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Have you ever thought of how many inches you could lose by taking up this form of exercise? If you don't like exercising... this could be perfect for you.

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A Dream Come True
This article was written by a young lady who, diagnosed with Rickets, was warned by her doctor to avoid strenuous exercise. She turned to belly dancing and here is her story.

Angelique and Friends
Lots of information on the art of belly dancing that will whittle inches off your waist.

Arabic Food and Drink
Once you learn a little about the dance, you will be just as fascinated by the food. It's delicious!

Beauty Quick List
Find it FAST! Here is the best way to find every beauty category imaginable on the site, quickly and easily.

Beginner's Outfit
Where do you start? This site would be a very good place.

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Beginning Middle Eastern Dance Class Outline
This is an interesting page listing some of the movements that one would learn in a beginners class.

Belly Dance Accessories
If you are looking for a little inspiration for your costume, this is the site you should check out. The jewelry is absolutely gorgeous.

Belly Dance Costumes
If you don't have the time or inclination to sew your own costume, this company has some that are already made and waiting for you to order.

Belly Dance For Older Women
Info on costumes and even bellydancing for men are discussed on this site. Go and take a look.

Belly Dance Page
This site offers information on lots of aspects of this dance but also a list of restuarants that feature dancing nightly in the Bay Area of San Francisco.

Belly Dancing at the Egyptian Castle
An impressive site with videos to watch, midis to listen to and images to check out.

Belly Dancing With Thia
A large site with instruction on the dance, costumes, makeup and lots more.

Benefits of Belly Dancing
If you are curious about what this dance can do for you, take a look.

Clip Art For Belly Dancers
What home page would not be complete without some great clip art! One of Natima's favorites!

Costumes
Still looking for that perfect outfit. Check out this site.

Costumes and More
Lots of photos of great costumes that would be perfect for you.

Costuming and Care Tips
Some great information and tons of it! You won't want to miss this page!

Dancing Shoes
Some dancers prefer nothing on their feet, but there are some instances, when a shoe will be necessary. Take a look at what this site has to offer.

Desert Dance
This site has so much to offer. You will find help with finding the right music, help with your costumes, and even chats with other dancers.

Egyptian Belly Dance... A Video Review
Here is your chance to learn the fine art of belly dance... in the privacy of your home and without an audience. However, don't be surprised if your family wants to see how it is done before very long.

For The Belly Dancer in All of Us
Community Associate Norma, highly recommended this page. She is in fact a belly dancer!

Gilded Serpent
This page takes you a step further in costuming. Gorgeous and definitely worth a look.

Hair Styles For the Belly Dancer
I never thought about hair styles until I happened upon this link. Now if you can benefit too.

Learning On Your Own
What do you do if you can't find a class? Check this out.

Magical Motion
A great site offering videos to teach you the fine art of belly dancing, lots of articles and music as well. The photos are gorgeous as well.

Middle Eastern Rhythms
Tons of information to help you with drumming.

My Body, My Temple
An article written by a nurse that explains why she decided to explore this ancient dance.

Names For Dancers
If you are going to be a dancer, you have to have the perfect name and at this site, you are going to find one!

Neena and Veena
These twins will help whittle off the inches... If they can do it, why not you? Again, this video allows you to learn the moves at your own pace and in your own home.

Student Starters
If you are looking to take up Belly Dancing but not sure where to start, here is a little help for you. A really interesting page.

To Teach or Not To Teach
Have you ever thought that perhaps you could turn this into a part time job? Here are some things to think about.

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