Ustadza Azra

BIO

Ustadza is a bellydance performer and FCBD® certified bellydance teacher based in Prescott, Arizona. Her warm energetic performances with an emphasis on technique make for an exciting cultural experience.

Ustadza’s  loves to incorporate Vintage Oriental and Folkloric movement whenever possible. Her specialties include zills (finger cymbals), candle tray, veil, sword, cane, water pot and skirtwork. She has also chosen to follow the path of bellydancers from the past by learning to sing various bellydance folk songs in Arabic, Greek and Turkish.

Ustadza teaches level 1 – 3 classes at Elks Performing Arts Center. Her students appreciate her ability to breakdown movement to suit all skill levels.  “I want to thank you for teaching this class, as it’s having a much greater impact on my life than merely learning a cool dance. I can’t stop coming back because of the joy of being challenged by new moves and the beauty of the dance and culture surrounding it.” – Level 2 student

She has a big place in her heart for bellydance history and has made it a mission to keep her students well informed on the evolution of the dance.

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In the Press

Daily Courier’s coverage of Acker Music Festival

“…choreographic precision and colorful costuming were a pure delight.”

“[belly] dance routine by Ustadza Azra featured an elaborate costume with angelic diaphanous wings that was a crowd-pleaser…carefully  placed platters mounted with burning candles…very intricate, with readiness relying on steadiness.”

5enses magazine coverage of Ustadza and her DVD

Daily Courier’s coverage of Ustadza teaching at Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive

Read Full Article: Prescott teacher chosen to lead workshop at international conference

Arizona Morning Scramble Interview