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Get back a little bit of YOU.....Discover your JOY!

  • Are you feeling frazzled?
  • Do you wish you had more energy?
  • Would you like to do something fun...just for YOU?
  • Do you wish you felt more comfortable and confident in your own skin?
Let's face it....women are busy people.  We all lead such hectic lives these days.  As busy, everyday women, our attention is drawn in so many different directions.  It's easy to lose yourself in all that you must get done on a day to day basis.  We give so much of ourselves to our children, spouses, work and much more.  Life can be great, but responsibilities can leave you feeling drained, worn out and overwhelmed.  You've got to recharge your batteries in order to stay healthy and take care of every thing without going bonkers.  It's important to carve out a little time for yourself. 

Watch the "Belly Dance For the Busy, Everyday Woman video trailer........


Get a FREE sneak peek at a complete Learning Module from "Belly Dance For the Busy, Everyday Woman"  ~ over 12 minutes of footage! 
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What if there was a way to 
"get back" a little bit of "YOU"?

You need something that you can look forward to.  Something that makes you smile (or even chuckle) every time you think of it?  Something fun, exciting and out of the ordinary that gets you away from the daily "grind"! 

"Belly Dance For the Busy, Everyday Woman" was created for real women just like you!  Real women of every age, shape and size.  It was designed for beginners and absolutely no experience is necessary.  It doesn't matter how uncoordinated you think you are or what your body type is.  YOU can belly dance!  

“Belly Dance For the Busy, Everyday Woman” contains eight, quick learning modules.  Each learning module lasts between 13-23 minutes. You can do them all at once, or go through the modules at your own pace.  The easy to navigate menu and extensive chaptering will help you get right back to where you left off each time.  There is also a warm up, a detailed section about proper posture and a cool down stretch.

In "Belly Dance For the Busy, Everyday Woman", you'll learn:

  • How proper dance posture can help you walk taller and stronger in your daily life activities (and may reduce some aches and pains**).
  • 10 of the most basic belly dance movements including instruction on common pitfalls and mistakes to watch out for.
  • 4 distinct combinations using your newly acquired moves.
  • Why it doesn't matter what size or shape you are (or how uncoordinated you think you are!).  The movements are naturally body friendly.  YOU can belly dance!
  • 3 secrets to more beautiful, fluid arms.
  • How belly dancing can help improve your self image and confidence.
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Photo credit: Carl Sermon Photography

How will this work?

We'll start off with a detailed section about proper dance posture.  Heather will show you the 4 key components of strong posture that will help you get the most of out of your belly dance moves AND help strengthen your core to stand taller and more confident through out your every day life.  Then, it's on to the learning modules.

Each learning module includes three basic belly dance movements.  We'll put those moves into a combination that will help you sashay through your day with a little extra sass!  Each module is chaptered into the following sections:

The Moves
  • Altogether, you'll learn 10 of the most basic, fundamental movements of belly dance.  Each movement is broken down verbally, visually and with counts.  Heather will also show you some of the most common pitfalls to watch for and how to correct them.  Belly dance movements are all natural and body friendly (no matter what your body type).  These moves are already inside your body.  Heather will show you how to get your brain out of the way and let those moves come out to play!
The Combination
  • When we've worked through the movement breakdowns, we'll move on to the combination.  Heather will walk you through each combination demonstrating and counting each of the three movements.  We'll repeat this so you can get a handle on it.  You'll quickly see how the movements fit together into some fun and sassy combinations.
Combination with music & verbal cues
  • Then we'll turn on the music.  But don't worry!  Heather isn't going to leave you on your own.  She will dance through the combo right along with you while giving you verbal cues about what movement comes next.  With a few repetitions, you'll know exactly how it goes.
Practice loop with music
  • Lastly, we'll dance the combination together with music, but without the cues.  These repetitive practice loops will help you get the combination down in no time!

And when you've worked through the learning modules, the combinations all fit together into a full choreography!  
 
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Photo Credit: Carl Sermon Photography


Arm Hints & Tips are the icing on top of the "Belly Dance For the Busy, Everyday Woman cake!  In this section, you'll learn 3 simple secrets to more beautiful, fluid arm movements for your dance.  Heather will teach you how to use "energy" and "lift"  to minimize "bat wings" and tone your arms and shoulders.  These secrets can even transfer over to how you carry your arms in your everyday life.    

Bonuses included on this DVD are:
  • Repeating practice loops
  • View of the full choreography from the back
  • Alternative ending poses 
  • Costumed performance and more! 

What makes belly dance so great and how can it help me?

Heather’s clear and personable teaching style has helped scores of women find their joy and empowerment through belly dance.  Belly dance is a low impact, naturally body friendly activity that truly celebrates women.  It is uplifting (physically and emotionally), makes your body stronger and more flexible and can contribute to a heightened sense of accomplishment and self-esteem.  It doesn't matter what age, size or shape you are.  YOU can belly dance.  Perfection and super coordination is not required.  If you can feel and follow your heart beat, you can belly dance.  And best of all.....it's FUN!  Now you can try it for yourself right in your own home with "Belly Dance For the Busy, Everyday Woman"!

