Search - Hot Moves For Cool Chicks- A Burlesque Workout on DVD

Hot moves, but not a "workout"

Cherrybomb | 07/31/2007

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This is a great instructional video but it really can't be classified as a "burlesque workout". The movements demonstrated are informative for developing a routine but if you are looking for a workout, this probably won't be it, primarily due to the order of presentation. There is good information on costumes, stage personas, even picking a name - but the poor production quality lowered my rating to a 4. Get this if you want to develop a burlesque dance routine but look elsewhere for calorie burning."

Princess Farhana rocks!

Stephanie Cake | Baltimore, Hon! | 08/02/2008

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I will agree with some of the reviewers - this is not a workout video. But I'm glad. I have no interest in workout videos. If I want to work out I'll go the gym.

I purchased this DVD on a recommendation and I wasn't disappointed! Admittedly, the production quality isn't great but really, since I doubt mainstream Hollywood is going to step up, I have to give the Princess kudos. This is a great introduction to the world of burlesque and Princess Farhana is a delightful teacher. I only wish I lived in LA so I could check out some of her performances and classes there.

As for the reviewers who called the Princess "scary," "unprofessional," and a "man in drag"... I'm baffled. Princess Farhana is a beautiful woman who comes across with a wonderful personality. She is also a internationally reknowned bellydancer who has taught dance for years and written extensively on the subjects of bellydance and burlesque.

If you're interested in learning about burlesque there are lots of great resources due to the popularity of neo-burlesque and the burlesque revival. This video is definitely one of the must-haves!"

Va Va Voom!!!!

Farah | Davy Jones' Locker | 09/14/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"All Hail the Princess! I love this dvd - what a fun, novel workout! Princess Farhana is a wonderful, old school style burlesque dancer and her performance alone is worth the price of the video. She also gives great advice on costuming. If you are interested in feeling sexy and feminine this dvd is the perfect choice."

Too much fun here

Susan Manning | Providence, NC | 02/08/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This was so much fun. I even plan to make my own costume. The teachers are sort of goofy acting and make it jsut fun to try."