heather's unique approach to modern belly dance will leave you with loads of technique, movements, and combinations to add to your belly dance, american tribal style (ATS) improvisation, and tribal fusion choreographies.

each class begins with pilates-inspired conditioning and stretching designed to prepare students physically for the challenge of the isolated movement vocabulary. students may bring a yoga or pilates mat to each class. bring water and be prepared to sweat!

for classes outside the san diego area, please see the tour schedule page

exploring improv with julie lively
before moving to san diego, julie was an original member and principle dancer with rakadu gypsy dance of lexington, ky. rakadu gypsy is best known for its highly explorative use of improv and theatre to weave beautiful storylines.

special notices

due to my travel schedule, some classes may be taught by substitute instructors



class schedule


classes in tribal fusion belly dance taught by heather stants

monday 7:30-8:30pm exploring improv with julie lively
"exploring improv" will utilize tribal improvisation as a launching pad to open infininte possibilities of cueing, following, texture, group interaction, communication, and composition. come and learn to think on your feet while exploring the art and beauty of the dance and the group!
2323 broadway, studio 105, san diego, ca
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tuesday 7:00 -8:00pm beginner level
stage 7 school of dance, 3980 30th street, san diego, ca (between university and illinois streets in north park)

tuesday 8:00-9:00pm intermediate level
stage 7 school of dance, 3980 30th street, san diego, ca (between university and illinois streets in north park)

wednesday 7:00-8:00pm intermediate/advanced core strengthening and belly dance drills
attendance by teacher approval only
2323 broadway, studio 105, san diego, ca
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saturday 12-1pm mixed level technique and combos
2323 broadway, studio 105, san diego, ca
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class costs and information

$12 drop-in single class
$50 for a five class card
taking two classes on the same day costs $18 for drop-in or a mark and a half on the class card
all classes are on-going. students may start at any time.

appropriate class attire is anything that allows free movement and does not prohibit the teacher from seeing body alignment and movement. tank tops and yoga pants are ideal. please no jingly hip scarves or performance gear. students may dance barefoot or wear soft soled dance shoes. no street shoes are allowed on the dance floor.

students in intermediate and advanced classes should purchase kneepads for floor work and bring them to class each time


got skills, will travel


utdc is available to teach workshops in urban tribal dance.
For workshop package info, contact: hastants@gmail.com