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Step-by-Step Bellydance

Actor : Leilainia
Binding : Video On Demand
CompatibleDevices : TiVo
Director : James Wvinner
Genre : Nonfiction
LongSynopsis : Elegant, sensual, and graceful, belly dance is an ancient form of artistic expression--and a fun way to a great physique. Lose weight and tone from head to toe as you build core strength, coordination, and muscle definition. Led by Leilainia, a second-generation dancer who has been performing all her life, this program provides the ideal introduction to a unique dance style. Learn the basics from the tutorial, then try one or all three of the 15-minute dance combinations. Pick from a high-energy routine for major calorie burn; a total-body toning segment; and a flirty fusion of modern and traditional moves. From shimmies to snake arms, these exciting moves work the quads, glutes, arms, and back--and create an incredible midsection. You'll feel strong, sexy, and powerful as you burn fat and get fit. Embrace your own style, have fun, and start slimming down today!
ProductTypeName : DOWNLOADABLE_MOVIE
ReleaseDate : 2010-06-11
RunningTime : 73
ShortSynopsis : Elegant, sensual, and graceful, belly dance is an ancient form of artistic expression--and a fun way to a great physique. Lose weight and tone from head to toe as you build core strength, coordination, and muscle definition. Led by Leilainia, a second-generation dancer who has been performing all her life, this program provides the ideal introduction to a unique dance style. Learn the basics from the tutorial, then try one or all three of the 15-minute dance combinations. Pick from a high-energy routine for major calorie burn; a total-body toning segment; and a flirty fusion of modern and traditional moves. From shimmies to snake arms, these exciting moves work the quads, glutes, arms, and back--and create an incredible midsection. You'll feel strong, sexy, and powerful as you burn fat and get fit. Embrace your own style, have fun, and start slimming down today!
TheatricalReleaseDate : 2010-03-23
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Summary: not for beginners - or anyone else for that matter
Comment: Lovely dancer + beautiful set = terrible bellydance dvd

First let me state that I have been belly dancing since 2004 (working extensively with live instructors as well as dvds) and do not considered myself a bellydance expert by any stretch of the imagination. That said, over the past years of my dance journey I have come to realize good instruction from bad.

I have an extensive collection of bellydance dvds - some good, some great and some just downright horrible. Unfortunately, "Step By Step" bellydance falls into the last category. After watching this (in it's entirety) on a local fitness channel and being left totally agast at what I saw, I determined that this dvd would NEVER make it into my collection - even if someone gave it to me.

One thing is for sure, this dvd is definitely NOT for beginners (or anyone else) since the moves are presented at such a break neck pace as to be completely dangerous to joints and muscles. Worst of all, Leilainia jumps at light speed from one move to the next with no sensible transitions. Again, risking injury to anyone trying desperately to follow the "bouncing butt".

Leilainia's wildly variating posture, jerky transitions, strange/unattractive arm positions and overall poor execution of moves make her appear as if she is barely above beginner level herself - despite the fact that Leilainia is professional bellydancer and a member of the "The Shimmy Sisters" duo. The instruction is scant at best and inaccurate at worst. Even the dance routines by Leilainia are remiscent of those you would see at a beginner recital i.e. - too much going on at a disjointed, frantic pace. If I went to a live class and the instructor moved/taught this poorly I would never return to that class again.

I'm sorry if I offened any anyone who liked this dvd because they believed that it offered good beginner instruction. I urge anyone wishing to explore bellydance to check out the many titles offered by World Dance New York and Cheeky Girls Productions. Both companies have many, many quality, inexpensive beginning instructional dvds available that will teach you how to execute bellydance moves CORRECTLY without risking serious injury.



Rating:
Summary: Beginners need not try
Comment: I thought this would be a great addition to my (admittedly very small) collection of belly dance DVDs. I'm an absolute beginner with absolutely no dance experience. Boy was I wrong. Have I mentioned that I'm an absolute beginner with no dance experience under my belt?

There are a few pros to this DVD though. The music is great, and Leilainia is obviously enthusiastic about dancing. She seems to be having a heck of a lot of fun and is plenty encouraging. Leilainia is certainly very engaging and made me want to try, but I just couldn't. Remember when I said I was an absolute beginner? I need a slower pace so I can get it all.

I wanted to like this DVD, honest. But I think this one is geared more toward people who have some sort of dance experience behind them, and want to branch out into bellydance. Not for people like me who have never taken a dance class in their lives.
Rating:
Summary: BellyDance Goddess! Love this !! Great for all levels!
Comment: Leilainia embodies all of the qualities of a true artist and performer. This DVD is beautifully made and fun to do. Leilainia is a great teacher and breaks everything down into fun and easy to do segments that are great for all levels of BellyDance:-). Thanks Leilainia for your inspiration:-). I absolutely love this and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in a fun and inspiring workout :-).
Rating:
Summary: If your interested in learning belly dance this is the perfect start
Comment: This DVD is high energy and makes learning fun and fast. I have recommended this DVD to many of my belly dance students and weather they are just beginning or just looking for a supplementary workout routine between classes, they all love it! I have now been selling them left and right. Definitely a smart purchase!

Rating:
Summary: This is a great dvd
Comment: Leilainia's Step by Step bellydance DVD is awesome. It is a GREAT workout! Most DVD's I watch once then never touch it again. This one I do twice a week and still love the workout! Now I can just dance along with it.