Politti Ashcraft has studied bellydance for over 25 years, with a strong focus on the beautiful and varied styles of Tribal Style Bellydance. Inspired by the diverse cultures of the world, her progressive dance style is an engaging blend of the sacred and contemporary, by way of fluid movement and grace.In her quest for bellydance knowledge, Politti has studied with some of the most talented and gracious dancers in the industry. She continues to learn and grow in her dance by frequently promoting and attending bellydance workshops and festivals in and around the So. Cal area. Politti is also a bit of a “Pilates Junkie” and is fascinated with how the body works - Especially the mind-body connection that is so important in creating strong and beautiful dancers.Politti has earned her General Skills for ATS® (American Tribal Style®) Bellydance AND ATS® Teacher Certifications from Carolena Nericcio, director & founder of FatChanceBellyDance®. She has also completed and passed her BASI (Body Arts & Science International) Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training Program.Politti strives to honor the community aspect of the dance in her bellydance classes along with an emphasis on studying this art form as a discipline. She enjoys instilling her students with a passion for the dance, just as her teachers before her did.www.polittibellydance.comPolitti also reads Tarot and is quite the Fortune Teller...