Anahita Dance Class For Persian and Belly Dance in GTA
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Anahita
Dance Class
Experience the richness of Persian dance and learn more about the great culture of Persia through this dance style.
Call: +1 416 878 7307
More Than 25 Years Experience
Anahita Dance Class presents classes for Persian and Belly dance.
Learn about unique styles of Persian dance, including lovely expressive hands,
eyes and face. As the class progresses students will learn structured choreography.
Easy To Book
Book your class quickly with just a quick phone call.
Flexible Hours
We will be ready when you are.
Phone/WhatsApp:
+1 416 878 7307
Personalized Sessions
Thoughtfully tailored sessions crafted around your skills and preferences.
Persian Dance
Persian dance refers to the dance styles indigenous to the area known as Iran. In the Persian language dance is Raghs or Raqs, and is also referred to as Gher Dadan. What it is called and the style is different depending on the area, culture, and language of the local people. For example, the Kord or Kurd call dance Halperke.
The kind of dancing found in most cities and among the diaspora is called ‘raghs’ or ‘gher dadan’ in Persian. It is almost entirely performed to 6\8 time signatures (called “shish o hasht”) and is the only dance that is performed and known by all Iranian peoples regardless of ethnicity. The dance itself is highly individualistic and also heavily relies on solo improvisation performances much like all other Iranian art forms such as music, etc.
Belly Dance
Belly Dance is a “Western”-coined name for a traditional “West Asian” dance, especially raqs sharqi. It is sometimes also called Middle Eastern dance or Arabic dance in the West.
The term “Belly Dance” is a translation of the French “danse du ventre” which was applied to the dance in the Victorian era. It is something of a misnomer as every part of the body is involved in the dance; the most featured body part is usually the hips. Belly dance takes many different forms depending on the country and region, both in costume and dance style, and new styles have evolved in the West as its popularity has spread globally. Although contemporary forms of the dance have generally been performed by women, some of the dances, particularly the cane dance, have origins in male forms of performance.
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Ava-Richmond Hill
“I’ve taken many dance classes over the years, but this Anahita stands out. Her patience, expertise, and positive energy make every class enjoyable and inspiring. I’ve gained confidence, improved my technique, and made wonderful friends along the way.”
Sara – Thornhill
“An incredible teacher who makes everyone feel welcome, regardless of experience level. Her passion for dance is contagious, and she has a unique ability to bring out the best in every student.”
Jude – Toronto
“The classes are not just about learning dance moves—they’re about building confidence, fitness, and self-expression. I always leave feeling energized, empowered, and excited for the next class.”
Azi – Aurora
“Anahita’s attention to detail and dedication to her students are unmatched. She creates a supportive environment where learning feels natural and fun. I highly recommend her classes to anyone interested in dance.”
Kevin & Sherry
“Anahita helped us for our wedding dance which made our wedding a real blessing”
Irene – Newmarket
“From my very first class, I felt comfortable and encouraged. Anahita breaks down each movement clearly and makes learning enjoyable. My confidence and dance skills have improved tremendously.”
