Bellydance Basics and Beyond: Technique for a Solid Foundation |  | Actor: Jenna
Studio: StratoStream - WorldDance New York
Category: DVD
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Rating:  117 reviews
Sales Rank: 3986
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Running Time: 140 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6
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MPN: STSD30122D
UPC: 188883000109
EAN: 0188883000109
ASIN: B000FSL8WQ
Theatrical Release Date: 2006
Release Date: September 26, 2006
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 The most comprehensive bellydance instruction ever November 21, 2006
Mala Bhargava (India)
188 out of 188 found this review helpful
How do you argue with almost two and a half hours of content on one little disk--at hardly any cost? In my collection, I have DVDs that offer one tenth the amount of content at an average of $40. This video has an incredible amount of instruction. More than I've seen on any other single video, in fact. It's an entire belly dance syllabus. The teaching is authoritative--as it should be, coming from someone who really knows. It's detailed and thorough. Despite being such a long DVD, the pace is perfect and consistent throughout. There isn't any section where get disoriented with a sudden variation in style or pace. The relaxed and flowing feel of the whole DVD actually adds to the learning experience.
There are now dozens and dozens of beginner bellydance instruction videos. I've always wondered just how the market supports quite that many. Among them, this one now ranks among the top few because you find everyone in on e place, explained and demonstrated well. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to the next person who asks what they should have in their starter kit.
Unlike many of the other dvds, you'll find a section on traveling steps and layering. So it really does live up to its promise of basics and beyond. It has a sizeable practice section which is quite useful.
The only thing that could have added to it, in my opinion, is the choreography notes (perhaps even on screen) for the performance to Layla.
What can beginners get out of this? Everything in one easy solid package.
What can intermediate dancers get out of it? A good reference, and a workout plus drill.
It's unbelievable value for money.
Best bellydance tutorial February 8, 2007
inkypink (Malaysia)
83 out of 83 found this review helpful
If you are unable to go for a "live" class, this DVD helps you get the basics down and introduces you to bellydance with beautiful step-by-step tutorials. A major plus point of the DVD is that it contains a full 2.5 hours of material. Yes, two and a half HOURS.
It is set in a studio - with a wall-to-wall mirrors on the front, at an angle .. so essentially you the viewer can see the moves from the front and the back. You will miss nothing of the footwork or body and arm movements, and this is very important especially with bellydancing.
This setting is a major plus as it does make it feel like you are "in" the studio. The instructor, Jenna, also helps contribute to this, with her nice pleasing speech and manner .. so that it feels like a 1-on-1 class (but in your living room!). She is also not very intimidating - unlike most fitness videos or even bellydancing videos.
It starts off with the absolute basics - with each body part done individually - the shoulders, the legs, the hips etc. All the movements are done or should I say, introduced separately before combining them together as you move further along with the DVD.
I highly recommend this, especially since it seems like such a steal for the amount of content you get in the DVD.
A true solid foundation for beginners. November 26, 2006
Angellica (Coral Gables, FL)
51 out of 51 found this review helpful
I have the bad habit of arching my lower back. So, Jenna's detailed and precise intruction has helped me enormously. In this aspect this DVD is better than many bellydance workout DVDs and many other features. The mirror behind her gives the instruction the feel of being in a workshop. The DVD menu gives you the freedom to do as much as you can, and go back to a section that is particularly challenging.
best beginner dvd! January 15, 2007
P. Hand
26 out of 26 found this review helpful
I love this dvd! Jenna is so clear and concise in her instruction. She stands in front of a huge mirror so you can see her at all times, including her feet. I have been taking lessons for 5 months but this is a must own dvd. As the title says she starts with the basics, such as posture and arm and hand positions. She takes it all the way through to hip drops,foot patterns and everything in between. She then has practice combinations with or without voice instructions. There are also sub catergories to choose from for even more practice and instructions. Jenna is pretty, very likable and has a pleasant voice and teaches real dance moves, NOT counting 1,2,3--1,2,3--which I dislike in other dvds. I have a couple other good beginner dvds, but this is the one I reach for everyday! If you want a REAL beginner teaching dvd that breaks down every move from A-Z then Jenna is the one!
A great detailed workshop at your leisure! October 22, 2006
Seir (USA)
22 out of 22 found this review helpful
Over 2 hours of great detailed workshop at your own leisure!. I love learning technique and I appreciate Jenna's very detailed instruction. Learn proper dance posture, which is truly the foundation for correct arm work, hip work- isolations, layering, undulating . Learn to layer simple moves, compound moves while adding travel steps! A choice of music only as you practice along, or voice and music as you enter the program initially. You can build your own workout sessions with all the combinations included. This was a great learning experience, a true workshop with very detailed, broken down instruction. This is a must have dvd for learning basics and more, also for future reference. A great variety of music as you learn the different moves. Jenna is pleasant, easy to understand, and her moves are defined clearly so it is easy to follow along. The setting is professional studio and shows Jenna utilizing a mirror for better visual aid.Excellent for beginner and enriching for those expanding their bellydance knowledge. Cooldown is included. Also a delightful choreography added as a bonus with Jenna and her students. The choreography is easy to breakdown and learn. This a great learning program!!!
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