Fire Bellydance Fusion with Purna Shakti

Learn the mystical and beautiful bellydance through a fusion of palm candle choreography derived from Tribal, Flamenco, and Gypsy dance styles.

Each student will receive a pair of locally-made palm candles, a design inspired by Purna Shakti, handcrafted specifically for Fire BellyDance Fusion students. Additionally, all students receive free entry + fuel at SpinCo's "Prop-toberfest" Pop Up & Spin held at the same location, same day, from 5pm- 7pm.

Traditional Live Music by Yajna
Yanni Papadopoulos, sitar
Stephen Rossmeisl, drums

Click here for a demonstration of Purna Shakti's performance style.

Indoor studio learning with mirrors and hardwood flooring. Students should wear comfy cotton clothing. Snacks and water provided. No wick lighting during instruction. Students will have the opportunity to light up their palm torches immediately following the workshop.

Free street parking. West Philly venue easily accessed via public transportation.
Recommended for ages 10+. All students will be required to sign this waiver upon arrival.

• Purna Shakti will have traditional handmade jewelry for sale on-site.

• The Playing Mantis will on-site selling a variety of unique fire torch-style props including special hands-free magnetic torches, perfect for the elaborate bellydance.

• Bliss Superfoods vegan food bars and shakes will be available for purchase.

About Purna Shakti

Purna Shakti is a certified Yoga Siromani (Sivananda TTC Madurai, India) and International performing artist based in India. She combines teachings learned from a variety of cultural influences around the world. She studies with Masters including Zoe Jakes, featured performer for Beats Antique, and Anita Sapera, traditional Rajashtani Kalbelia (Gypsy) dancer, along with many international teachers including Sharon Kihara and Kami Liddle.

Purna Shakti studies Odissi, bellydance, Tribal Fusion, Kalbelia, hoop dance, Persian dance, and fire dancing, but specializes in Fusion bellydance- a combination of hula hoop dance, bellydance fusion (Hip hoop), fire bellydance fusion, and other circus and fire acts. Master of Sacred arts of Yoga, meditation, and spiritual healing, Purna Shakti finds expression of these deep meanings through dance, performance, costume and jewelry creations.