The DNA
of Belly Dance
4.0
Moves connect like DNA, guiding you from basics to mastery
Start: 05.10
Duration 6-12 Months
Lessons 79
1000+ dancers worldwide have already discovered elegance, control and freedom through Ekaterina’s signature technique. Are you next?

Progress Inside the Course

A quick look at the technique, flow, power, and elegance you’ll build step by step inside the program.

✨ Graceful STEPS & BELLY CONTROL
🌊 FLUIDITY & ISOLSTION
🔥 Powerful SHIMMY & HIPS PRECISE
👑 ARMS FLUIDITY & aristocratic posture

How DNA builds your elegant technique

ARMS THAT SPEAK

Discover Ekaterina’s unique technique for beautiful lines, fluid transitions and graceful expression.

HIPS WITH POWER AND PRECISION

Develop clean isolations, deeper amplitude and greater fluidity — from powerful hip movements to Egyptian muscles technique.

GODDESS POSTURE

Unlock mobility and fluidity in your upper body for a more elegant posture — in dance and in everyday life.

BALANCE & FERRARI-FAST TURNS

Improve your coordination and stability for turns that feel lighter, cleaner and effortlessly fast.

DYNAMIC STEPS & FLUID CONNECTIONS

Build confident footwork, expand your dance vocabulary and connect movements into one fluid, expressive dance.

SHIMMIES WITH DEPTH & TEXTURE

Explore different shimmies, add abdominal work and layer them over hip movements for a richer, more luxurious technique.

Course program

00Introduction. Training Structure. How to Effectively Complete This Course and Achieve Results
01Arm Technique: From Shoulder Blades to Fingers
  1. 1.1

    Classical Choreography in Belly Dance

    Mastering graceful transitions and elegant arm movement trajectories

  2. Practical exercises for mastery Bonus

  3. 1.2

    "Swan" Arms

    Secrets of softness and fluidity. Wrist and finger exercises

  4. Practical exercises for mastery Bonus

  5. 1.3

    Shoulders + Shoulder Blades

    1. 1.3.1Developing shoulder joint mobility and flexibility
    2. 1.3.2Shoulder blade work for perfect posture
  6. 1.4

    Variety of Arm Movements in Oriental Dance

    1. 1.4.1Technique + Combinations
  7. Practical exercises for mastery Bonus

  8. 1.5

    "Taut" Lines

    1. 1.5.1The magic of lines in belly dance and how to use them
  9. Practical exercises for mastery Bonus

  10. 1.6

    Weighted Bracelets for Arms. 5 Powerful Exercises

  11. 1.7

    Strength Training for All Arm Muscle Groups

02Chest Technique
  1. 2.1

    Posture: Chest & back exercises for mobility, strength, and flexibility

  2. 2.2

    Chest Technique: Smooth and fluid movements

  3. 2.3

    Chest Accents: Techniques for sharp and dynamic movements

  4. 2.4

    Isolation Exercises: Developing control and precision

  5. Practical Exercises Bonus

03Belly Technique
  1. 3.1

    Vacuum Control: Engaging and strengthening the core

  2. 3.2

    Belly Accents: Sharp and dynamic movements

  3. 3.3

    Belly Shimmy: Creating fast, controlled vibrations

  4. 3.4

    Belly Waves: Smooth and fluid rolling motions

  5. Practical Exercises Bonus

04Healthy Knees: Exercises to Prevent Injuries
05Hip mobility exercises
06Hip & Knee Technique
  1. 6.1

    Smooth Hip Movements: Basics

    Step-by-step explanation of correct technique, knee movement, and combos

    1. 6.1.1Omi
    2. 6.1.2Big hip circles
    3. 6.1.3Undulations/reverse
    4. 6.1.4Figure eights
  2. 6.2

    Smooth Hip Movements: Intermediate Level

    Wide variety of movements, directions, belly activation, and isolation training

    1. 6.2.1Omi
    2. 6.2.2Big hip circles
    3. 6.2.3Undulations/reverse
    4. 6.2.4Figure eights
  3. 6.3

    Smooth Hip Movements: Pro Level

    Balance, coordination, shimmy technique, and floorwork

    1. 6.3.1Omi
    2. 6.3.2Big hip circles
    3. 6.3.3Undulations/reverse
    4. 6.3.4Figure eights
  4. 6.4

    Hip Power (Accentuated Technique)

    Fundamentals: Traditional movements, Fixed-Robot Technique, Speed Training, Levels & Balance

    1. 6.4.1Fundamentals
    2. 6.4.2Intermediate Level
    3. 6.4.3Advanced-Pro Level
  5. Practical Exercises Bonus

