If the Kama Sutra conjures images of rubber-limbed Indian gods and goddesses in improbable poses, think again.  An exciting new way for women to get into shape and cultivate their sensuality hits the shelves on 24th September with the fantastic Dance Of The Kama Sutra With Hemalayaa, a brand new DVD which uses meditation and playful movements taken from traditional Indian dance.

Sensuality as a sacred Duty

The Kama Sutra written by the Indian sage Vatsyayana, is one of the most famous books in the world. It is the earliest surviving example of a written Hindu love-manual based on earlier Kama Sharstras or Rules Of Love and promotes the cultivation of sensuality as a sacred duty.

Hemalayaa, who has a body which cannot be confused with the mountain range of the same name, is a fitness expert who can put her toes bhind her ears at the drop of a sequined head-dress.  Her previous work The Bollywood Dance Workout will be known to extras from numerous adverts for financial products.  Hemalayaa learnt yoga and Indian dance from her father at a very early age and went on to study yoga, philosophy and meditation as well as Asana. she shares her intimate knowledge of this ancient art form, which was practiced by the Apsara dancers in Indian mythological times.  Hemalayaa claims to teach women to “connect with their sensual inner goddess” through sacred dance instilling confidence, joy, and poise.

Seduction with the Arms

Whether or not Kama Sutra Keep Fit will truly spice up your sex life or result in pulled muscles and aching joints which cramp your style depends on you.   The DVD is split into six sections: Invocation: Heart Awareness, Open the Neck and the Eyes, The Offering, Seduction With The Arms, Standing Moves, Circle Sway and Focus and says it can be practised by everyone from beginner to advanced.  Maybe stick to swaying until you get the hang of it.