Sweating with the shimmy gets belly dancers in shape

By Nancy Arcayna

POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Nov 22, 2011

~~<p>Giltzy belts and sultry moves make belly dancing an enticing workout. The time flies by, but don't let that fool you. The constant movement to lively music during the Shimmy Fitness class definitely works up a sweat. And at times, while doing shoulder isolations and arm movements, I felt like my limbs would fall off.</p>
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<h4>SHIMMY FITNESS</h4>
<strong>>> Where/when:</strong> Classes at several locations; see <a target="_blank" href="http://maliainhawaii.com">maliainhawaii.com</a> <br />
<strong>>> Cost:</strong> $15 per class, $50 for four lessons; free for first-timers <br />
<strong>>> Info:</strong> 234-1006</td>
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<p>The class, held at Dream to Dance studio on Auria Street, is done barefoot. A scarf, coin belt or sarong can be worn around the hips for decoration and to accent movements.</p>
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Giltzy belts and sultry moves make belly dancing an enticing workout. The time flies by, but don't let that fool you. The constant movement to lively music during the Shimmy Fitness class definitely works up a sweat. And at times, while doing shoulder isolations and arm movements, I felt like my limbs would fall off. SHIMMY FITNESS >> Where/when: Classes at several locations; see maliainhawaii.com >> Cost: $15 per class, $50 for four lessons; free for first-timers >> Info: 234-1006

The class, held at Dream to Dance studio on Auria Street, is done barefoot. A scarf, coin belt or sarong can be worn around the hips for decoration and to accent movements. Login for more...