"Belly Dance for Teens, DVD by Hannah Romanza, is a masterpiece in educational dance video. This is an valuable treatment of the individual body movements used in this complex dance style. Hannah begins with a beautiful inspirational dance and handles each of the following technique sections with ease and joy. Teachers of any style of dance will be inspired by the organization of the material and teaching techniques. It should be considered as a valuable resource." --Jerry Duke, Ph.D., Professor of Dance, SFSU, San Francisco CA

"This DVD restores the requisite aesthetic balance much needed in belly dance instruction. The use of television blue screen introduces the cardinal coordinates of time, space and dynamics; and clarifies the movement material for immediacy of comprehension. The blue screen isolations serve as reference for students learning the intricate elements of this mysterious and complex dance form; much like plies and port de bras in classical ballet set the tone for the young dancer in carriage through performance. Technique is always ever crucial.

This video is one of the best instructional materials on this superb and often misunderstood dance form. Videotapes abound, but this DVD is veritably distinct. The photographic elements are excellent, the narration eloquent and elegant. Hannah Romanza is a poised, disciplined exemplar of the art form; and a screen delight. The teens on the video are alive and great fun!

Belly dance for teens is a welcome addition to the best presentations on bellydance and dance exercise. Highly recommended for teens and adults." --M. Blues, choreographer and filmmaker, San Diego CA

"With a level of professionalism, articulation and depth usually reserved only for university dance programs, Hannah Romanza brings her knowledge and skill sets of Middle Eastern belly dance into a tangible, applicable realm for teens and adults alike. Following the movements demonstrated by Hannah herself, the viewer is whisked away into the beauty and elegance of this ancient dance form.

As a professional contemporary dancer, instructor and choreographer with a degree in dance, I found this program to be a perfect addition to my library of educational and fitness DVDs. Although my dance career focuses on Western dance forms, the information and movements were still highly relevant as well as enlightening and inspiring in my own quest to expand my movement vocabulary.

Whether one is searching for an introduction to belly dance, an expansion of prior experience and understanding, or simply a great workout, Belly Dance for Teens, Level 1 is the perfect purchase to achieve both physical and cognitive comprehension of belly dance." --Sarah Sakalova, choreographer, Los Angeles CA