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Hungarian Gypsy Dance A Little Differently

Gypsy dance requires a certain type of energy and passion. It has a looser, "party" feel to it. That's what I love about this video. These

Jessica Perelson Jessica Perelson on video, gypsy 14 September 2016
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Dancing on the Beach

I love the beach. Especially the undeveloped, open, natural beaches, where you have to walk over big sand dunes to get there. Some of my fondest

Jessica Perelson Jessica Perelson on blog, learn 13 September 2016
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Well, That Was Awful!!!

Today, Melanie and myself did a local talent competition, which included music, dance, acting and modelling. The judges were from various fields, but "star judge" was

Jessica Perelson Jessica Perelson on blog, competition 12 September 2016
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What Should You Wear to Class?

Beginners often ask us what they should wear to class. In our information booklet we say that they should wear comfortable exercise clothes. Some rock up

Jessica Perelson Jessica Perelson on blog, learn 10 September 2016
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Competitions Aren't For Me, But I'm Doing One This Weekend

I don't do competitions, but I'm doing one this weekend. This seems a bit contradictory so let me explain. I did competitions when I did ballet

Jessica Perelson Jessica Perelson on blog, competition 09 September 2016
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Zillistic Harmony - Fleur Estelle Dance Company

Zills/sagat has got to be my favourite prop in belly dance. I feel such a sense of accomplishment every time I nail a combination or

Jessica Perelson Jessica Perelson on video, zills 08 September 2016
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Beginner Choreographies: A Few Tips

I've been teaching beginners since 2009. One thing that has always been a struggle is the varying abilities of the individuals and catering for each one.

Jessica Perelson Jessica Perelson on learn, choreograph 07 September 2016
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Aiwa! Tribe - El Hantour

I LOVE this song. I love the heavy beat, I love the singing and I especially like the list of foods they take on the picnic.

Jessica Perelson Jessica Perelson on video, shaabi 06 September 2016
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Body Image: I am just me

I've been posting about body image since I began this blog because it's something I struggle with daily. Most articles and blog posts I've shared have

Jessica Perelson Jessica Perelson on blog, body image 05 September 2016
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