Some of our recent events!
Please see Belly Dance Classes and Show Tickets pages for current events.
2014
First & Second week of Sept: New class series start. See Classes & Workshops
September 14: Tribal Skirt Workshop with Sherry, 2-4 p.m. $20 at Dance Etc.,3372 N Access Rd, Englewood FL 34224. Info: 941-228-3434. See Classes & Workshops
September 18: Intro to Tribal Belly Dance Workshop with Sherry, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Dance Warehouse, 11750-B Metro Pkwy, Ft Myers. $15. See Classes & Workshops
September 21: 7th Annual Peace Day in the Park 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Jaycee Park, Cape Coral. There will be a free Belly Dance workshop and performance.


September 28:
Tribal Roots workshop with Alina, 1-4 p.m. Alina, founder of Florida's largest Tribal festival, will introduce you to the fundamentals of Tribal Style and improvisational cueing to get you started on your own dance journey. This workshop is multi-level for solo or dances done in a group. Please bring zils and yoga mat (some available for use at the studio). $50 advance (received by 9/19), $60 door. All levels welcome. Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl S, Cape Coral.
October 18: Hawaiian Hula Workshop 1-3 p.m. at Rotary Park Environmental Center, 5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral. Call 239-549-4606. See Classes & Workshops
October 19: Tribal Initiation, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl S, Cape Coral. $15. See Classes & Workshops
October 19: Intermediate Tribal Belly Dance Workshop with Sherry, 7-8:30 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl S, Cape Coral. $20. See Classes & Workshops

November 2: Wonderful Wings Workshop: technique and combos for Isis Wings, 2-4 p.m. All levels welcome; bring your own wings. $25 at Dance Etc.,3372 N Access Rd, Englewood FL 34224. Info: 941-228-3434. See Classes & Workshops
November 8: Two Belly Dance Performances: 12:30 p.m. Coconut Festival, SunSplash and 2:30 p.m. Natural Life Festival, Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral

November 9: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop: 2-4 p.m. All levels welcome. $20 at Dance Etc.,3372 N Access Rd, Englewood FL 34224. Info: 941-228-3434. See Classes & Workshops
November 16: Intermediate Tribal Belly Dance Workshop with Sherry, 1-2:30 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl S, Cape Coral. $20. See Classes & Workshops
December 7: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop: 2-4 p.m. All levels welcome. $20 at Dance Etc.,3372 N Access Rd, Englewood FL 34224. Info: 941-228-3434. See Classes & Workshops
December 12: Christmas Hula show 6 p.m. at Holiday House, 2500 First Street, Fort Myers. $5 admission.
December 14: JINGLE BELLIES Belly Dance Show, Bazaar & Party - doors open 6:30 p.m. SW Florida's Holiday Hafla at Rhythm in Motion. 239-542-3500
First full week of January: New class series start. See Classes & Workshops
January 11: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop: 2-4 p.m. All levels welcome. $20 at Dance Etc.,3372 N Access Rd, Englewood FL 34224. Info: 941-228-3434. See Classes & Workshops
January 17: Our Belly Dancers perform 7 p.m. with Rhythm in Motion Dance Academy at St Andrew's Festival, Cape Coral.
January 24: Enjoy a Hula performance and audience participation 2 p.m. at the Southwest Florida Dance Fest at JetBlue Park, Fort Myers.
January 25: Intermediate Tribal Belly Dance Workshop with Sherry, 1-2:30 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl S, Cape Coral. $20. See Classes & Workshops
Throughout February: New class series start. See Classes & Workshops

February 6: "Tropical Fun-Shine" Hawaiian Luau presented by Cape Coral Parks & Rec, 7-9 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. with a lei greeting and tropical-themed dinner (BYOB). Learn your Hawaiian name, get a temporary tattoo and enjoy the Polynesian dance show including Hawaiian, Tahitian and Maori dance and a mini Hula lesson. Rotary Park Environmental Center, 5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral. Call 239-549-4606 for tickets ($20 adv, $30 door).
