This is amazing, I haven't worked out in a while, and had no motivation to. I thought maybe I could dance because I love music, so I saw your video, and I'm sitting on the floor, sweaty, typing, a little tired but energized to, I'll be back here till I learn the shimmy without getting all confused😅 You are a wonderful teacher, quick question, is belly dancing good for sciatic pain?
@@blackphoenix97 So happy you enjoy the classes! Discuss with your doctor first, but belly dance is a great low impact exercise that will improve posture, balance, bone density and core strength, which should alleviate some pain. Stop anything painful and modify as needed, muscle fatigue is normal, and you should be able to participate as long as it feels good! Please be sure to warm up and cool down after class; do what you can when you can, and you'll see as time goes by you will get stronger and range of motion will get better! xoxo MissP
@@وفاء-ن1ظ We Live Stream via Zoom and you do not need a Zoom account to view, just view with Browser. The Zoom link is sent to all registered participants at 10am EST (NYC|MIAMI Time!), and to everyone registered by 12pm start time. After the Livestream start time has past you can purchase the digital replay, available for viewing by the following Tuesday or as soon as edited For your viewing pleasure, my new Video On Demand portal allows viewing online or downloading of your digital files for viewing offline! Once purchased you own them for life! Stream or download your class files and watch the way you want...your choice! Our Sunday Workshops, which are usually the 1st Sunday of the month from 12 noon to 1:30pm EST with a few exceptions like Sept 8th. Afterward we have the Workshop Replays available for VOD purchase The 8 week Beginner 1 Program is also VOD so you can get a belly dance workout any time it works for you! The link for more information is pinned above, Thanks for dancing with me! 😅xoxo MissP
i have zero coordination but this lady is not only gorgeous and explains very well to the point that i m going to try at home , but she is so funny and humble.
Thanks for dancing with me my love! Hope you're still having fun shakin' and bakin' with me!😅SUBSCRIBE to my RUclips channel for FREE or JOIN me in RUclips Members Only and never miss a chance to dance! Thanks for dancing with me! MissP💃🏽 www.youtube.com/@BellyMotions
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This is the first belly dance class I've ever taken with clear instruction that makes sense and moves that are easy enough to follow and pick up the first time! Loved it, I'll be back!
Thanks for dancing with me Amelia! Want to learn how to belly dance? Join me ONLINE for a FREE 7-day trial! xoxo MissP 💃🏽 Here’s the link! ➡ dance.bellymotions.com/
I'm 18, I've been living a sedentary life for 5 years, locked up in my home with a lot of depression, feeling bad about my body but without having the courage to face reality, I was only motivated by wanting to learn belly dance, to be honest I get tired very quickly, my heart races and I have to stop myself to breathe and take a break for some minutes, It makes me feel bad since I'm too young to be so physically ill, But this girl makes me feel that I can learn the way she teaches and encourages us to practice, I can't pay for classes, or go to a gym, but I know that with time and effort I will be With more resistance and I will learn to dance what I like the most, thank you for this opportunity that you are giving us, God bless you today, tomorrow and always! ❤❤❤
I’m in the same boat. Don’t get discouraged! You are not alone and it’s awesome that you are taking the initiative to do something that you want to do despite depression. ❤
Your first name says it all!! Gotta have FAITH…faith in YOU! Get that cute butt moving. Let’s get out of this funk. Little by little you will learn to dance AND improve your cardio/respiratory system. You got this girl.
I recently fell down the belly dancer rabbit hole, and it has help me feel more secure with my body. These videos have been really helpful for my learning process, thank you for these wonderful videos
54 years old, overweight, menopausal, high cortisol, overly stressed, and today was the best workout and 30 mins I’ve had in forever. Thank you. You made me feel alive again. ❤
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This just inspired me as much as video inspired YOU! Thank you for writing this review, because it speaks to the video being effective. Sp3aking from someone who is looking to feel, "alive", as well.
Best teacher there on youtube for belly dance ...she really knows how to train even the most beginner out of step slow person who never danced anything ..i can't follow left to right in time 😂.. i can't follow any complicated moves and most people go too fast for me..i love her personality .I m 50 I don't a workout where I feel like I will pass out in 10 mins 😅😅
@@السمراءالسورية-ض2ل Fifi is a legend but she doesn't break it down like I do! Want to learn how to belly dance? Join me ONLINE for a FREE 7-day trial! xoxo MissP 💃🏽 dance.bellymotions.com/
I agree that a truly good teacher isn't one who can take a good dancer and make them great. It's a teacher who can take someone who can't follow a beat and make them a dancer in the first place. She certainly does this in her videos.
Just what I needed! I’ve been jumping around on RUclips, but I’ve finally found my online belly dance teacher! You are so much fun, and you make it so doable. I love you Miss Portia! I’m sticking with you!
IAs someone who is neurodivergent and needs physical activity to be appealing in order to do it at all, this is one of the most fun workout videos I have ever done! Portia, you are an excellent motivator and guider, you made me laugh! Thank you very much for these videos
I'm only recently coming to terms with my own neurodivergence. I used to be a professional belly dancer, and now it seems to take so much emotional and mental energy (and/or caffeine!) to do any physical activity. It's comforting to know that it's ok and normal for that to be the case - since I've been away from dancing for a long time. And yes, this video has me looking forward to doing more instead of crawling back in bed! --- I think part of it is that I don't have to make decisions when I'm taking a class. I find the moves easy in a technical sense (because I did this dancing for a couple of decades), but still challenging in that I can focus on my technique, stamina, flexibility, range, control, etc. And there's something about the whole class, with the other students, that makes me feel motivated and comfortable. Also, dancing and music have a lot of emotional force for me. In this kind of class, the music is just fun, and I can just listen to the teacher - who brings my mind back to the present when it tries to wander off... Interestingly, if I'm teaching someone else how to dance, suddenly it's fun again! I think it's for the same reasons: I'm present but don't have to think to hard about decisions. Thank you for bringing this up so I could reflect on my experience too.
I always wanted to be a dancer as a child but was always forced to other things that were considered to be more successful career paths. I am finally fully embracing dance at almost 28 years old and dancing every day and I feel like I was made for this. ❤
At 28, I thought I was too old, go for it! You are still very young! Trust me, I am now 46, wishing I knew this at 28. Don't give up. You can still make Dance a career. Train, learn, and find a mentor!
I love your classes ! I've been jumping from one video to another on RUclips without finding a teacher that really click with me, and I'm so happy I've found you ! There are no belly dance classes from where I am so I can only rely on internet to learn, and I feel like I'm way more comfortable with your classes ! I love belly dance, I'm 25 yo and feel like sometimes, or for years, nothing can go right with life, but when following your classes, I feel so energetic, happy and kinda cute ! :D I love your energy and kindness !
