Bellydance

by Dolphina

Whether you want a great way to get fit and have fun with the girls or learn a new art of seduction, "Bellydance" is the guide for you. Follow the 3 step exercise routine, each step slightly more advanced, as you gain confidence to perform in a group or for a partner. Forget traditional and tedious fitness routines and get the ultimate feminine figure as you tone all your muscles and improve flexibility, stamina and posture.

Genres: Nonfiction, Fitness, Reference

160 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[JB · Rating 1 out of 5]

Absolute scam artist. I signed up for Dolphinas Bellydance Instructor Training and she never sent me the private videos for it. She met with me promising me a class where we structure choreography. She was most definitely high on something and left to the bathroom every 15 min. She ended up ordering me food and having me pay for it when I insisted I just ate before our meeting to be ready for our dance lesson. That never happened. She only talked about goddess energy the whole time. She blessed me with a belt and then asked for it back when we parted ways. I was shocked and infuriated that nothing that was promised was delivered and then she immediately blocked me after giving me excuse after excuse. I was so incredibly let down. I forced the venmo payment to be reversed by my bank. Huge disappointment.

[Marci Darling · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dolphina is a fantastic dancer, and has so much to teach us about belly dance. This book has beautiful photographs--not hard considering Dolphina is so gorgeous, but I loved reading it and moving my hips. Dolphina is one of the kindest and most generous people I've ever known. This book is a great addition to any dancer's library!

[Maranda · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book on the art of belly dance, and it’s fitness benefits!

[Feistymonkey · Rating 3 out of 5]

I actually liked this book better than the dvd, because it was easier to understand. Things are very well broken down with easy to follow instructions. Incidentally, the dvd I tried (I believe it was the Goddess Workout) sucked because of the film crew, rather than Dolphina herself; the camera crew kept going for artistic close up shots at the expense of a clean view of the movements. All in all, I got more out of the book, but even if you prefer a video approach to learning it makes a good companion piece.

[Brynna Schiller · Rating 4 out of 5]

Handy book. Dolphina is an excellent dancer. I love her videos and find her descriptions of the steps easy to undersand and mimic. I am not into the spiritual aspect of BellyDance the way she intriduces it. However, her work is handy to have on your shelf if you dance... but I think the videos are better to have.

[Nadine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Typical of DK Publishing each page is fully illustrated with clear instructions. Since using this book my muscles are more toned, my movements smooth and sensual and my confidence increased.

It doesn't take the place of an instructor but it's a good start.

[Susan · Rating 2 out of 5]

This would have been better as a DVD.

[Sandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have to say she was my initial inspiration, and I teach goddess life bellydane

[Annette McIntyre · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots me pictures make this a really helpful book

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is very helpful in breaking down each belly dance move and isolations! I love the pictures and individual written steps. I use this book in conjunction with the DVD's to help further along my belly dancing!