Only $219 for the entire course + bonuses + personalized feedback (early bird price available until the 6th of June)

Muwashahat Dance, an Andalusian Dream✨🌙

Welcome to "Muwashahat Dance, an Andalusian Dream", a pioneering online course focused on the "Muwashahat Dance" - aesthetics, history, technique, and choreography✨🌙

A dance style from a long-gone era that´ll develop your posture, elegance, fluidity, use of space, femininity, transitions, and dance vocabulary. Besides, it´ll improve your aesthetic sense - an eye for beauty - and awaken the poetry in your heart.

The dance that brings back the presence of Arabs in the Iberian Peninsula (Portugal and Spain), reenacted by the genius of Mahmoud Reda and now delivered by Joana Saahirah, one of his long-term coachees and work collaborators.

✨🌙What you'll get when you subscribe:

1. Access to 4 live & recorded Masterclasses (1,30 hours each) where you´ll learn a "Muwashahat" choreography and receive direct technical and musical instructions from the teacher.

These live masterclasses happen on Saturdays, during the month of July (the 5,th the 12th, the 19th, and the 26th of July), always from 3 to 4.20 pm Lisbon/London local time.

If you miss the live classes, you can always check the corresponding replays/recordings made available inside the course until the 30th of October 2025.

2. Access to the replays of the 4 live masterclasses, alongside the bonuses included in the course, until the 30th of October 2025.

3. Access to original bonus classes, exercises, and resources that´ll complement the technical and choreographic work shared in the course

4. Personalized support and feedback from your teacher throughout the entire course and during the extended period of access (until the 30th of September 2025).

✨🌙What you´ll learn in this course:

1. The meaning and history of the "Muwashahat" style and how you can apply it to Modern Egyptian Dance (aka "belly dance");

2. A full "Muwashahat" choreography with typical dance vocabulary, transitions, use of space, posture, aesthetics and sensibility of the time (Andalusian heritage, a time when the Arabs conquered and enchanted the Iberian Peninsual);

3. Breakdown of "Muwashahat" Technique - steps, movements, transitions, turns, and postures.

4. The aesthetics of the meeting of East and West - concepts of beauty to inspire and guide contemporary oriental dancers.

5. How to dance the Samai rhythm and what it means in the context of Egyptian Dance.

6. How to use what you´ll learn in this course in your dance practice, improvisations, and choreographies.

7. Mahmoud Reda and the process of rescuing and elevating the "Muwashahat" dance style.

We believe in the excellence of our courses and events but we also know Joana Saahirah´s Online Dance School is not for everyone and we want to host students who are 100% satisfied and aligned with our vision and mission.

For that reason, we offer a generous REFUND POLICY in all our Courses, Private coaching, and Professional Mastermind Programs.

You can subscribe to "Muwashahat Dance, an Andalusian Dream" and do the Introduction Module and Module #1, including the first live and recorded masterclass included in it. If, after having completed these two modules, you feel this course is not for you, ASK FOR A FULL REFUND and it´ll be granted to you. Immediately. With no questions asked.

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What our (gorgeous) Students Say about our School:

Joana is the most giving, generous & knowledgeable teacher & a powerhouse of passion & enthusiasm for her craft which is infectious & inspiring. Her courses & classes are packed with information & bonus resources all broken down & explained in an easy, clear way. She teaches with so much love & energy & shares her experiences with the people, culture & history & makes it come alive to help you understand the magic behind Oriental Dance. Gently she guides you to open up to a different way of thinking about yourself & to become more confident & believe in all you are & all you can do. Her classes always challenge, excite & inspire me. An excellent teacher in dance & life, she creates a safe space for you to learn, explore & grow. Learning with Joana is an absolute must for anyone serious about studying Egyptian Dance.

