Brilliant Bellydancer with April Rose

Life Update: Ursula Performance, Mom Life, and New Studio 28.05.2026 23min

I have a lot to share with you in my newest tearful and revealing podcast episode.During this 23 minute chat I talk about:The ability of the creative process to show you how powerful you areRefusing to use dance as a site for self harmNavigating chapters of life where you don’t recognize yourselfFinding the hope and self-belief to build a new lifeSearching for balance between being a parent and an artistReflections on the dark goddessHow I feel about the debut performance of my Ursula-inspired bellydanceWhat I'm excited to create with you in my new dance studio🫣 I almost didn’t release this episode but something inside me said there are other dancers out there who need to hear it.By the way!There are still a few spots left in my drum solo choreography workshop this Sunday!12 months access to the workshop recordings are included with enrollment!And all workshop participants are welcome to perform this choreography anywhere they like (this high energy impressive dance is SUPER useful if you are a gigging performer!) ENROLL HERE: https://aprilrose.samcart.com/products/drum-solo-workshopAnd if you don't live near Austin but you still want to learn and perform the drum solo: you can learn it inside my self-study online program Brilliant Bellydancer, my teacher training online coaching program Boss Bellydancer, and on Datura Online as well!Sending you so much love,April Rose_______________________Resources + Links:🔥 Watch my FREE tell-all masterclass for current and aspiring professional bellydancers where I share exactly how I built my profitable, enjoyable, impactful bellydance business on part-time hours without sacrificing my personal life or financial goals.https://bossbellydancer.com/freemasterclass/_______________________👀 Get instant access to my free masterclassto learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...https://brilliantbellydancer.com/masterclass/_______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!https://brilliantbellydancer.com/framedrumforbellydancewithaprilrose/_______________________💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.https://brilliantbellydancer.com/_______________________⭐️ Join us inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!https://bossbellydancer.com/_______________________🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs.https://brilliantbellydancer.com/shop/_______________________🌹 Dance with me in-person at Rose Movement Studio in Austin Texas!http://rosemovementstudio.com_______________________💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!https://aprilrose.dance/subscribe_______________________🌹 - April Rosehttps://aprilrose.dance/_______________________

Bellydancers: Boss Up or Burn Out! 03.02.2026 26min

In this podcast episode I announce my new free live masterclass happening soon! I tell you who the class is for and what I’ll be teaching so you can decide if it’s something you want to give your time to. (If you are a professional bellydancer then you’ll want to come so make sure to register TODAY!)🔥 I am teaching a new FREE live masterclass soon! Bellydancers: Boss Up or Burn Out!How to build your profitable, enjoyable, impactful bellydance business on part-time hours without sacrificing your personal life or financial goals.Join me for this FREE masterclass and live Q&A happening soon!(Limited-time replay will be available.)➡️ Register for the FREE LIVE masterclass!Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/bossbellydancerAnd if you have any questions you want me to answer in the upcoming masterclass, don’t hesitate to email me or DM me on IG !Warmly,April Rose 🌹_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my free masterclassto learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!_______________________💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum._______________________⭐️ Join us inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!_______________________🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs._______________________💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!🌹 -April Rose

Announcing Boss Bellydancer 15.01.2026 23min

In this podcast I announce my new group coaching program, Boss Bellydancer, and explain everything about it (and how to join for the best price ever)!⭐️ I will be opening my new mastermind for professional bellydancers soon!Inside my new Boss Bellydancer program you get all the education, support, feedback, templates, and community you need to become a certified Dance Cohesion trained teacher and create your thriving bellydance business without burning out!➡️ Get on the waitlist for Boss Bellydancer for access to VIP bonuses when we open the doors! 🔥 I am teaching a new FREE live masterclass soon!Bellydancers: Boss Up or Burn Out!How to build your profitable, enjoyable, impactful bellydance business on part-time hours without sacrificing your personal life or financial goals.Join me for this FREE masterclass and live Q&A happening soon!(Limited-time replay will be available.)➡️ Register for the FREE LIVE masterclass!And if you have any questions you want me to answer in the upcoming masterclass, don’t hesitate to email me or DM me on IG !Warmly,April Rose 🌹PSWatch my short & binge-able video series sharing behind the scenes of my creative process as I create my new fusion bellydance act inspired by Ursula. 🐙💋🐚Pick your favorite platform to watch the video series on:Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTubeRead the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/bossbellydancer_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my free masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!_______________________💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum._______________________⭐️ Join us inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!_______________________🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs._______________________💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!🌹 - April Rose

