FRANCES CAIRNS believes she has the perfect recipe for keeping a slim, toned figure - belly dancing.
A skilled belly dancer, she was asked to organise summer holiday coaching sessions by the Government's youth support service, Connexions.
Under her guidance, local teenage girls have been learning how to belly dance like pop star Shakira.
Ms Cairns, who holds classes in Guisborough, where she lives, said: "There are many, often incorrect preconceptions about belly dancing, but it is a wonderful form of exercise.
"Belly dance helps women to improve their suppleness, tone up and have fun in a relaxed atmosphere. One of the nicest things about it is that it is suitable for all ages and body shapes."
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