Samantha Page (UK)

Studying with Joana Saahirah's Online Dance School is one of the best things I've ever done, both for my dance and for life. Joana's courses and coaching are not like anything else you can find out there. They don't only address dance technique and knowledge, but also focus on deeper work on the person of the dancer. I've done a lot of self-reflection through the course and have discovered so many things about myself, the challenges I tend to face in dance, and how to move past them. I've grown so much from studying with Joana - I'm a more knowledgeable, competent, and passionate dancer; and a braver, more aware, and more confident person. Joana also genuinely cares about her students and always offers compassionate and helpful feedback. I highly recommend the courses and programs at Joana Saahirah's Online Dance School for any dancer who is looking for a transformational and rewarding experience!

Jacinda Dallal (China/USA)

Yes, simply the BEST. She pours out so much love, passion, light through the screen to all students and it inspires me so much. There had been doubts, confusions in my head but she is the one saying exactly what I need to hear to awaken myself. Now I feel my heart is more open for every movement. Her classes change the landscape of my dance basically. She is such a blessing to the education of Egyptian Dance today.

Zoe Ni (China/USA)

After taking a few of Joana Saahirah´s courses I felt in love with the way she teaches and I was wondering if she didn’t have a long term program that I could subscribe, and then she came up with the Joana Saahirah´s Signature Course, that offers me exactly what I want. I enjoy the initiation level of the Signature Course so much, I think because I´m getting much more of what I was expecting. It has been an awakening for me in life and in dance. My loved ones that know me well, have noticed the difference in the way I share and enjoy my dance and my life. Your Signature course and every course I have taken with you are amazing. You gave us a lot of information, and you clarified dance topics and personal development topics that are sooo important for all dancers - beginners to professionals - to have. Even after 18 years studying the dance each one of your classes are aha moments for me, and makes me wonder why I didn’t learn this before, it would have been so helpful in my journey. That is why I definitely would recommend the signature course.

Cecilia Zuñiga (Costa Rica)

Joana is an excellent teacher who shares her knowledge about Egyptian Dance/Oriental with enthusiasm! More than this, she is passionate about empowering us women with what we need to know to care for ourselves and our bodies. Joana is very personable and answers our questions/concerns. Joana’s teachings are broken down in a special way so you can learn correctly and enjoy your learning Joana gives you not only the lessons to learnt but also gives out bonuses to reinforce and enhance anyone’s earning process. She’s the BEST!

Maria de Lourdes Dallin (USA)

She´s a really *magical* dancer and teacher, my understanding of Egyptian dance (and my dance) has been trans-formative, deepened, since taking ONLY her online classes! She develops each class personally based on your needs that are visible (and invisible) to you. What you think you know, you really have no idea! I don't even know how to begin without writing a novel. I can only imagine what her live classes/workshops are like! Not only does she develop your dance, but your understanding of Egyptian history, the people and their culture, and learning the heart of it all... the great secrets to this dance you don't hear about in your normal classes. Time is spent in EACH class developing not only your dance but your understanding of the magic behind it all. Sometimes in very unusual but exciting, and interesting ways.

Yara Sultan (USA)

First of all, Joana's personality, values and teaching methods attracted me. I first subscribed to a short course in Baladi to try out. Never looked back since and I can attest to the effectiveness and importance of the Signature Course in delivering results for my dance and life. Joana Saahirah's Signature Course is a program for serious learners of Egyptian dance based on holistic skill development (both in dance techniques and in personal development), deep cultural and contextual knowledge, as well as intensive and continuous flow of live zoom classes, homework and assignments. Starting from visualisation and associating sacred geometric patterns with our dance, I enjoy the delivery of content that enables and empowers all of us to tap on our creative selves. Beyond learning basic dance techniques and vocabulary, the Initiation Level kickstarts our understanding of how we can integrate masculine and feminine polarities into our life and dance. In Dance, my biggest takeaways from the Signature Course include the introduction of pauses and different dynamics and variations. In Life, I´m more aware about the need to harmonise my feminine and masculine polarities so that I can make decisions better or change belief patterns that do not suit me anymore. Learning the art of surrendering and having the concept of psychic death allow me to be confident and assertive moving forward.. towards where I want to go in my life! I recommend the Course to all students who want to experience exponential growth in both their Dance and Life through development of the Self, and hence Dance Identity, both identities are inseparable and mutually reinforcing at the end of the day. As we are bringing our Self to the Dance, and using Dance to express the Self.

