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Charlotte was first captivated by the art of Belly Dancing in 1989
when she stumbled upon an ad for belly dancing classes. She thought
that it might be a more interesting alternative to gym or jogging,
so the shy and self-conscious accountant decided to investigate this
"daring option". Despite her inhibitions, she was a "natural" and
very soon found herself dancing professionally. These introductory
lessons at Catherine's home studio provided some insight into the
basics of the Turkish style of Belly Dancing but, more importantly,
it provided Charlotte with the initial exposure that she needed.
Her journey of true and authentic discovery was soon to start.
Shortly afterwards, she was approached by an Egyptian owned company
and offered a sponsorship to travel and explore her newfound passion
in the land of its origin. She returned from Egypt invigorated and
eager to share her insights with a fledgling South African belly
dance community. She
remembers being terrified before each performance, dreading the
spotlight but nevertheless determined not to let her reticence get
the better of her. The amazing transformation in this extraordinary
dancer is patently obvious. Belly dancing, unmistakably, changed her
life.
Charlotte
has subsequently danced in many different parts of the world. From
the Comoros, Egypt and India to Los Angeles, Mozambique and
Zimbabwe, she has been involved in many corporate events, launches,
restaurant functions, competitions, stage productions and diplomatic
receptions.
In the
year 2000, Charlotte and three dancers from her Jewels of the Nile
dancing studio, which she formed in 1998, won two gold medals and a
trophy at the World Performing Arts Championships in Los Angeles.
So what
sets Charlotte apart from the rest? Perhaps it is her belief that we
are all on earth to learn from one another and to share our life
energies. The Jewels are taught to dance from their souls and
thereby express a pure feminine energy. Each Jewel is encouraged to
allow the Goddess within to be released in a graceful and
self-fulfilling way.
Charlotte
http://www.bellydance.co.za
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