07Feet & Legs
  1. 7.1

    Foot Flexibility: Developing arch height and elegance

    Mastering proper foot positioning and developing graceful arch control

  2. 7.2

    Balanced Leg Muscle Development

    Comprehensive training for all major leg muscle groups

    1. 7.2.1Quadriceps Conditioning
    2. 7.2.2Glute Strength Training
    3. 7.2.3Hamstring Activation
    4. 7.2.4Calf Strengthening Exercises
    5. 7.2.5Stretching
  3. 7.3

    Ballet Floor Workout

    Classical ballet techniques adapted for belly dance floorwork

  4. Practical Exercises Bonus

08Oriental Dance Steps
  1. 8.1

    Dynamic Oriental Dance Movements (primarily for Malfuf rhythm)

    Mastering fundamental movements with rhythmic precision

    1. 8.1.1Arabesque In Variations: 5 different types of arabesque movements
    2. 8.1.22 faces of arabesque out
    3. 8.1.3Chassé Step: From fundamental technique to advanced variations
    4. 8.1.4Pas de Bourrée in Oriental style
    5. 8.1.5Crossed Steps: Enhancing fluidity and coordination
  2. Practical Exercises Bonus

  3. 8.2

    Walking with Hip Accents

    Developing dynamic movement patterns with hip articulation

    1. 8.2.1Forward Steps: Variations with different dynamics and styling
    2. 8.2.2Alternating Steps: Smooth transitions between movements
    3. 8.2.3Steps and return: Developing control and working with your weight
    4. 8.2.4Hagala Step: From basic to pro level
    5. 8.2.5Hip Twists: Adding sharpness and expression to steps
    6. 8.2.6"Horse" step. Different variations
  4. Practical Exercises Bonus

  5. 8.3

    Fluid Hip Walks / Soft Traveling Steps

    Mastering graceful traveling movements with hip control

    1. 8.3.1Camel Walk
    2. 8.3.2Traveling Maya
    3. 8.3.3Figure 8 with Kick Step
    4. 8.3.4Omi in motion
    5. 8.3.5Hip Circles in Motion – variations in levels, directions, and amplitude
  6. Practical Exercises Bonus

09Breathing
  1. 9.1

    Breathing in Static Movements

  2. 9.2

    Breathing in Motion (During Traveling Steps)

10Shimmy Technique: From Basics to Advanced
  1. 10.1

    Knee Shimmy

    3 exercises to "catch" knee shimmy

    1. 10.1.1Knee shimmy variations
  2. 10.2

    Vibrational Shimmy / Egyptian Shimmy

  3. 10.3

    Hip Shimmy

  4. 10.4

    Choo-Choo Shimmy

  5. 10.5

    Adding shimmy to the hip technique

  6. Practical Exercises Bonus

11Turns & Balance
  1. 11.1

    Balance Training Exercises

    Core stability and posture control for turns

  2. 11.2

    Three Fundamental Turns from Classical Dance

    Mastering basic rotation technique and spotting

  3. 11.3

    Turn Variations

    From basic to advanced, with different arm positions and speeds

  4. Practical Exercises Bonus

12Zoom Calls with Ekaterina Live
  1. Live calls on Zoom

    Meet Ekaterina live on Zoom. New calls are added here as the course goes on.

    Gold Diamond

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€299€199
  • 6 month of access
  • 45 lessons
  • Chat room Q-A in telegram
  • Certificate
  • 6 modules
  • Self-study No teacher support
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€499€399
  • 9 month of access
  • 79 lessons
  • Chat room Q-A in telegram
  • Certificate
  • Additional 12 practice lessons for better memorization
  • Zoom calls every month
  • Feedback in written or voice message form
  • 11 modules
  • With teacher support Support from DNA team teacher
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DIAMOND

€749€649
  • 12 month of access
  • 79 lessons
  • Chat room Q-A in telegram
  • Certificate
  • Additional 12 practice lessons for better memorization
  • Zoom calls every month
  • Feedback in video
  • Music for technique practice
  • 11 modules
  • An exclusive 3-month development strategy after completing the course (based on your personal goals), or a personalized choreography (up to 3 minutes), or 4 private classes.
  • Personalized training plan & progress tracking
  • Personally curated by Ekaterina My personal guidance & feedback
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EKATERINA OLEINIKOVA

I’m a professional belly dancer, choreographer, and international judge from Ukraine. For over 20 years, Oriental dance has been my passion, and for the past 15, I’ve been sharing it with women around the world — helping them move beautifully, feel confident, and reconnect with their feminine energy.
I am a two-time IDO World Champion (2012 & 2013), a three-time Dance World Cup winner, and a five-time consecutive Ukrainian Belly Dance Champion. These achievements represent years of dedication, discipline, and passion for the art of Oriental dance.
As a teacher, I’m proud to see my students grow into confident, expressive dancers — many of them have become champions and prizewinners at international competitions. Sharing my knowledge and passion is what truly fulfills me; helping others unlock their potential through dance.