Behind the scenes: Creating my new Ursula-inspired bellydance 07.01.2026 7min

In this podcast and video series I am inviting you to look behind the curtain as I create my new solo fusion bellydance act!(And I announce some exciting new offers coming soon!)In my new short & binge-able video series, I'm sharing behind the scenes of my creative process as I create my new fusion bellydance act inspired by Ursula. 🐙💋🐚I'm inspired by Ursula's villainous nature, her desire for power, her wisdom, and her style!In the first few videos I share my ideas for the character, makeup, and costume!Enjoy this peek behind the curtain! 👀Pick your favorite platform to watch the video series on:Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube⭐️ I will be opening my new mastermind for professional bellydancers soon!Inside my new Boss Bellydancer program you get all the education, support, feedback, templates, and community you need to become a certified Dance Cohesion trained teacher and create your thriving bellydance business without burning out!➡️ Get on the waitlist for Boss Bellydancer for access to VIP bonuses when we open the doors! 🔥 I am teaching a new FREE live masterclass soon!Bellydancers: Boss Up or Burn Out!How to build your profitable, enjoyable, impactful bellydance business on part-time hours without sacrificing your personal life or financial security.Join me for this FREE masterclass and live Q&A happening soon!(Limited-time replay will be available.)➡️ Register for the FREE LIVE masterclass!And if you have any questions you want me to answer in the upcoming masterclass, don’t hesitate to email me or DM me on IG !Warmly,April Rose 🌹_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclassto learn my “5 Secrets to Being a Confident Versatile Bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...”_______________________🥁 Get Frame Drum for Bellydanceto discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!_______________________💎 Join Us Inside Brilliant BellydancerThe premiere self-study online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance!Technique. Improvisation. Choreography. Finger cymbals. Frame drum._______________________⭐️ Become a Professional Bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss BellydancerThe most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!_______________________🛍️ Visit the Shopto check out all our online courses and programs_______________________💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!_______________________🌹 - April Rose

Frame Drum for Bellydance 10.11.2025 13min

When you drum and dance simultaneously you quickly access the flow state. A state of existing in and expanding the present moment. You are spending time in deep connection with your body.In our increasingly digital and solitary world, we need more ways of deeply connecting with our bodies. Not more ways of numbing out, but more ways of feeling in.The way you feel is your gift to others. When you are tapped in to a present state of safety and calm, not only does it unlock creativity within you, it radiates outward and helps others as well.I want everyone to experience this calming creative joyful medicine, so I’m FINALLY making my best workshops on frame drum for bellydance available to everyone who needs it!I am releasing my Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle so that you can play frame drum while bellydancing, too!This workshop bundle will teach you how to:Play bellydance rhythms on frame drum in upright styleAdd bellydance to your frame drum playingEven if you have never bellydanced or played frame drum before, Frame Drum for Bellydance is going to make it so much simpler and faster for you to start drumming while dancing!➡️ Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle for just $34 now!_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my “5 Secrets to Being a Confident Versatile Bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)...”_______________________🥁 Get Frame Drum for Bellydanceto discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!_______________________💎 Join Us Inside Brilliant BellydancerThe premiere self-study online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance!Technique. Improvisation. Choreography. Finger cymbals. Frame drum._______________________⭐️ Become a Professional Bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss BellydancerThe most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!_______________________🛍️ Visit the Shopto check out all our online courses and programs_______________________💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!_______________________🌹 - April Rose

Brilliant Bellydancer Is Here! Answering Your Questions About My Self-Study Program 09.07.2025 51min

