We are excited to welcome a new contributor to our Learning Center! Daewen (aka Amanda Garion) has agreed to share 5 of her Dark Fusion mini instructional videos with INBC members. These can be accessed through our learning center (you must be an individual or professional member and logged in in order to view the content).
Daewen is the founder of the Stygian Collective and the pioneer of Metal Fusion dance—a dark, powerful blend of heavy music and fusion belly dance. Drawing inspiration from metal riffs, horror, emotion, mythology, and her mentors, she’s carved a niche in the fusion world as both a performer and instructor. Since 2020, Daewen has built a thriving international dance community, producing online festivals, leading workshops, and offering a comprehensive Stygian Certification Program for dancers of all levels.
She has studied extensively in the fusion style with many top-tier instructors, with the most inspiring being Ariellah, Silvia Salamanca, Michelle Sorensen, Belladonna, and her dance bestie Ami Amoré! With a background in psychology, coaching, and rune divination, she combines technical expertise, magical flair, emotional depth, and a passion for personal growth to support dancers both on and off the stage. Known as “Mama Stygian,” Daewen balances her dark, powerful performances with warmth, humor, and a deep commitment to community.
Visit her online at stygian.dance.