The Gypsy Belly Dance Workshop for Beginners is a 75-minute taster session held on Sunday, 12 April 2026, from 11:00 to 12:30 at EV Dance Studio in Mayfield, NSW. Led by experienced instructor Sonya Manzalini with over 30 years teaching Gypsy Belly Dance, the workshop breaks down techniques for safe beginner practice and incorporates original choreography blending North African and Egyptian Gawazi styles. Participants learn about the history of belly dance while enjoying health benefits like improved fitness, brain health, and endorphin boosts, particularly for women of all ages. Tickets cost $10 plus a merchant fee and must be purchased in advance, with a $10 discount applied toward an upcoming beginners course.