Nancy Thomas-Brennan (Shakira) has been studying belly dance for 20 years and has been an instructor for 16.  Her experience dancing with the Al-Arz Lebanese folk dance group in her early 20’s and her childhood world traveling developed her as a supporter of the creative arts from all cultures. 

Her progression through teaching allowed her to open her own studio in 2000 and enticed her to become certified as a specialized fitness instructor as well.  Balancing the creative aspects of belly dance and the physical benefits has been an important mission for Nancy.  She has a B.A. in Psychology and has used her education in this field to create a worthwhile and uplifting class routine that allows her students to learn bellydance in a positive, fun, and supportive atmosphere.  Over the years, there has been a huge surge of interest in this ancient art form and it has become very popular in the Ottawa. Nancy invites you to give belly dance a try.  It is a low impact highly expressive fitness alternative that can be enjoyed equally by novices and professionals alike. 

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