February 8: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop: 2-4 p.m. All levels welcome. $20 at Dance Etc.,3372 N Access Rd, Englewood FL 34224. Info: 941-460-8072. See Classes & Workshops
February 22: Intermediate Tribal Belly Dance Workshop with Sherry, 1-2:30 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl S, Cape Coral. $20. See Classes & Workshops
April 19: SW Florida Spring Hafla: Belly Dance Show, Bazaar & Party - doors open 6:30 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl S, Cape Coral. Tickets: $15 advance, $20 door. 239-542-3500
April 23-28: New class series start. See Classes & Workshops
May 17: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop: 2-4 p.m. All levels welcome. $20 at Dance Etc.,3372 N Access Rd, Englewood FL 34224. Info: 941-460-8072. See Classes & Workshops
May 30: Polynesian Night at the German American Social Club, Cape Coral. Full Polynesian Dance Review including Hawaiian, Tahitian, Maori and a Samoan Fire-Knife performance!
June 7: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop: 2-4 p.m. All levels welcome. $20 at Dance Etc.,3372 N Access Rd, Englewood FL 34224. Info: 941-460-8072. See Classes & Workshops
To see examples of more past events, scroll to the bottom of this page. TO BOOK INSTRUCTORS OR DANCERS FOR YOUR WORKSHOP OR EVENT, PLEASE SEE Shows & Services

Our HAFLA's (Belly Dance party, show & bazaar) are casual and fun events open to the public, held semi-annually. See below for an example from our 2013 Holiday Hafla, "JINGLE BELLIES"!
2013 "Jingle Bellies" Belly Dance Show
Holiday HAFLA - Party, Show & Bazaar
Co-sponsored by SW FL Bellydance and
Rhythm in Motion Dance Academy
Date: Sunday December 15, 2013
Time: 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Location: Rhythm in Motion Dance Academy
3333 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral FL
(239) 542-3500 or www.CapeDance.com
Tickets: $15 advance (by 12/13), $20 door
EXTRA PARKING available in lot next to the studio on Del Prado
Doors open 6:30 p.m. for Belly Dance Bazaar and a taste of Mediterranean cuisine (complimentary buffet).
Vendors:
Beading by Sparkle - Designs by Rina
Belly Dance Boutique & Consignment
Alina (Tribal Solstice)
Show starts at 7:00 p.m. featuring group and solo performances (Cabaret/Oriental, Fusion and Tribal Belly Dance styles)
Scheduled Performances:
For this event we will have many guest dancers joining us from throughout Florida, as well as local talent, including:
Casablanca Dancers
Connie
Heather
Jemma
Juanita
Krystal
Lotus Divine
Na’ila and students
Pearls of the Oasis
Toosie
Vanya E’dan
Xiarra

Before the show, at intermission and following the show there will be time for open Belly Dancing and shopping; plus meet the stars of our show!
Tickets now on sale:
Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Blvd, Cape Coral (drop-in or call to charge by 12/13: 239-542-3500; weekday evenings best)
Na'ila (PayPal by 12/13; 239-768-5575 or
Sherry@bellydanceSWFL.com for info)
Here are some more examples of past performances:
Medieval Faire: Our dancers and drummers (Baksheesh!) performed in 2011 at this annual event! www.Medieval-Faire.com
Fair Trade Party: Our Cabaret style Belly Dancers performed at this event Friday February 4th at Saint Katharine Drexel Parish Hall, 1922 SW 20th Ave, Cape Coral FL. "Fun, Food and Live Entertainment", plus artisan creations from over 30 countries will be on display. Call 239-995-2240. www.tenthousandvillages.com
Tiburon Spa Party: Enjoy a relaxing spa treatment, a tarot card reading, beading workshop and Belly Dance entertainment by our dancers! Monday February 7 in Naples
Oasis Parvaneh Grand Opening: Our dancers and drummers made an appearance Saturday February 26 http://www.oasisparvaneh.com
Rhythm in Motion Showcase 2011: Our Egyptian style Belly Dance plus Hiwahiwa featured in a Hula in benefit for Lee County Public Schools and Dancing Classrooms at Alliance for the Arts in Ft Myers on March 5. Reception & Silent Auction 4-5 p.m.; Performance 5 p.m. Tickets $35; call 239-542-3500.
