Hello! My name is Liana Hardcastle, and Stormbirds Belly Dance is my baby. I first found belly dance in middle school when I was wowed by an amazing dancer, Karen O’shea, who then became my teacher.

My journey with dance was in and out, always seeking for the community and connection I felt in those first classes. Finally, in January of 2022, 3 months after suffering a pelvic injury during childbirth, I found Fire Phoenix Belly Dance in Nashville, TN.

At the time, I had no clue what FatChanceBellyDance®Style was, but boy was I in for one of the best life-changing experiences!

Under the expert teaching of McKenna Driver, Director of FPBD, and the other members of the FP troupe, I quickly grew into the dance and fell deeply in love with the style. I was welcomed into the troupe in 2023 and then completed my Teacher Training and received my certification later that year.

I grew up in New Hampshire and felt the need to return in January 2024. It was then that I launched Stormbirds Belly Dance in Ashland. I’ve since expanded into Tilton and teach my beginner classes at All In Fitness at the Tanger Outlets.

This journey has been incredible so far and I look forward to connecting with you and welcoming you into the Stormbirds circle where we celebrate the joy of movement while learning to make space for playfulness as adults.