Ariyana Murakami

Ariyana is an acclaimed bellydancer based in Honolulu. Her love for the music of Egypt is evident in the joy she brings to her dance, and audiences love her subtle cinematic style. Her dedication to presenting the dance as appropriately as possible has made her a favorite at client events, restaurants, and festivals.

Egyptian Oriental Dance

Learn from 11 years of study with teachers and dancers from Egypt. Ariyana works hard to incorporate cultural education into engaging and fun classes. Learn everything from Golden Era styling to modern styles of Bellydance in a safe space.

Egyptian Folklore

Folklore is the basis of this dance. There are so many cultural dances in Egypt, from Eskadanrani dance in Upper Egypt to Saidi dance in Lower Egypt. Set a sound base in your dance journey with folklore!

Khaleegi Dance

Ariyana’s love of MENTAH dances took her to the Khalij, or the Persian Gulf, to learn dance from one of the most respected dancers in the community, Khadijah. Learn basic movements, cultural connections, and music theory.