EASTERN promise was the order of the day for a number of ladies from Eccleston as they got to grips with Egyptian belly dancing.

Belly dancing classes are currently being held at the Top Bodies Fitness Club, inside the Carrington Centre, Eccleston.

And according to teacher Helen Roberts, Eccleston simply oozes Eastern promise, as unsuspecting locals have been finding out.

Helen, who has been teaching classes around the North West for the past five years, said: "It is something any woman who wants to do, can.

"Egyptian dancing is feminine, earthy, graceful and fun. Dance helps you to have fun, gain confidence, meet people, relieve stress and tone up your muscles in an enjoyable way."

The class is the latest in a long line of new get-fit courses to be introduced in the area, and this craze is being billed as suitable for any lady aged 16 to 60.

It is held every Thursday from 1.30pm-2.30pm, and according to Helen, it is doing really well.

She added: "We chose the time because it was ideal for mums with children at primary school who could probably do with a course which helps them relax!"

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