Question

Is DNA suitable for beginners, professional dancers and teachers?

DNA is designed for dancers of all levels.

Beginners

You will learn each movement step by step, with clear explanations of body position and mechanics.

Experienced and professional dancers

You will go far beyond the basics. You will refine intricate small-muscle technique, explore greater amplitude and learn to control movements at different speeds — from slow, sustained execution to sharp acceleration. You will also learn how to layer abdominal work over hip movements and use breath consciously, so your dance feels more fluid, expressive and sensual.

Teachers

You will discover many of Ekaterina’s original exercises, as well as a clear, structured system that can enrich the way you teach technique to your own students.

You do not need to be advanced to begin — you only need the desire to improve.

I already know many movements. Will I still learn something new?

Of course, you will learn many new movements, variations and combinations inside DNA — but this is secondary.

The primary goal is to transform the quality of your technique. Knowing a movement and truly mastering it are two very different things.

DNA is not simply a library of belly dance movements. We study how the whole body works inside each movement: posture, muscle activation, isolation, amplitude, balance, breathing, arms, transitions and dynamics.

Even experienced dancers often discover why a familiar movement feels limited, unstable or disconnected — and how to transform it.

Am I too old to start dancing?

Not at all! Belly dance celebrates femininity at every age. Whether you’re 20 or 60, it helps you reconnect with your body, move gracefully, and feel radiant from within.

Does the course include choreographies?

DNA is primarily a complete technique system, not a choreography course.

Inside the lessons, you will practise exercises, combinations and transitions that help you understand and remember the material. The goal is to give you technique that you can later use in any choreography or improvisation.

The Diamond package also includes a choice of an additional personal option, one of which may be an individual choreography of up to three minutes.

What language is the course in?

The lessons are taught in clear, easy-to-follow English.

Subtitles are available in English, Spanish and Russian, so you can choose the language that helps you understand the explanations most comfortably.

The visual demonstrations also make the technical material much easier to follow.

Will there be homework, and who will check it?

Yes. The lessons include practical exercises and assignments that help you integrate the technique into your body.

  • Silverself-study, homework is not checked
  • Goldwritten or voice feedback and corrections from a DNA team teacher
  • Diamondpersonal video feedback and corrections from Ekaterina

You will not receive only a simple ‘good’ or ‘wrong’ answer. The purpose of the feedback is to show you what is happening in your body, what needs to change and how to practise it more effectively.

Do I have to attend the lessons live?

No. The main course consists of recorded lessons, so you can study at a time that works for you, wherever you live.

If your package includes live Zoom meetings, the schedule and details will be shared with you separately.

Travelling or living in a different time zone will not prevent you from following the course.

What if I do not have much time to practise?

You do not need to train for several hours every day.

Even 30–45 minutes of focused practice several times a week can create meaningful progress. You can move through the course at your own pace during your access period.

Consistency is more important than trying to complete everything quickly. DNA is a system to be absorbed into the body, not a race to the final lesson.

What if my body is not flexible, strong or coordinated enough?

You do not need to arrive flexible, strong or perfectly coordinated. These are qualities you will develop throughout the course.

The program includes work on mobility, posture, balance, leg strength, feet, knees, isolations and coordination.

Begin at a comfortable pace, respect your body and never continue through sharp pain. If you have an injury or medical limitation, please consult your doctor or physiotherapist before training.

Do I need special equipment, a large studio or a costume?

No. You can study at home in comfortable clothes, with enough space to move safely.

A mirror can be helpful but is not essential. For certain exercises, Ekaterina may recommend simple training equipment, but you do not need a professional studio or an oriental costume to begin.

Your living room is perfectly acceptable — even if the cat believes it is her private studio.

Where will the training take place?

The course is hosted online on the Kwiga learning platform.

After joining, you will receive instructions for accessing your personal account and lessons. You can study from your phone, tablet or computer with an internet connection.

Your access duration depends on the package you choose.

Can I pay in instalments?

Yes. You can pay in 2 or 3 parts with no extra fees.

You can also reserve your place with a €50 deposit and then contact our support team to arrange the remaining payments.

If you need an individual payment plan, message us before purchasing and we will help you choose the most convenient option.

I’m having problems with payment.

If you’re having any issues with the payment — don’t worry. You can:

  • message me personally on Instagram,
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  • or reach out to support by tapping the Telegram icon
Still have questions?

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