How to Do the Omis Technique in Belly Dancing

The omis technique in belly dancing is like many other dance moves, wherein you have to combine several different isolations to create one smooth and polished look. The omis in particular uses the slide technique to create a move that's both fun and easy to do.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Assume the right posture. Belly dancing is all about looking your best, so it's important to watch your posture when you begin dancing. Push your abdomen in and stick your chest out and put your shoulders back. Place your feet flat on the floor with your toes pointed forward. Your arms should be either out to your side in the second position or down to your hips if the move calls for it.

2. Practice the slide technique. You do the slide technique by isolating your abdominal muscles and sliding to the left, right, front or back. The more you practice it, the easier it will be to keep your upper body stationary while moving just your hips.

3. Put it all together. To do the full omis technique while belly dancing, you simply perform a slide to the right, then to the back, then to the left and finally to the front.

4. Smooth it out. Once you have the movements down, you need to practice a bit to make it happen in one smooth movement. You should do a complete circle with your hips, without pausing between slides. The more you practice the move, the more proficient you'll become.