Floorwork - Commentary

A cheesy clip but an accurate explanation of floorwork. Floorwork is no longer practiced in bellydance throughout the Middle East since it was banned in the 1950's. Today it is a standard practice among American bellydancers.

Floorwork - Cabaret Style

Here is a short clip showing Cabaret Style floorwork.

Floorwork - American Tribal Style

Here is an example of a dancer doing floor work American Tribal Style. ATB or Gothic Bellydance is known for it's snakelike movements.

Sword Bellydance

The sword dance or sabre requires a great deal of balance and movement control as demonstrated by Suhaila's Bellydance group.

You can just about balance the sword anywhere. On the head, chin, hip, or wrist, just to name a few.