I have been an on-and-off dancer for years and this was my first encounter with Portia and her teaching style. I absolutely loved her style as an instructor, such fun for this old lady ❤️
I been doing Portia's belly dances for a couple weeks now( many different ones on u tube)and watching her students behind her progress and get better is ❤ warming AND very encouraging to me,I see some of them get better after the warm up😊😊
Thank you! I was a belly dancer for 6+ years, not a professional, but was part of an amazing troupe! I look forward to watching more of your beginner videos so I can regain my muscle and stamina. Much respect!
I have taken belly dance classes in the past both in live classes and on video, this one is by far my favorite! I love Portia’s energy, I like how she explains and breaks down the movements and she does it in a way that makes you feel like she’s in the living room with you. Thank you for these videos 💚
Narcissistic abuse surviver going through somatic healing here and my first wish was to learn belly dance ! I cant express the power and fun in this art
I’ve been learning online for years and taking my first in person classes now. I think this class hits all the important ABCs we need daily. On a more health note I suffer from constant back pain and this set is such a relief for my spine. Without a class dynamic the repetition gets monotonous and and the opposite happens here. I wanted more! I really enjoy your teacher personality I felt I was right there with you ladies. Thank you for this and for the motivation 🙏🏼😊
Great job...if you're having fun and you feel inspired, belly dancing will get you moving and grooving. As you dance you'll develop endurance and stamina, keep up the great work!
I’ve been wanting to learn how to belly dance for years. Tried it once watching one of those Xfinity on demand videos. Let’s just say, all I got out of that was a sore back and belly. Just happened to find your video while looking for something totally unrelated. Love the way you break down the movements and explain them in a way that makes it fun and easy to follow. You now have a new subscriber.
Thanks for connecting Peggy and happy you're enjoying my videos! Try my On Demand Membership FREE for 7-days & experience the platform with no obligation to commit! Belly dance anytime, it’s exercise in disguise!💃🏽dance.bellymotions.com/
Hi Portia , great class first belly dance class ever. Love how you teach and break it down. This is great for me to correct my posture and stand tall, isolate and strengthen all of those muscles, thank you so much! I find this to be the greatest complement to my line dance lessons. Started those 9 months ago , good progress learning moving etc,but I know I need to move more and in different ways this will be it . Repetition is key. You are the most welcoming and upbeat teacher right in alignment with me .
Hi Diane and thanks for dancing with me! Try my On Demand Membership FREE for 7-days & experience the platform with no obligation to commit! Belly dance anytime, it’s exercise in disguise!💃🏽dance.bellymotions.com/
Thank you, Portia, for a lovely class. I used to be a professional belly dancer, but have been out of it for about 10 years because of a career change, injuries, and more. I'm basically rehabilitating now. This is the first video I chose to watch on my journey back to Raqs Sharqi. I'm so grateful for your positive vibes and infectious energy as well as your lovely students. This video was just the right pace and variety of movement. I also just realized that I like how you *don't* label movements. I can't explain exactly why, but maybe it has something to do with focussing on things in a more organic way, trying more nuance and variation without compartmentalizing. Anyway, you're magic! Best wishes!
I LOVE that you talk about movement accents. I've always compared learning to dance with learning languages (I've taught both), but I never thought about describing individual movement styles as accents. That's especially true considering previous movement experience (whether it's sports or dance or yoga or whatever). Brilliant!
I just found this video and I love it! I'm 73 and exercise regularly and walk. I still have a jelly roll that I think this routine will help with. It's a hell of a workout and I couldn't finish it, but I will! I like to dance to rock n roll so I am limber for an old gal!
This is a great beginner video. It has been a few years since I took bellydancing classes. Now 20 yrs later, this is perfect for my 50 yr old self. Thank you!
I just did this for the first time and didn't have to stop ONCE to figure it out😃! You make the whole thing so natural and fun😆 (...but not easy 🙄) Your personality and humour remind me of my coolest friend in highschool. Thank-you. This lifted my mood immensely😁
I'm 35 years old from Indonesia. Found this video because youtube recommended me. I was so hyped to start belly dancing for my workout every morning. I want to try belly dancing before when I was 20 years but my mom won't allowed it. So, now 35 years old me, feeling energetic & hyped with belly dancing. Thank you Portia! 💕💕💕 Much love. Ditta from Indonesia 🇮🇩
Great instructor. My first view by accident. I miss belly dance. She’s awesome. Got me motivated at my age. Took belly dance 25-35 years ago loved it. Thank you for such a great instruction to remotivaee Love your energy
I just happened to stumble across this video and Portia caught my attention because she’s different from the others I have seen. What an awesome personality and her movements are easy to follow! I’m definitely going to give it a go! Thank you Portia!
I really appreciate the transparency of seeing your class and the way you breakdown correct posture before doing the movements. Some of my fave belly dance workout creators don’t bother to explain posture, but I could feel a serious difference after following your instructions. Amazing workout! I hope you upload more.
I am about to turn 31 in two months and since my teenage years, I have always been drawn to belly dance. I finally found you who can make it look all easy and I tried it with you today I would say I am really catching up. Thank you, sweetheart!
I committed to working out at home about 5 weeks ago. This is my favorite video. My tight hips have loosened immensely and I've started dancing more throughout the day. Sending so much ❤ to you. Thank you!!!
I have been sedentary for awhile due to severe injury but I used to bellydance a lot and I wanted to say you are a very positive person and a good teacher thank you for the inspiration goddess
So happy you're back to belly dancing again! Stop anything painful and modify as needed, muscle fatigue is normal, and you should be able to keep dancing as long as it feels good! Please be sure to warm up and cool down after class; do what you can when you can, and you'll see as time goes by you will get stronger and range of motion will get better!
@@BellyMotions thank you for the encouragement and the reminder to not push through pain I get hyper focused on doing it right I appreciate that reminder
Hi, I'm recovering from being bed bound and my physio has suggested that I make exercise fun. I've always wanted to Learn belly dance (and other dances). I'm laying in bed, distracting myself from chronic pain by practising tucking my pelvis in. I can also do shimmeys in bed. When I'm having a good day I'm going to try to do a few minutes of the basic moves in this video. I might even be able to do some sitting up in my bed or a chair. I just wanted to thankyou for putting this video on RUclips for free and for including the moves slowed down to start with. I have other videos and even DVDs but most are moving so fast during the teaching that I won't keep up. Your clear, simple explanations make me excited for when I can try to follow along again. Blessings from South Eastern Australia, Dot
OMG Dot, thank you so much for sharing your story, I'm glad to hear you are enjoying my posts and finding your joy again! Just do what you can when you can, and you'll get stronger every day! Thanks for dancing with me! 😘❤
I can't thank you enough, I am missing the classes I used to take at home, as I live in a far away country now, this made me feel soo happy and at home 💕, note this feels a lot like a merash class, love the smile the energy thank youuuu 💗
I love this so much! I was recently diagnosed with Stage I BC and I was looking for a way to remain active along with walking. Then I found you and I'm sure you were Heaven sent to help me, guide me, and teach me to dance and have fun all while keeping my stamina up. I am 69 years young and I believe it is NEVER too late to learn something new! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
You are so very welcome, and thank you for sharing your story❤️ Just stay positive and active, and you will get through this. You have a new tribe now and we're all sending you good vibes, love and positivity!💃🏽❤️ xoxo MissP️️ dance.bellymotions.com/
Thank you very much, Portia. I had taken belly dance classes long time ago. Now I´m 68 years old bu i feel in a good shape, so I´m going on with your wondeful belly dance classes. God bless you,. My best regards from Portugal.❤❤❤
Hello Margarida in Portugal and greetings from Miami! Thank YOU for sharing your story and for dancing with me! Please keep me posted on your progress and if you have any questions I'm only a message away!♥♥♥
This was really different from all of the other exercise videos I have tried. I was intrigued by the part when you swing each hip forward. Brand new to me! Thank you for introducing me to the "forbidden" dance. (I used to think so as a kid).
