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Memphis Raqs Bellydance Open House!!!

January 3, 2010

Memphis Raqs School of Bellydance will be having an open house Sunday, January 3, featuring free bellydance classes throughout the day! Our open house will allow women of all ages to preview our upcoming session of new classes that start in January, just in time to shimmy off those holiday meals! Bellydance is a great way to lose weight and get in shape while having fun. This beautiful ancient dance form is made up of movements natural to the female form, so all women can do it, no matter your age or body type! "This is the most fun I've ever had exercising! I've found new abdominal muscles I never knew I had, reduced my back pain and where else can you buy twirly swirling skirts and jingly hip belts to go exercise in?!"-Lee, 52 Nutritionist Dance Oasis Bellydance Studio 2964 Stage Plaza North Behind Exlines, Next to Bartlett Lanes For more information, directions, and upcoming class schedules, contact us:

(901) 605-5520 liz@memphisraqs.com Health Benefits of Bellydance: Low-Impact Aerobic Exercise Because the posture and movements of bellydance are low impact on the knees, hips, and other joints, it is an excellent alternative to high-impact exercises, like running or aerobics. Increase Joint Mobility The movements of bellydance move the joints and ligaments in the lower back and hip through a full range of gentle, repetitive motion. This movement helps increase the flow of synovial fluid (nature's lubricant) in these joints. Reduce Back Pain In bellydance posture, the pelvis is tipped forward or tucked somewhat into a neutral position that can help prevent lower back problems. Bellydance can help relieve stress to the back, counteracting the almost constant compression of the disks that occurs from sitting and a sedentary lifestyle. These toned muscles improve posture and help prevent back pain that can be caused by the unnatural curving forward of the spine that occurs when muscle groups are weak (lordosis). Belly dance helps in preparing for childbirth The movements of raqs sharqi make an excellent prenatal exercise regimen that strengthens the muscles used during the childbirth process. The toned abdominal muscles and natural hip tucks, which are similar to the "pelvic rocking" taught during prenatal classes, teach the expectant mother how to move her pelvis. For women who desire natural childbirth, this form of exercise through dance, with its emphasis on muscle control not only facilitates natural childbirth, but also makes an excellent post-natal exercise that helps encourage abdominal tone. During those first weeks after giving birth, when caution is needed while healing from the birth process, these movements work the muscles gently and effectively, if done very gradually. Belly dancing boosts self-esteem The movements are artistic and feminine, creating a positive feeling of sensual expression and freedom. With sensuality being a desirable quality of belly dancing, the dancer feels safe to explore the soft, beautiful ways the body can move. The body awareness that comes from belly dancing often triggers an emotional response. Women with low self-image begin to respect their bodies.