Isabel Bruni
Alia McKenzie-Murdoch
Mein Weg durch die Dunkelheit: Heilung und ...

Was kann helfen, wenn man sich selbst nicht mehr spürt? Wenn Depression den Alltag beschwert und Selbstzweifel überwiegen? Für Isabel, eine Schülerin der ZeoT Tanzschule, wurde der Bauchtanz zur Antwort. In diesem ehrlichen und berührenden Erfahrungsbericht erzählt sie, wie Bewegung ihr half, ihren Körper neu zu entdecken, Selbstvertrauen aufzubauen und liebevoller mit sich selbst umzugehen. Es ist eine Geschichte über Körperliebe, Heilung und die Kraft einer unterstützenden Tanzgemeinschaft.

Wir sind sehr dankbar für Isabels Mut, ihre Geschichte zu erzählen.

Mein Weg durch die Dunkelheit: Heilung und Selbstakzeptanz durch Bauchtanz
Alia McKenzie-Murdoch
ALCHEMY: A Bellydance Journey of Change and ...

At ZeoT Zürich, we believe bellydance is more than movement—it's a transformational journey. This year's show, ALCHEMY, on June the 14th 2025, is an artistic exploration of change, both chemical and emotional, inspired by the processes of transformation found in chemistry. From the bubbling of ideas to the burning away of the past, ALCHEMY invites you into a world where movement becomes magic.

Here in Zürich, we bring together dancers from all walks of life—expats, locals, professionals, and beginners—who all share one thing: a desire to express themselves through the empowering language of bellydance.

Below, we explore four key processes of alchemy and chemistry, each one reflecting a dancer’s path of self-discovery, change, and growth.

ALCHEMY: A Bellydance Journey of Change and Connection in Zürich
Alia Mckenzie-Murdoch
Alia McKenzie-Murdoch
MORE THAN BELLY DANCE: 10 THINGS YOU (PROBABLY) ...

As part of celebrating 10 years at ZeoT, I’m sharing a little behind-the-scenes look at who I am and who I was before ZeoT. My mission to bring art into belly dance and help women discover confidence through movement is the result of many different experiences. If I were a cake, I’d be a multi-tiered wedding cake, layered with sponge, cream, and icing, and stacked with stories. The ten years I’ve been running my business is only one slice of the cake—just one layer in the many tiers of my life. Some steps have been solid, others surprising, but each has led me to where I am today. So, here’s a little slice for you.

MORE THAN BELLY DANCE: 10 THINGS YOU (PROBABLY) DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT MY JOURNEY TO ZEOT ZÜRICH
Alia Mckenzie-Murdoch
Alia McKenzie-Murdoch
Celebrating 10 Years Since Taking Over the ZeoT ...

2025 marks a major milestone for me and our dance studio: 10 years of movement, joy, and connection! When I took over the studio a decade ago, it was already a thriving space for dancers. My vision was to honour its success while bringing a fresh perspective—infusing more art, strengthening the sense of community, and expanding our offerings. The journey has been transformative in ways I could never have imagined.

Throughout this year, I want to take you behind the scenes of our 10-year story. We’ll reflect on where it all began, celebrate the incredible community we’ve built, and share some fun surprises along the way.

Celebrating 10 Years Since Taking Over the ZeoT Zürich Studio
Rachida Aharrat
Alia McKenzie-Murdoch
Belly Dancing Unveiled: The Hidden Benefits for ...

Why do so many doctors, osteopaths, gynaecologists, and physiotherapists recommend belly dancing, even without having attended a single class? Perhaps it’s because they intuitively understand that belly dancing strengthens the body’s inner musculature. Rachida Aharrat dives into the anatomy of bellydance to unveil the benefits for your body.

Belly Dancing Unveiled: The Hidden Benefits for Your Body and Beyond

self care

Mein Weg durch die Dunkelheit: Heilung und Selbstakzeptanz durch Bauchtanz

Mein Weg durch die Dunkelheit: Heilung und Selbstakzeptanz durch Bauchtanz

Was kann helfen, wenn man sich selbst nicht mehr spürt? Wenn Depression den Alltag beschwert und Selbstzweifel überwiegen? Für Isabel, eine Schülerin der ZeoT Tanzschule, wurde der Bauchtanz zur Antwort. In diesem ehrlichen und berührenden Erfahrungsbericht erzählt sie, wie Bewegung ihr half, ihren Körper neu zu entdecken, Selbstvertrauen aufzubauen und liebevoller mit sich selbst umzugehen. Es ist eine Geschichte über Körperliebe, Heilung und die Kraft einer unterstützenden Tanzgemeinschaft.

Wir sind sehr dankbar für Isabels Mut, ihre Geschichte zu erzählen.

MAKING TIME TO DANCE = SELF CARE!

MAKING TIME TO DANCE = SELF CARE!

We’ve all heard the analogy of the oxygen mask in the airplane as applied to ‘self care’. If you don’t put on your mask first, you can’t help others. If you don’t take care of yourself, you can’t care for others.

Self-care – sometimes referred to as holding space for yourself – comes in many different forms. The point is that these activities refresh and energise, provide us with emotional and creative outlets and, in the end, satisfy our needs first.

After we’ve taken care of the basics (good nutrition, enough sleep, physical activity) our creative outlets such as dancing can energise us and form part of our self care routine. Read on to find out how to incorporate dance into your self care routine and some of the benefits you’ll enjoy by making dance a regular habit.