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Kelli Marie is a teacher, performer and innovator of Middle Eastern Dance specializing in creative arm and hand movements. She continues to expand
her knowledge in various styles of dance by attending workshops and private lessons throughout the country. Her primary focus and ongoing study has
been
Classical Belly Dance, Rajasthan Gypsy and Classical Flamenco.
Even as a child Kelli, was drawn to performance and creative movement. She studied tap, folk dance, cheerleading, drill team, and martial arts before
age 18. As an adult, Kelli became more interested in the health and fitness side of dance. She earned her certifications as a personal trainer, an aquatic fitness instructor, and a warm-water arthritis teacher. Later, she became certified through for Middle Eastern dance instruction.
Kelli believes that her work with water fitness enhances her creativity and
ability to dance, as both require deliberation, fluidity and grace. In
fact, many of the arm and hand motions Kelli has developed are inspired by
the movements of water.
Kelli regularly attends Rakkasah West in Richmond, CA, the largest annual
belly dance event in the country. There she has had the privilege of
studying with world-renowned artists such as Dalia Corella, Suhaila
Salimpour, Elena Lentini, Leila Haddad and many more. Each of these
phenomenal performers have influenced and inspired her passion for
dance.
In addition to performing at various local events, Kelli has appeared in
stage productions with many professional artists including Veena and Neena
Bidasha, the famous belly twins.
Kelli's Instruction and performance styles include Classical Belly Dance,
Tribal Style Belly Dance, Rajasthan Gypsy, and Flamenco Fusion.
letter of reccommdation from Veena and Neena Bidasha
Nadiyah’s
P.O.
Box 18393,
Spokane,
WA
99228
509-993-4423
mailto:Nadiyah@Nadiyahs.com
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