Tamsyn is a tribal fusion and American cabaret bellydance performer and teacher currently based in Edinburgh, UK. Schooled from an early age in ballet, Russian character dance, and modern jazz, she has also cross-trained in yoga, flamenco, ice dancing, competition cheerleading, and martial arts. Tamsyn sees bellydance as an expression of individuality, an outlet for creativity and a rejoicing in the female form. It is also a celebration of community.
Tamsyn took her first lesson in bellydance when she was ten years old after her family moved to San Francisco. She started performing with her sister at haflas and parties when she was eleven, and followed her mother to some of the world’s largest bellydance festivals. Since then Tamsyn has performed in the UK, USA and Japan at private functions, haflas and weddings, and currently performs locally around Scotland.
Her teaching style focuses on clear breakdown of movements and understanding of body mechanics that prevent injury and improve dance form. She encourages questions, is happy to accompany dance steps with information about how to train and strengthen muscles required for each move, and fosters a fun and supportive class atmosphere. Her diverse background in dance and physical training enriches and informs her instruction.