I am trying to find my hobbies. I want to turn myself into a different version next year. I love your voice its so relaxing and I love the way you teach belly dance. I learnt some steps very easily and some are hard the last step of legs are hard. I got some problem with my right side hip. It doesn't go on flow ma'am but I will practice hard to make it beautiful. You are the best teacher I love you ma'am.
Thank YOU for the love and for dancing with me Priya! Just do what you can and modify as needed for your hips; muscle fatigue is good but pain is not good so listen to your body! You will get more fluid as your body get stronger, just be patient and enjoy the journey! It's going to be a fabulous new year!!!💖
Greetings, fantastic class. First timer belly dancing tho now I see similarity in my dance moves. Out of shape and out of breath. Feels hysterically fantastic ! Looking forward to this journey ! Thank you
I’ve wanted to belly dance for the longest time. Your energy and clear instruction has really made this a fun experience for me-even if challenging. I often find it hard to enjoy dancing because I get all muddled up but you really create a welcoming atmosphere with great reminders to breathe and feel into movement. It’s what dance should be: connection to the body and I don’t often experience that. Thank you for your videos!
Mykee you made my heart sing, it's my pleasure to share this Belly Dance journey with you! The benefits of belly dancing are many.... it's also going to improve your balance, bone density, cognitive function and is just darn FUN!! So happy you're enjoying it and if you want more I’ve got a full Belly Dance Library here! www.youtube.com/@BellyMotions/Membership
It's almost 3am here where I am and I'm dancing with you 😂😂🤪 I accidentally found this video and couldn't resist watching it!! You're such a positive and thoughtful teacher! 💜🥰 It feels good to learn from you! I'll definitely come back again!! ❤❤❤🎉🎉
Hi Oksana! JOIN ME LIVE this Sunday June 30th for a 90 minute Beginner Belly Dance Workshop 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST. $30USD | LIVESTREAM via ZOOM! Livestream attendees will receive an email 1 hour before class start time with the ZOOM link. *BONUS* Everyone signed up will receive an email downloadable file of the Workshop within a few days...you get to keep FOREVER! bellymotions.spiffy.co/checkout/workshop
I have tried/watched many belly dance videos, this is the best lesson ever!!!! So easy to follow, understand, fun, confidence-building & uplifting! Makes a beginner feel beautiful & competent. Thank you for this! Really enjoy your lessons!
You are such an engaging instructor! Bellydance was not on my fitness radar, but I stumbled across your channel, and I remembered your exercise dvd from 20-ish years ago! I gave this one a whirl today. I’m stiff and awkward as can be but it was fun! Thanks. :)
Portia I used to belly dance all the time. I loved it. I met some of the most beautiful friends in belly dance. I love your classes because it helps me to get back into shape and relearn the moves. Thank you so very much! You are awesome! I love your work! You are truly a wonderful professional and inspiring to many around the world!
Glad I found your channel. Belly dancing is part of my 'try something new every month'.. I'm 60 and recently discovered age is not a limit. I'm getting fit, losing weight, becoming healthy and feeling better than I ever have. Basically aging in reverse. Love yourself, let's go!
I've just done this and wanted to say thank you so much! I have fibromyalgia and had a crash at the weekend; I had to pause after the workout! 😅 I really enjoyed it and connecting felt a little awkward but afterward, my body loved moving at last. Thank you so much x
Another fibromyalgia suffer here, looking for work outs that may help with managing pain. Movement is the way to go, I hope this is not too taxing, it looks fabulous. What a great teacher I wish I was there.
Perfect dance teacher!!! Awesome. I am 52 yrs and a dancer by instinct and have been choreographing dance for teams. Loved your teaching and doing it for cardiac health and to increase bone strength... To pass through perimenopause with health.
JOIN ME LIVE this Sunday June 30th for a 90 minute Beginner Belly Dance Workshop 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST. $30USD | LIVESTREAM via ZOOM! Livestream attendees will receive an email 1 hour before class start time with the ZOOM link. *BONUS* Everyone signed up will receive an email downloadable file of the Workshop within a few days...you get to keep FOREVER! bellymotions.spiffy.co/checkout/workshop
Very nice, I just watched it but I am going to try it, watch out❤ I like the music but also dancing is one my peace....but I get my strength from my God. But I appreciate you. I am going to share it and have @ it.❤❤ Thank you, Portia 😂🌻😂
Wow!!!! This lesson is amazing😍😍😍im running out of breath but i feel so light and intense at the same time..I will be including this in my workouts..Thank you Miss Portia❤❤❤
I am so happy to find your channel. I attend your class every morning. the way you teach belly dance is very, very good. thank you and keep up the good work
JOIN ME LIVE this Sunday June 30th for a 90 minute Beginner Belly Dance Workshop 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST. $30USD | LIVESTREAM via ZOOM! Livestream attendees will receive an email 1 hour before class start time with the ZOOM link. *BONUS* Everyone signed up will receive an email downloadable file of the Workshop within a few days...you get to keep FOREVER! bellymotions.spiffy.co/checkout/workshop
Thank you so much! You are the best belly dance teacher I have had. I love the way you break each move down and then put it all together. You make it fun and I love the music. I will look for more of your videos!
