All I wanted was a new way to stay active. Going to the gym had lost its appeal and I’m not interested in sports. I was drawn to Shockra Studios because it has a belly dance class for ABSOLUTE beginners, which I am. When I first started I was self conscience, awkward and stiff.
Keisha, the instructor, leads the class step by step through warm ups, isolations and dance steps. She gives pep talks that melt away inhibitions and self consciousness. She’s alert and attentive to anyone who’s having a difficult time catching on. And if laughter can be considered part of the workout, Keisha’s wonderful sense of humor will have those core muscles contracting like crazy. She obviously has a passion for dancing and for teaching others to dance. I’m glad I found her.
Since I’ve started taking classes at Shockra, I’ve lost weight, I’m not ashamed to expose my jelly-belly and I’m not as awkward or stiff. I have lots of fun there and I look forward to going week after week.
I could ramble on forever, but I’ll just end by saying, if you’re considering taking a dance class, check out Shockra first. I think you’ll really like it.
Enough said! I gotta go practice my shimmy!
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