Polynesian Paradise: End of season Luau Thursday March 10 at Shady Acres RV Park, Estero
Road Trip to Boca Raton! Saturday March 12 we carpool to the East Coast and join our friends Desert Jewels for a Persian Choreography Workshop followed by "Desert Nights Showcase"
Luau by the Pool: Our Polynesian Dancers make tropical waves Saturday April 2 in Venice, FL
Spring Hafla: Belly Dance and Hula, food & fun Saturday April 16 at Rhythm in Motion.
Lotus Show: Our Tribal, Cabaret and Polynesian Dancers as well as other area artists (visual and performing) light up the night at the Lotus Show II Saturday July 30. Benefit for local Food Bank. Manna Cultural Arts Center, Ft Myers
Tona's Polynesian Review: Traditional dances of Hawaii, Tahiti, Tonga, Atearoa (Maori of New Zealand) and the spectatular Samoan Fire-Knife dance. Live music 6-9 p.m. with performances throughout the evening at Beef O'Brady's, Lehigh on Saturday September 10.
Full Moon Festival: Our dancers entertain at the Southwest Florida Chinese Association's Celebration Sunday September 18 in Estero, FL.
EGYPTIAN DANCE PERFORMANCE - The Grand Court's cultural event Tuesday October 25
ORANGE AND BLACK BASH - Frightful fun at this 2nd Annual Zumbathon Saturday October 29
HOLIDAY HAFLA - December 11
March 3: Polynesian Dancers at Diversity Festival, Naples
March 3: Tribal Dancers as part of the touring Club Bellydance show "Club Bellydance" featuring the Bellydance Superstars, Naples.
March 11: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop
March 18: Belly Dancers perform at the annual Faerie Festival, Bonita Springs.
March 23: Hula class for NFL wives' group at Roy's Hawaiian Fusion restaurant, Naples.
March 24: Polynesian Show including Fire-knife performance 7 p.m. at Beef O'Bradys, Lehigh.
April 15: SW Florida Spring Hafla, Belly Dance Show 7 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion, Cape Coral.
May 13: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop 2-4 p.m.
May 19: Polynesian Night at the German American Club, Cape Coral. Full Polynesian Dance Review including Hawaiian, Tahitian, Maori and a Samoan Fire-Knife performance! Music for dancing all evening with Tona
June 9: Hawaiian Luau at the Club at Naples Bay Resort. Polynesian Dance Review including Hawaiian, Tahitian, Maori and a Samoan Fire-Knife performance! Music for dancing all evening with Tona.
June 13: Hula show & class for Outrigger Beach Resort employees at Roy's Hawaiian Fusion restaurant, Bonita Springs.
June 17: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop
June 19: Polynesian Dance Show at HarborChase, N. Naples
July 22: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop
August 9: The Hula Connection dancers perform and teach a mini Hula class at the Beach Party themed event for adults only at the Golisano Childrens' Museum in Naples. cmon.org
August 12: "Night at the Oasis" Belly Dance Show. SW Florida's Summer Hafla (Belly Dance Show, Party and Bazaar). Cabaret, Tribal and Fusion styles. Refreshments. $15 advance, $20 door. 542-3500
August 26: Tribal Belly Dance Workshops. 6-7 p.m. Level 1 ($15); 7-8:30 p.m. Level 2 ($20). Both workshops $30. With certified Gypsy Caravan Tribal instructor Sherry Coffey. RSVP requested.