I've seen many beginner's belly dance videos. Yours was the best! The energy you put out is so refreshing and makes me want to dance with you. I am recovering from an 8nyear bed bound condition & my challenge is to stand & walk & eventually learn this beautiful art! For now I'm soaking up your lessons in my mind! Great going!❤
JOIN ME LIVE this Sunday June 30th for a 90 minute Beginner Belly Dance Workshop 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST. $30USD | LIVESTREAM via ZOOM! Livestream attendees will receive an email 1 hour before class start time with the ZOOM link. *BONUS* Everyone signed up will receive an email downloadable file of the Workshop within a few days...you get to keep FOREVER! bellymotions.spiffy.co/checkout/workshop
Eu estou tão feliz por ter encontrado essa aula! Amo Dança do Ventre, mas nunca tinha tido a oportunidade de ter uma aula na minha vida! Por coincidência, eu tenho um acessório de barriga igual ao seu, então foi mais divertido ainda. Você é uma professora espetacular. Muito obrigada pelo vídeo e muitas saudações do Brasil.💌💝💚💛
Hello Cereja in Brazil, greeting from Miami! Thanks for the love and so happy you are enjoying my classes! Keep me posted on your progress and maybe you can join us for a live streamed workshop some Sunday. xoxo MissP😘❤
JOIN ME LIVE this Sunday June 30th for a 90 minute Beginner Belly Dance Workshop 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST. $30USD | LIVESTREAM via ZOOM! Livestream attendees will receive an email 1 hour before class start time with the ZOOM link. *BONUS* Everyone signed up will receive an email downloadable file of the Workshop within a few days...you get to keep FOREVER! bellymotions.spiffy.co/checkout/workshop
I just finished this class and I loved it! Portia is such a great instructor, making the class fun while I'm feeling the impact. I'm looking forward to enjoying more classes!
JOIN ME LIVE this Sunday June 30th for a 90 minute Beginner Belly Dance Workshop 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST. $30USD | LIVESTREAM via ZOOM! Livestream attendees will receive an email 1 hour before class start time with the ZOOM link. *BONUS* Everyone signed up will receive an email downloadable file of the Workshop within a few days...you get to keep FOREVER! bellymotions.spiffy.co/checkout/workshop
Absolutely love this! I'm Egyptian and have been doing belly dancing naturally my whole life, but I loved how you broke everything down into ABCs , really helpful😊
My first time trying belly dancing but it was fun! It will take practice for sure. I been been trying zumba and all different kind of exercises! Thank you so much ☺
I'm not a professional, just someone learning to dance. I was told that you should pull your belly button towards your spine like someone poked you in the tummy and tighten your butt/bum as if someone slapped it... You could even try rocking your bum backwards and forwards by pushing your bum back and then forwards...it feels weird when you start because you are changing the way the muscles are supporting your upper body. I am recovering from being bed bound so I practise tucking my pelvis when I'm in bed laying down as well as if I'm standing somewhere waiting in a line. Check in, focus on how you feel, with how you are laying down or standing up, when you go about your day. You are looking to be positioning your body in the middle of how far forward and back you can move your belly button and bum so your spine/back doesn't get sore as you move. I tend to slouch so my belly is forward and my bum is back so the S shape in my spine is more curved and it makes my back hurt. If you truly can't tuck your pelvis you should see a physiotherapist who can check you out and give you specific exercises to help you out. My physio has said that learning a dance like belly dance can teach me how to hold my body in a better position and help with pain and discomfort. Blessings from South Eastern Australia, Dot
I’ve been looking for an online class for years. Finally found you. You are such a fantastic teacher. I love how beginner friendly this is. Thank you so much. I’m coming back for more ♥️
JOIN ME LIVE this Sunday June 30th for a 90 minute Beginner Belly Dance Workshop 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST. $30USD | LIVESTREAM via ZOOM! Livestream attendees will receive an email 1 hour before class start time with the ZOOM link. *BONUS* Everyone signed up will receive an email downloadable file of the Workshop within a few days...you get to keep FOREVER! bellymotions.spiffy.co/checkout/workshop
JOIN ME LIVE this Sunday June 30th for a 90 minute Beginner Belly Dance Workshop 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST. $30USD | LIVESTREAM via ZOOM! Livestream attendees will receive an email 1 hour before class start time with the ZOOM link. *BONUS* Everyone signed up will receive an email downloadable file of the Workshop within a few days...you get to keep FOREVER! bellymotions.spiffy.co/checkout/workshop
I love watching this. I'm doing paperwork right now and Its helping me stay focused while I get it finished. Hopefully tomorrow I can actually do the workout!!
I am loving your classes! I have been doing belly dance for Fitness for over 30 years. You make it so much fun and have such a great personality! Thank you!
@amethyst_moonhealer Have you tried my Thanksgiving Day Challenge Class #1 of 5? Class #2 is out too and more to come each week...spread the word and share the joy!!!💜Check it out here! ruclips.net/video/QeKpflQ_760/видео.html
Hello my beauties! Let’s Dance! Find me online here!💃✨JOIN.BELLYMOTIONS.COM✨
Is distance education via mobile??
@@وفاء-ن1ظ yes it is!
This is amazing, I haven't worked out in a while, and had no motivation to. I thought maybe I could dance because I love music, so I saw your video, and I'm sitting on the floor, sweaty, typing, a little tired but energized to, I'll be back here till I learn the shimmy without getting all confused😅 You are a wonderful teacher, quick question, is belly dancing good for sciatic pain?
@@blackphoenix97 So happy you enjoy the classes! Discuss with your doctor first, but belly dance is a great low impact exercise that will improve posture, balance, bone density and core strength, which should alleviate some pain. Stop anything painful and modify as needed, muscle fatigue is normal, and you should be able to participate as long as it feels good! Please be sure to warm up and cool down after class; do what you can when you can, and you'll see as time goes by you will get stronger and range of motion will get better! xoxo MissP
@@وفاء-ن1ظ We Live Stream via Zoom and you do not need a Zoom account to view, just view with Browser. The Zoom link is sent to all registered participants at 10am EST (NYC|MIAMI Time!), and to everyone registered by 12pm start time. After the Livestream start time has past you can purchase the digital replay, available for viewing by the following Tuesday or as soon as edited
For your viewing pleasure, my new Video On Demand portal allows viewing online or downloading of your digital files for viewing offline! Once purchased you own them for life! Stream or download your class files and watch the way you want...your choice!
Our Sunday Workshops, which are usually the 1st Sunday of the month from 12 noon to 1:30pm EST with a few exceptions like Sept 8th. Afterward we have the Workshop Replays available for VOD purchase
The 8 week Beginner 1 Program is also VOD so you can get a belly dance workout any time it works for you! The link for more information is pinned above, Thanks for dancing with me! 😅xoxo MissP
My first attempt at learning how to belly dance. I am 70 years young. Thank you. You are great❤
Amazing
Wow, good for you keep up the good work. Right behind you
And I got inspiration from you. Thank you so much 🤩
Get it ma
I love it
I’m recovering from cervical cancer and I’m looking forward to working with my feminine energy again….❤
You hang in there. Rest up, heal up and we’ll dance our femininity back! 💪🏻💃🏻✨
Perfect healing to you! 🎉❤
Breast cancer survivor here...same❤❤❤🤗🤗🤗
You go girl!!!! Congratulations!!!
i have zero coordination but this lady is not only gorgeous and explains very well to the point that i m going to try at home , but she is so funny and humble.
Thanks for dancing with me my love! Hope you're still having fun shakin' and bakin' with me!😅SUBSCRIBE to my RUclips channel for FREE or JOIN me in RUclips Members Only and never miss a chance to dance! Thanks for dancing with me! MissP💃🏽 www.youtube.com/@BellyMotions
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This is the first belly dance class I've ever taken with clear instruction that makes sense and moves that are easy enough to follow and pick up the first time! Loved it, I'll be back!
