Belly Motions is a Miami dance school established in 2005 by "International Belly Dance Star and Dance-Fitness Instructor Portia Lange." The Belly Motions channel brings Lange's instruction to Roku viewers with a "teaching method [that] fuses fitness principles, guidelines and group exercise protocol with authentic Middle Eastern dance movement and music allowing participants of all abilities to experience the joy and benefits of belly dancing."
In addition to livestream classes, the Belly Motions Roku app has videos in the following categories:
- Step-By-Step Programs
- Choreographies - Take Your Dancing to New Heights
- Technique: Master Your Moves by Level
- Belly Dance Fitness - Shimmy, Sweat, and Learn
- Workshops: Specialty Sessions Packed with Unique Topics & Techniques
- Cardio Dance Sculpt: Low Impace Dance & Resistance Training
- Performances & Behind the Scenes
Several categories offer a free video, but all others are locked until you subscribe. Be warned that the app is not at all transparent about pricing. To subscribe through the app, you will need to first share your name and email address and create an account before being shown in-app pricing. You can also subscribe through the Belly Motion website (see fees below) and then log into the Roku app.
-- Information is current as of February 7, 2025
CHANNEL STORE DESCRIPTION: Whether you’re a complete beginner or ready to take your skills to the next level, this app is designed for women of all ages, shapes, and fitness levels. With step-by-step lessons, live class recordings, specialty sessions, and stunning choreographies, you’ll have everything you need to transform how you move and feel about your body.
CHANNEL STORE CATEGORY: Health & Wellness
DEVELOPER: Belly Motions, Inc.
FEES: $19.99/month for on-demand or $29.99/month for on-demand plus livestream at join.bellymotions.com/pages/plans; in-app purchase price may vary
