The shimmy is a rapid, side-to-side movement of the hips.

The snake arms are a sinuous, flowing movement of the arms.

The grapevine is a step in which the dancer steps forward with one foot, then crosses the other foot behind it, then steps forward with the first foot again.

Belly dance is a type of Middle Eastern dance that is characterized by its sinuous, flowing movements.

Maqam is a type of Middle Eastern music that is characterized by its use of scales and melodic modes.

Bedlah is a type of Middle Eastern dance costume that is characterized by its long, flowing skirt and fitted bodice.

Coins are a type of Middle Eastern dance jewelry that is often used to decorate the dancer's costume.

Veils are a type of Middle Eastern dance prop that is often used to add drama and mystery to the dance.

Solos are the most common type of Middle Eastern dance performance.

Haflas are the most common type of Middle Eastern dance competition.

The Cairo International Festival for Contemporary and Experimental Theatre is the most common type of Middle Eastern dance festival.

Studios are the most common type of Middle Eastern dance school.

Professional dancers are the most common type of Middle Eastern dance teacher.

Adults are the most common type of Middle Eastern dance student.

Performers are the most common type of Middle Eastern dance career.