Hawaii Belly Dance Convention

This is such an incredible event! Malia’s passion for belly dance and people shines through. Every aspect is extremely well put together and professional. I have attended the last three years from Seattle and am excited about going again this year! At my very first convention, I was touched by how welcoming and kind everyone was. They truly showed me the Aloha spirit!
Whether you are a belly dancer, want to learn, or looking for some incredible entertainment, this is the convention you don’t want to miss!

The Hawaii Belly Dance Convention is a wonderful opportunity for dancers to partake in hours of amazing class instruction from talented teachers from around the world. Malia and her group of beautiful spirits put on a spectacular show called the Shimmy Showcase in conjunction with the convention, which is a must see for dance students and audience alike.
Every year I’ve attended this convention, I can say that it only gets better. I enjoy the time I also get to spend connecting with other dancers in the community and from other countries.
Keep up the great work!

The beautiful Malia Delapenia who never cease to amaze me with her Annual Event
Hawaii Belly Dance Convention/​Shimmy Showcase– Essence and the Unveiling: Moving, provocative and sexy, It’s held annually at the Doris Duke Theatre with always great talents, some I would have never heard of if she didn’t bring them down. Malia’s ever gracious heart, humbleness and gratitude equals success ! I was so taken by the entire show performances, besides the 4 amazing guest dancers, there are too many great talents to mention, such as Anjanette Thomas from the Devi Dance and my first to see the Light Marcher. This event features several days and nights of various activities so there is something always for everyone. if you like hiking, cruising on the catamaran, shopping or learning something new, the bellydancing instructors offer workshops and you get to meet them as well. What a great weekend of fun !
Congratulations again to Malia Delapenia and her amazing bellydancers and much success to you next year and the many years to come ! Thank you for the inspiration !

The Hawaii Belly Dance Convention always delivers on its promises to dazzle, entertain and inspire both the professional and novice connoisseur of this ancient art. As president of MEDAH (Middle Eastern Dance Artists of Hawaii) — (which is unaffiliated with the Hawaii Belly Dance Convention except that we share some dancers in common) — I come across a great deal of Belly Dance events in our community each year. If you had to select one – this would be it. Folks from across the globe come to share their fresh innovations and angles at technique, the feeling is warm and celebratory with just the right amount of humor to ease the tensions of built up transfixion. Wonderful performances, bewilderingly powerful drums (if I say so myself ;-)) and great, great fun!

Aloha! For all those who study, appreciate, or are curious about belly dance, I highly recommend HBDC. I have known the Producer/​Creator for many years. She is a stunningly beautiful dancer, inspiring teacher, and a fabulous producer. Last year’s HBDC was a complete package of highly skilled teachers, beautifully executed performances, and a lot of fun and aloha. Each year, HBDC out performs itself, so I anticipate 2014 will do the same. Classes and shows do sell out, so do not delay registration. Enjoy!

Fabulous event– gala show, workshops with top notch instructors, vendors, after party/​show and much more. Malia shares aloha and appreciates those who join her at this wonderful convention, so between that and the well organized all encompassing great time, I prioritize coming here. This will be my 5^th time attending this event and I highly recommend it! FIVE STARS!!!

I love attending the convention each year, especially the workshops from out-​of-​town amazing dancers. I feel like I learn so much! Also it’s fun to bond with other people who are in love with this wonderful art form. I’m really looking forward to this year, there are going to be some great performances :)

The Hawaii Belly Dance Convention is a amazing experience. It is a great venue to watch and learn about the ancient art of belly dancing. To have such a creative, fun, and unique convention in Hawaii is a breath of fresh air. You have an opportunity to learn from professional dancers, shop, and watch an amazing show. If you want to see something creative and fun come to the Hawaii Belly Dance Convention. You will not be disappointed.