The term "bellydance" refers to a wide range of movements from many different areas of the Middle East. The formal name is Middle Eastern Dance or Dance Oriental. It uses body isolations most notably the hips. Isolations are also used in the head, neck, chest, shoulders and hands. When these beautiful isolations are linked together the undulating snake like movements of this beautiful dance are created.
Today bellydance is taught in almost every country and enjoyed by many around the world. Many pursue it for enjoyment, exercise, recreation and performance. Belly dancers are known for their enthusiasm.
Many women have found that the dance creates a strong sense of empowerment and has been a means rediscovering self.
The Benefits of the Artform
- New levels of physical mastery
- A feeling of friendship, camaraderie, and community
- Freedom and Self Expression
- Fun! Smiles! and Laughter!
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About the Studio
It has always been a dream of mine to provide an atmosphere and environment devoted and purposefully designed for the Middle Eastern Belly dancer. Abba! is the fruition of that dream. Built with the loving hands of family and the dancers of our studio it offers a haven for the new and experienced dancer. We offer monthly seminars FREE to students that cover a wide range of topics from costuming, history, and honing specific tools and techniques. Students of the studio also have access to a library of materials and media for exploration. We hope you visit soon and experience the warm nurturing spirit that has been created.