Thanks for dancing with me Amelia! Want to learn how to belly dance? Join me ONLINE for a FREE 7-day trial! xoxo MissP 💃🏽 Here’s the link! ➡ dance.bellymotions.com/
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I'm 18, I've been living a sedentary life for 5 years, locked up in my home with a lot of depression, feeling bad about my body but without having the courage to face reality, I was only motivated by wanting to learn belly dance, to be honest I get tired very quickly, my heart races and I have to stop myself to breathe and take a break for some minutes, It makes me feel bad since I'm too young to be so physically ill, But this girl makes me feel that I can learn the way she teaches and encourages us to practice, I can't pay for classes, or go to a gym, but I know that with time and effort I will be With more resistance and I will learn to dance what I like the most, thank you for this opportunity that you are giving us, God bless you today, tomorrow and always! ❤❤❤
I’m in the same boat. Don’t get discouraged! You are not alone and it’s awesome that you are taking the initiative to do something that you want to do despite depression. ❤
Your first name says it all!! Gotta have FAITH…faith in YOU! Get that cute butt moving. Let’s get out of this funk. Little by little you will learn to dance AND improve your cardio/respiratory system. You got this girl.
@@BellyMotions thank you I really appreciate it 🤗
@@animepeaches22 thanks God bless you 🤗🌷
@@FAITHAnlove checking in to say hello! Hope dancing with us has brought you to a new happy place! We're all here for you!!!!🥰
I recently fell down the belly dancer rabbit hole, and it has help me feel more secure with my body. These videos have been really helpful for my learning process, thank you for these wonderful videos
You are so welcome my dear. …it’s an empowering rabbit hole 😉
54 years old, overweight, menopausal, high cortisol, overly stressed, and today was the best workout and 30 mins I’ve had in forever. Thank you. You made me feel alive again. ❤
Thank YOU for dancing with me! So happy you're getting the mojo flow rolling again!!!
Hello I’m not a medical professional of any kind but I have seen that DoTerra makes a wonderful phytoestrogen supplement for women and seems to have great results.
@@RayThaFox thanks!
This just inspired me as much as video inspired YOU! Thank you for writing this review, because it speaks to the video being effective. Sp3aking from someone who is looking to feel, "alive", as well.
@@79klkw aww, wishing you happiness on this new journey. It’s been a game changer for me ! 🙏🥂🍾
You’re such a wonderful teacher.
Best teacher there on youtube for belly dance ...she really knows how to train even the most beginner out of step slow person who never danced anything ..i can't follow left to right in time 😂.. i can't follow any complicated moves and most people go too fast for me..i love her personality .I m 50 I don't a workout where I feel like I will pass out in 10 mins 😅😅
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@@السمراءالسورية-ض2ل Fifi is a legend but she doesn't break it down like I do! Want to learn how to belly dance? Join me ONLINE for a FREE 7-day trial! xoxo MissP 💃🏽 dance.bellymotions.com/
I agree that a truly good teacher isn't one who can take a good dancer and make them great. It's a teacher who can take someone who can't follow a beat and make them a dancer in the first place. She certainly does this in her videos.
Just what I needed! I’ve been jumping around on RUclips, but I’ve finally found my online belly dance teacher! You are so much fun, and you make it so doable. I love you Miss Portia! I’m sticking with you!
Awww, I’m so happy you discovered me! It bri ga me great joy to know you’re enjoying the classes!!!
IAs someone who is neurodivergent and needs physical activity to be appealing in order to do it at all, this is one of the most fun workout videos I have ever done! Portia, you are an excellent motivator and guider, you made me laugh! Thank you very much for these videos
Thank YOU for allowing me to share this movement with you!!
I'm only recently coming to terms with my own neurodivergence. I used to be a professional belly dancer, and now it seems to take so much emotional and mental energy (and/or caffeine!) to do any physical activity. It's comforting to know that it's ok and normal for that to be the case - since I've been away from dancing for a long time. And yes, this video has me looking forward to doing more instead of crawling back in bed! --- I think part of it is that I don't have to make decisions when I'm taking a class. I find the moves easy in a technical sense (because I did this dancing for a couple of decades), but still challenging in that I can focus on my technique, stamina, flexibility, range, control, etc. And there's something about the whole class, with the other students, that makes me feel motivated and comfortable. Also, dancing and music have a lot of emotional force for me. In this kind of class, the music is just fun, and I can just listen to the teacher - who brings my mind back to the present when it tries to wander off...
Interestingly, if I'm teaching someone else how to dance, suddenly it's fun again! I think it's for the same reasons: I'm present but don't have to think to hard about decisions.
Thank you for bringing this up so I could reflect on my experience too.
I love her energy! She seems to be very supportive of her students 🙂
I always wanted to be a dancer as a child but was always forced to other things that were considered to be more successful career paths. I am finally fully embracing dance at almost 28 years old and dancing every day and I feel like I was made for this. ❤
That's awesome to hear, embrace your inner GODDESS and you'll find strength & happiness in abundance , all within yourself. xoxo MissP❤
❤ I feel this
At 28, I thought I was too old, go for it! You are still very young! Trust me, I am now 46, wishing I knew this at 28. Don't give up. You can still make Dance a career. Train, learn, and find a mentor!
I love your classes ! I've been jumping from one video to another on RUclips without finding a teacher that really click with me, and I'm so happy I've found you ! There are no belly dance classes from where I am so I can only rely on internet to learn, and I feel like I'm way more comfortable with your classes ! I love belly dance, I'm 25 yo and feel like sometimes, or for years, nothing can go right with life, but when following your classes, I feel so energetic, happy and kinda cute ! :D I love your energy and kindness !
I have been an on-and-off dancer for years and this was my first encounter with Portia and her teaching style. I absolutely loved her style as an instructor, such fun for this old lady ❤️
Miss Portia, Your Beginner Belly Dance classes is helping me to embrace my feminine side. Wow! Thank you !! Love these moves .
My first time at age 59. Much easier to follow than I expected and, Portia, you are such FUN! Thank you!
Her energy is perfect!! Thank you for uploading these for others to enjoy!
So refreshing to watch her students get better rather than the professionals making me feel ??
Can I get an Amen!?!
Well said!
I been doing Portia's belly dances for a couple weeks now( many different ones on u tube)and watching her students behind her progress and get better is ❤ warming AND very encouraging to me,I see some of them get better after the warm up😊😊
Sometimes the universe sends you exactly what you need in your life. You are so motivating and you make me smile. So happy to be here!
This. 🥹❤️🤩💃🏻 dance.BellyMotions.com
Thank you! I was a belly dancer for 6+ years, not a professional, but was part of an amazing troupe!
I look forward to watching more of your beginner videos so I can regain my muscle and stamina. Much respect!
