Lois Marshall, professionally known as Salwa, has over 40 years of experience as a dancer, instructor, performer and choreographer.

Beginning in the late 70’s, under the direction of Simone Prouty, Salwa was a founding member of Simone’s Seventh Veil.

In 1993, she went on to become a principal performer under the direction of Soraya Chope. Later that year she took over as the Director of Aalim Belly Dance.

Dance is a life-long passion for Salwa. She strives to elevate, educate and inspire others in the art of Belly Dance. As an instructor and performer, she perfects her craft through continual studies. She is Level 4 Certified in the Salimpour Institute of Dance, and currently working on her Level 5 certification.