All of the teachers at Henna Nights are committed to providing their students with quality teaching. They regularly update their skills and practice safe dance.

Zalika

The founder and driving force behind Henna Nights. Over 30 years experience in dance with 19 of those in Middle eastern dance. She has trained some of Adelaide's top dancers. To find out more about Zalika please see her personal pages or her gallery.

Luna

Our principle teacher plus a talented and exciting performer. Being Zalika's daughter, Luna has grown up with Middle Eastern dance. This has allowed her to develop her dance to a high standard. Her first performance was at the tender age of 8. Since then Luna has become one of Adelaide's top performers. She is best known for her energetic, dynamic performances. Try Luna's free style class which she likes to call Belly Burn - A fun, aerobic Bellydance workout! Luna is troupe leader of our stunning "Desert Dreams." Luna presents workshops locally and interstate. Luna's gallery

Jewel

Jewel is our Fusion teacher. She was brought up on classical Bellydance, like her sister Luna. From there she tried her hand at Tribal and today Jewel is best known for her unique fusion style which incorporates elements of classical, tribal, cabaret and modern dance. Her performances are often theatrical and characterized. Jewel is also troupe leader of "Bazaar!"  Jewel's gallery

Azura

Azura is a relief teacher at Henna Nights and one of the original members of the Desert Dreams. Azura has been dancing for 6 years, performed all over Adelaide, and has danced her way through 2 pregnancies!
Azura's gallery

Tracy

Tracy is our wonderful belly dance classic teacher. Tracy has been involved in Middle Eastern dance for the past 7 years and is a long standing member of Troupe Mirage. During her time with us Tracy has performed a many functions both local and interstate. Tracy will help you discover the benefits of this dance and how they relate to women. Tracey's gallery.

Renee

Renée is one of our relief teachers. She has been a much loved member of the Desert Dreams for several years, is an excellent choreographer and is also a talented solo performer.  Renee's gallery.

Kevin

Kevin, Zalika's husband, began to play tabla at age 29 when persuaded by Zalika to join her in a tabla class. Kevin enjoyed the classes. He soon found he had a talent for drumming and so began his love of percussion instruments. His teacher, Jack Kourani took him under his wing encouraging him in to further his studies and begin his own classes. Kevin has a broad knowledge of Middle Eastern rhythms and how these rhythms relate to the dancer.

First comes the sweat. Then comes the beauty if you're very lucky and
have said your prayers. -- George Balanchine