Any Bellydancers?

Asa- most teachers are actually fairly kid friendly. If your 6 yr old is a girl, take her with you. at 6 she will probably actually learn something. My daughter was 4 when I went regularly and all she really did was twirl. lol. I've been dancing off and on for over 20 yrs and still consider my self a baby dancer (beginner) . Boys like to drum or play zills (finger cymbals), they can dance too, but often won't, the key of course in either case is to not push.

Other options: There are actully some good video tuts on youtube, I have the 1st DVD intstruction video that Rachel Brice put out. It teaches some yoga as well. and is really good at describing and demonstrating the muscles used in executing the moves.

The Suhaila Salimpor DVD series is a good one I've been told. And it focuses on various parts of the body. Most people reccomend classes because of the importance of proper body position. If you can at least dance with someone who can observe your postures and make certain they are correct that would be very helpful. You want to make certain that your knees are over your feet, that's probably the most important part and your pelvis is tucked.

And for those who don't think they have the moves... Bellydancing is the most forgiving of dances, it can be adapted for anyone. even people who have had back fusion surgery (though you would really want a qualified instructor in that case!)

Last time I saw my first instructor she was 62 and still teaching 4 nights a week 2 classes a night + private instructions! That's all i can think of at the moment. When I get a chance I will try to post links to cool sites and tutorials for you all.