--- title: "Core Belly Dance Techniques in Bangalore | Learn at Azaya" description: "Master core belly dance techniques with Azaya Dance Academy in Bengaluru. Join our fun, supportive classes and learn shimmies, undulations, and fusion steps." canonical: https://mytribe.in/azaya-dance-academy/dance-classes/core-belly-dance-techniques last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Core Belly Dance Techniques in Bangalore Tribe Verified · 3 Bengaluru studios. Hundreds of women dancing. By [Azaya](https://mytribe.in/azaya-dance-academy) · Online classes and studios in Jayanagar, Malleshwaram & Sahakar Nagar · ₹2,000 per month (estimate) Part of [Dance Classes](https://mytribe.in/azaya-dance-academy/dance-classes). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/azaya-dance-academy/dance-classes/gallery) Get ready to shimmy! We break down essential belly dance basics like figure 8s and undulations, making sure you feel strong, confident, and totally at home in your own body. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Let's get up close with the magic of shimmies! This is the heart of belly dance, and the energy my students bring every weekend is just incredible. It’s like a secret dance party for the soul.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/018c9542-d631-4158-b817-cbdcfe0cb74c) - [Video: Who needs a dance partner when you have a wall? We use the wall to help us master those tricky horizontal figure 8s. It’s a great tool for finding the right posture and muscle engagement, and we always have a few laughs doing it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1bea7a51-d912-468e-9a4e-267e6fd51dc6) - [Video: Check out this twist shimmy floor work! This move requires serious quad strength, and I'm so proud of how these beginners are nailing it. It shows their amazing dedication and progress.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14335857-ae7a-4e31-be8b-54699f639122) - [Video: This is our quirky and challenging sitting Chu Chu Shimmy! It’s a fantastic drill that combines a duck walk with a fast-paced shimmy, perfect for building lower body strength and adding personality to your dance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5cd4fcc4-c446-440f-8d2e-4daf793b0152) - [Video: Ever tried a Runner Shimmy? We were just out for a run when... surprise shimmy time! This is a great exercise to learn shimmies faster because when you're moving, you stop overthinking and just let your body flow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/75848198-86dd-418a-94cb-98f4b7df4604) - [Video: This is what happens when the music takes over. Here are my students in a moment of pure shimmy improvisation to the beat of the darabuka. It’s all about feeling the rhythm and letting your body respond.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03f3e338-8d04-4da6-92f0-3b231b057a64) - [Video: The single hip figure 8 is such a hypnotic and graceful move. Here we are breaking it down in class. It’s all about creating that beautiful infinity symbol with your hips. Come learn with us!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1b66ee1a-0cff-417b-b4c3-319e6d68b3ab) - [Video: Fluidity in motion. Here we are practicing two fundamental belly dance moves: undulations and camels. These movements are amazing for developing core strength and creating those beautiful, snake-like waves with your body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3d364e77-b009-4458-b35d-a55f56a1d1cc) - [Video: Watch my students master the hip box and then transition seamlessly into a luscious interior hip circle. It’s so rewarding to see them nail these foundational movements with such grace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5dc1b9ed-f880-4f13-9d4f-551548ad2e3f) - [Video: Layering is where the real fun begins! In this class, we were juggling chest undulations, hip figure 8s, and hip undulations all at once. It’s a great challenge for the mind and body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/95715adf-8ee0-4bcd-80b4-1219bcdb68b5) - [Video: Our shimmy squad is on fire! Look at my girls rocking the floor work twist shimmy. This move is not just about technique, it's about bringing all the sass and sparkle to the dance floor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b223c8b6-6a1c-4e6f-894d-9460b460d666) - [Video: Floorwork is no joke, but it creates such elegant lines. Here, we are transforming strength into elegance with every undulation, working our quads and core to flow like waves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b60ed324-1961-4c9b-96fd-bc1d97dcea3f) - [Video: Time for some drum solo drills! We're combining a fast-paced Turkish shimmy with a sharp chest diamond. This kind of layering is what makes drum solos so exciting and dynamic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de153c99-4ab1-48ad-a932-65f5abc8c70c) - [Video: Learning 'Chase', an elegant three-step footwork pattern. I'm so impressed with how our beginners picked this up and did it justice. It’s all about graceful travel across the floor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eb735036-3f9c-48d8-9936-25ed25c19fea) - [Video: Let's celebrate the hip figure 8! This magic move is not just fun, it strengthens your core, improves balance, and brings so much joy. Life is definitely more fun with a hip figure 8.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f58fc764-6b0d-4063-af89-7a2ad4411f79) - [Video: A quiet moment of focus in class. Here, we are working on posture and foundational movements, reflected in the mirror. Every class is a step forward in our dance journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/00afa7a4-5042-4b19-b4d7-987c68629efc) - [Video: Getting down with some more floor work. This is a great way to build strength and add a different dimension to your dancing. Why don’t you try this at home and send me your video?](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d9b0989-67c5-4902-80b3-e0092f6f664a) - [Video: Catching that shimmy fever in the studio! The energy is absolutely contagious when everyone gets going.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/35fae822-52ac-493e-87d8-4bd67098edcf) - [Video: Working on our hip shimmies. It’s all about isolating those hip movements to create a sharp, energetic vibration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/368d4201-150a-4939-9e91-0e2a3b823421) - [Video: The sound of the coin belts jingling is so satisfying, it almost drowns out the sound of our quads screaming during these drills!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/49030b6a-110c-4c1a-8cbb-3b55a6597db6) - [Video: My students are tackling the 3-quarter shimmy. Their journey from a little fumble to a confident flourish is what makes teaching so special. Keep shining, lovelies!