Each belly dancing experience should be personal and different to each person. While the movements can be the same it is the flavour and personal touch added that make it the sexy and alluring dance that it is renowned for.

Belly dancing in my opinion is the picture of feminity. It is the essence of self confidence, sexiness and sensuality. It improves your posture and is great exercise. Rhythmic moving celebrates all that a woman has to offer and the unique qualities that make her a woman.

As a brief introduction I would like to give my background in the dance field. I have belly danced for 12 years. In years past I have been part of a dance troupe, and a regular Saturday night dancer at the Alkhaima restaurant for a year.

As my talents and interests progressed my curiosity perked. I began taking lessons, and then teaching lessons, which led to dancing at major cultural events such as Caravan and Carabram, and minor social events such as bridal showers.

My interests then expanded and explored other forms of dance closely related to belly dancing such as Salsa, Flamenco and the Argentinian tango. In the days I had my own studio - I taught these styles of dance to the public in a fun and sensual lesson plan. I hope to revisit the old day with my own personal studio within my home to continue practicing and creating new routines and enjoying the beauty of dance, meditation and yoga.

I think everyone should give belly dancing a try and see all that this historical dance has to offer.

- Nashwa

  Dance instructor and owner of bellydancer.net