Better Belly Dance Arms and Hands in 3 Easy Steps

Do you sometimes find it a challenge to keep the arms strong, mindful and elegant when you're working to create all the other movements and isolations in the dance?
Arms and hands are often glossed over or even overlooked in belly dance classes, yet they are the frame for our dance and some of our longest, most expressive limbs!
Want stronger, prettier and more fluid arm work? You are in the right place!
Today, I will teach you three simple concepts that are easy to implement and guaranteed to quickly improve your arm and hand movements no matter what style of dance you practice or level you are currently at.
Ready to level up your arms and hands and your dance? Then dive in and let's dance!
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[@tzefirayah_700travelmore.]

Snake arms were the hardest for me when I started dancing. Still are at times:) Awesome video. Thanks for sharing.

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thats awesome! Thank you for commenting!

[@charlottescarth867]

All three ideas are basic but never thought of this perspective, what a great teacher. What a unique perspective! First time i've heard someone else mention the arms hurting too- it put me off belly dance in class! Thanks so much for mentioning the change in focus - my posture has transformed. Focusing on the the mid back lengthens the neck, feels good, looks strong, graceful and relaxed. I wish you taught in England!

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[@KittyBrewer]

Great explanation arm movements for beginners and advanced belly dancers!

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thanks, Kitty!

[@LillianRose-yf8nk]

Belly dancing must keep you young, you are gorgeous and positively ageless!! I have a comment and a question. First thank you for this video, it's so important to take the time to develop graceful arm movements! These are excellent tips for beginners, start early with these good habits and your dance will be balanced and beautiful! Here's the question: i heard this the other day from a traditionally trained Raks teacher. She said that you are never supposed to face your palm to the audience because it is considered a rude gesture to them. Have you ever heard of this?? I haven't and have been dancing for awhile! Anyways thank you again for this wonderfully informative video!

[@SahiraBellydances]

I cannot confirm that I have in all sincerity, will have to do some research on the palm to the audience question. Thank you for asking this.

[@bluz4allah]

You are a fabulous teacher. These 3 concepts helped me a lot. I always had trouble having my arms be more directed. You broken it down for me as to how I will become more directed with my arm movements in dance. Thank you!!!!

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re so welcome.

[@MissPooz]

Wow, great concept of thinking of something viscus that you are moving your arms through. It looks so much better than arms all over the place. Thank you!

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re so welcome

[@danidacorso]

Great tips, Sahira, thank you so much from Brazil

[@ericadacosta6992]

This second ideanis a winner. My arms get so tired so quickly. I'm so thinking muscle everytime I have to move my arms. Thank you

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re so welcome

[@Tony-dh7mz]

It’s sooo flowie, Lol This reminds me of flamenco, hardly surprising considering the moors were in southern Spain for centuries, must have brought the influence with bellydancing, Incidentally everyone thinks that drawing a bow comes from your arms, it doesn’t it comes from your back if you do it properly, You basically draw your shoulder blades together, no archer can slouch, even if they want to lol, Lead with your wrists 👍

[@SahiraBellydances]

Heehee! Thanks!

[@sakshisharma2961]

U xplain so sweetly d steps nd mk dem luk soo easy

[@orla188]

THANK YOU !!!

[@mubashir4899]

Super helpful thank you!

[@diptirane4469]

Wow.. Superb explanation!! I loved it and of course the backdrop of Silk sarees made it even more classic👌👌

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you ☺️

[@zeynepgedik4414]

Moving my arms were always hard and I got tired. Now with this explanation that You have to engage your back and schoulderblades, it became easier. Thank you soo much !! And the idea of pushing something liquid( especially dark chocolate my favourite) made things clear. Simple yet worth the trying. !!!🤗🤗🤗

[@SahiraBellydances]

Wonderful 👏

[@maryannburnett1933]

I felt comfortable with how I can make my hand movements now. I guess I just didn’t know how to execute them gracefully thank you for showing me how❤

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re so welcome, glad it helped.

[@veronicalouisa4849]

Thanks I love the way you explained make it much easier to understand 🙏💗

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re very welcome

[@yeanetteconde1847]

great video! love it.

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you!

[@jqiyemajier3568]

Thank you. I love the liquid space approach 🌊

[@shaymabk1165]

thank you so much for sharing this , this was so helpful sending all love

[@catherinemerena8874]

That was so helpful!!

[@SahiraBellydances]

Glad it was helpful!

[@WritingRandR]

Great tips!! Thanks

[@SahiraBellydances]

You are very welcome! :)

[@OwnYourPowerTV]

very helpful! thank. you so much

[@SahiraBellydances]

Glad it helped.

[@ninab.1263]

This was extremely helpful!!

[@SahiraBellydances]

I'm so glad!

[@gp4688]

wow amazing explanation! thank you so much :)

[@SahiraBellydances]

Glad you liked it!!

[@ritablunt8721]

Great video

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thanks, Rita!

[@anahiaguirre7666]

THANK YOU SO MUCH. that’s perfect.

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re so welcome.

[@noeliliff3333]

Fantastic concepts! The hands and arms are the hardest- and most beautiful and personalized part of your own bellydance language. Thank you!!

[@SahiraBellydances]

I am so glad you enjoyed this. Thank you for your kind words!

[@soniakapur5634]

Fantabulous.... A v helpful video!

[@SahiraBellydances]

Glad it was helpful!

[@meleahnelson9387]

Beautifully explained, great class!

