Barefoot Bellydancing at Bellydance For Life...

Poster of Upcoming Dance Sessions at Bellydance-for-Life.

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:18:03 GMT

This is a current posting of sessions offered this season. Please feel free to copy and share with friends and collegues.

Classes in Toronto

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:15:59 GMT

Lessons are an excellent way to inspire and motivate your dance practice. Bellydance-for-Life offers classes in the Toronto area.

How to Bellydance - The Essential Movement and Concepts

Sat, 05 Jun 2010 18:36:49 GMT

"Seed Movements" are the essence of "How to Bellydance". We use them with creative variations to 'grow' new combinations in the garden of improvised and choreographed dance composition.

Dance Meditation DVD

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 03:41:26 GMT

Join Avena and friends in an ecstatic dance meditation. This dvd program will cultivate freedom of expression in your dancing lifestyle!

Contact at Bellydance for Life

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 01:44:08 GMT

We'd love to make contact with you. Tell your dance-story. Ask questions. Give comments and suggestions. We want to hear from you!

Bellydance Exercise is Mind-Body Fitness for Life

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:53:30 GMT

Bellydance Exercise turns Fitness into an Art! Learn to use the sacred shapes of bellydance to build strong curves, flexible strength, and creative endurance.

Body Temple

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:48:52 GMT

The Body Temple is the home location of Bellydance for Life and incorporates Thai Yoga Massage and Saje Spa Treatments to honor you as the priestess of your personal 'body temple'.

Middle Eastern Recipes

Fri, 23 May 2008 17:29:18 GMT

Bellydancers love exotic flavors! Try these variations of Middle Eastern recipes. They are simple to prepare with readily available ingredients, and nutritionaly balanced too!

Tribal Gathering

Sat, 03 May 2008 02:34:03 GMT

Drawing on the rich geography and history of bellydance, a 'Tribal Gathering' is a party with purpose and meaning . These activities and games compliment any social gathering or event.

Bellydance Costumes

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 21:25:44 GMT

Bellydance costumes are a reflection of our growing global identity and our personal flare. They make you feel gorgeous and exotic!

Hair styles for Dances

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 17:53:59 GMT

Our hairstyle is the crown we wear everyday. Hair styles for dances must compliment our costume without inhibiting movement. Get some inspiring 'looks' here!

Zar Dance

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 02:15:04 GMT

Dancing the Zar is one of the cultural ceremonies of Bellydance that is focused on healing.

Improvisation Technique

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:38:45 GMT

Improvisation technique is worthwhile for all dancers. You can improvise during practice for your own pleasure and to create innovative choreographies. The 'Gateways' are guides to your dancing soul.

Bellydance Instructions

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 04:22:27 GMT

Local lessons are sometimes hard to find, but there are many ways to study this beautiful dancet form. Bellydance For Life offers classes, workshops and many on-line bellydance instructions.

The Art of Bellydance For Life

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 04:20:04 GMT

The art of Bellydance is a living tapestry of creative movement and visual appeal. To study and master the Art of Bellydance is to bring dance to Life, to make living an art.

Roots and Rhythm

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 04:17:27 GMT

Musicality for Bellydancers begins with a study of the roots and rhythm of the Middle East. Each rhythm has

Dancing at Home

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:21:43 GMT

Dancing at Home is a key component to a 'Dancing Lifestyle. There is so much you can do at home to practice and improve your bellydance technique and performance skills.

Anyone Can Dance

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:14:30 GMT

Having a Dancing Lifestyle means 'anyone can dance'. Do it as a family. Share these playful games and concepts as ways of dancing through life together!

Life's a Dance - the Dancing Life of Avena

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 23:02:05 GMT

Life's a Dance! Avena shares her story of dance. Meet the woman behind Bellydance for Life! Share your dance-story too!

Performance Games for Improvisation

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:00:42 GMT

Performance games at your social gatherings will spark spontaneous, improvisational dance.

The Performance Art of Bellydance

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:42:16 GMT

A great bellydance performance has a balance of technical prowess with passion and warmth. A bellydancer seeks to be more than a object of beauty or abstract artist.

Belly Dance Styles

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:36:53 GMT

There are as many belly dance styles as there are bellydancers, but there are 2 basic categories: Recreational and Fine Art.

Belly dance through Pregnancy

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:36:01 GMT

With Bellydance, you can dance through pregnancy, and feel like a goddess! Bellydance is perfectly designed for motherhood. A healthy glow, and well-being are hallmarks of a pregnant bellydancer.

Mind-Body Therapy

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:29:28 GMT

To more fully integrate your dance experiences, it is worthwhile to use some kind of mind-body therapy. Our favorite processes are presented for you to try.

Improvisation Games

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 17:23:33 GMT

There are 12 improvisation games that we call 'Improvisational Gateways'. They act as guides that arouse the improvisation soul within you.

Belly Dancing Clothes

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:01:28 GMT

Design your own belly dancing clothes for stage and everyday wear. Adorn your 'dancing lifestyle' with a bellydance outfit.

Dancing With Children

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 03:49:59 GMT

Belly dancing with children is fun for everyone! Children love bellies, bellybuttons and bellydance. With a few games and an open mind, you can share endless hours in joy, beauty and freedom.

Strong Curves for Bellydance and for Life

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 14:28:15 GMT

Strong curves and supple flexibility are hallmarks of a powerful bellydancer. At Bellydance for Life, fitness is an art, using circular and wavy movements to build strength.

Boys Dance

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 02:46:44 GMT

Give boys and girls the same music, and even the very young will exhibit different responses. Boys dance is different. Are they capable then of bellydancing?

Dancing Through Life

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 21:26:36 GMT

Dancing through Life is about seeing dance in everything and everywhere. Bring your dance to Life. Make your life a beautiful Dance. Here are inspiring ideas for creating a 'Dancing Lifestyle.'

Trance Dance

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 20:44:56 GMT

Trance Dance is the way to dance your pain away! You can heal whatever ails you by getting it in motion, dissolving it, and eliminating it from your body.

Healing Trance Dance

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 18:10:44 GMT

In the wisdom of bellydance, healing of the whole person can be approached through trance states which are dream-like prayers.

Variables for Using Seed Movements in Bellydance

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 13:18:50 GMT

These variables will allow you to create spontaneous solo bellydance and exciting choreographies. A catchy mnemonic will help you to remember them all.

Sacred Shapes of Bellydance

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 16:57:47 GMT

The elements of bellydance are considered "sacred shapes" because each one invokes nature and archetypes of our existence. They form an essence, a language through which we can express our soul.

Signature Movements to Accompany Bellydance Rhythms

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 22:59:24 GMT

Signature Movements are the movements and combinations that usually accompany a certain rhythm of bellydance. You can use them to recognize changes in rhythm, and to get a feeling for the music.