Goddess Emerging
Testimonials: What has bellydancing done for you?
"I’m happier with myself – the dance has given me an
opportunity to acquaint myself with my body."
Sylvia, aged 62
"I can now bend over and ties up my shoes without my lungs suffocating!!"
Eileen, aged 44
"Belly dancing has opened my eyes to an entirely different culture. It has kept me fit while nurturing my inner self. I have fallen in love with the dance!!"
Monica, aged 25
"Middle Eastern dancing has given me freedom. Freedom of movement, freedom of expression, freedom to explore and freedom from troubles and thoughts that haunt me. It’s liberating for the body, soul and mind."
Kellie, aged 33
"This has provided me with motivation to get on with my life after a major family crisis. It has served as stress reduction, limbering, strength building and it is FUN!!"
Pat, aged 45
"I find that my body is much more flexible! I especially find that my lower back is giving me less trouble!"
Vivian
"It has opened me up to a new culture that I didn’t know existed. Thanks!"
Yvonne, aged 19
"I feel more co-ordinated, I’ve gained flexibility and it’s a break from my kids!!"
Stacey, aged 26
"It has taught me how to control my body, one section at a time. It has been a very spiritual experience. I like the interaction with other women and getting in touch with my female body and soul!"
Dawn, aged 25
"When I belly dance, I feel free, feminine, energetic. Belly dancing has truly given me more energy!!"
Ann Marie, aged 32
"Its wonderful to come and dance. Its freeing! I feel it has helped with flexibility and strength. I’m less tired and its fun!"
Lisa, aged 37
"I’m more in touch with my body and am not quite so critical of myself. I realize that while working to learn I’m still having fun. I believe we were meant to dance!!"
Ninette, aged 50
"(I’m) in touch with my feminine side, the strength of the female….I stepped out of my box during the recital!"
Charlene, aged 43
"I took the class specifically to counteract stiffness. I’ve much less backpain, loosening of the shoulders, diminished tension and more zest for life. And possibly decreased my waistline!! Belly dancing with Tahira is number one!!"
Mary, aged 60+
"Gives my brain a good work out as well as all of my body parts – some of which would never be used otherwise!!"
Diana, aged 56
"I have more appreciation of the work to master the moves, and it is very beautiful. I am proud or myself!!
I guess they’re (friends/family) getting used to the fact that Betty likes belly dancing!"
Betty, aged 74
"Belly dancing has been great therapy for the body, and the soul and self-esteem!"
Edie
"It has helped relax a sciatic nerve problem in my lower left side of my back. I have also had the pleasure of meeting some very lovely women."
Sharifa, aged 40
"It has given me an opportunity to do something for myself, tough with two young kids. It has made me much more flexible…I didn’t know some parts like that could move. I even think I like myself more than before!
Plus I may have even lost some weight, at least I feel thinner!"
Anastasia, aged 28
"It has helped me overcome my shyness."
Cathy, aged 30
"It has improved my posture and flexibility, especially in my shoulders and hips. And we have a tremendous amount of fun doing it!"
Sheila, aged 70
"Belly dance specifically has led to my regaining a lot of body confidence, getting back in touch with feeling sensuous and feminine, improved my sex life, increased my sense of fun, etc. It was the beginning step to a very changed life."