Hello! My name is Mariza and I am a bellydance artist and instructor in the Ellicott City, MD area. I have over 15 years of bellydance experience: performing as a soloist and with groups; teaching classes and directing troupes; and producing dance events (concerts). Click here to view my dance CV.
Aliceanna and I make up the award-winning duo, io. We also co-host the All Seasons Hafla, a casual community bellydance show. I LOVE working with groups and creating art together!
I believe that every body has the right to movement and creative expression. I’m committed to creating a positive, inclusive environment–be it in class or a show–where all people can experience the joy of dance.
I am a certified Bellydance Cohesion Stage 1 instructor. Bellydance Cohesion is a comprehensive bellydance program created by April Rose. It brings together some of the most fascinating and enjoyable aspects of bellydance: movement, music, and history. Classic and current styles. Body, mind, and heart. I am excited to share this program with you!
You can email me at mariza@marizadance.com if you want to get in touch.