Oriental Dance Teacher /former Director of  Balloon/ Om Kalsoum Theatres  Cairo, Egypt

Prof. Dr. Hassan Khalil:

“Her movements and body is like a fish, fluid and soft.  Siobhan is a skillful and creative, professional dancer and teacher who brings together technique with feeling.  Through her studies in my oriental dance culture program, she understands  a deeper cultural knowledge and how it relates to the dance.  Her graceful movements reflect the meanings, gestures and history in the story of the dance.  Siobhan’s style is angelic and sensual.”

Founder of A-Z Bellydance Routines, Choreographer, Author, Event Producer, Cairo Egypt

Keti Sharif:

“Siobhan is a graceful, soulful dancer, who is dedicated to her art and combines her passion for dance with her gift as a healer.  Her dancing is a joy to watch and she brings years of study and travel experience into her art.  Siobhan- the artist, dancer, musician, and healer is well-read and enjoys the quest for knowledege.  I find that whatever she sets out to research she fully embraces, from its cultural roots to the deepest layers of the art.

I first met Siobhan is NYC, USA, when she joined the A-Z Teacher Training intensive and she later visited Egypt to participate in the A-Z Teacher’s Conference and experienced ‘real life’ in Cairo.  More recently, she has been a participant and guest performer at the Sphinx Festival, Egypt-where she attended seminars on Egyptology, Sacred Geometry, and the Dance Arts.  She graced us with a captivating classical performance on the ‘Fire Element’ night; under the full moon, overlooking the Pyramids of Giza.  Her  training in Egypt over the years; culminating years of study with various teachers including Hassan Khalil, have developed Siobhan’s sensitivity to Egyptian dance and she performs beautifully, with grace and connection to the source of the dance.”

Andrea Thornberry, Director of Heartland Humane Society Animal Shelter

“Siobhan has a sensitive and gentle soul.  Her talent for dance and music is matched by her generosity and willingness to share creative gifts of movement for the benefit of those without a voice.  Siobhan supports the animals of Benton County without homes by producing performance showcase fundraisers.  These benefit shows pack the venue and blow the audience away.  I love watching Siobhan dance.  Her performances are so artistic and joyful.  Siobhan and her dance students and colleagues create an environment of imagination and awe through their grace and creativity.  These showcase fundraisers bring in lots of financial donations to help Heartland’s furry residents find their new forever homes.  Heartland is grateful to Siobhan for supporting the animals of Benton County!”

Jo Morgan, student

“Siobhan’s dance classes are unique-I love her careful attention to authentic Egyptian bellydance moves which she articulates well with beginners and advanced students alike.  Siobhan possesses a deep understanding of dance technique.  But what s truely about Siobhan, is the moment you walk into the studio, she is tailoring her lesson to address your physical, emotional, and spiritual well being.  Having a bellydance teacher with a deep understanding of the dance, who is also a professional bodyworker and gifted spiritual teacher, provides an experience without compare!”

Joy Henkle, student

“Siobhan is such an inspiring instructor.  Her knowledge of the human body and the mind help her to assist all levels of students who take her classes.  I have greatly benefited from her calm, gentle approach.  Her exercise techniques have made me stronger and better able to deal with my everyday challenges and stress.  Once you take her classes you will not want to take from any other instructor!”

Bonnie Starr, student

“I loved learning Oriental dance from Siobhan.  Her classes were custom fitted to whom ever was in the class at the time.  I loved that she teaches a variety of Egyptian Cabaret as well as Tribal Style.  In her classes she encourages an atmosphere of love and support and no matter mood you are in when you came, you feel better when you leave!”

Cynthia Ferguson, student

“When I went to one of her showcases and then showed up at her class, I immediately loved it.  All the yoga and movements.  And nobody was there to judge other people. Since I’ve been dancing, I’ve really slimmed down in a healthy way and become more flexible and learned how to concentrate my energy better.  I used to get mentally overwhelmed, but some of the techniques she taught have really helped me out with all that.  I look forward to her class every week!”

Laurie Gilligan, student

“Siobhan’s classes share Egyptian culture and history, dance styles, embracing the feminine with sensitive instruction and warmth.”

Acacia Minard, student

“Siobhan’s classes are inspiring, creative and informative with her extensive background in yoga, the healing arts, and kinesiology.”

Bob Gerding, student

“Before taking Siobhan’s class, my inflexibility was unbelievable!  But with Siobhan’s expert guidance, my stiff joints and muscles slowly loosened and my aggravating lower back pain basically dissolved. Now I can not only touch my shoes, but no longer experience hip/knee soreness on long horse rides.  This is because of her pigeon pose sequence incorporated into her classes.    I also enjoy the creative visualizations, imagery, and self-care emphasis she shares with her classes.  After over fours years of Siobhan’s classes, I consider it essential to my well-being.  I guarantee it will be one of the best things for your health!”

Phoebe Welke, student

Your classes were amazing for me.  You gave us a safe environment where we could learn, have fun and be together.  I’m normally incredibly awkward and self-conscious  in situations that involve self-exposure but I always had an awesome time dancing with everyone in your classes.  I was able to get past that insecurity and fully enjoy being with an awesome group of students.