Shimmy Belly Dance Video Lesson - 'Hips and Hops on a Snake' Episode

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Episode 9 - Hips and Hops on a Snake

Dance Level: Beginner

Fitness Category: Calorie-Burner

Target Zone: Glutes and Arms

We begin this episode with a true dancers’ warm-up aimed at increasing flexibility in the legs and back. The teaching section is excellent for those interested in tribal belly dance as we combine the sharp ‘Hip Piston’ with ‘Snake Arms’ — a classic combo in tribal style. The level changes and the ‘1, 2, 3 Hop’ with ‘Hip Pop’ make this episode one of the biggest calorie burners in the Shimmy program, so it is fitting that the finale features energetic solos from the tight and toned Dominique and Karen. Remember to use your glutes and not just your quads when changing levels and keep your arms up high for a real workout. After such a workout, why not indulge in a long, hot, bubble bath to soothe your muscles and celebrate your journey to becoming a belly dance diva!

 

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Moves in Episode:

1, 2, 3 Hop

This relatively simple move is a real calorie-burner. To make it look more graceful and not simply look like you are doing aerobics, remember to point your toe on the… Learn More

Hip Piston

Perhaps "belly dance" should be called "hip dance" as so many of the moves come from the hips. To get a very sharp ‘Hip Piston,' make sure to engage your… Learn More

Hip Pop

Like many of the hip-centered moves, the key to the 'Hip Pop' is to engage your glutes while using the correct foot position. Pick up your left foot and place… Learn More

Snake Arms

If you are having trouble with this move, try it from a different approach. Instead of focussing on which parts of the arm lift first, focus on the shoulders. If… Learn More
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