The Art of Bellydance

The art of bellydance can be enjoyed by anybody. Regardless of height, size, ethnicity, age or ability. It is for everyone.

The art of bellydance can be practiced in the living room, the kitchen, the bedroom, or studio. It even harmonizes with the outdoors: the mountains, the forest, the beach, the yard.

The art of bellydance can be performed on stage, on screen, outdoors or in the comforts of home. It is a universal art form.

You have all you need already:

Music that stirs your soul, and a body that moves.
Maybe you even have some scarves and jangles
for extra fun and motivation.

But something inside you wants more.

You want to be good. You want to develop your dance.
Refine it. Adorn it. Share it.

Then you are a dance artist.

You need to master your body ~ make it strong and supple.

check out "Bellydance Exercise"- for Strong and Supple Curves.

You need to learn and refine movements ~ and make them your own.

Click here for "How to Bellydance" - the Essentials

You need to understand the music ~ down to the vibration of sound.

For "Roots and Rhythm", click here.

And you want to decorate yourself and your space ~ go all out.

Why not design a "Costume"?

Then you need to connect all this
to the voice of your spirit
~ say something with your dance ~

Performing is an Art, click here for 'how to' suggestions

Becoming an Artist of Bellydance

A bellydance artist has endurance, creativity, strength and flexibility. When you develop these qualities on a daily basis, your body changes and the movements become natural.

To take dance beyond physical fitness or recreation, and be true to the art, you need to dedicate considerable time (and some money too). Ideally, you already do a class with an instructor that can mentor you along this path and you have access to some kind of 'studio' to practice.

However, there is lots you can do without these luxuries. A 'Home Practice' is an affordable and rewarding way to D.I.Y (do it yourself).

Check out the 'Dancing at Home' page at Bellydance for Life. Click!

Topics to Study in the Art of Bellydance

Study of the rhythms, and knowledge of the foundational movements, enables the dancer to em-body the music.

These common threads that weave throughout all aspects of belly dance will be referred to as "Musicality" and "Seed movements".

Other specialty topics for study include:

Choreography
Improvising

Egyptian Cabaret
Folkloric
Tribal Fusion
Gypsy
Persian

Veil
Candle
Sword
Rhythms and Zills

Search the internet for these topics. Ask your instructor to teach you the ones that sound interesting.

Study one at a time, or many. Follow your Bliss! Each element is like a drop of water. They all flow to the ocean that is Bellydance!

For a Schedule of Classes offered by Bellydance for Life, click here

The Art of Performance

Once your ability and confidence grow, you may feel the urge to share the powerful beauty of bellydance in performance. You are ready to test your skill on stage. Wonderful!

Performing is somewhat of an art within itself. Singers, musicians and actors also study the Art of Performance. It can be a whole new world! (scary, exciting and full of wonder!)

For the bellydancer, there are infinite venues to exhibit their art. Some are relatively easier that others. At first, find something that is within your comfort zone. Gather a supportive audience. Make sure your music (sound) and costume will work. Be sure to visit our "Performance" page for more suggestions. For the bellydancer, there are infinite venues to exhibit their art. Some are relatively easier that others. At first, find something that is within your comfort zone. Gather a supportive audience. Make sure your music (sound) and costume will work.

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