I am Moroccan...This lifts my soul!
I have taken belly dance classes in the past both in live classes and on video, this one is by far my favorite! I love Portia’s energy, I like how she explains and breaks down the movements and she does it in a way that makes you feel like she’s in the living room with you. Thank you for these videos 💚
I just love what I do! THANK YOU for dancing with me!!! dance.bellymotions.com/
Thank you for creating this. Your instructions and visuals are much easier to understand than reading how to do it.
You are very welcome my dear! You can get more here! dance.BellyMotions.com weeeeeeee!!!
Narcissistic abuse surviver going through somatic healing here and my first wish was to learn belly dance ! I cant express the power and fun in this art
I’ve been learning online for years and taking my first in person classes now. I think this class hits all the important ABCs we need daily. On a more health note I suffer from constant back pain and this set is such a relief for my spine. Without a class dynamic the repetition gets monotonous and and the opposite happens here. I wanted more! I really enjoy your teacher personality I felt I was right there with you ladies. Thank you for this and for the motivation 🙏🏼😊
I just love what I do! THANK YOU for connecting with me!! dance.bellymotions.com/
I have not exercised for so long i got tired on the 17th minute but I'm definitely doing it again tomorrow
Great job...if you're having fun and you feel inspired, belly dancing will get you moving and grooving. As you dance you'll develop endurance and stamina, keep up the great work!
i love the way you say “check me out!” to the beat at times you’re having so much fun doing this it’s infectious
I’ve been wanting to learn how to belly dance for years. Tried it once watching one of those Xfinity on demand videos. Let’s just say, all I got out of that was a sore back and belly. Just happened to find your video while looking for something totally unrelated. Love the way you break down the movements and explain them in a way that makes it fun and easy to follow. You now have a new subscriber.
Thanks for connecting Peggy and happy you're enjoying my videos! Try my On Demand Membership FREE for 7-days & experience the platform with no obligation to commit! Belly dance anytime, it’s exercise in disguise!💃🏽dance.bellymotions.com/
Hi Portia , great class first belly dance class ever. Love how you teach and break it down. This is great for me to correct my posture and stand tall, isolate and strengthen all of those muscles, thank you so much! I find this to be the greatest complement to my line dance lessons. Started those 9 months ago , good progress learning moving etc,but I know I need to move more and in different ways this will be it . Repetition is key. You are the most welcoming and upbeat teacher right in alignment with me .
Hi Diane and thanks for dancing with me! Try my On Demand Membership FREE for 7-days & experience the platform with no obligation to commit! Belly dance anytime, it’s exercise in disguise!💃🏽dance.bellymotions.com/
Thank you, Portia, for a lovely class. I used to be a professional belly dancer, but have been out of it for about 10 years because of a career change, injuries, and more. I'm basically rehabilitating now. This is the first video I chose to watch on my journey back to Raqs Sharqi. I'm so grateful for your positive vibes and infectious energy as well as your lovely students. This video was just the right pace and variety of movement. I also just realized that I like how you *don't* label movements. I can't explain exactly why, but maybe it has something to do with focussing on things in a more organic way, trying more nuance and variation without compartmentalizing. Anyway, you're magic! Best wishes!
She explains everything so nicely. Best belly dance instructor.
Thank you so much!
I LOVE that you talk about movement accents. I've always compared learning to dance with learning languages (I've taught both), but I never thought about describing individual movement styles as accents. That's especially true considering previous movement experience (whether it's sports or dance or yoga or whatever). Brilliant!
I just found this video and I love it! I'm 73 and exercise regularly and walk. I still have a jelly roll that I think this routine will help with. It's a hell of a workout and I couldn't finish it, but I will! I like to dance to rock n roll so I am limber for an old gal!
Wonderful!!!! YES, you can do it!!
This is a great beginner video. It has been a few years since I took bellydancing classes. Now 20 yrs later, this is perfect for my 50 yr old self. Thank you!
you GO girl!!! xoxo miss p
I just did this for the first time and didn't have to stop ONCE to figure it out😃! You make the whole thing so natural and fun😆 (...but not easy 🙄) Your personality and humour remind me of my coolest friend in highschool. Thank-you. This lifted my mood immensely😁
I'm 35 years old from Indonesia. Found this video because youtube recommended me. I was so hyped to start belly dancing for my workout every morning. I want to try belly dancing before when I was 20 years but my mom won't allowed it. So, now 35 years old me, feeling energetic & hyped with belly dancing. Thank you Portia! 💕💕💕
Much love. Ditta from Indonesia 🇮🇩
I'm so happy you can finally dance! Do you my friend. Only good things come from dancing!
Great instructor. My first view by accident. I miss belly dance. She’s awesome. Got me motivated at my age. Took belly dance 25-35 years ago loved it. Thank you for such a great instruction to remotivaee Love your energy
Right after I do my 30 minutes yoga stretches, belly dancing with you for 30 More minutes gives me the best over all works out. Thank you
You are so welcome & thanks for dancing with us! Try my On-Demand Membership 7-Days FREE! dance.bellymotions.com/ xoxo MissP🥰
That absolutely flew by! I've dabbled in ballet and pole but this was my first time trying belly dance, and your energy was so fun and motivating!
As a fellow ballerina, welcome to the 6th dimensional pelvic word of belly dance!!! 😉🖤
I just happened to stumble across this video and Portia caught my attention because she’s different from the others I have seen. What an awesome personality and her movements are easy to follow! I’m definitely going to give it a go!
Thank you Portia!
Thanks for connecting & dancing with me!
I really appreciate the transparency of seeing your class and the way you breakdown correct posture before doing the movements. Some of my fave belly dance workout creators don’t bother to explain posture, but I could feel a serious difference after following your instructions. Amazing workout! I hope you upload more.
Yay!!! Mission accomplished ❤️❤️ happy teacher here!
I am about to turn 31 in two months and since my teenage years, I have always been drawn to belly dance. I finally found you who can make it look all easy and I tried it with you today I would say I am really catching up. Thank you, sweetheart!
I just love what I do! Thanks for subscribing!! dance.bellymotions.com/
I committed to working out at home about 5 weeks ago. This is my favorite video. My tight hips have loosened immensely and I've started dancing more throughout the day. Sending so much ❤ to you. Thank you!!!
You got this! I committed too but feel off the wagon a bit. Gotta restart this week! dance.BellyMotions.com
I have been sedentary for awhile due to severe injury but I used to bellydance a lot and I wanted to say you are a very positive person and a good teacher thank you for the inspiration goddess
So happy you're back to belly dancing again! Stop anything painful and modify as needed, muscle fatigue is normal, and you should be able to keep dancing as long as it feels good! Please be sure to warm up and cool down after class; do what you can when you can, and you'll see as time goes by you will get stronger and range of motion will get better!
