I would completely recommend any kind of burlesque classes or workshop!

My experience has been that everyone is usually just as nervous as you are (the super-confident ones are already out there on stage!) but by the end of about an hour, just as Beatrix says everyone relaxes and really gets into it.

I delayed doing burlesque classes for ages because I thought you had to be a trained dancer (i.e. ballet, jazz, modern etc) to be any good at it, as I'd heard that lots of pro burlesque dancers come from a dancer background. What I've learnt is that it doesn't matter at all what background you come from, what matters is what you put into it.

I've found burlesque classes to be totally inspiring and a real confidence boost, plus very supportive - both from teachers and attendees! Best thing I've ever done for myself. Have fun and let us know how you get on!

Honey