Experienced tutor in Dance in Highland, Amanda offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Excellent coach for a self-conscious newbie! I've been so grateful to be taking belly dancing lessons from Shyama for the majority of this year. It began as an activity that my future mother-in-law and I could do together for fun and a way for me to interact with Shyama even though we were no longer at the same workplace, but it turned into so much more. The first time I tried belly dancing, I could barely do a hip slide. Now I am putting together sequences of moves in dance routines. Shyama is extremely patient, always letting me try steps over and over until I feel comfortable. She always has a pleasant demeanor and has great ways of describing moves, especially if I'm not getting it and a more creative explanation has to be used. Belly dancing is difficult and can be hard for someone, especially if they are not comfortable with their body. Shyama makes me feel at ease and more comfortable expressing myself with my body, which is a beautiful thing! Also, she is an incredible dancer herself but very humble. She also invites her students to belly dancing events, which is very inclusive of her, recognizing that all who are interested in the art of belly dance have something to contribute to the community's belly dancing culture.

Wonderful instructor and passionate dancer! I took private belly dance lessons with Mandy earlier this year and loved every minute of it! She has a real passion for dance and it shows in her work. Although feeling a little self conscious at times dancing in front of her, she always made me feel comfortable and relaxed. Her skill is astounding (just ask to watch HER!) and it was so much fun to learn from a girl who loves what she does.

Shyama is a gem! She is very professional, positive and knowledgeable. She advocates for positive body image for women, which has helped my self esteem. I just started doing belly dance workouts throughout the week with Shyama's assistance about a month ago simply with the goal to lead a healthier lifestyle (I'm sick of gyms). The side benefits are I am having a lot of fun and I've lost weight! Thank you Shyama :)

Awesome performer and a great teacher!! I enjoy all of the Fusion Fire classes I do and i can’t wait to do more! Hopefully, one day, I will be as good as she is.

Super talented dancer.
Always puts on a great show.

Absolutely stunning performer with an innovative and unique take on bellydancing!

Shyama is an excellent teacher! She is very informative about her creative style of dance. She is very paitent with her students and overall all joy to work with!

Lots of content at varying skill levels. Instruction is very clear. Always willing to add content based on user suggestions. Great communication whenever there's an issue.

She has material for all levels of proficiency, and tailors her approach for each level. For beginners she goes into great detail on how to perform each move, and for advanced material she keeps it moving. She's funny and charming and I love dancing with her!