Heidi Alexander
2:00-3:30
About Heidi Alexander:
The first instructor of Tribal Style Bellydance in the Phoenix area, Heidi Alexander has been teaching, performing and training dancers in the art of Bellydance since 1990. Her unique style combines elements of American Tribal Style, Tribal Fusion, Cabaret and African dance, creating a high-energy blend of Bellydance that exudes pure joy. Heidi has studied with and been inspired by such names as Gypsy Caravan, FatChanceBellyDance, Zafira, Urban Tribal, Unmata and so many others.
Embodying the grace of the serpent, Heidi is known for her community spirit and originality in props and style.
Highly sought-after as an instructor and performer, Heidi has been sponsored for workshops all over the United States, including Rakkasah, TribalFest, TribalQuest NorthWest, Spirit of the Tribes and more. Internationally, she has brought her unique style of Tribal Bellydance to the United Kingdom, Ireland, Japan and Spain.
Her troupe Domba! was awarded the prestigious "Troupe of the Year" Award from Zaghareet Magazine in 2006.
Based in Tempe, Arizona, Heidi opened the Valley's first Tribal Bellydance Studio in 2002, featuring top-notch instructors and performers, and creating a tight-knit community of dancers. This community aspect of the dance continues to evolve and grow among the local performers and musicians, creating a legacy of a support and working together to further the love of the dance. Domba! and Arizona are internationally recognized as creating one of the most loving and connected communities in Tribal Bellydance.