@@BellyMotions thank you for the encouragement and the reminder to not push through pain I get hyper focused on doing it right I appreciate that reminder
@@ThePlantArk any time! 🥰
I finally found my soul exercise!! This is amazing!! Who knew at 54 I could feel so good. Thank you!!
The best is yet to come Vanessa! Thanks for dancing with me!❤
Portia, thank you so much! Keep with teaching the moves' details. YOU ARE GREAT!
Hi, I'm recovering from being bed bound and my physio has suggested that I make exercise fun. I've always wanted to Learn belly dance (and other dances). I'm laying in bed, distracting myself from chronic pain by practising tucking my pelvis in. I can also do shimmeys in bed.
When I'm having a good day I'm going to try to do a few minutes of the basic moves in this video. I might even be able to do some sitting up in my bed or a chair.
I just wanted to thankyou for putting this video on RUclips for free and for including the moves slowed down to start with. I have other videos and even DVDs but most are moving so fast during the teaching that I won't keep up.
Your clear, simple explanations make me excited for when I can try to follow along again.
Blessings from South Eastern Australia, Dot
OMG Dot, thank you so much for sharing your story, I'm glad to hear you are enjoying my posts and finding your joy again! Just do what you can when you can, and you'll get stronger every day! Thanks for dancing with me! 😘❤
This was my first belly dance lesson and it was amazing! I love your energy and the fun comments, keep it like that please! Thank you so much! :) >3
Oh I’m so honored!!!! I hope I’ve planted an empowering seed!
I can't thank you enough, I am missing the classes I used to take at home, as I live in a far away country now, this made me feel soo happy and at home 💕, note this feels a lot like a merash class, love the smile the energy thank youuuu 💗
Oh yay!!! Glad we found each other! Without YOU I have no one to teach! A win-win for both of us!
@BellyMotions 😻
Only 8 min into the video and you gained another subscriber! Loved it! Your energy is what I need! Thanks ❤
Yes, she is awesome! I'm also new here ❤🎉
I just love what I do! THANK YOU!! dance.bellymotions.com/
I love this so much! I was recently diagnosed with Stage I BC and I was looking for a way to remain active along with walking. Then I found you and I'm sure you were Heaven sent to help me, guide me, and teach me to dance and have fun all while keeping my stamina up. I am 69 years young and I believe it is NEVER too late to learn something new! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
You are so very welcome, and thank you for sharing your story❤️ Just stay positive and active, and you will get through this. You have a new tribe now and we're all sending you good vibes, love and positivity!💃🏽❤️ xoxo MissP️️ dance.bellymotions.com/
Sending prayers stay strong 🙏🏽❤️
You' are a very good instructor very patient explains everything. Makes learning easy and fun ❤
Thank you very much, Portia. I had taken belly dance classes long time ago. Now I´m 68 years old bu i feel in a good shape, so I´m going on with your wondeful belly dance classes. God bless you,. My best regards from Portugal.❤❤❤
Hello Margarida in Portugal and greetings from Miami! Thank YOU for sharing your story and for dancing with me! Please keep me posted on your progress and if you have any questions I'm only a message away!♥♥♥
This was really different from all of the other exercise videos I have tried. I was intrigued by the part when you swing each hip forward. Brand new to me! Thank you for introducing me to the "forbidden" dance. (I used to think so as a kid).
I am trying to find my hobbies. I want to turn myself into a different version next year. I love your voice its so relaxing and I love the way you teach belly dance. I learnt some steps very easily and some are hard the last step of legs are hard. I got some problem with my right side hip. It doesn't go on flow ma'am but I will practice hard to make it beautiful. You are the best teacher I love you ma'am.
Thank YOU for the love and for dancing with me Priya! Just do what you can and modify as needed for your hips; muscle fatigue is good but pain is not good so listen to your body! You will get more fluid as your body get stronger, just be patient and enjoy the journey! It's going to be a fabulous new year!!!💖
Greetings, fantastic class. First timer belly dancing tho now I see similarity in my dance moves. Out of shape and out of breath. Feels hysterically fantastic ! Looking forward to this journey ! Thank you
I’ve wanted to belly dance for the longest time. Your energy and clear instruction has really made this a fun experience for me-even if challenging. I often find it hard to enjoy dancing because I get all muddled up but you really create a welcoming atmosphere with great reminders to breathe and feel into movement. It’s what dance should be: connection to the body and I don’t often experience that. Thank you for your videos!
Mykee you made my heart sing, it's my pleasure to share this Belly Dance journey with you! The benefits of belly dancing are many.... it's also going to improve your balance, bone density, cognitive function and is just darn FUN!! So happy you're enjoying it and if you want more I’ve got a full Belly Dance Library here! www.youtube.com/@BellyMotions/Membership
@@BellyMotionsAw I’m glad! Who would have known? Can’t wait to put in more practise. I’ll check them out, thank you!
It's almost 3am here where I am and I'm dancing with you 😂😂🤪 I accidentally found this video and couldn't resist watching it!! You're such a positive and thoughtful teacher! 💜🥰 It feels good to learn from you! I'll definitely come back again!! ❤❤❤🎉🎉
I AM SO HAPPY YOUR BACK TO DANCING!! Only good things! Find me here: dance.bellymotions.com/
❤ 💃🏽❤ thanks for subscribing Oksana! xoxo MissP dance.bellymotions.com/
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I have tried/watched many belly dance videos, this is the best lesson ever!!!! So easy to follow, understand, fun, confidence-building & uplifting! Makes a beginner feel beautiful & competent. Thank you for this! Really enjoy your lessons!
You're so welcome!
You are such an engaging instructor! Bellydance was not on my fitness radar, but I stumbled across your channel, and I remembered your exercise dvd from 20-ish years ago! I gave this one a whirl today. I’m stiff and awkward as can be but it was fun! Thanks. :)
Thanks for dancing with me Alison!
Portia I used to belly dance all the time. I loved it. I met some of the most beautiful friends in belly dance. I love your classes because it helps me to get back into shape and relearn the moves. Thank you so very much! You are awesome! I love your work! You are truly a wonderful professional and inspiring to many around the world!
WELCOME BACK LISA!!!! Lots pf love right back to you!! xoxo MissP😘
@@BellyMotions thank you!
You are very welcome!
Music is awesome and I love how it's Arabic fusion w other influences ❤❤❤❤
Glad I found your channel. Belly dancing is part of my 'try something new every month'.. I'm 60 and recently discovered age is not a limit. I'm getting fit, losing weight, becoming healthy and feeling better than I ever have. Basically aging in reverse. Love yourself, let's go!
So happy you found me too, it only gets better!!! xoxo MissP🥰
I've just done this and wanted to say thank you so much! I have fibromyalgia and had a crash at the weekend; I had to pause after the workout! 😅
I really enjoyed it and connecting felt a little awkward but afterward, my body loved moving at last. Thank you so much x
Another fibromyalgia suffer here, looking for work outs that may help with managing pain. Movement is the way to go, I hope this is not too taxing, it looks fabulous. What a great teacher I wish I was there.
