THE ancient art of belly dancing is normally seen in the Middle East - but is making its way into Bolton.

New belly dancing classes have started at the Bolton Excel Leisure Centre and look likely to be a huge success.

Katy Carmichael, said: "It was a really great night and for the first class there were 58 women, but we still have room for more.

"Belly dancing is a great way for women to come together and wobble their wobbly bits without feeling self conscious and it is an excellent way of strengthening the core muscles to help prevent hip, back and posture problems."

Katy has been teaching belly dancing for four years in Prestwich and Radcliffe and has been dancing for seven years.

The classes run from 7.30pm to 8.30pm every Monday night and cost £4 for the hour at the Excel Leisure Centre.

Call Katy on 07780708544 or visit www.learnbellydance.co.uk for details about the classes.