In this podcast I answer your questions about my new program, Brilliant BellydancerThe premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance:Every single thing you need to build the skills and knowledge to be a confident versatile bellydancer: Technical skill. Improvisation. Choreography creation. Finger cymbals. Frame drum. Historical knowledge. Musical intelligence.I answer your questions:“What’s included in the Brilliant Bellydancer program?”“Why is the program 12 months? Is that enough time to finish the curriculum?”“Who is the program for? Will it work for you?”“How is Brilliant Bellydancer different from my other programs?”“What is the price and what are the payment options?”Read the full article at: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/brilliant-bellydancer-faq_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!_______________________💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum._______________________⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!_______________________🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs._______________________💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!🌹 - April Rose_______________________

Bellydance Party Trick: Sabrage ️ 02.07.2025

Try THIS impressive party trick at the next event where you are hired to bellydance and “wow” them when you open a bottle of champagne with your SWORD!

My Story: Lessons Learned from 26 Years in Bellydance 25.06.2025 37min

From touring the globe to running a dance studio and more, there have been so many magical chapters!Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/mystory_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!_______________________💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum._______________________⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!_______________________🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs._______________________💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!🌹 - April Rose_______________________

All About My New Program “Brilliant Bellydancer” 18.06.2025 41min

In this podcast episode I give some personal and dance life updates (spoiler: I did a tour gig in Guadalajara with my 8 month old baby in tow! Dancer-Mom bucket list item checked off. ✅)I also tell you everything you need to know about my new self-study online program: Brilliant BellydancerThe premiere self-study online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum.Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/brilliantbellydancer_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclassto learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!_______________________💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum._______________________⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!_______________________🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs._______________________💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!🌹 - April Rose_______________________

5 Pros & Cons of Being a Professional Bellydancer 15.07.2024 35min

Some of these will surprise you!Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/5-pros-and-cons-of-being-a-professional-bellydancer_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!_______________________💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum._______________________⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!_______________________🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs._______________________💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!🌹 - April Rose_______________________

4 Secrets of Solo Improvisation 14.07.2024 26min

The Bold Bellydancer Shift 14.07.2024 17min

The world of bellydance is changing and so are we. Those who are leaning into their authenticity are leading right now! Here's how...Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/2022/12/27/-how-to-become-a-bold-bellydancer_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!_______________________💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum._______________________⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!_______________________🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs._______________________💌 Get my Newsletter for access to VIP bonuses!🌹 - April Rose

My pregnancy, labor, and postpartum experience as a bellydancer 12.07.2024 46min

As a professional bellydancer, I was worried what pregnancy, labor, and postpartum would do to my body, identity, and career. Despite some of my fears coming true, the experience of giving birth has actually helped me reach a new level of personal power and self love.‍ ‍I am sharing the raw and real details of what I experienced and learned throughout the birth process, through a dancer’s lens.My birth story is not just for birthing people. This story is for anyone who needs bravery and inspiration to do something scaryhas a body that is requiring rehabilitationfinds themself in a new role and identityI even share an effective exercise you can do TODAY for building self trust and bravery!Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/pregnancy-labor-postpartum-as-a-bellydancer_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclassto learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance workshop bundle to discover the full-bodied joy of being able to play frame drum and bellydance simultaneously!_______________________💎 Join us inside Brilliant Bellydancer, the premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum._______________________⭐️ Become a professional bellydancer (without burning out!) inside Boss Bellydancer, the most comprehensive performer and teacher training program for current and aspiring professional bellydancers!_______________________🛒 Visit the Shop for all our online courses and programs._______________________💌 Get my Newsletterfor access to VIP bonuses!🌹 - April Rose_______________________

⭐️ The ONE thing stopping you from going pro 11.07.2024

and it’s something you can change TODAY

✅ 7 Ways to Practice Correctly 10.07.2024

so you get good FAST

✨ 10 ways to make your dance practice fun! 09.07.2024

Having fun is truly the fastest and most effective way to master a skill!

8 Boundary Setting Tips Every Bellydancer Needs to Know 08.07.2024

Only 50% of your performance is about how well you dance. Here’s the rest of the skills you need to have.

3 Myths You Probably Believe About Fusion Bellydance Improvisation 07.07.2024

the misconceptions that are holding you back

The Ultimate Guide to Developing Your Artistic Voice 06.07.2024

It’s a lot easier than you think