Tribal Dance Malta
Tribal Dance Malta is a Maltese tribal belly dance group led by Hannah Wayte.
The Discovery
Hannah discovered belly dance in a little village hall in Malta. Starting out in the Classical Egyptian style, she soon moved on to Tribal style, which has had
her hooked ever since.
For Hannah, tribal belly dancing is not only a form of exercise, but also a great
way to meet other people in a fun, relaxed environment. Since classes are attended by women only, they encourage a certain female bond which is probably only ever found in a belly dance class!
Tribal Dance Malta is the only school in Malta that gives Tribal Belly Dance classes only. The classes are taught by Hannah, who is as passionate as can be about Tribal. Hannah has almost solely practised Tribal from the start, including styles such as ATS (American Tribal Style), Tribal Fusion and Tribal Group Improv, and also practises sword balancing. These are just some of the styles that will be opened up to beginners after their first course!
Belly Dance Benefits
Despite the mental benefits of belly dance, such as making you more in tune with your own body and encouraging self-awareness and confidence, the dance is also beneficial in many physical ways.
Unlike dance forms which work against the body's natural inclinations, belly dance works with these. Belly dance is particularly based on movements that come natural to the female form. Hip drops, rolls and other movements use and strengthen muscle groups in the abdomen, pelvis, trunk, spine, and neck.
Belly dancing promotes:
- Improved posture and muscle toning
- Weight loss when in conjunction with a healthy diet
- Stress reduction
- Building back muscles evenly
- Exercising carrying muscles without impact
- Exercising the arms
- Aiding digestion
