How Can I Become A Professional Belly Dancer?

How Can I Become A Professional Belly Dancer?

Belly dancing is a beautiful cultural art form from the Middle East. Whenever there is a performance, every aspect of belly dance; from its undulated movement to its oriental music and its colourful costumes, never fails to turn heads and capture the attention of the audience. Belly dance as an art form makes one embrace their feminine side, feel sexy and proud of their body shapes as well as type. Like everything else in life, there are individuals who push the boundaries and limitations and be the experts of their field. Those who strive for excellence are the ones that motivate others to learn it or aspire others to be just like them. Without these fine individuals, art form such as belly dance would die, they are the catalysts and teachers for the dancers of the future. While there is no single conclusive answer or a set in stone method to turn from amateur, casual to professional belly dancer, this article would discuss a few things to keep in mind end route to be a pro.

Just dance your heart away. Relax, do not put the pressure of being the best on your shoulders. Learn as much as you can and enjoy every aspect of belly dance class. Just give it your all, be it during individual belly dance class or group lessons. With the right attitude, fiery passion, strong determination and commitment, everything will fall into place and take place as it is meant to be. Bear in mind that no matter how hard some try, not everyone is cut out to be a professional. Do not be discouraged, belly dance, just like life, is all about enjoying the journey, not about the end destination.

When it comes to belly dance class, you should be selective and find a proper instructor. Attend group classes, private lessons or both! Let your instructor know of your intention and passion to become a professional belly dancer as your instructor may be able to

point you out to the right direction and right people to get you on the pathway to fulfil your dream. Be sure to ask your instructor for videos and reading materials to study the movements and rhythms of exceptional belly dancers, read about the history, the different styles, the traditions and costumes of various belly dance. Attend live performances or shows to observe the way actual and exceptional professional belly dancers moves and do what they do best at the highest quality.

Prospective professional belly dancer should also set specific long- and short-term goals. Short-term goals may include but not be restricted to learning a specific dance move or a certain belly dance style and even scheduling or clocking a number of practice hours. Long term goals may include taking advance workshops, joining a dance troupe, preparing for performance or join a competition. Save money for the best and progressive classes, shows and workshops instead of fancy, shiny jewelleries and costumes. When you feel ready, get some stage experience, exposure, feedback and performance experience from performing at haflas or showcases. Do not dance for money and proclaim to be a professional dancer until you have truly made it.