Entwined - Bellydance, Pilates Yoga - Performances & Classes

Laura is an amazing belly dance teacher and her approach in teaching techniques are unique but very helpful in understanding the foundational movements. I would recommend her to anyone who wishes to learn the art of belly dancing, as her approach is great for all fitness levels and combines her training with holistic practices such as yoga and Pilates. (Review done by Darcy Bishop)

I've have been dancing with Laura for a few years now, starting after my first pregnancy and throughout my second. It has been a wonderful way to keep moving and stay strong during this time. I have a background in ballet, and I love the structure and technique involved in tribal bellydance. Laura's classes are warm and fun, and Laura has an amazing knowledge of the history and lineage of tribal bellydance. We dance to great music and wear fabulous costumes. Highly recommended.

Having come from very little dance training, Laura has been an amazing guide breaking down the very slinky feminine movements & teaching this dance art from a very honoring space to the body. Began classes suffering with chronic lower back pain which had previously been triggered by dance class. This physical limitation was finally overcome though Laura's dedicated care to yoga before & after every single session. I thoroughly enjoy the space she holds, the way in which she shares this lineage of dance & the beautiful community of dancers she attracts & surrounds herself with.

Laura’s classes are professional, thorough, and most importantly FUN! She provides a great atmosphere and a safe space to learn the art of bellydance, as well as creating opportunities for her students. Like a portal from beginner dancer to live performer!

I have been studying bellydance with Entwined Bellydance for over a year. I grew up studying ballet and jazz. In recent years I have studied samba and cabaret bellydance. Through dancing with Laura I have developed a love for tribal fusion style bellydance. I love the intricate, earthy movements that make up bellydance. Every week I discover a new way to challenge my body. Laura also incorporates yoga into our warm up and cool down which has given me a greater awareness of my body. Each week of term we focus on different drills and combinations to build up our knowledge of the art form and strengthen our bodies for performances. I have had various opportunities to perform which has been very rewarding. I love dancing with the ladies at Entwined bellydance, I have made many new friends! I also like watching everyone perfect their own style and enjoy learning from them too!

Entwined Bellydance online classes are great! Laura Entwined displays each dance move at multiple angles so you can get a clear idea of how to perform each dance move yourself. Her instructions are clear and she has a lot of valuable content with her 15 years of knowledge and experience. You can ask questions via chat, voice or video options and she is more than happy to adapt her teaching to be able to help you as she is a true professional in this field. I enjoy attending her classes very much and I think you will too.

I have been studying with entwined Bellydance/Laura for over 3 years. Under Laura’s guidance, I have gained confidence and learned from being a total novice to be able to participate some performances with Laura and her student troupe. Laura is a wonderful experienced teacher and versatile teaching various formats and dance styles. I enjoy learning the different choreographies and ATS improvisation and look forward to learning and dance more with Entwined Bellydance. Irene

I've done one term with Laura and i'm loving it so far! Laura is an excellent bellydance teacher with a wealth of knowledge and experience in her craft. I feel very supported and encouraged as a beginner. Laura provides options for all skill levels, and individual feedback. Posture and movement with proper body alignment is a high priority (so you don't get injured). Classes have soul and are fun with great music :)

I discovered Entwined Bellydance almost by accident about two years ago, I was in another dance class in the same studio when I overheard the music in Laura's class and immediately realised I wanted in! Since then, Laura's tribal fusion bellydance classes have been nothing short of a revelation to me. I've discovered a dance technique that thrills to me my core (pun intended!), a teacher and a supportive community of dancers I absolutely adore as well as a hobby that allows me to get creative in more ways than one. Thanks to Laura's genuine interest in her students' progress in class and beyond, I've also shed myself of a few self-confidence issues and learnt to open up and share more of myself. I only wish I'd found fusion dance and Entwined 10 years ago!