Here's what busy, everyday women just like you are saying about belly dance with Heather.....

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“(Your classes) are a complete and utter outlet to my daily grind.  It makes me feel pretty again".  ~ Thanks, Susan

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"I feel more graceful, sexy, and comfortable in my skin". ~ Beth

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“I have a whole new sense of self and believe I can be that person I never thought was possible.” 
~ Sara

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Extra Cool Stuff!   

A fun dvd is great, but getting extra goodies is even better!
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Included in the "Basic Package" ~ When you purchase directly from this website, you'll receive free access to my video playlist with demonstrations of 4 different taqsims played on different instruments (oud, accordion, violin and piano).  Great for learning how different instruments can evoke different moods and feelings, which affects how you move.
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Bonus Video Downloads ("Premium Package" only)  ~ When you purchase the "Premium Package", you'll be able to download extra video content that just wouldn't fit on the dvd.  Included are Variations for arm movements, examples of different ways to stylize and sass up the combinations and some handy transition tips.  There are also practice loops of the combinations and the full choreography as viewed from the back facing into a mirror.  These videos include verbal cueing which will help you feel like you're right in the studio!



Choose your desired package.....

Basic Package

Premium Package



"Belly Dance For the Busy, 
Everyday Woman" on DVD


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BONUS!  Access to 4 different taqsim video demonstrations on 4 different instruments (oud, violin, accordion and piano). 
(Value - $10)
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Choreography Notation ~
Includes the full choreography with complete counts and movement notation in a downloadable file.
(Value - $5)
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Downloadable videos of the 
  • Alternative arms and stylizations of the combos  
  • Combos and full choreography practice loops from the back view facing into a mirror          
(Value - $18 / Combined approximate Run Time: 20 minutes)
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Shipping:
US - $3.00
Canada - $5.50
Other destinations - $7.00


All dvds are NTSC 
region-free format.

Makes a 
GREAT Gift!
Basic Package
DVD with Bonus Taqsims Playlist
$21.00

Premium Package
DVD with Bonus Taqsims Playlist, Choreography Notation and Downloadable supplemental videos
$24.00


You can also order from Amazon or CreateSpace, but the Premium Package and access to the free Bonus Taqsims playlist are only available through this webpage.

Still not sure if "Belly Dance For the Busy, Everyday Woman" is for you?

I think I can help you with that.....  For a limited time, I'm offering the "I didn't have any fun at all" guarantee.  What this means to you is, if you purchase my dvd from this webpage, try it out and you don't have any fun at all with it (or laugh, giggle, smile or otherwise enjoy yourself), I'll refund your money if you return it within 30 days of purchase.  I'll even refund the shipping on your order.  So you really don't have anything to lose by giving this a try.

Why in the WORLD would I do this?

Because I want to help you take that small leap of faith to find out how great belly dance can make you feel!  I'm so sure that you'll laugh, giggle, smile and feel great that I'm willing to take away the risk for you.

Is there a catch?

Well of course there is, but it's not hard.  To be eligible for a refund, you must:
  • Order your dvd directly from me on this webpage (not from Amazon or CreateSpace)
  • Actually work with the dvd within 30 days of the original postmark date and not experience any fun, giggles, smiles, joy, laughter, exuberance or any general sense of well-being whatsoever.
Now, I only have your word to go on with this.  So please, do be honest.  If my return policy is abused, I'll have to discontinue it.

The "Details"......

Shipping:
US - $3.00
Canada - $5.50
Other destinations - $7.00

All dvds are NTSC 
region-free format.
Get it NOW!
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Basic Package
DVD with Bonus Taqsims Playlist
$21.00

Premium Package
DVD with Bonus Taqsims Playlist, Choreography Notation and Downloadable supplemental videos
$24.00

If you didn't have ANY fun at all, in order to get your refund, here's what you have to:

  • Contact me within 30 days of the date your video is postmarked.  You'll need a return authorization number.
  • Return the video to me at your own expense (about $3.00 if you send it 1st class), postmarked within 5 business days of the date I send you the return authorization.
  • Include the authorization number in your return.  

If you have any questions about the return guarantee, feel free to contact me here.


This DVD features music from Amir Sofi and is available on Amazon** at the link below.  

**Disclaimer ~  (A) Heather is not a medical doctor and none of this content should be construed as medical advice.  If you have health issues or concerns, consult your doctor or other health care provider before starting any exercise program.  For informational purposes only, there have been studies that have shown that belly dance can reduce and even eliminate some body aches and pains.  There is also evidence that it can alleviate or improve some conditions.   Check out these articles: Belly Dance and Back Pain  |  Belly Dance and Fibromyalgia 
A simple "Google" search of "medical studies about benefits of belly dance" turns up many interesting reads. 
(B) The Amazon link for Raksa by Amir Sofi is an affiliate link.  This means if a purchase is made via the link, I will receive a small commission (usually only a few cents).  If you would prefer I did not receive a commission, you can easily search the item for a non-affiliate link. “As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.”
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