I am fairly new to bellydance, and would like to pursue it professionally. I've read a few things and have seen that it is wise to work with a teacher or a mentor first. I am 33 years, have been practicing bellydance for a few years now, and am finally seeing progress in rolling my belly. My mother was a professional bellydancer in the '70s, and she put us in a class for it when we were little kids, but she never shared or taught us anything about it. I am interested in Turkish, but all others, especially tribal, as well. Also, I have tattoos. I really am in a hurry to start down the professional road, and would appreciate any and all contacts and advice. As a remarkable aside, I don't drive; but I have finally attained a learner's permit. I mention it to illustrate that I am presently heavily reliant on patient and generous souls, as I am having a late start on adulthood. Please feel free to contact me directly at teenabyrd@hotmail.com . Is it possible to get started professionally without money? Any creative suggestions welcome. Thanks.