September 12: Hula Connection at FAASWFL "Hawaiian Night"
September 21: "Tropical Fun-Shine" Hawaiian Luau presented by Cape Coral Parks & Rec. Polynesian show, mini Hula class, refreshments and more! $12 advance, $15 door. 549-4606
September 30: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop: New Spanish Stylings and Skirt Combos for All Levels. 7-9 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion ($25). Bring full skirt if you have one.
October 21: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop for All Levels. 7-8:30 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion ($20). RSVP requested.
November 18: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop for All Levels. 7-8:30 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion ($20). Bring finger cymbals if you have them (some available for use). With certified Gypsy Caravan Tribal instructor Sherry Coffey. RSVP requested.
December 1: Celebrate the Holidays, Hawaiian Style! Our Hula dancers perform Christmas Hulas with the "Rhythm in Motion" show 6:30 p.m. at the International Holiday Market and 8:15 p.m. on the Old Blockbuster Stage (check entertainment schedule to confirm location) for the free Holiday Festival of Lights in Downtown Cape Coral.
December 9: JINGLE BELLIES Belly Dance Show - SW Florida Holiday Hafla at Rhythm in Motion
2013:
February 14: Polynesian dancers at "Hawaiian Honeymoon" Valentines' Day Dinner show and dance, Kingsgate, Port Charlotte.
February 23: Belly Dancers perform 4 p.m. at Diversity Festival, Sudgen Park, Naples. Free event.
March 8: "Tropical Fun-Shine" Hawaiian Luau presented by Cape Coral Parks & Rec. Polynesian show, mini Hula instruction, tropical refreshments and more! $12 advance, $15 door. 549-4606
March 9: Belly Dancers and Hula Dancers at Mardi Gras Celebration, St Andrews Church, Cape Coral.
March 23: Polynesian Dance Show at Lakewood Country Club, Naples.
May 18: Polynesian Revue with Tona and the Na Pua O Kalani dancers
Cape Coral German American Club. $8 members, $12 guests. Food and beverages available for purchase.
June 23: Tribal Belly Dance Workshops. Level I 5:30-6:30 p.m. $15. Level II 7-8:30 p.m. $20. Both workshops $30. Meets at Rhythm in Motion. Bring finger cymbals if you have them (some available for use). With certified Gypsy Caravan Tribal instructor Sherry Coffey.
July 14: Tribal Belly Dance Workshops. Level I 5:30-6:30 p.m. $15. Level II 7-8:30 p.m. $20. Both workshops $30. Meets at Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl, Cape Coral. With certified Gypsy Caravan Tribal instructor Sherry Coffey.
July 20: Intro to Tribal Belly Dance Workshop, 2-4 p.m. $20. At Dance Etc., 3372 Access Rd, Engelwood FL. Call 941-228-3434
August 11: SW Florida's Hot Summer Nights Hafla (Belly Dance show & bazaar, with complementary Mediterranean buffet). 7 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado, Cape Coral. $15 advance, $20 door. Call 239-542-3500
September 21: Belly Dance Workshop, 1-3 p.m. $30. Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; call 239-549-4606.
September 22: Belly Dancers perform at Peace Day in the Park, a free family event 10 am-5 pm at Jaycee Park, 4215 SE 20th Pl, Cape Coral.
September 27: "Tropical Fun-Shine" Hawaiian Luau presented by Cape Coral Parks & Rec. Polynesian show, mini Hula instruction, tropical refreshments and more! $12 advance, $15 door. 239-549-4606
September 29: Hawaiian Dancers perform at SWFFA's Hawaiian Night
Week of October 14: New class series start. See Classes & Workshops
October 11: Belly Dance performance at All Walks of Art presented by Circus Arts United, 7-10 p.m. Italian American Club, 4725 Vincennes Bl, Cape Coral
October 13: Tribal Belly Dance Workshops, Level 1 5:30-6:30 p.m. $15. Level 2 7-8:30 p.m. $20. Both workshops $30. Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl S, Cape Coral. See Classes & Workshops
November 9: Hawaiian Hula Workshop, 1-3 p.m. $30. Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; call 239-549-4606.
