

Tracy "Rasha" Alexander began teaching beginning bellydance for Central Oregon Community
College's Community Education program in 2005. She was inspired by bellydance when she
lived in Hawaii and saw a dancer at a Moroccan restaurant. Upon learning of the growing
dance community in Bend, she found her passion for bellydance in 1996 under the guidance
of Maya. After sampling many styles and personalities of the dance, she developed a playful,
graceful style of her own. Rasha's welcoming personality creates a non-threatening and
creative environment for students new to bellydance, as well as for those students who return
session after session.
Contact: (541) 383-7270 or COCC Community Learning
Class Location: Pilot Butte Middle School cafeteria
Teaching Schedule:
Look for dates in the Winter Program Guide
Type of classes offered:
Beginning Belly Dance through COCC. Bring joy, fitness and
serenity to your life with the beauty and creativity of this Pharaonic dance. Learn techniques
and movements and add personal touches such as veils, zills, and music.


