Diamonds Preparatory - 2026

This intensive is an opportunity to study the fundamental movements and shapes of the format and to gain perspective of where the training ultimately leads. We will be exploring the roots of Zoe's stylization and influences while using this prep course to gain an understanding of the fundamentals of Fusion Bellydance, Dance Craft style. This 2-day workshop is a great way for anyone to jump into Zoe's bellydance format, and absolute beginners are encouraged to start here! DanceCraft, Zoe Jakes’ format, starts with the Diamond key, which represents our Foundation. Like Diamonds, our skills don’t start out spectacular and polished; but something special arises with enough strength, pressure, dedication, sweat, and time. This intensive is an opportunity to study the fundamental movements and shapes of the format, and to gain perspective of where the training ultimately leads. We will be exploring the roots of Zoe's stylization and influences while using this prep course to gain an understanding of the fundamentals of Fusion Bellydance, Dance Craft style. Want some DanceCraft exposure before you jump in? Join us for this introductory, all-levels intensive. This Event will take place online and in Person on Saturday, September 26th and 27th: September 26th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and back to class from 2:00 to 4:00 PM (PST) September 27th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and back to class from 3:00 to 5:00 PM (PST) for a total of 10 hours of classes.