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5241dba7-4c86-46b7-90ab-bce69c75c500) - [Video: That feeling when your students absolutely nail the choreography. Here they are, perfectly in sync during our OMI floor work routine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/57cb40f3-acc1-4067-bd2b-64f2feb182d0) - [Video: When the beat drops, you improvise! I asked my students to groove to "Hips Don’t Lie," and they absolutely owned the floor with their creativity and energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87611321-d6fa-4128-99f4-de733cae1e95) - [Video: Side effects of practicing spins in our class include uncontrollable giggles and accidentally moonwalking. It’s all part of the fun!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/94c5288c-5476-48fd-a8c2-bba2c55e20cf) - [Video: A short, sexy, and super fun choreography to the iconic "Mayya Mayya." We had such a blast with this one, feeling confident and sassy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/96e67486-93d0-4861-9bfd-e8fb1ee88b3b) - [Video: The Turkish shimmy is such a fun challenge! It requires coordination and strength, and my students are doing an amazing job helping each other master it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/97e9cb20-6a78-4661-b312-6fa40ff5c9a4) - [Video: This class was all about boosting confidence with a fun twist. We walked, ran, and hopped right into our shimmies, proving that movement is the best way to feel great.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab6c80a7-d07b-4aad-817e-f1ef7805a20c) - [Video: Warning: these hips have a mind of their own! Just a fun moment from class where the music completely took over.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/af547ad3-d428-46f0-bbc8-5e85adaa2c59) - [Video: A fantastic day at the academy mastering mesmerizing hip twists and intricate floor work. Our thighs, glutes, and obliques definitely got a workout!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b22dc2d7-3ef1-4435-bcdd-bb2c38c22272) - [Video: Nothing beats the joy of watching my students groove effortlessly to any song I play. This is a little improvisation drill during our Beladi practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b388f52d-9480-48b5-96e7-87ad0fd966fc) - [Video: Serving curves, control, and pure fire. This combination of snake hips, Maya, and Taqsim movements looks so good on them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c50edddb-c3c5-4bc7-8a75-03a5aaff930e) - [Video: Today’s class was a delight! We explored the playful rhythms of hip shimmies and circles, painting a masterpiece of movement and joy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb659d3e-be5d-4f33-83ac-af3709a27fc0) - [Video: Sometimes our hips just have a mind of their own, and that's when the real fun starts! A candid moment of laughter and dance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cd751f83-9668-4719-96fa-0e39336d853b) - [Video: Caught in the moment! My students are mastering the art of the shimmy, and their energy and smiles light up the entire room.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d7adf8cb-be28-407d-86f6-c8bdb4cf767e) - [Video: Shake it off with a strong shimmy, like nobody’s watching! A fun drill to build stamina and control.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e14fdbda-034c-406a-b9c1-aff6674ee679) - [Video: Just a simple, happy moment from class, practicing our shimmies and enjoying the movement together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e214f26a-35e1-460a-9eef-106c9cd91cd1) - [Video: Spinning wild and feeling free! This is your reminder that you can be your own beautiful storm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e309a64c-b86c-49a4-8d95-12bea0efc524) - [Video: Seeing my students improvise and just feel the music is pure bliss. Their progress and confidence shine through.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e96d2466-fc15-4fdc-b634-8e07a54bb2e5) - [Video: While some spend their Sundays chilling, we spend ours dancing! Here we are layering footwork with chest shimmies and hip lifts like pros.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb383924-e054-49d4-84c7-b87701f3a84a) - [Video: A little bit of love for chest diamonds and hip drops. These sharp, precise movements are so satisfying to master.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fe6d4b83-fe28-4fad-96da-45305a363fe7) ## About Core Belly Dance Techniques Ever wonder how we master those tricky hip figure 8s without feeling like a tangle of nerves? We actually use the studio walls to help you find your posture and isolate your muscles correctly. It is exactly how we turn 'I have two left feet' into a smooth, hypnotic flow, and honestly, you will be surprised at how quickly your body gets the rhythm. Belly dance is way more than just steps—it is about finding your rhythm and letting your soul shine. At Azaya, we focus on the core techniques that make the dance look effortless. Whether we are drilling the 'Chu Chu Shimmy' or practicing clean undulations, our sessions are all about muscle control and body confidence. ### Why Our Approach Works We specialize in Indian fusion belly dance. This means we take classical moves and mix them with the high-energy vibe of Bollywood and traditional belly dance foundations. You are not just learning to dance; you are building core strength, coordination, and a serious dose of self-love. ### What You Will Master - **Isolation drills:** We spend time on hips and chests so you can control specific muscles. - **The Basics:** Figure 8s, camels, and shimmies that form the foundation of Raqs Sharqi and other styles. - **Prop Play:** Once you have the core down, we bring in veils, cymbals, and swords to add that extra layer of drama. Our studios in Jayanagar, Malleshwaram, and Sahakarnagar are designed to be your happy place. We use suspended flooring to protect your knees and keep the vibe judgment-free. Whether you are a total beginner who has never danced or someone looking to refine their technique, my girls and I are ready to welcome you into our squad. It is not just about getting toned—it is about finding your tribe and having a blast while you are at it. Come join a weekend batch and let’s get moving together! ## About Azaya I started Azaya as a happy place for women to just be themselves. Whether you are a complete beginner or ready to level up your technique, I am here to cheer you on as you fall in love with your own body and rhythm. 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