Belly Dance Fans...Students...New Performers and Hobbyists and Pros... Welcome to The Northern NJ Meetup Group of NJ Belly Dance Instructor and Middle Eastern Dance Performer Gia al Qamar! Use this Meetup to get to know other belly dancers throughout Northern NJ and all over the NY Metro area! This Meetup group is a great place to keep up with, not only Gia's classes and performances, but also Haflas, workshops, Drum circles and MORE around Northern NJ. Welcome and start shimmying!

As we have a tremendous demand for Persian language (Farsi), Music and Poetry. Our main focus will be Persian Language (Farsi), Persian Music and Persian Poetry. We have private and group classes as well as workshops for Persian language, music and poetry (Rumi, Hafez etc.). Please visit our website: www.tanbour.org These gatherings will help Persian-Americans reconnect to their roots and will also serve as a wonderful point of introduction for those who are interested in the Persian culture. …

… Alwan is committed to maintaining a space for reflection, dialogue, and growth in the arts and cultures of the peoples of the Middle East, North Africa, and the diaspora. Since 1998, Alwan for the Arts has played a leading role in promoting the diverse cultures of the Arab countries in New York City. Alwan organizes film festivals and screenings, book/poetry readings and signings, lectures and conferences, art exhibits, musical and theatrical performances, and language and literature classes. …

Shimmy Chasers are the ultimate Belly Dance addicts!!! Partying and Traveling the world in search of Belly Dance Music and the Inetrnational Party Scene! Festivals, workshops, performances, clubs, lounges, and cultural emersion. NYC to Egypt, Morocco, Turkey, Lebanon, Greece... and Places that appreciate our beloved Art: Argentina, Brazil, Japan, US, etc.

This group is for men & women who would like to network, exchange ideas and reconnect with their Mediterranean heritage.  We will hold fun events that cater to expressed needs.  These will include movie nights, music performances, book signings, comedy nights, and poetry evenings. Our events will aim at bringing people together from varied Mediterranean cultures while encouraging collaborative efforts in the arts, business and leisure.  We will hold our events throughout the New York metro-area …

These days it's hard to be Arab. On the other hand, to be single can be a lot of fun. But being Arab and single is BONKERS! We started this group for Arab Singles in the New York area who are looking to meet and date other Arabs. We will host a Hookah Mixer every month, so we can actually meet each other. (Thanks to those who came out last month) We will be organizing social events for singles who are looking to meet friends or that special someone. Suggestions are welcomed. I'd also lik …

Are you a woman that is into going to Arabic night clubs but would love to go with a fun group of girls without men? Want to meet and make new friends in the process who love what you love. Then this is the group for you. Why don't you join us! I love going into different Arabic night clubs in Astoria or NYC. From dandana to El Diwan. Love the shisha, the belly dancing, the fun enviroment and the debkah? Join us and make new friends in the process!! This group is for women of different backgr …

Ahlan/Hello. I'm Michael Kim 'Jamal' Riegelman, the Director/al'modir of the NYC Arabic Club. Feel free to text or call me at 1 (347) 523-3937, or email me at MichaelKimRiegelman@gmail.com if you have any questions about our community.     Our goal is to bring people together who share a common interest in the diversity and richness of the Arab World - which stretches from Morocco to Oman. We try to break through the stereotypes which so many people have by offering unique cultural and educatio …

Drum Circles & Hand Drumming, Acoustic Instruments, Vocals and Poetry reading for all levels, the aim being to provide an introduction to the percussion techniques and rhythmical systems of Central Asian, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern music. These are informal and friendly sessions (Drum Circles) and we hope that in addition to learning about percussion, attendees will gain a more general insight into the music and culture that interests us. We are also experimenting with poetry reading and s …

You don't need to be a dancer or live in the area to join this MeetUp group, all are welcome! A Forum for American Tribal Style® and Tribal Fusion Belly Dance. Find teachers, classes and events in the Tri-State area.

My name is Mishaal. I am a bellydancer and instructor at RhythmZ Studio in Queens. I love to dance Tribal Fusion and American Cabaret, and actively perform at fundraisers, events, and restaurants in Manhattan, Queens and Long Island. This group is for women who love to bellydance or wish to learn about bellydance. I hope you will join us in class, at workshops and at shows whether it be performing or just attending.

To the ancient Egyptians, dance was an essential part of their culture. People from every social class were exposed to music and dancing. I invite you to take a journey from the pyramids of Giza, to the markets in Khan el-Khalili, the roads of Cairo to the resorts in Sharm el-Sheik and discover an ancient art that will bring you to new dimensions and empower you in ways you never imagined. Here you will have access to classes, shows, parties, get togethers, and lots more. I look forward to …

FREE classes!! PHYSNIQUES is a fun, exhilarating and effective fitness system that blends a fusion of Hip-Hop, R&B, Reggaeton, Salsa, Pop, Rock & World music to burn off fat, build strength and epitomize our physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. We work on our fitness, moderate our food consumption, watch our calories, breathe & smile a lot & celebrate the progress we make reaching our fitness goals. Founded by certified group fitness trainers, Brenda Jeanne Wyche and daughter, Helena, Physn …