Jess Leinberger has studied jazz, modern dance, African, Latin, swing, Indonesian and other folk dance styles. She sees belly dance as both a social and personal dance that satisfies fitness goals as well as provides a creative outlet. Through belly dance, the core body strength improves and the muscles become toned. This supports the spine, and the student's self-image! Ultimately, she is moved by the amazing rhythms, instrumentation, history, and dances of the Middle East.