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Bei ZeoT lernst du nicht nur zu tanzen. Du gewinnst Selbstvertrauen, Kraft und ein neues Gefühl für deinen Körper. Du wirst Teil einer Gemeinschaft von Frauen, die sich gegenseitig stärken, und entdeckst die Freude, dich frei zu bewegen.

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Klassischer und moderner Bauchtanz, ContempOriental, chinesischer Tanz, FCBDStyle®, High Heels und Shimmy Fit – unser vielfältiges Angebot hat für jede etwas.

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Unsere grosse Herbstshow · 7. November 2026
Atrium, GZ Heuried, Zürich

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“Die Gemeinschaft hier ist etwas ganz Besonderes. Es ist inspirierend und erhebend, mit Frauen unterschiedlichster Hintergründe gemeinsam die Freude an Musik und Bewegung zu teilen.””
— Sara
 

WORKSHOPS

Workshops orientalischer Tanz – ZeoT Tanzschule für orientalischen Tanz
Glow From the Inside Out // ZeoT Zürich × Koosmetik
Sept 5
Glow From the Inside Out // ZeoT Zürich × Koosmetik

Level: Open Price: 120 CHF

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SCHÖNE ARME, HÄNDE & POSEN // LHAMO
Oct 3
SCHÖNE ARME, HÄNDE & POSEN // LHAMO

Niveau: ab gutem A // Preis: 87 CHF

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ELIZABETH STRONG & DAN CANTRELL WEEKEND // PRINCIPLES OF TURKISH ROMANI DANCE & 9 RHYTHMS
Oct 10
ELIZABETH STRONG & DAN CANTRELL WEEKEND // PRINCIPLES OF TURKISH ROMANI DANCE & 9 RHYTHMS

Price: CHF 90 Level: Open

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ELIZABETH STRONG & DAN CANTRELL WEEKEND // TURKISH ROMANI CHOREOGRAPHY & IMPROVISATION
Oct 10
ELIZABETH STRONG & DAN CANTRELL WEEKEND // TURKISH ROMANI CHOREOGRAPHY & IMPROVISATION

Price: CHF 90 Level: Open

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ELIZABETH STRONG & DAN CANTRELL WEEKEND // MELODY, MOOD & MAQAM
Oct 11
ELIZABETH STRONG & DAN CANTRELL WEEKEND // MELODY, MOOD & MAQAM

Price: CHF 90 Level: Open

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ELIZABETH STRONG & DAN CANTRELL WEEKEND // LIVE MUSICALITY FOR DANCERS
Oct 11
ELIZABETH STRONG & DAN CANTRELL WEEKEND // LIVE MUSICALITY FOR DANCERS

Price: CHF 130 Level: Open

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ALMA & MOVIMIENTO: A FUSION BELLYDANCE SERIES // SHAPING SPACE - TJARDA
Nov 14
ALMA & MOVIMIENTO: A FUSION BELLYDANCE SERIES // SHAPING SPACE - TJARDA

Price: CHF 85 Level: Open

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ALMA & MOVIMIENTO: A FUSION BELLYDANCE SERIES // THE PULSE WITHIN - LISA
Nov 14
ALMA & MOVIMIENTO: A FUSION BELLYDANCE SERIES // THE PULSE WITHIN - LISA

Price: CHF 85 Level: Open

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ALMA & MOVIMIENTO: A FUSION BELLYDANCE SERIES // ECHOES OF INTENTION - TJARDA
Nov 15
ALMA & MOVIMIENTO: A FUSION BELLYDANCE SERIES // ECHOES OF INTENTION - TJARDA

Price: CHF 85 Level: Open

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ALMA & MOVIMIENTO: A FUSION BELLYDANCE SERIES // LINES IN MOTION - LISA
Nov 15
ALMA & MOVIMIENTO: A FUSION BELLYDANCE SERIES // LINES IN MOTION - LISA

Price: CHF 85 Level: Open

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FEMININE RENAISSANCE RETREAT "GEORGIA"
Dec 3
FEMININE RENAISSANCE RETREAT "GEORGIA"

Villa Pi Blau, Begur, Spain

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BLOG

ZeoT Blog – ZeoT Zürich Tanzschule für orientalischen Tanz
Makeup Isn't a Mask: How to Build Confidence, Not Hide Behind It
Makeup Isn't a Mask: How to Build Confidence, Not Hide Behind It

Makeup isn't about hiding. It's a tool for real confidence. How five minutes at the mirror can change how you feel all day. By Koosmetik, Zürich.

