INVERCLYDE is set to go dance crazy with a massive Zumbathon event in aid of people affected by cancer.

Angela Slaven, Kerry Kershaw and Elaine Hunter have been putting the fun back into getting fit for year.

Now they are using their love of movement and music to raise vitals funds for the Ardgowan Hospice.

The three friends are hoping they can help people find their feet with fitness and support a cause close to many people's hearts at the same time.

District nurse Angela, from Gourock who runs a class in the Coppermine Community Centre said: "Zumba is all about having fun, making friends and you don't even realise you are getting fit.

"Our Zumba class in the Coppermine really took off during Covid, when I was getting all my colleagues and friends to do it online. When we stared it in person just so many people started coming along.

"It is not like you are even at a fitness class. We are all great friends and it is a good laugh.

"We wanted to organise a Zumbathon to encourage more people to get involved and we wanted to help a charity.

"The Ardgowan Hospice is a charity that is close to all our hearts.

"Zumba is so good because it is for all levels of fitness."

Angela has been involved in Zumba for a number of years and has organised community events like these in places like the Oak Mall.

Elaine has run her class for 10 years in Greenock, while Kerry runs a class in her home village of Inverkip.

Kerry said: "It is just so much fun, It is hard when you are busy, but once you get to Zumba you feel so much better. It is the highlight of the week."

The Zumbathon takes place in the 175 Club on West Stewart Street in Greenock on Saturday, September 21 from 10am till 12 noon.

It is opened to anyone, even if you have never done Zumba before.

There will be a minimum donation of £10 to take part and there will also be a raffle on the day.

Anyone who would like to find out more or donate raffle prizes on the day should email Inverclydezumbathontrio@gmail.com.