Is Belly dancing hard?
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When you begin learning, you should wear something so that you can see the movements your body makes, something form fitting. If you are performing for someone, you can buy a hip scarf. It is fun to learn, but it takes a little time to get used to the seperate body moves, like the snake arms and hip circles.
990514
The best workout for the abs is crunches. Dance or move for about five minutes then do about 25 crunches a day twice. And another one is lie on a mat and pull your legs together high up do it about 10 to 20 times. Also Dancing is good, for specific like belly dancing thats why they are in shape, like Shakira she's got good abs because she is the best belly dancer. And Cardio exercises like walking or running on the treadmill and increase speed and incline as time goes by. And thats the best ways to look great. Good luck. And in no time you will see a big change.
292516
i sympathize with you, i'm black and cant dance either.\nbut on the real, ask your bf to help you, that's what ive been tryn to do, mind you it might lead to some thangs(ahem)--that might help :) <lots of fun!>
409120
Historically speaking yes very much so, bellydance if done correclty transends body size and allows a womans true sensuality to seep out and be put out there
286125
I wish you all the luck...Watch the video over and over again. Better more, get some dance lessons. Remember: You can do it.
951167
Turn on some music and move your body to it. Dont worry too much, Im sure you arent the ONLY one there who hasnt danced before, but once everyone really gets into it, People really dont pay all that close of attention to it. If you are really nervous, Stand with your feet about shoulder width apart, and move your hips in a figure 8 from side to side. Dont sway, and as far as your arms go, I think its so sexy when dancing and the song refers to a "YOU" if you point at people. I go out dancing every other weekend and have alot of fun. My friends say Im a great dancer and Im always having a blast... so I hope this helps some.
19523
I think it has something to do with NAFTA.  But if I were you, I wouldn't accept their challenges.. those dancers may have puny upper bodies, but they can kick a hole right through your torso.
443338
Perhaps you could apply to an Arabian harem.  They have an excellent work-study program for belly-dancing!  They also adorn you with beautiful clothing.
489625
I feel that in the beginning it was OK for her to belly dance.The first song she belly danced with was "ojos asi", from her album "Donde están los ladrones".In that song the chorus was in Arabic, and the music itself felt kind of Arabian. Back then it was nice to see her belly dance, cause it could be seen as is she were connecting to her Lebanese roots. But now, 2 or 3 albums later she's still doing it, and it's just annoying! Enough already!
1080457
ja ja ja ja.  I don't think so. It will never be sexy. Women can not handle good sex with that big belly.\nBesides I just got a mail with 20 rules to get a woman's heart. One of them says: Do not get fat, only women can get fat, but NEVER tell her a word about it.
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Simply put, no. It's not hard to learn. It is hard, however, to perfect. It only takes as long as it takes for you to learn to adapt your body to the movements. So increasing your general physical condition and balance are KEY!!!\n\nBut it's worth it. LOADS of fun!
196631
Hey! You know, you can look in your local library for all kinds of dancing videos. Good luck! P.s. Male belly dancers are hot! They are the most popular dancers at our belly dancing festivals! lol :)
659246
omg i have the same problem....i do a work out called cosmopolitan tonetics it works really well one thing i remember for the stomache is go to do a sit up and slowly roll down 1 virtabra at a time slowly and easily then rotate to the sides and do it....trust me u can totally feel it after just 3 times but i do that about 5 times a night and when i wake up i do them 7 so yup yup\nbest of luck:D
303404
In the past few years, the competition among strip clubs in SE Asia has risen above expectation. True there would still be sleazy clubs, but several joints offer you more than the usual entertainment. Erotic dancing is indeed hard.   Some countries require formalized dance schooling or finishing school for personality projection or  performace arts diploma (jazz or ballet dancing).  I would say, stripping is an exotic art especially if interpreted with Middle Asian belly dancing, Turkish dance, Balinese, Geishaseque, Polynesian style or the good old erotic pole and ledge dancing. You can easily distinguish performance art and service performance, patrons still have the right to choose.
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Yes, it can help you lose weight.  That is only if you do fast paced movements repeatedly to get the blood flowing.\nIt helps tone your body more than help you lose weight.  Since belly dancing shows you how to isolate parts of your body from the rest, it works each muscle seperately(back, upper ab, lower ab, etc.)  It also helps shape your buns and thighs.  I highly recommend it and be serious about it when you dance.  Listen to your body and feel the movements, that way you know you're doing it right and you'll see results if you keep at it.
556146
Why don't you ask your friends to teach you...this is NOT the hardest dance to learn, basic Salsa is easy, fun, and you will learn moves as you dance...a good leader will "make' you do your stuff. Good luck
772206
It's not hard at all. \nYou just have to not be afraid to fall because, trust me, you will fall.\nIt's also one of those things where you just have to run and attack it. Skimboarding leaves no room for hesitation.\nIf you're fearless, you'll do great.\nIt took me the longest time to get up the courage to run and just jump with both feet landing on the board. But once I did it the first time, there was no stopping me and now I love it. \n\nBottom line: Don't hesitate. don't be afraid to fall. and practice, practice, practice.