Kalyani began dancing about 7 years ago as a fun way to get in shape. What she discovered was a beautiful art form that changed her life. With no former dance experience and two left feet, bellydance has taught her grace and brought her a great deal of joy.
Bellydance has also provided a wonderful opportunity for Kalyani to express herself artistically though both choreography and costume making. She displays her light-hearted spirit through in her dancing and often chooses music that is fun or slightly comical. She is a true girly-girl at heart and is drawn to the the femine cabaret style of belly dance. Kalyani also has an intense attraction to “sparkly things” which she believes is genetic.
Bellydance has also provided a wonderful opportunity for Kalyani to express herself artistically though both choreography and costume making. She displays her light-hearted spirit through in her dancing and often chooses music that is fun or slightly comical. She is a true girly-girl at heart and is drawn to the the femine cabaret style of belly dance. Kalyani also has an intense attraction to “sparkly things” which she believes is genetic.
She has studied diligently under the guidance of some of Maine’s best instructors, including Josie Conte, Jamileh, Marianna and Jessica Means. She has also had the opportunity to take workshops with well-known dancers including Mira Betz, Nourhan Sharif and Amaya. She has performed locally at the Center for Cultural Exchange, the St. Lawrence Community Arts Center, various community events and festivals, as well as several private venues. She teaches beginner level classes in the Portland area.
Kalyani also serves as the web mistress for Naya's Trance!
