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Mayada's Bellydance is a renowned dance school located in Mississauga, offering bellydance classes for all levels. With a focus on promoting the art of bellydancing, the school has recently introduced new beginner bellydance courses, as well as classes specifically designed for kids and teens.
The founder of Mayada's Bellydance, Meagan Mayada Hesham, discovered Middle Eastern dance at the age of fifteen in 1994 and has since become a dynamic teacher, popular performer, creative choreographer, and the creator and editor of Canada's first bellydance magazine. Meagan has taught bellydance classes at various prestigious venues, including Arabesque Academy, the Royal Ontario Museum, Ryerson University, and York University. She also ran her own dance and fitness studio in Toronto for over a decade.
With a background and studies in fitness and personal training, Meagan brings a unique perspective on the anatomy of movement to her teaching, allowing students to learn the technique of bellydancing effectively. She is passionate about helping women find time for themselves, reconnect with their bodies, and discover the transformative power of dance.
Meagan has performed as a soloist and lead dancer with Arabesque Dance Company, showcasing her talent across Canada and the United States. Some of her performance highlights include opening for esteemed Arabic artists such as Wael Kfoury, Assi Helani, George Wassouf, and Ragheb Alameh, as well as dancing at the Egyptian Exhibit at the Royal Ontario Museum and Caravan/Toronto (Cairo & Istanbul).
At Mayada's Bellydance, students can expect a supportive and engaging learning environment where they can explore the art of bellydancing, improve their technique, and express themselves through movement. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer, Mayada's Bellydance has something to offer for everyone looking to embrace the beauty of this ancient art form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Join our 6-week Beginner Bellydance Course to learn undulations, shimmies, and more in Egyptian style raqs sharqi. You can find upcoming course dates on the Spring 2026 class schedule and register online.
Yes, you can book private group party classes with Mayada, or choose private one-on-one classes with personalized Bellydance Personal Training System support. You can also have Mayada bring the class to your venue.
Next courses include Thursdays 6 to 7pm starting June 11, Saturdays 11am to 12pm starting June 20, and Mondays 6 to 7pm starting June 29. Register online when you are ready to join.

