Brilliant Bellydancer with April Rose

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 b...

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 😡 - Enjoy...

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...

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...

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 a...

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 desi...

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...

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 ques...

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 _______________________ 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 th...

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, c...

Some of these will surprise you! Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/5-pros-and-cons-of-being-a-professional-bellydancer _______________________ 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 Bellyda...

Advice I give every bellydancer about solo improvisation. Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/4-secrets-of-bellydance-solo-improvisation _______________________ 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...

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 _______________________ Resources + Links: 👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mist...

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....