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thanks 😊

[@zamnavalle2095]

I completely love your video. Great explanation and very useful ✨

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you so much!

[@BellydanceIn]

Thank you for sharing the useful information 👍

[@SahiraBellydances]

I am so very happy that it's helpful for you!

[@theladytragedimerlot3346]

Fabulous video & tips, thank you! I'll be applying this next time I practice. 💗

[@SahiraBellydances]

Awesome!

[@AndreaGracie]

Incredibly helpful, Sahira! Thank you ❤️

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re so welcome 😊

[@shwetalondhe5808]

Simply awesome.. you made it all really simple ❤️

[@SahiraBellydances]

Happy to help 😊

[@vespercrest98]

very helpful!

[@SahiraBellydances]

Wonderful ☺️

[@mnowell6759]

This one helped so much more than other videos. Thank you.

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re so welcome.

[@ngonnguyen8015]

Very helpful thank you❤

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re so welcome 😊

[@crystalucinda]

OMG❣️ They work so well❣️ Thank you❣️ so much ❣️

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re welcome 😊

[@layluchaaa]

This was so helpful!! I’m a dancer who’s looking to have more grace and control in my arms, will definitely apply this to my dancing! Thank you :)

[@SahiraBellydances]

Glad it helped 😊

[@heatherrossman9525]

Thank you!

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re so welcome

[@kellygooda8217]

Wonderful tips, thank you ❤

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re so welcome.

[@UltravioletAmaGira]

It's the mindfulness for me! Thank you🌪️✨

[@SahiraBellydances]

You’re very welcome

[@Michael-go7zz]

Sahira, great tips. It made a difference in the hand movements.❤️❤️🙏

[@SahiraBellydances]

Happy it helped ♥️

[@BillionaireMystic528hz]

Thank you so much Sahira! I truly appreciate this video and the analogy of me using my muscles to push through liquid space. I tend to have a stiff left arm/ wrist connection and have been setting goals and intentions to become more fluid within my arms and flow. Your first set of guidance regarding letting my wrist lead my fingers was at first a little challenging for me to mentally visualize within the left side of my body (the stiffer side). However, I just chose to be more gentle with myself and start small in my left-sided wrist motions.

[@SahiraBellydances]

I appreciate you for giving it a try 👏👏

[@caityvalentine]

Wonderful tips! My arms look more beautiful already, thank you!

[@SahiraBellydances]

Awesome, you’re so welcome.

[@jaishreeram725]

I am very happy to see your background u use VARANASI SAREES, because I am from🇮🇳 BHARAT and this is VARANASI saree.

[@positivelybeautiful1]

One aspect of love is to share knowledge & talents. You have true compassion, for the caring of others, especially with us strangers. I just started belly dancing class this month. My hands and arms are stiff, and to me are the hardest thing to learn. With both of your tutorials on hands and arms, I now, have a good start, and I will continue to practice. Yes, the hands makes all the difference! Thank you very much from Florida.

[@SahiraBellydances]

Happy I could help 😊

[@juliag9339]

Thank you Sahira! This is very helpful. My arms are very skinny. I think their boney look visually amplifies the stiffness in my arm movements and makes them look less fluid. Glad to know your tips and will try them!

[@SahiraBellydances]

You're so welcome! Let me know if it helps!!

[@juliag9339]

@@SahiraBellydances It sure does! I watched some of your performance videos and loved those clean-looking arm and leg movements. Would love to see more videos on tips for arms and legs (basically the non-belly elements of belly dance)! Thank you ❤️

[@nicoledevona5863]

Hi Sahira! I have been belly dancing for 2 years and I'm still not comfortable with using my arms/hands, which really limits me. Could you do a video with simple arm/hand movements in a dance? I feel that I look very stiff and edgy and not fluid and wavy. Thank you!

[@SahiraBellydances]

Hi Nicole. Thanks for posting! I would be happy to create a video with some simple arm movements for your practice. And did you know that just today I released a brand new online course focusing entirely on the arms and hands? It may be just what you need! :) sahirabellydances.teachable.com/p/arms-and-hands

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[@jo-ellen3919]

AWESOME INSTRUCTION... IT WOULD HAVE BEEN OVER THE TOP IF YOU COULD HAVE DONE A SHORT DANCE WITH MUSIC SO WE COULD SEE AND PRACTICE BY WATCHING AND DOING THANK YOU 🥰

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you

[@mistyjohnson9646]

I like that much better.

[@laurapl249123]

yaaaay

[@SahiraBellydances]

🤗

[@Rachel-mp3yf]

I enjoyed your explanation so much. Sounds like you are/were a physiotherapist or something😁

[@SahiraBellydances]

😂 thanks!

[@user-vh2pb7iz1d]

💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏

[@SahiraBellydances]

Thank you!

[@mistyjohnson9646]

Lol guys do do that LOL. I live the idea of the pushing because snakes 🐍 are forceful and concentrated on there movements. I am going to do this. I will let you know here in a week.

[@SahiraBellydances]

Did you do it?

[@susanntscherner1342]

Hi. Thanks for those hints. I like the idea of leading wrists.

[@sourianashackour5599]

*Me getting sore arms after moving for 30 seconds* Sahira: tip 2, create this back shelve to support your arm, you'll feel less sore Me: oh wow! I can do this for hours! Sahira: tip 3, engage your muscles to make it look much better *my arms getting sore after 2 seconds...*

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