London - October 09, 2009

Put a Spin on It

Highoops Hoola Dance Class

You’re not proud of it, but you’re known for crazy behaviour. (Did you really need to board that plane last Friday night?)

Looking for a new way to spend your weekend? Here’s a loopy idea that won’t end in tears.

Starting tomorrow — and every Saturday this month — Charlene Davies is teaching hula-hoop dance classes above an Islington pub. All levels are welcome.

All that spinning will improve flexibility, strengthen your core and burn off serious calories, but the class feels more like a party than a workout. Blame your hip shaking — and a DJ spinning reggae and hip-hop.

Gyrating with strangers, listening to loud music, releasing endorphins and feeling the room spin?

Maybe it’s not so different after all.

Classes take place at The Old Queen’s Head, 44 Essex Road, N1 8LN (020 7354 9993 or theoldqueenshead.com). To book, call 07849 363717 or e-mail info@highoops.com.

Photo: Simon Archer Hurlestone

  Good Clean Fun, Good for Groups, Hip-Hop