About Us

About_Us

Nathalie Belly dance Instructor

About the Founder: DreamsBellydance was founded in May of 2003. Nathalie Zarate the founder and organizer of DBA  is a professional bellydance performer, choreographer, producer, instructor, and just recently became a book author publishing the “Bellydance Secrets Revealed E-book” . Most importantly Nathalie is a devoted and passionate dancer that continues to share her passion with others… She began her dance training at the young age of 4. Nathalie studied ballet, jazz, tango, contemporary, modern, Argentinean Folk, Flamenco, and ice skating. From an early age, Nathalie found her passion among artists, music, and dance. She found herself delighted by Middle Eastern dance and culture at the age of 14. As her dance education expanded, Nathalie became one of South Florida’s acclaimed performers and dance instructors. With her beautiful, soulful, and passionate style  at the age of 19, Nathalie started teaching bellydance classes locally. After receiving so much love and dedication from her students she decided to create and produced her own dance productions. In 2003 Nathalie organized her first dance production and called it DreamsBellydance. Ever since, DreamsBellydance productions have being growing immensely. Providing quality and high scale productions, Nathalie and her dance team are one of South Florida’s favorite. Over the years, Nathalie has worked really hard to bring the BEST of Middle Eastern dance to South Florida. Even thought this is DreamsBellydance first actual location, our resume is impressive & extensive. Nathalie was the winner of the second runner up in The Miss Bellydance USA Competition 2004, in Portland Oregon, and in 2006 she was selected by the Bellydance Superstars in the auditions held in Miami. Between the years of 2005 and 2006 Nathalie was also selected to be the opening act for famous Lebanese singer Melhem Barakat and Wael Kfoury in their concert in South Florida. Nathalie was featured in many music videos and Television shows such as, Timberland’s Music Video (Indian Flute), R- Kelly’s Music video (Whine for me), MTV music Award 2005, Opening Act for the Cirque du Soleil “KA” in Las Vegas and Fox Sports awards. She has also performed for many celebrities like Shaquille O’Neil, Gloria Stefan, Emilio Stefan, Jason Taylor, Method man, Alonzo Mourning and many more. She was recently featured in a belly dance festival in Italy, she traveled intensively for 10 days througout Europe teaching and performing.

Instructors:

(Meet our Staff)

Belly dance for Kids

Children instructor

Amida: (Children instructor)
Born in the Dominican Republic, Amida is a multifaceted dancer and performer. She began her Belly Dancing career in 2000 under the direction of internationally renowned dancer Virginia. Amida quickly became one of the original members and a principal dancer of the incomparable dance company ‘Wa Nour Al Ayun’. She has received the honor of performing for many noted celebrities of which include Gloria Estefan, the group N’Sync, the Miami Heat team, and the Hilton family. Amida was one of the first contestants from Florida asked to perform on FOX’s hit TV show “So you think you can dance” and has appeared on the widely popular Univision show “Sabado Gigante” and Vh1′s “The fabulous life: Miami”. Along with Wa Nour Al Ayun, Amida has performed in theater productions in France, Egypt, New York, Texas and Argentina.
Her classes showcase her proficient understanding of Arabic rhythms and culture. In her Kid’s Belly Dance, she combines her love of dance and children to conduct classes that are fun,educational, and encouraging.

Annemarie

Annemarie

Annemarie: (Level 1- 2 & open class instructor)
Annemarie is our level 1 instructor; she has been studying belly dancing under the instruction of Nathalie since she was 10 years old.  Nathalie took Annemarie under her wings and trained her for performances and instruction. Annemarie, started performing with Nathalie at the age of 12 when she saw the passion and talent of this young dancer.  Trained in different areas of dance, like jazz, hip-hop, and modern, gave Annemarie the proper discipline and technique to pursue belly dancing as a career. Annemarie is also proud to say that she is the Captain of her cheerleading team in school. Annemarie teaches Nathalie’s method of belly dance and she is also part of Nathalie’s training team at Dreamsbellydance Academy. Check out Annemarie’s classes here in our studio!!

 

 

Mission Statement: In the Dreamsbellydance Academy we are committed to teach belly dance as an art form. Working from a standardized curriculum, Nathalie emphasizes strong technique, individual expression, and contextual awareness of Middle Eastern dance and music. While each teacher has his or her own unique style and strengths, in DreamsBellydance Academy every teacher will share a syllabus to ensure a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to belly dance instruction. We are committed to help woman feel good about themselves, get in shape, learn how to dance, get in touch with your femininity, and get involved in the world of dance and fun!