The ancient art of Middle Eastern Dance, That mysterious feminine past time that has thousands of Australian women donning their hipscarves and swaying to the sultry sounds of far away music.

While the true origins and purpose behind this ancient art from are obscure,its health benefits and celebration of the female form in all its diversity can not be denied.

Bellydance(aka Middle Eastern Dance) is above all a language. It is the language of being a woman, of lyrics being sung, rhythms and instruments being played. It is a visual representation of music. Bellydance tells the story of woman and all her moods. Shy and retiring, free spirited and wild, soft and alluring, sultry and tempting, strong and assertive.

 Dancing Tiger invites you to come along and explore this wonderful art form in the privacy of the studio under the guidance of patient and experienced teachers. Discover the many different cultures that make up the Middle East, Asia, North Africa and the Mediteranian. Taste their food, learn some of their customs and listen to their wonderful music.

Improve your fitness, coordination and develop your self love and esteem as Bellydance takes you to places you never thought you'd visit both on a physical and personal level. Take that hour off just once per week to forget the stresses of modern life (partner, job, kids, dishes) and just celebrate being you! Recharge your battery and nurture your soul at Dancing Tiger Belly Dance.

We offer everything from a wiggle and giggle through to professional training with Ipswich's only Professional Bellydance Troupe, Zarabanda. Along with a wide supportive network of like minded women and several social events throughout the year. Please take a minute to peruse our site and see all the wonderful things we have to offer!