A dance class in St Neots can continue for free as a warm space throughout March thanks to a £250 community chest grant awarded by Huntingdonshire District Council.
DSM Dance with Lynne has been awarded the funding to ensure the FitSteps FAB Strictly Dance Class can continue its low-impact dance fitness lessons for residents aged 18-80, with seated alternatives if required.
Founder of DSM Dance with Lynne, Lynne Otto, said: "I'm really passionate about getting adults dancing in St Neots as it's not only a great way to get active, but it's particularly effective for mental health - it's 100% feel-good fitness."
DSM Dance with Lynne will use the funds to ensure all residents attending the class, offered free to newcomers as a warm Space, can enjoy a hot drink each week to encourage socialisation after the session.
Lynne added: "DSM can now add free tea and coffee as part of our Cha Cha Chums initiative and continue into March.
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"We encourage people to stay after dancing to have a chat and meet new people.
"We have had lots of women join who do not exercise regularly, but they enjoy dancing."
The classes run every Wednesday from 12pm at the Priory Centre in St Neots, and Lynne is looking forward to meeting all the new dancers.
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All you need is to turn up and wear comfortable shoes you can move in.
Executive Councillor for community and health, Ben Pitt, said: "It is wonderful to see a Community Chest Grant being used in this way for a Warm Space.
"DSM Dance with Lynne is something a bit different for our network of Warm Spaces, encouraging residents to not only try a new activity but meeting new members of their community whilst keeping fit and active.
"This class is making a positive difference to the local community."
To find out more information on the Warm Spaces in Huntingdonshire, visit www.huntingdonshire.gov.uk/people-communities/warm-spaces/
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