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You Don’t Need to Travel to Find Connection. You Need the Right Community
You Don’t Need to Travel to Find Connection. You Need the Right Community

You don’t need to travel far to find connection. At ZeoT Zurich, women discover confidence, joy, and community through dance and shared movement.

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Belly Dance Classes in Zurich: Finding Community & Confidence as an Expat
Belly Dance Classes in Zurich: Finding Community & Confidence as an Expat

Discover how belly dance classes in Zurich help expats and newcomers build friendships, gain confidence, and connect with a supportive community. Try a class or join our Hafla to see what’s possible!

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ALCHEMY: ZeoT’s 2025 Bellydance Show Ignites Transformation on Stage
ALCHEMY: ZeoT’s 2025 Bellydance Show Ignites Transformation on Stage

From the bubbling of ideas to the burning away of the past, our latest production, ALCHEMY, invited the audience into a world where movement becomes magic.

At ZeoT Zürich, we believe belly dance is more than choreography. It’s a transformational journey. This year’s show, held on Saturday, June 14th, 2025, at Aula Räimbühl, was an artistic exploration of change, both chemical and emotional. Inspired by alchemical processes, each piece reflected personal and collective transformation, inviting dancers and viewers alike to witness the beauty of becoming.

Whether it’s your first show or your tenth, when you dance with us, you become part of something bigger. A community that lifts, evolves, and inspires.

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Mein Weg durch die Dunkelheit: Heilung und Selbstakzeptanz durch Bauchtanz
Mein Weg durch die Dunkelheit: Heilung und Selbstakzeptanz durch Bauchtanz

Was kann helfen, wenn man sich selbst nicht mehr spürt? Wenn Depression den Alltag beschwert und Selbstzweifel überwiegen? Für Isabel, eine Schülerin der ZeoT Tanzschule, wurde der Bauchtanz zur Antwort. In diesem ehrlichen und berührenden Erfahrungsbericht erzählt sie, wie Bewegung ihr half, ihren Körper neu zu entdecken, Selbstvertrauen aufzubauen und liebevoller mit sich selbst umzugehen. Es ist eine Geschichte über Körperliebe, Heilung und die Kraft einer unterstützenden Tanzgemeinschaft.

Wir sind sehr dankbar für Isabels Mut, ihre Geschichte zu erzählen.

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ALCHEMY: A Bellydance Journey of Change and Connection in Zürich
ALCHEMY: A Bellydance Journey of Change and Connection in Zürich

At ZeoT Zürich, we believe bellydance is more than movement—it's a transformational journey. This year's show, ALCHEMY, on June the 14th 2025, is an artistic exploration of change, both chemical and emotional, inspired by the processes of transformation found in chemistry. From the bubbling of ideas to the burning away of the past, ALCHEMY invites you into a world where movement becomes magic.

Here in Zürich, we bring together dancers from all walks of life—expats, locals, professionals, and beginners—who all share one thing: a desire to express themselves through the empowering language of bellydance.

Below, we explore four key processes of alchemy and chemistry, each one reflecting a dancer’s path of self-discovery, change, and growth.

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MORE THAN BELLY DANCE: 10 THINGS YOU (PROBABLY) DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT MY JOURNEY TO ZEOT ZÜRICH
MORE THAN BELLY DANCE: 10 THINGS YOU (PROBABLY) DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT MY JOURNEY TO ZEOT ZÜRICH

As part of celebrating 10 years at ZeoT, I’m sharing a little behind-the-scenes look at who I am and who I was before ZeoT. My mission to bring art into belly dance and help women discover confidence through movement is the result of many different experiences. If I were a cake, I’d be a multi-tiered wedding cake, layered with sponge, cream, and icing, and stacked with stories. The ten years I’ve been running my business is only one slice of the cake—just one layer in the many tiers of my life. Some steps have been solid, others surprising, but each has led me to where I am today. So, here’s a little slice for you.

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Celebrating 10 Years Since Taking Over the ZeoT Zürich Studio
Celebrating 10 Years Since Taking Over the ZeoT Zürich Studio

2025 marks a major milestone for me and our dance studio: 10 years of movement, joy, and connection! When I took over the studio a decade ago, it was already a thriving space for dancers. My vision was to honour its success while bringing a fresh perspective—infusing more art, strengthening the sense of community, and expanding our offerings. The journey has been transformative in ways I could never have imagined.

Throughout this year, I want to take you behind the scenes of our 10-year story. We’ll reflect on where it all began, celebrate the incredible community we’ve built, and share some fun surprises along the way.

