Tonya, Bellydancer and Producer of the Belly Dancer of the Universe Competitions in Long Beach, California

Tonya, of Tonya and Atlantis, BDUC co-producer

Tonya teaches belly dance classes in Orange County and Los Angeles Colunty in Huntington Beach, San Pedro, Long Beach, and LOS ANGELES / SANTA MONICA , DOWNEY / NORWALK / CERRITOS.

Tonya has captured the highest awards possible in the field of Middle Eastern Dance from across the nation. Among them: Best Teacher; Promoter; Achiever; MC and others.

Tonya is the producer and co-producer of the Belly Dancer of the Universe Competitions held annually in Long Beach, CA. She has alternated holding the offices of President and Vice President of the Middle Eastern Culture and Dance Association (MECDA) Beach Cities Chapter.

Tonya presently teaches belly dancing (Le Danse Oriental) or Middle Eastern Dance, at Golden West College, Cerritos College and Santa Monica College, and the Southern California Dance Academy in Long Beach as well as private coaching for competitions, performances, etc.

Also a fabulous costume designer, she designs for the dancer's unique personal style.

Also a fabulous costume designer, she designs for the dancer's unique personal style.

Tonya is the creator of Tonya's original Bellydance Showcase now in its 17th year at the Crowne Plaza Los Angeles Harbor Hotel. Featuring live music and spontaneous dance performance for all levels and styles. Showcases are held across Los Angeles and Orange County monthly as well and have something to offer the whole family.

Tonya's classes are always well attended and one of her greatest attributes is her ability to give a complete understanding of this dance in six weeks, thus giving the student the opportunity to know what is ahead should she wish to continue. She has the ability to give personalized attention no matter how large the class and takes great pride in sharing her vast knowledge with all her students