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I bought this dvd second hand from a fellow bhuzzer.Keti Sharif is well know in the BD community for her A to Z bellydance series, in which she has a combination for every letter of the alfabet.
There are two options on this dvd: either follow the complete work-out, or pick one of the three sessions. The lay-out is basic and the dvd doesn't contain extra's like a performance, bio or trailers for her other dvd's. There is no substantial warming up, though she starts slowly and with several stretches. The first part is belly dance based and uses several of her A-Z combinations. I wouldn't recommend this for a beginner, because the instruction is minimal while the combinations are not basic 4 by 4 combo's. Her way of choreographing is interesting and I like her combo's, but if you'r not used to it you'll have to stumble through it the first 3-5 times.
The second part is salsa based and uses salsa steps, square steps and a kick/walk combination. It keeps you moving, but there's a lot of repetition in here. Probably a good thing, because she's also using several BD combo's from the first part.
The third part is calld 'shape' and is based on indi-fusion. It appears to me that it's mostly BD moves, not a lot of typical indan or bollywood moves. This part slows down with stretches, some more A-Z combinations and an impromptu sunsalute.
What I like about this dvd:
-Keti Sharf has a nice voice and gives little instruction, so you're forced to follow along to understand her moves
-her choreo's are fun, easy to remember and easy to incorporate into your dance
-there's a clear distinction between the BD and salsa part
-the production and sound quality is high
-she has her own work-out music with ME rythms and sounds in it and she really dances to the music
-it gets your blood pumping
What I didn't like:
-sometimes a block fades out while they're in the middle of a combination. annoying.
-the third part didn't use Indian fusion moves and didn't get me into shape.
-if you're adding a yoga piece, tell people to have a yogamat ready
-it's very repetitive at times, especially the square step and g-combo
-there is no introduction or disclaimer while this dvd is obvious meant for dancers with experience in oriental/salsa dance
In short:
I would recommend this dvd to dancers who would like to get a taste of Keti's A-z system and want a work-out for inbetween. DOn't expect weight training, it's more like aerobics. I think 39 USD is a lot for what this dvd has to offer. Buy it second hand or go for her a-z combo dvd if you're looking for an instructional dvd. I'm curious about her A-Z program, but it's way to expensive to purchase new. I'm waiting around untill someone sells their copy :)
www.worlddanceaerobics.com
www.ketisharif.com
There are two options on this dvd: either follow the complete work-out, or pick one of the three sessions. The lay-out is basic and the dvd doesn't contain extra's like a performance, bio or trailers for her other dvd's. There is no substantial warming up, though she starts slowly and with several stretches. The first part is belly dance based and uses several of her A-Z combinations. I wouldn't recommend this for a beginner, because the instruction is minimal while the combinations are not basic 4 by 4 combo's. Her way of choreographing is interesting and I like her combo's, but if you'r not used to it you'll have to stumble through it the first 3-5 times.
The second part is salsa based and uses salsa steps, square steps and a kick/walk combination. It keeps you moving, but there's a lot of repetition in here. Probably a good thing, because she's also using several BD combo's from the first part.
The third part is calld 'shape' and is based on indi-fusion. It appears to me that it's mostly BD moves, not a lot of typical indan or bollywood moves. This part slows down with stretches, some more A-Z combinations and an impromptu sunsalute.
What I like about this dvd:
-Keti Sharf has a nice voice and gives little instruction, so you're forced to follow along to understand her moves
-her choreo's are fun, easy to remember and easy to incorporate into your dance
-there's a clear distinction between the BD and salsa part
-the production and sound quality is high
-she has her own work-out music with ME rythms and sounds in it and she really dances to the music
-it gets your blood pumping
What I didn't like:
-sometimes a block fades out while they're in the middle of a combination. annoying.
-the third part didn't use Indian fusion moves and didn't get me into shape.
-if you're adding a yoga piece, tell people to have a yogamat ready
-it's very repetitive at times, especially the square step and g-combo
-there is no introduction or disclaimer while this dvd is obvious meant for dancers with experience in oriental/salsa dance
In short:
I would recommend this dvd to dancers who would like to get a taste of Keti's A-z system and want a work-out for inbetween. DOn't expect weight training, it's more like aerobics. I think 39 USD is a lot for what this dvd has to offer. Buy it second hand or go for her a-z combo dvd if you're looking for an instructional dvd. I'm curious about her A-Z program, but it's way to expensive to purchase new. I'm waiting around untill someone sells their copy :)
www.worlddanceaerobics.com
www.ketisharif.com