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Belly Dancing Unveiled: The Hidden Benefits for Your Body and Beyond
Belly Dancing Unveiled: The Hidden Benefits for Your Body and Beyond

Why do so many doctors, osteopaths, gynaecologists, and physiotherapists recommend belly dancing, even without having attended a single class? Perhaps it’s because they intuitively understand that belly dancing strengthens the body’s inner musculature. Rachida Aharrat dives into the anatomy of bellydance to unveil the benefits for your body.

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SUPERNOVA - die orientalische Tanzshow des ZeoT Zürich (Teil 1)
SUPERNOVA - die orientalische Tanzshow des ZeoT Zürich (Teil 1)

Der Kosmos tanzt: Planeten kreisen und Sterne entstehen. Am weiten Nachthimmel suchen die Menschen Sternbilder und träumen von fernen Welten.

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SUPERNOVA - die orientalische Tanzshow des ZeoT Zürich (Teil 2)
SUPERNOVA - die orientalische Tanzshow des ZeoT Zürich (Teil 2)

Der Kosmos tanzt: Planeten kreisen und Sterne entstehen. Am weiten Nachthimmel suchen die Menschen Sternbilder und träumen von fernen Welten.

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Tips for belly dance with a veil
Tips for belly dance with a veil

One of our favourite accessories to dance with is the veil, the theme of our A and A/M choreographies in our next course period (KP2) starting March 4th 2024. Veils can be used to frame movements or become an extension of the dancer’s body. Dynamic, dramatic or dreamy, the movement fills the space around the dancer in colour and shape, as the veil adds a new dimension to the performance.

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A YEAR IN OUR NEW DANCE STUDIO IN ZURICH
A YEAR IN OUR NEW DANCE STUDIO IN ZURICH

It’s hard to believe that we’ve already danced a whole year in our new studio in Wipkingen. It’s time to look back and celebrate how we achieved our crowdfunding goal to help fund building work and how we’ve filled the space this year with energy, creativity and fun! The new ZeoT dance studio is more than a dance school; it’s a beautiful space for our community to meet, dance, be creative and feel at home.

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HAFLA IM ZEOT ZÜRICH
HAFLA IM ZEOT ZÜRICH

Lass dich vom Zauber der mittleren bis fernöstlichen Tänze mitreissen! Der Eintritt ist frei! Es gibt eine Kollekte zu Gunsten des Kampfes gegen die Kinderprostitution.

Samstag, 4. November, ab 14.40 // Eintritt: Gratis

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HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE ZEOT ZÜRICH SHOWCASE 2023
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE ZEOT ZÜRICH SHOWCASE 2023

On May 13th, 2023, students and teachers from ZeoT Zürich performed at the Aula Rämibühl, Zürich to a full house. Here are a few visual and written impressions of a wonderful evening where, once again, the women of ZeoT showed the power of dance to unite and transform.

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Shine - dance and transformation through movement
Shine - dance and transformation through movement

ALIA, originally from the UK, is the creative director and owner of ZeoT dance studio in Zürich, Switzerland. Here she talks about the motivations and inspirations behind her world of dance.

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Chinesischer Tanz, soziales Engagement und die Liebe zum Tanz
Chinesischer Tanz, soziales Engagement und die Liebe zum Tanz

Im Podcast (TanzVereinigungSchweiz) erzählt Julie, wie sie zum orientalischen und chinesischen Tanz gefunden hat, was sie daran fasziniert, über die positive Wirkung von Bauchtanz in der Schwangerschaft und die Wichtigkeit, sich auch mit der Kultur hinter den Tänzen vertieft auseinanderzusetzen.

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Why are we crowdfunding?
Why are we crowdfunding?

Our dance school ZeoT has to move to a new location in Zürich and needs your support to help fund some of the building work. We want the new ZeoT dance studio to be a place that is more than a dance school: A beautiful space for our community to meet, dance, be creative and feel at home.

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STUDENT PROFILE - DÉBORAH
STUDENT PROFILE - DÉBORAH

To celebrate the heart and soul of our community, we’ve been interviewing some of our ZeoT students. It’s our privilege to dance with so many different and wonderful women and we’ve loved finding out more about their lives, their passions and, of course, their love of dance.⠀

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ZEOT ZÜRICH 20TH ANNIVERSARY SHOWCASE HIGHLIGHTS
ZEOT ZÜRICH 20TH ANNIVERSARY SHOWCASE HIGHLIGHTS

Happy 20th Birthday to our wonderful dance school, ZeoT Zürich. On May 21st 2022, we celebrated in style with teachers and students performing on stage to a full house. Read how belly dance has the power to transform and inspire women to be the best versions of themselves and enjoy the photographic highlights of a spectacular show.

