“We had the most amazing teacher. She runs the Rochester International Dance Studio, and was as gracious and beautiful as the dance itself. She took the time to explain the history of, the art to and the beauty that is belly dancing. She even did a performance for us which we watched as she put… [Continue Reading]
“Sadiya’s instruction embraces the incredible truth that women of all ages and backgrounds are unique and beautiful! She provides each individual with special attention and positive feedback. Her classes are a fun and joyful exploration of the fine art of belly dance.” – Kim
“Thank you Terri, you are truly a wonderful person, you are the first person I talked with when I was interested in taking classes at the studio and while I still had to get over a lot of my initial fear, you are a very important part of my feeling more confident with dance and… [Continue Reading]
“Thanks for letting me dance and learn from you. This is a blessing to me more then I can put into words.” Student of Sadiya
“You and your staff are absolutely wonderful. The atmosphere is a always positive, I really appreciate your detail teaching on the history and mechanics of the belly dance, your attention to each student and very welcoming spirit. Your studio is clean and warm, I really enjoy it!” Lisa
For the last two years, as coordinator of the Artistage portion of the annual Artigras Arts festival here in Rochester, it has been my pleasure to hire the Shaia Dance Collective to be the closing act for the festival. Both of these performances have been spectacular,
“Mahalo nui loa (Thank You) for adding to the geniune tropical and neighborly feel of RLuau.” –Renee Jones Lafflam, RNeighbors
“Thank you and your sisters for being a part of our first annual Sakatah Arts Experience. I cannot find the words to express what an important part of the experience you expressed and shared with our audience and vendors. I hope you might see the emotion I feel in my heart. “I have to admit… [Continue Reading]
“I love the hip shimmy. Terri is very nice and she has great belly dance moves.” –A child in one of Terri’s belly dance classes for children
“My daughter’s party was the culmination of a year of loving, body-positive fun and learning.” –Rachel Farber
“Sadiya’s instruction embraces the incredible truth that women of all ages and backgrounds are unique and beautiful! She provides each individual with special attention and positive feedback. Her classes are a fun and joyful exploration of the fine art of belly dance.” – Kim
“Thank you Terri, you are truly a wonderful person, you are the first person I talked with when I was interested in taking classes at the studio and while I still had to get over a lot of my initial fear, you are a very important part of my feeling more confident with dance and more confident in life. Read more…
