Sahina is a Western Massachusetts based bellydancer and costume designer known for her captivating and graceful performances and sophisticated costumes.  As a dancer her style leans towards Modern American and Vintage Oriental, with influences from her studies of Turkish, Egyptian, and Fusion bellydance forms. Sahina is grateful to her two most influential teachers- Rose Champagne and Shifah who have shaped her into the dancer she is today. She is constantly striving to further her knowledge of bellydance through workshops, intensives, and private lessons with many nationally and internationally renowned dancers including Jillina, Bozenka, Ansuya, Nadira Jamal, Shadia, and Ranya Renee. Sahina is also a founding member of the Northampton Massachusetts based Middle Eastern band Manavi.

As a teacher she works with her students to develop their own personal styles whether they are hobbyists looking for a fun way to exercise or aspiring professional dancers.  Her classes emphasize the importance of musicality and knowledge of the exciting variety of bellydance styles.

As a costume designer she works with her clients to provide beautiful and flattering costumes for all dance styles and body types.  Her attention to detail and exquisite craftsmanship have made her a favorite designer of many local dancers.