Shean Chua (Singapore)

I had my first contact with Oriental Dance through Joana Saahirah and I bless that day, till today. It is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful memories of my life.The didactic manner in which she taught us a "majancé" choreography, stopping here and there for technical exercises that´d allow us to improve movement stuck in my memory.Her expression and smile, feeling the music while she danced, made me understand she´s Art and she dignifies Egyptian Dance with total conviction. She is, till today, my idol. I study her intensively and I see all her dance videos - dance and self-empowerment. I recommend Joana to everyone who studies Oriental Dance - you´ll see what a professional with authenticity looks like.

Ana Rita Pacheco (Portugal)

And that´s true! I´m one of those super lucky and happy people = Joana's student and I can't thank her enough for all that she's shared with me, taught me, for her huge help to find my difficulties not only in dance but also in life. I am so excited to continue our path and see what comes next, because I never know what to expect but I am completely sure it will be a magic discovery, a precious experience, a light that will guide me in my way called Life. I can't recommend Joana enough. You just ought to try her classes, and it is not what I am saying, but what comes from the deepest part of my heart.

Alana Hessa Svetlana Lastochkina (Russia/Spain)

Perfect choice for dancers seeking deeper growth ✨ If you feel there must be something more to dance than just learning steps and choreographies — this online dance school is for you! Joana has a very special, holistic method that helps you evolve not just as a dancer, but as a person. Courses equip you with tools for further self-development, creativity and make you think about dance in ways you’ve never considered before. There is only one catch - a lot of work is required to see (and feel) the results. The platform with courses itself is user-friendly and easy to navigate, making online learning seamless and enjoyable.

Aleksandra Krzywicka-Guz (Poland)

I´m loving the courses I've taken at Joana Saahirah´s Online Dance School, they are comprehensive, challenging, and fun at the same time. My dance feels more authentic because it's more authentically ME. Joana leaves no stone unturned and attends to every detail in one's life that needs attention in making them a better dancer. Joana is an extremely knowledgeable and generous teacher who gives 150% to her students. In addition to providing rich detail and respect for the history and pioneers of the dance, her school provides a path to self-love and empowerment through her unique and caring teaching style.

Jill Shireen (Canada)

To say I enjoyed Joana Saahirah´s Signature Course is an understatement. I feel that I now hold the key to constructing my choreographies in a much more creative and liberating way. And the geometric patterns and their different applications commanded by different musical nuances are this golden key to creativity. Whenever I watched how Joana created different combos using the same basic movements and patterns, I would get emotional and inspired to practice more and more. I also loved the wisdom that Joana instilled in us about Egyptian dance and life. For example, time is our friend. As a result, I'm more patient with myself and take necessary time to develop my techniques and muscle memories. I noticed that I definitely have become more confident as a dancer. Indeed, knowledge is power. I also realized how important it is for us dancers to take care of our bodies, minds, and the spiritual state. Dance is not just a series of movements, but a manifestation of our state of being on the physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. I feel so lucky to have found a master teacher who does not only teach us how to dance, but offers us an opportunity to reflect and grow. I´d recommend Joana´s Signature Course - absolutely. In fact, I have been recommending the course to other students, especially those who want to grow as a person, too. I told them about the unique approach to teaching Egyptian dance, the homework assignments that pushed us to apply what we have learned, how much effort Joana invested in our growth as a dancer and as a person, and the sense of camaraderie that we developed among the fellow students in the class.

Jian Sakakeeny (China/USA)