In beginner we learned about the history of belly dance, reviewed hip and rib cage slides and learned hip and rib cage horizontal circles


In Intermediate we reviewed ¾ shimmies on the up and down, learned the folkloric shoulder shimmy, zill played 3-1 and when you would use it. We also worked on adding heel drops and bounces on hip circles, the rocking step hop, the foot in the mud step, the double pelvic tuck and drop walks and hip downs.

In Advanced we learned various points to balance a sword or cane and worked on descending and ascending for floorwork gracefully in a skirt.

I was asked about tummy covers/body stockings, http://www.dahlal.com/ carries them for around $30. Search midriff body stocking. Nashid, one of the Manhattan dancers says she has a few that she is looking to sell. She would want $15-20 for them. If you would like to purchase one of hers, let me know.