Shimmy Belly Dance Video Lesson - 'Salome and the Sultan' Episode

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Episode 11 - Salome and the Sultan

Dance Level: Beginner – Intermediate

Fitness Category: Tighten and Tone

Target Zones: Glutes, Hips and Thighs

As hip movements are so important in belly dance, we begin this episode with several hip-opening stretches, both seated and standing. Attaining flexibility in these joints will allow you to not just dance, but walk, run, and play with more grace and fluidity. The moves from the teaching section represent some of the best-loved Middle Eastern dance moves like the ‘Head Slide’ and the ‘Hip Circle’: moves that impress audiences. Mastering the moves in this episode, including the ‘Egyptian Figure Eight’ and the ‘Turkish Bump,’ will make you a truly international dancer. Are you ready to make your belly dance performance debut?

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Moves in Episode:

Egyptian Figure Eight

The 'Egyptian Figure Eight' is the exact reverse of 'Maya Hips.' Whereas 'Maya Hips' draws circles from the top, the 'Egyptian Figure Eight' begins at the bottom of the circle.… Learn More

Head Slide

For some, this move is instinctual, but sometimes even accomplished dancers have difficulty with 'Head Slide.' If you are having trouble with this move, try practicing in front of a… Learn More

Hip Circle

Your glutes are some of the most powerful muscles in your body, so let’s use them to power your ‘Hip Circle.’ Begin with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent… Learn More

Turkish Bump

The 'Turkish Bump' is a relatively simple move, but the use of your glutes can take it from blah to bold. Begin with feet parallel, hip width apart. Place the… Learn More
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