November 9: Belly Dancers perform at Coconut Festival, Sun Splash, Cape Coral
November 10: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop, 2-4 p.m. $20 at Dance Etc. in Englewood FL. See Classes & Workshops
November 12 & 18: New class series start. See Classes & Workshops
December 8: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop, 2-4 p.m. $20 at Dance Etc. in Englewood FL. See Classes & Workshops
December 13: Hawaiian Hula, Private Party at Roy's Hawaiian Fusion restaurant
January 29, February 8: Private Luau performances, Ft Myers and Bonita Springs
February 9: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop, 2-4 p.m. $20 at Dance Etc. in Englewood FL. See Classes & Workshops
February 25-March 3: New class series start. See Classes & Workshops
March 1: Belly Dance performance, Diversity Festival, Naples
March 5: Private Luau performance, Bonita Springs
March 7: "Tropical Fun-Shine" Hawaiian Luau presented by Cape Coral Parks & Rec. Polynesian show, mini Hula instruction, tropical refreshments and more! $15 advance, $20 door. 239-549-4606
March 9: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop, 2-4 p.m. $20 at Dance Etc. in Englewood FL. See Classes & Workshops
March 15: Belly Dance Workshop, 1-3 p.m. $30. Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; call 239-549-4606.
March 22: Hawaiian Hula Workshop, 1-3 p.m. $30. Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; call 239-549-4606.
March 29: Private Luau performance, Punta Gorda
March 30: Lebanese Belly Dance Workshop with Mariah in Naples; call 239-821-7254
April 1-17: New class series start. See Classes & Workshops
April 5: Private Luau performance, Ft Myers FL
April 10: Private Luau performance, Alva FL
April 12: Private Luau performance, Naples FL
April 13: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop, 2-4 p.m. $20 at Dance Etc. in Englewood FL. See Classes & Workshops
May 18: SW Florida's Spring Hafla, Belly Dance Show and Party. Doors open 6:30 p.m. for bazaar and Mediterranean buffet; show starts 7:15 p.m. featuring over 25 dancers in Cabaret, Fusion and Tribal style Belly Dance. Tickets: $15 advance through May 16, $20 door. Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl S, Cape Coral.
May 31: South Seas themed event, German American Social Club, Cape Coral.
First & Second week of June: New class series start. See Classes & Workshops
June 8: Tribal Belly Dance Workshop, 2-4 p.m. $20 at Dance Etc. in Englewood FL.
June 14: Belly Dance Essentials Workshop, 1-3 p.m. $30. Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; call 239-549-4606.
July 5: Belly Dancers perform along with other artists and entertainment at "United We Stand" starting 8 p.m. at Ter Tini's, Ft Myers. 21 and up event. $10, $20 VIP.
Second & Third week of July: New class series start in Ft Myers, Cape Coral & Naples FL. See Classes & Workshops
July 13: Gypsy Caravan Tribal Belly Dance Format Workshop with Sherry, 2-4 p.m. $20 at Dance Etc.,3372 N Access Rd, Englewood FL 34224. Info: 941-228-3434. See Classes & Workshops
July 19: Belly Dance performance 10:30 a.m. at Cape Coral Yacht Club. Free.
July 25: Summer Hafla 7 p.m. at Dance Etc., Englewood. $15 advance, $20 door. 941-228-3434
August 26: Wonderful Wings Workshop: technique and combos for Isis Wings. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Etudes de Ballet, 3285 Pine Ridge Rd, Naples. $25. RSVP/info: Sherry@bellydanceSWFL.com or 239-768-5575.
September 7: Intermediate Tribal Belly Dance Workshop with Sherry, 7-8:30 p.m. at Rhythm in Motion, 3333 Del Prado Bl S, Cape Coral. $20. See Classes & Workshops