together You are always welcome to rest, modify, observe, or move in your own way. Session flow Arrival & grounding, settling into the body and setting intention. Emotional release including anger, grief, overwhelming or sadness. Guided embodied movement, exploring belly dance fundamentals through feeling, not form. Collective dance, shared rhythm, connection, and playful exploration. Integration & cool-down, gentle grounding and nervous-system regulation. Who this is for? This space is open to all genders, bodies, ages, abilities, sexualities, and identities. This is a safer, inclusive space, guided with care and respect for lived experience. What to bring? 🔹 Yoga mat (Please don't forget to bring your mat) 🔹 Water bottle 🔹 Hip scarf (optional) 🔹 Dance-friendly clothing Honesty-based contribution (Pay what you feel) To reduce financial pressure and keep this space accessible, this event runs on an honesty-based model. Please choose the amount that feels right for you: $10: Covers basic costs (10% donated to Safe Steps) $15: Supports sustainability $20+: A generous contribution that helps this community grow If you’re on a concession, unemployed, or financially stretched, pay what you can or nothing at all. No explanation. No judgement. 💜 Dancing for a Cause 10% of total sales will go toward supporting people experiencing family violence (Safe Steps )
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About the Host
Rowa (She/Her) Trauma-Informed Belly Dance and Yoga Teacher. Born and raised in the heart of the Middle East, surrounded by musical rhythms and the joy of dance, Rowa is a Melbourne-based dance and wellness movement teacher and a professional performance artist. With over 6 years of dedicated study and practice, Rowa has honed her craft in yoga and dance, specializing in trauma-informed techniques that empower individuals to heal through movement. Rowa has studied traditional Raqs Sharqi (Egyptian and Oriental Dance), drawing inspiration from the rich cultural heritage of Morocco, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen. Her teaching and performances celebrate the beauty and depth of these traditional dances, blending them with modern approaches to wellness. Since beginning her yoga teaching journey in 2018, Rowa has developed a unique approach that integrates belly dance, yoga, and movement medicine. Her classes are designed to stretch and strengthen the body, release tension, restore balance, and foster a deeper connection to breath and inner consciousness. With a passion for helping others, Rowa uses movement as a transformative tool to unlock, unwind, and renew, allowing her students to reconnect with themselves and heal through the power of dance and mindfulness. She shares her love for dance and wellness with diverse communities. Her work is not just about movement but also about creating a safe space for self-expression, growth, and healing.
