Welcome to Cinnamon Twist

Established in the early-2000s by Virginia Keft, Cinnamon Twist Belly Dance is the Illawarra and South Coast’s longest-running centre for the study of Middle Eastern and contemporary belly dance.

Based on Dharawal Country (Wollongong), we offer weekly classes in our private dance studio for people of all ages and experience levels.

Our approach blends tradition and creativity in a welcoming, inclusive space where people come to move, connect, and grow through dance.

What you’ll find

We’ve recently moved into a beautiful new studio in Crown Street Mall.

Cinnamon Twist’s new home is part of Keftworks Studios — an arts space and gallery that brings together Virginia’s long-standing practices in both dance and visual art.

Here, movement and creativity sit side by side in a space designed for community, expression, and making things happen.

Cinnamon Twist

  • Premium dance classes for all ages & experience levels

  • Supportive and inclusive atmosphere

  • Traditional & contemporary styles

  • Events & performances

  • Hens Parties & Workshops

Keftworks Studios

  • Artist-led gallery space

  • Workshops & Exhibitions

  • Aboriginal cultural storytelling & weaving

  • Art, Culture & Community

  • Contemporary visual art

  • Consultation & art commissions