Is there any other fibromyalgia sufferers out there, doing belly dancing ?
Perfect dance teacher!!! Awesome. I am 52 yrs and a dancer by instinct and have been choreographing dance for teams. Loved your teaching and doing it for cardiac health and to increase bone strength... To pass through perimenopause with health.
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Hi Cuties! Want more? Join me for more LIVESTREAM and ON DEMAND classes and workshops here: dance.bellymotions.com
*_Fantastic and so enjoyable presentation !!! Lololol your Target/Costco examples !!! Thank you so much !!!_*
Hi I'm Ashwini from India... I❤ur workout Portia.. Really ❤दिल से 🙏धन्यवाद
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Very nice, I just watched it but I am going to try it, watch out❤ I like the music but also dancing is one my peace....but I get my strength from my God. But I appreciate you. I am going to share it and have @ it.❤❤
Thank you, Portia 😂🌻😂
Very good explanations of the moves ❤
First time ever doing a belly dancing class! This was awesome!
So happy you enjoyed it!!! Thanks for dancing with me!😅
Wow!!!! This lesson is amazing😍😍😍im running out of breath but i feel so light and intense at the same time..I will be including this in my workouts..Thank you Miss Portia❤❤❤
I am so happy to find your channel. I attend your class every morning. the way you teach belly dance is very, very good. thank you and keep up the good work
Very nice class! Love it! I learned a lot today! Thank you!
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Thank you so much! You are the best belly dance teacher I have had. I love the way you break each move down and then put it all together. You make it fun and I love the music. I will look for more of your videos!
I've seen many beginner's belly dance videos. Yours was the best! The energy you put out is so refreshing and makes me want to dance with you. I am recovering from an 8nyear bed bound condition & my challenge is to stand & walk & eventually learn this beautiful art! For now I'm soaking up your lessons in my mind! Great going!❤
absolutely loved this lesson 🥰 thank you for sharing :))))
JOIN ME LIVE this Sunday June 30th for a 90 minute Beginner Belly Dance Workshop 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST. $30USD | LIVESTREAM via ZOOM! Livestream attendees will receive an email 1 hour before class start time with the ZOOM link. *BONUS* Everyone signed up will receive an email downloadable file of the Workshop within a few days...you get to keep FOREVER! bellymotions.spiffy.co/checkout/workshop
Amazing class. Totally new to belly dance and all your tips and directions made it easy to follow
I love your videos!!
More here my dear! bellymotions.com/on-demand/
Eu estou tão feliz por ter encontrado essa aula! Amo Dança do Ventre, mas nunca tinha tido a oportunidade de ter uma aula na minha vida! Por coincidência, eu tenho um acessório de barriga igual ao seu, então foi mais divertido ainda. Você é uma professora espetacular. Muito obrigada pelo vídeo e muitas saudações do Brasil.💌💝💚💛
Hello Cereja in Brazil, greeting from Miami! Thanks for the love and so happy you are enjoying my classes! Keep me posted on your progress and maybe you can join us for a live streamed workshop some Sunday. xoxo MissP😘❤
That is quite the work out!
🥰Time flys when we're having fun...AIWA! dance.bellymotions.com/
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I just finished this class and I loved it! Portia is such a great instructor, making the class fun while I'm feeling the impact. I'm looking forward to enjoying more classes!
Thanks so much for the LOVE Christina and happy to hear you enjoyed my class! 🥰❤
Wow! I loved this workout!❤ I felt so free but was also really challenged. I can't wait to feel/see myself improve! Thank you!
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I'm 16 years old who's been wanting to learn how to belly dance, thank you for this ms!;))
🎉 Same here.
Mashallah❤
,I love it .
🥰THANKS FOR THE LOVE! dance.bellymotions.com/
Absolutely love this! I'm Egyptian and have been doing belly dancing naturally my whole life, but I loved how you broke everything down into ABCs , really helpful😊
Hello my Egyptian sister and greetings from Miami! So honored to dance with you🥰
Dancing in Cairo! ruclips.net/video/wHyUu2hqZjM/видео.html
من الفيديو كلو حبيت الاغاني😊😊
My first time trying belly dancing but it was fun! It will take practice for sure. I been been trying zumba and all different kind of exercises! Thank you so much ☺
Thanks for dancing with me Tanya! Belly dance is great for you body and soul!!!🥰
i dont think i can tuck my pelvis lol
I'm not a professional, just someone learning to dance. I was told that you should pull your belly button towards your spine like someone poked you in the tummy and tighten your butt/bum as if someone slapped it... You could even try rocking your bum backwards and forwards by pushing your bum back and then forwards...it feels weird when you start because you are changing the way the muscles are supporting your upper body.
I am recovering from being bed bound so I practise tucking my pelvis when I'm in bed laying down as well as if I'm standing somewhere waiting in a line. Check in, focus on how you feel, with how you are laying down or standing up, when you go about your day. You are looking to be positioning your body in the middle of how far forward and back you can move your belly button and bum so your spine/back doesn't get sore as you move.
I tend to slouch so my belly is forward and my bum is back so the S shape in my spine is more curved and it makes my back hurt.
If you truly can't tuck your pelvis you should see a physiotherapist who can check you out and give you specific exercises to help you out. My physio has said that learning a dance like belly dance can teach me how to hold my body in a better position and help with pain and discomfort.
Blessings from South Eastern Australia, Dot
This is AMAZING!!!! First time belly dancing. Love you Portia!❤
I’ve been looking for an online class for years. Finally found you. You are such a fantastic teacher. I love how beginner friendly this is. Thank you so much.
I’m coming back for more ♥️
My first attempt. Sweating!!! It feels good. My mother in law used to belly dance, and I have always wanted to try it. Thank you.
You got this!✨👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
This is the first time a workout has ever been fun, thank you for such clear instructions!
So glad!
Instructor is adorable! Looks like a great workout for sitting all day and hunched over.
Awww thanks! It's exercise in disguise! dance.bellymotions.com/
My goodness made it 24 min 1st time ever 😅 wonderful and clear understandable teaching, will do my best to do this daily 🙏🙏🙏👏👏✨✨✨
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what a beautiful teacher. like she came to this earth to teach us bellydance
Thanks for your kind words and for dancing with us!
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I love watching this. I'm doing paperwork right now and Its helping me stay focused while I get it finished. Hopefully tomorrow I can actually do the workout!!
This can be your reward! Keep up the great work, I know paperwork can be mundane but do it well and do it with pride. Then celebrate and do YOU!
I am loving your classes! I have been doing belly dance for Fitness for over 30 years. You make it so much fun and have such a great personality! Thank you!
Thanks so much Kim! So happy you're enjoying the posts!😘
I'm not a beginner, but I love your class! Excellent warming, great music, clear and precise instructions! Thank you 🙏 Shukran!❤
this teacher has great energy!
My first attempt and this is so fun! I love it. I can’t wait until I can keep up.
You got this!
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