Shimmy Online Belly Dance Video Class - 'The Hanging Garden' Episode

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Episode 7 - The Hanging Garden

Dance Level: Beginner

Fitness Category: Tighten and Tone

Target Zones: Thighs and Belly

Take inspiration from the incredible flexibility and strength of our tri-athlete and mother of three, Karen, with a yoga-inspired warm-up to get your body ready to Shimmy. Graceful arm movements add an emotional element to the dance as the Shimmy Dancers display a variety of traditional and cabaret upper-arm and hand movements like ‘Falling Leaves.’ Next we review the essential belly dance moves, the ‘Head Slide’ and the ‘Hip Circle.’  Watch how a basic travelling step like the ‘Grapevine’ and the ballet-inspired ‘Ronde de Jambe’ take on a sensual Middle Eastern flavour simply by emphasizing the hip. Every part of your body has a voice, so let it sing!

 

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Moves in Episode:

Falling Leaves

In belly dance, hands and eyes express emotions. Stiff hands and eyes staring straight ahead tell your audience that you are nervous, or worse — bored. To avoid this, practice… Learn More

Grapevine

This move can be quite plain on its own, but paying attention to a few key points will give it a more elegant, Middle Eastern flavour. First let’s get a… 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

Ronde de Jambe

The 'Ronde de Jambe' is a very important movement in almost all dance forms, but can look very restrained unless you add some Middle Eastern touches. Begin in a neutral… Learn More
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