Classes and Workshops

  • Burlesque with Stella at Denver Circus Collective

    Thursday Nights 8:30 - 9:30 pm

    At Denver Circus Collective

    Burlesque with Stella is a beginner-intermediate level dance class that incorporates technique from varying time periods and cultures while applying it to The Tease and The Reveal! 

    Sign up at https://www.circuscollective.com/

  • Raqs Online

    I’ve joined the Raqs Online team which means you can now take Burlesque classes with me from anywhere in the world! This amazing online dance platform has over 500 different classes that you have access to when you sign up for a monthly membership! That of course includes my first round of Burlesque classes. I have 1 brief lecture, 4 combos, and a full choreography for you to play with!

    Check it out at

    https://raqsonline.com/

  • Private Lessons/1:1 coaching

    Private lessons are curated to each individuals needs, desires, and goals for what they are wanting to create. We can talk about movement theory, costuming, props, inspiration, musicality, industry information, and of course performance/dance movement. We can work together on Burlesque, Belly Dance, Prop work, Sensual embodiment/movement, Character creation/embodiment, or Modeling.

    All experience levels are welcome! I will cater your private lesson to your experience level and desired focus.

  • Model Coaching/Photoshoot Assistance

    Whether you are a model or photographer, you can hire me to support the success of your photoshoot!

  • Online Courses

    COMING SOON

Credentials and Experience

  • 200hr YTT - Classical Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga 2014

  • BDD Belly Dance Teacher Training - 2018

  • Hot Hula Fitness Instructor - 2020

  • Burlesque Series Showcase - 2020

  • Strippers Holiday - 2023

  • Freelance Modeling since 2008

  • Practicing Yoga since 2014

  • Teaching since 2014

  • Training as a dancer since 2015

  • Performing professionally since 2016

Student Testimonials

  • I cannot recommend working with Stella enough. I booked a private with her to work on a burlesque act and she helped me unlock such a fun and wonderful routine. She offered pointers, costuming ideas, ways to spice it up, and was so kind and collaborative throughout. She is wonderful!!!

    N. Antweiler

  • Shannon was my fusion belly dance instructor for many years, and was the first real catalyst in my early dancing career. Her teaching style truly challenged not only my dance technique, but also my creative methodology. Shannon has a wealth of both dance and performance knowledge, and it was such a pleasure to learn from her.

    B. Dingess

  • Shannon came into my life at exactly the right time. As a brand new dancer at the age of 37 and having birthed four children, I was certainly not comfortable in my own skin. Not only did Shannon teach me to appreciate the beauty of my own body, but I learned so much dance technique and understanding of my own physiology from her. Shannon’s methodology is one in which everyone in the room feels loved, accepted and encouraged. I have laughed and cried and everything in between in her dance classes. I would highly recommend working with her in any capacity - she is pure magic.

    H. Forgey

  • Working with Shannon and Heather through the modeling 101 workshop exceeded my expectations in every aspect. I thoroughly enjoyed the layout of the day. We started with all the information and discussion needed to immediately turn around and utilize in real time what was learned. As a woman, I loved that safety was a topic discussed. Throughout the entire workshop, both Heather and Shannon made me feel incredibly comfortable. I learned so much, and feel so much more confident in front of the camera after working with them. Could not recommend this workshop enough, 100/10 experience.

    B. Dingess

  • Some of my clients have expressed interest in looking into stepping more into their feminine energy through dance. I always like to recommend @thestellaluna at @denvercircuscollective Thursdays at 7:30pm. Let's be real, feeling "sexy" when your hair is frizzy, you're not wearing make up and tired is written all over your face, is not easy. But Stella does a fantastic job of empowering you to feel attractive in your own skin. She is lighthearted, kind, and creates fun combos that bring my love of Jazz, pole, musical theatre, playing dress up/dress down ;) and yoga (as she has some background in it) all into one class. I would say you definitely feel safe and welcome, so great place to try this world out if you're nervous. Class is great for body empowerment, confidence building, coordination, centering and dynamic play. Ballroom shoes are added fun but not required, I bring knee pads to every dance class ever, but you may not need them. Some dance helpful but not required.

    B. Knopf