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STUDENT PROFILE - GABRIELA
STUDENT PROFILE - GABRIELA

To celebrate the heart and soul of our community, we’ve been interviewing some of our ZeoT students. It’s our privilege to dance with so many different and wonderful women and we’ve loved finding out more about their lives, their passions and, of course, their love of dance.⠀

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SCHÜLERINNEN IM FOKUS - DANIELA
SCHÜLERINNEN IM FOKUS - DANIELA

Um das Herz und die Seele unserer Gemeinschaft zu feiern, haben wir einige unserer ZeoT Schülerinnen interviewt. Wir haben das Privileg, mit so vielen verschiedenen und wundervollen Frauen zu tanzen, und wir freuen uns, mehr über ihr Leben, ihre Leidenschaften und natürlich ihre Liebe zum Tanz zu erfahren.

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SHIMMY-PROOF STAGE MAKEUP // EXPERT TIPS FROM A MAKEUP ARTIST
SHIMMY-PROOF STAGE MAKEUP // EXPERT TIPS FROM A MAKEUP ARTIST

Makeup is an essential part of any performance: it shouldn't distract from your dance performance, yet be a striking enhancement of your features, making you shine in all your glory. Read on to learn how from professional makeup artist Didi of Neferdidi Makeup Atelier, Zürich.

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BELLYSENSE - EIN NEUER WEG ZU GESUNDHEIT, KRAFT UND SELBSTBEWUSSTSEIN
BELLYSENSE - EIN NEUER WEG ZU GESUNDHEIT, KRAFT UND SELBSTBEWUSSTSEIN

BellySense: Eine Kombination von zwei uralten, effektiven Bewegungsmethoden, um Wohlsein, Gesundheit und Selbstbewusstsein zu steigern!

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STUDENT PROFILE - SASHA
STUDENT PROFILE - SASHA

To celebrate the heart and soul of our community, we’ve been interviewing some of our ZeoT students. It’s our privilege to dance with so many different and wonderful women and we’ve loved finding out more about their lives, their passions and, of course, their love of dance.⠀

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STUDENT PROFILE - PETIA
STUDENT PROFILE - PETIA

To celebrate the heart and soul of our community, we’ve been interviewing some of our ZeoT students. It’s our privilege to dance with so many different and wonderful women and we’ve loved finding out more about their lives, their passions and, of course, their love of dance.⠀

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SCHÜLERINNEN IM FOKUS - VANESSA
SCHÜLERINNEN IM FOKUS - VANESSA

Um das Herz und die Seele unserer Gemeinschaft zu feiern, haben wir einige unserer ZeoT Schülerinnen interviewt. Wir haben das Privileg, mit so vielen verschiedenen und wundervollen Frauen zu tanzen, und wir freuen uns, mehr über ihr Leben, ihre Leidenschaften und natürlich ihre Liebe zum Tanz zu erfahren.

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SCHÜLERINNEN IM FOKUS - JACQUELINE
SCHÜLERINNEN IM FOKUS - JACQUELINE

Um das Herz und die Seele unserer Gemeinschaft zu feiern, haben wir einige unserer ZeoT Schülerinnen interviewt. Wir haben das Privileg, mit so vielen verschiedenen und wundervollen Frauen zu tanzen, und wir freuen uns, mehr über ihr Leben, ihre Leidenschaften und natürlich ihre Liebe zum Tanz zu erfahren.

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SCHÜLERINNEN IM FOKUS - IDA
SCHÜLERINNEN IM FOKUS - IDA

Um das Herz und die Seele unserer Gemeinschaft zu feiern, haben wir einige unserer ZeoT Schülerinnen interviewt. Wir haben das Privileg, mit so vielen verschiedenen und wundervollen Frauen zu tanzen, und wir freuen uns, mehr über ihr Leben, ihre Leidenschaften und natürlich ihre Liebe zum Tanz zu erfahren.

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SCHÜLERINNEN IM FOKUS - ALEXIA
SCHÜLERINNEN IM FOKUS - ALEXIA

Um das Herz und die Seele unserer Gemeinschaft zu feiern, haben wir einige unserer ZeoT Schülerinnen interviewt. Wir haben das Privileg, mit so vielen verschiedenen und wundervollen Frauen zu tanzen, und wir freuen uns, mehr über ihr Leben, ihre Leidenschaften und natürlich ihre Liebe zum Tanz zu erfahren.

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