Navel Gazers Belly Dance Melbourne

Mel is a beautiful dancer and teacher. Belly dance has been a essential tool in my healing journey. It has helped moved stagnant energy as well as taught me to relax my pelvis area which has been great for my post-partum healing. After 1 year of dancing I feel like a different person. It's never too late to start Belly Dancing! Thank you Mel!

It’s a testament to Mel that many of her students travel a fair distance from all corners of Melbourne to attend her classes. Her teaching style is encouraging but driven, covering necessary techniques while still having fun.
For those looking for something a little extra, join her tribal classes for another level of fun and exciting. I’m always looking forward to the next classes and hungry for more of this gorgeous art form.

Melusina is such a beautiful teacher and has been teaching for years. Her love of belly dancing shines through in the way she teaches and the way she dances. We always have fun, learn something new and we feel amazing at the end. Class time goes way too fast. I can't wait for the next session. Thank you Mel x

Learning belly dance had always seemed unattainable to me until I met Melusina! I have never seen any instructor break difficult belly dance moves into easy steps like Mel! She's so patient and professional that I've never seen her not smiling, no matter how wrong things go! She's a natural artist & so skilled and I love that her work embed both softness and playfulness of traditional Egyptian belly dance and the edge of modern tribal fusion. For me, our sessions are not just about learning a dance, but a form of moving meditation to be grounded & come back to my body from daily life challenges. Her instructions has also improved my posture, confidence and the way I present myself in life. I enjoy dancing with her so much that it's 100% worth the long drive for me!

After a year of Navel Gazers belly dance classes I can't say enough about how impressed I am with Melusina as a teacher. Her ability to skilfully explain techniques combined with her warmth and humour make every class a pleasure that lifts the spirit. She has total empathy for every student's level and confidence in their dancing. She corrects us very considerately and clearly loves to see us improve. I have had dozens of dance teachers in other styles over decades and Mel is outstanding among them as well as being a beautiful dancer and soul.

I've been dancing with Melusina at Navel Gazers for at least 3 years now and I cannot rate the classes high enough.
Mel is a fantastic teacher who not only has helped me to rebuild confidence in my dancing abilities but has also pushed me outside of my comfort zones in the most supportive and loving ways possible so I can reach my potential every time!
Thank you Mel! <3 <3

After a year of Navel Gazers belly dance classes I can't say enough about how impressed I am with Melusina as a teacher. Her ability to skilfully explain techniques combined with her warmth and humour make every class a pleasure that lifts the spirit. She has total empathy for every student's level and confidence in their dancing. She corrects us very considerately and clearly loves to see us improve. I have had dozens of dance teachers in other styles over decades and Mel is outstanding among them as well as being a beautiful dancer and soul.

I've been dancing with Melusina at Navel Gazers for at least 3 years now and I cannot rate the classes high enough.
Mel is a fantastic teacher who not only has helped me to rebuild confidence in my dancing abilities but has also pushed me outside of my comfort zones in the most supportive and loving ways possible so I can reach my potential every time!
Thank you Mel! <3 <3

Melusina’s teaching style is fun, professional and thorough. Melusina is so committed to her school, she puts on concerts twice a year which are so magical and a wonderful way to demonstrate all we have learned through the year. My dance class is often one of my favourite times of the week and I’m so grateful for all that Melusina does to make this possible.

Its great to learn from someone who is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about their craft. I definitely look forward to coming every week

Mel is a talented dancer and very helpful and thorough regarding practical and theory with each dance style offered at her classes. As a newbie I’m hooked.

Mel is really thorough and covers the right amount of techniques in every class to keep you coming back for more! I have thoroughly enjoyed her weekly lessons - they bring back the spark of energy to any dull work day.
(I also secretly enjoy watching her grace in belly dancing and want to be like her when i grow up)

I've just finished my first term of tribal fusion with Melusina and I feel like I've already learnt so much, I absolutely love it! Mel is a talented, thorough and captivating teacher and I'm so excited to continue dancing with her and this tribe. Can't wait to work my way through the levels as I'm happy to have found a welcoming and fun space to sink in and learn this beautiful art form. Big love!

I have done two terms of belly dancing with Mel, and I found her an absolute gem. Informative, positive and an all round great teacher. I have done a couple of different classes with different teachers over the years, and I really love her classes. I keep going back. What more is there to say.

I have been attending Navel Gazers Dance classes for a few years now and I am always learning something new. I felt welcomed from the first class and always have a lot of fun. As a dancer of some years I look for a challenge, professionalism and safety in dance classes and Melusina delivers. I walk away from every class inspired and empowered.

Mel is such an amazing talented belly dance teacher and friend! She is so passionate and skillful. Her dance is so beautiful, she has led me to an amazing belly dance world. I love it so much because of her influence. English is not my native language, so I always have questions about movements, but she is always so happy to explain and dance again and again for me until I understand. If you like belly dance and ever want a teacher and friend, Mel is definitely the best in town!